TC Council Packet 09-22-2015 TOWN OF AVON, COLORADO
TOWN OF AVON MEETINGS FOR TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 22, 2015
AVON LIQUOR AUTHORITY MEETING BEGINS AT 5:00 PM
REGULAR MEETING BEGINS AT 5:05 PM
AVON TOWN HALL, ONE LAKE STREET
PRESIDING OFFICERS
MAYOR JENNIE FANCHER
MAYOR PRO TEM JAKE WOLF
COUNCILORS
MEGAN BURCH, MATT GENNETT, SCOTT PRINCE, ALBERT “BUZ” REYNOLDS, SARAH SMITH HYMES
AVON LIQUOR LICENSING AUTHORITY MEETING BEGINS AT 5:00 PM (SEE SEPARATE AGENDA PAGE 2)
REGULAR MEETING BEGINS AT 5:05 PM
1. CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL
2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
3. PUBLIC COMMENT – COMMENTS ARE WELCOME ON ITEMS NOT LISTED ON THE FOLLOWING AGENDA
4. RECOGNITION OF COMMUNITY MEMBERS FOR SUPPORT OF NATIONAL NIGHT OUT
(POLICE CHIEF ROBERT TICER)
5. WORK SESSION
5.1. PRESENTATION AND REVIEW OF COMMUNITY GRANT REQUESTS
(EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT TO THE TOWN MANAGER PRESTON NEILL)
5.2. PRESENTATION AND REVIEW OF 2015 TOWN OF AVON COMMUNITY SURVEY DRAFT REPORT
(BRAIN SANDEROFF, RPI)
6. ACTION ITEMS
6.1. REVIEW AND ACTION ON A FUNDING REQUEST FOR NIGHT BAZAAR AVON ON THE PEDESTRIAN MALL FOR SIX (6)
WEEKEND EVENINGS FROM DECEMBER 4-5, 11-12 AND 18-19 (JOSH SAMPSON & JENNIFER BRAZIL)
6.2. CONSENT AGENDA
6.2.1. RESOLUTION 15-18, SERIES OF 2015, RESOLUTION A RESOLUTION INCREASING AN ADMISSION TICKET
FEE ON TICKETS FOR EVENTS HELD ON TOWN PROPERTY AND AMENDING THE USE OF FEES COLLECTED
FOR C ERTAIN IMPROVEMENTS AND USES TO INCLUDE THE ADDITION OF PAVILION MAINTENANCE AND
RESTATING ALL SECTIONS OF ADOPTED RESOLUTION 13-26, SERIES 2013, TO ENSURE FULL
COMPLIANCE IN THE ADMINISTRATION, COLLECTION AND USE OF THE ADMISSION TICKET FEE
(TOWN MANAGER VIRGINIA EGGER)
6.2.2. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES FROM THE SEPTEMBER 9, 2015 STUDY SESSION
(EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT TO THE TOWN MANAGER PRESTON NEILL)
6.2.3. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES FROM THE SEPTEMBER 9, 2015 MEETING (TOWN CLERK DEBBIE HOPPE)
7. COMMITTEE MEETING UPDATES: COUNCILORS AND MAYOR
7.1. COLORADO MUNICIPAL LEAGUE UPDATE (MAYOR PRO T EM JAKE WOLF)
7.2. PUBLIC ACCESS CHANNEL 5 UPDATE (MAYOR PRO TEM JAKE WOLF)
8. MAYOR & COUNCIL COMMENTS
9. WRITTEN REPORTS
9.1. MONTHLY F INANCIALS (BUDGET ANALYST KELLY HUITT)
10. ADJOURNMENT
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MEETING AGENDAS & PACKETS: HTTP://WWW.AVON.ORG AGENDAS ARE POSTED AT AVON TOWN HALL, RECREATION CENTER, & LIBRARY.
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TOWN OF AVON, COLORADO
TOWN OF AVON MEETINGS FOR TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 22, 2015
AVON LIQUOR AUTHORITY MEETING BEGINS AT 5:00 PM
REGULAR MEETING BEGINS AT 5:05 PM
AVON TOWN HALL, ONE LAKE STREET
PRESIDING OFFICERS
CHAIRMAN JENNIE FANCHER
VICE CHAIRMAN JAKE WOLF
BOARD MEMBERS
MEGAN BURCH, MATT GENNETT, SCOTT PRINCE, ALBERT “BUZ” REYNOLDS, SARAH SMITH HYMES
1. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
3. PUBLIC COMMENT
4. PUBLIC HEARING SPECIAL EVENT LICENSE
4.1. APPLICANT NAME: THE REALM OF CARING
EVENT NAME: MAN OF THE CLIFF
EVENT DATES: OCTOBER 10 & 11, 2015; 9:00 A.M. UNTIL 6:00 P.M.
LOCATION: NOTTINGHAM PARK CONCERT PAVILION
EVENT MANAGER: AMANDA WILLIAMS
PERMIT TYPE: MALT, VINOUS & SPIRITUOUS LIQUOR & FERMENTED MALT BEVERAGE (3.2% BEER)
5. RENEWAL OF LIQUOR LICENSES
5.1. APPLICANT: SUNCOR ENERGY SALES, INC. D/B/A SHELL
LOCATION: 47 NOTTINGHAM ROAD
TYPE: 3.2 % BEER OFF PREMISES
MANAGER: ANAKUT LOYA
5.2. APPLICANT: KRUSEN, INC. D/B/A AVON LIQUORS
LOCATION: 100 W. BEAVER CREEK BOULEVARD
TYPE: LIQUOR STORE
MANAGER: BRIAN KRUSE
6. MINUTES FROM SEPTEMBER 8, 2015
7. ADJOURNMENT
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MEETING AGENDAS & PACKETS: HTTP://WWW.AVON.ORG AGENDAS ARE POSTED AT AVON TOWN HALL, RECREATION CENTER, & LIBRARY.
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TOWN COUNCIL REPORT
To: Honorable Jennie Fancher and Town Council
From: Robert L. Ticer, Chief of Police
Date: September 22, 2015
Agenda Topic: Recognition of Community Members for Support of National Night Out
For the last nine years, the Avon Police Department has participated annually in National
Night Out with the community on the first Tuesday of every August. This year, the
Department expanded the evening to four neighborhoods in the Town. This event is key
to strengthening relationships between the police department and community. It is also
an opportunity to interact with neighbors, friends and area first responders and share
what is happening in the neighborhood.
National Night Out was developed with an emphasis on the vital importance of police-
community partnerships and citizen involvement to reduce crime and improve
neighborhood safety.
The Avon Police Department has been successful in National Night Out because of the
generous giving of local businesses and community members. This year, Chief Ticer and
his Team are honored to recognize several businesses and community members in front
of Avon Town Council for their support and/or significant giving over the last nine years.
Many other members of the community have supported National Night Out and the Police
Department wishes to thank them as well.
Respectfully Submitted,
Robert L. Ticer
Chief of Police
National Night Out Sponsors
1st Bank of Avon
Agave
Alpine Bank
Always Mountain Time Radio
Art of the Valley Gallery
Aspens Mobile Home Village
Avon Auto
Avon Bakery
Avon Chiropractic Wellness & Longevity Center
Avon Liquor
Bang'lz Salon
Beaver Liquors
Blue Moose Pizza
Bob's Place
Burger King
Calvary Chapel
Castaneda’s Mexican Market
China Garden
Christie Lodge
Columbine Bakery
Comfort Dental
Dolce Vita Realty
Dominos
Eagle County Paramedic Services
Eagle River Fire Protection District
Gondola Pizza
Green Elephant Juicery
Home Depot
JL House Cleaning
Joe's Liquor
Loaded Joe’s
Lovely Nails
Magic Fun Castles
Maya
Montana’s
Mountain Man Nut & Fruit
Mountain Massage
Nozawa
Party Central
Pazzos
Peter Fontanese Music
Pho 20
Pine Cones (Chapel Square)
Polar Star Properties
Radio Shack
Rootz Hair Salson
Rugs Benedict
Select Surfaces
Simply Massage
Starbucks (In Westin)
Shop N Hop
Taqueria No Se Hagan Bolas
Target Glenwood Springs
Target Silverthorne
The Linen Kist
Ticino
TV8
US Bank
Vail Public Safety Communications Center
Vail Valley Dental Care
Vail Valley Medical Center
Walmart
Wells Fargo
Wishes Toy Store
TOWN COUNCIL REPORT
To: Honorable Mayor and Town Council
From: Preston Neill, Executive Assistant to the Town Manager
Ad Hoc Review Committee:
Danita Dempsey, Director of Festivals & Special Events
Duncan Horner, Vail Valley Foundation
Matt Pielsticker, Planning Manager
Phil Struve, Avon Planning & Zoning Commissioner
Preston Neill, Executive Assistant to the Town Manager
Ronda Niederhauser, Columbine Bakery
Virginia Egger, Town Manager
Date: September 22, 2015
Agenda: 2016 Town of Avon Community Grant Requests
OVERVIEW:
On July 24, 2015, the application materials for community grant requests, found in Exhibit 3, were advertised for a
thirty-five (35) day period. The advertisement was posted on the Town’s website accompanied by a press release.
Past recipients were also notified of the application process. Over the course of soliciting requests, the Town
received twenty-nine (29) requests. The request from the Eagle River Watershed Council has been moved to
funding consideration from the Water Fund, and is not reviewed, therefore, in Tuesday’s Community Grants
applications. A second request, received from the “Reds, Whites & Brews 2016”, proposed, in essence, a new
event for funding and, as such, will be treated as a Signature Special Event “seed” funding request at a future
date before Council.
Once all of the submittals were received, an “ad hoc review committee” met on September 9th to review the
applications. The review focused on the Review Criteria and rating system included in the application materials.
Points were weighted to organizations that provided the most public benefit to Avon residents and visitors, as well
as programs that fell in line with the Program Overview and the Avon Brand Platform. The points were only one of
the key indicators to determine the funding recommendation. Past funding levels, available funds, potential for on-
going requests, filling a funding or service gap and general priorities for all applications were also considered in the
funding level recommendation, which has been provided in this packet for Council consideration.
2016 COMMUNITY GRANT REQUESTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS:
Please find attached Exhibit 1: Requests and Recommendations Funding Summary. Exhibit 1 is organized by
program area with sub-totals. Each Tab number correlates to the application materials, which follow in Exhibit 2:
2016 Town of Avon Community Grant Requests, Funding Recommendations and Applications.
Exhibit 2 is the collection of 2016 applications from outside agencies, with recommendations for funding (both
cash contributions and in-kind requests), conditions of funding, if any, and supporting information. Exhibit 2 has
organized the applications in alphabetical order based on the requesting agency’s name.
The first sheet, “Request and Recommendation Summary Sheet”, provides summary information and the Ad Hoc
Review Committee’s funding recommendation. The respective application materials follow the Summary Sheet.
Summary of Requests, Past Funding and Recommendations
The Town of Avon received 27 applications for Community Grant funding in 2016, totaling $354,740 in cash
requests and $93,268 for in-kind contributions. The Ad Hoc Review Committee has recommended funding in the
total amount of $179,650 in cash and $46,018 for in-kind contributions. Community Grant funding in 2015 equaled
$197,850.
Applicant Presentations
Representatives from each requesting organization have been notified about this meeting and each has been
allocated five (5) minutes to summarize the request and to allow time to answer questions. Applicants present at
Tuesday’s meeting will present in alphabetical order.
COUNCIL DIRECTION:
Council is asked at Tuesday’s meeting to provide direction for funding the applications, in preparation of the 2016
General Fund Budget. Council may provide either specific direction or more general instructions to staff for each
application. The results of the work session will be included in the 2016 General Fund Budget, which will begin
review before Council on October 13th.
ATTACHMENTS:
Exhibit 1: Requests and Recommendations Funding Summary
Exhibit 2: 2016 Community Grant Requests and Funding Recommendations and Applications
Exhibit 3: 2016 Town of Avon Community Grants - Application Guidelines
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Entity
Granted
2014
Granted
2015
Requested
2016
Recommended
Grant
2016
Requested
In-Kind
2016
Recommended
In-Kind
2016
TAB #
22 Vail Valley Partnership $ 15,000 $ 15,000 $ 20,000 $ 15,000
19 Vail Leadership Institute $ 12,500 $ 27,500 $ 47,500 $ 15,000
9 EGE Air Alliance $ 30,000 $ 20,000 $ 20,000 $ 20,000
10 High Altitude Entrepreneurs $ 6,100 $ 2,900
SUB-TOTAL: ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT -
REGIONAL PROGRAMS $ 57,500 $ 62,500 $ 93,600 $ 52,900
1 Alpine Arts Center $ 20,000 $ 21,000 $ - $ 9,600 $ 9,600
SUB-TOTAL: ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT:
SPECIAL EVENTS IN AVON - ART $ 20,000 $ 21,000 $ - $ 9,600 $ 9,600
20 Vail Valley Charitable Fund - Bec Tri $ 2,500 $ 3,000 $ 2,500 $ 2,000 $ 500 $ 500
18 Team Evergreen - Triple Bypass $ 2,500 $ 3,000 $ 5,000 $ 2,500 $ 3,000 $ 2,500
21 Vail Valley Foundation - Birds of Prey $ 40,000 $ 40,000 $ 50,000 $ 50,000
2 Beaver Creek Resort Co. - Rodeo Series $ 2,500 $ 5,000 $ 5,000 $ 5,000
27 Beaver Creek Resort Co. - Xterra $ 2,500 $ 5,000 $ 2,000
17 The America Cup, Inc. World Fly Fishing
Championships $ 500 $ 1,000 $ 500
23 Vail Valley Soccer Club $ 2,500 $ - $ 3,700 $ 3,700
24 Vail Volleyball Club $ 5,000 $ -
15 Speckled-Hound Racing $ 5,000 $ 2,000 $ 1,000 $ 1,000
4 Buddy Werner League $ 1,000 $ 1,000
SUB-TOTAL: ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT:
SPECIAL EVENTS IN AVON - SPORTS $ 47,500 $ 54,000 $ 82,000 $ 65,000 $ 8,200 $ 7,700
26 Walking Mountains $ 17,500 $ 15,000 $ 37,500 $ 20,000
SUB-TOTAL:
REGIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL PROGRAMS $ 17,500 $ 15,000 $ 37,500 $ 20,000
6 Eagle River Youth Coalition $ 2,000 $ 4,000 $ 4,000 $ 2,500 $ 324 $ 324
12 Roundup River Ranch $ 5,000 $ 1,000 $ 1,200 $ 1,200
25 VVF Youth Foundation $ 15,000 $ 12,500
16 Starting Hearts $ 19,500 $ 4,000
11 Red Ribbon Project $ 750 $ 750 $ 750 $ 750 $ 54 $ 54
8 Education Foundation of Eagle County $ 10,500 $ - $ 73,150 $ 26,400
Exhibit 1
2016 Community Grants:
Requests and Recommendations Funding Summary
REGIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL PROGRAMS
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT: REGIONAL PROGRAMS
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT: OUTSIDE PRODUCERS: SPECIAL EVENTS IN AVON - ART
HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT: OUTSIDE PRODUCERS: SPECIAL EVENTS IN AVON - SPORTS
7 Early Childhood
Partners $ 1,000 $ 3,600 $ 3,600 $ -
14 SpeakUp ReachOut $ 5,000 $ 5,000 $ 2,500
13 Small Champions $ 5,600 $ 5,600 $ 5,600
5 Eagle County School Based Health Center at
Avon Elementary (Avon SBHC) $ 30,000 $ 10,400
3 Bright Future Foundation $ 5,000 $ 2,500 $ 740 $ 740
SUB-TOTAL: HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES $ 3,750 $ 18,950 $ 103,950 $ 41,750 $ 75,468 $ 28,718
OTHER COMMUNITY GRANTS - SUM OF
ORGANIZATIONS NOT APPLYING IN 2016 $ 87,645 $ 27,400
TOTAL 2016 FUNDING REQUESTS &
RECOMMENDATION $ 213,895 $ 197,850 $ 338,050 $ 179,650 $ 93,268 $ 46,018
Exhibit 1
2016 Community Grants:
Requests and Recommendations Funding Summary
EXHIBIT 2
COMMUNITY GRANT APPLICATIONS
TIME
PM # ORGANIZATION
5:20 1 Alpine Arts Center
5:25 2 Beaver Creek Resort Co. - Rodeo Series
5:30 3 Beaver Creek Resort Co. - XTERRA
5:35 4 Bright Future Foundation
5:40 5 Buddy Werner League
5:45 6
Eagle County School Based Health Center at Avon
Elementary (Avon SBHC)
5:50 7 Eagle River Youth Coalition
5:55 8
Early Childhood
Partners
6:00 9 Education Foundation of Eagle County
6:05 10 EGE Air Alliance
6:10 11 High Altitude Entrepreneurs
6:15 12 Red Ribbon Project
6:20 13 Roundup River Ranch
6:25 14 Small Champions
6:30 15 SpeakUp ReachOut
6:35 16 Speckled-Hound Racing
6:40 17 Starting Hearts
10 MINUTE BREAK
6:50 18 Team Evergreen - Triple Bypass
7:00 19 The America Cup, Inc. World Fly Fishing Championships
7:10 20 Vail Leadership Institute
7:20 21 Vail Valley Charitable Fund - Bec Tri
7:30 22 Vail Valley Foundation - Birds of Prey
7:40 23 Vail Valley Partnership
7:50 24 Vail Valley Soccer Club
8:00 25 Vail Volleyball Club
8:10 26 VVF Youth Foundation
8:20 27 Walking Mountains
2016 Community Grant Request
&
Town of Avon Grant Review Committee Recommendation
NAME OF ORGANIZATION: Alpine Arts Center
CONTACT: Lauren Merrill
NON-PROFIT, PROFIT OR OTHER: For Profit
2015 COMMUNITY GRANT AWARD, IF ANY: $20,000
2016 COMMUNITY GRANT REQUEST: $21,000
COMMITTEE COMMENTS:
• The program began in 2015; average 2015 subsidy per person was $112.36/person
• The exceedingly high subsidy in 2016 of a projected $43.75 per person can be expected to
continue as a large participation is not anticipated due to class structure
• The Center’s 2014 Profit-Loss Statement shows Net Income of $34,530
• No other sponsors indicated
• Providing complimentary use of the Pavilion Plaza for up to six (6) painting sessions is
recommended. Value = $9,600
• Use of the Pavilion will also permit the Alpine Arts Center to apply for a liquor license which
can help underwrite the costs of the painting classes
MONTHLY SUBSIDY FOR
SOCIAL ARTS SERIES
APPLICANT
REQUEST
COMMITTEE
RECOMMENDATION
Participant Registration Subsidy $14,400 0
Monthly Venue Subsidy $5,600 $9,600 in-kind*
Advertising (if available)$1,000 0
TOTAL REQUEST $21,000 0
Subsidy per person/month @
40 persons/month $43.75
* Provide complimentary use of the Avon Pavilion Plaza & Green Room for six (6) nights.
Value: 6 x $1,600 (average per day)
1. Alpine Arts Center: PO Box 2280, Edwards CO 81632
Contact: Lauren Merrill 970-926-2732 lauren@alpineartscenter.org
2. Progress Report: all participants who attended The Town of Avon’s Social Art Series this year
were surveyed in mid August, and the Survey Monkey results are as follows:
91% responded the event exceeded their expectations.
100% responded they would consider attending a class again in the future.
64% responded that they live in the Town of Avon.
Number of people registered for monthly events: 21 (January @ the Westin), 28 (February @
the Westin), 33 (March @ the Westin), 35 (April @ the Westin), 19 (May @ FOOD! by Marc), 17
(June @ FOOD! by Marc), 11 (July @ FOOD! by Marc), 14 (August @ FOOD! by Marc).
Based on the survey results, the Social Art Series is highly rated by participants and is an
experience that they would like to do again in the future. The registration numbers indicate that
The Westin venue consistently attracted more registrants than FOOD! by Marc. The Westin
provides more adequate event space for larger groups, therefore it will serve as a better venue
for the Social Art Series as the program continues to grow.
It is difficult to measure the exact impact that these events have had on the local economy;
however, many participants went out in town after the class for drinks or late dinners, and most
people purchased multiple drinks at the event venue. The survey indicates that the majority of
participants live in the Town of Avon, thus it is clear that these events are successful in attracting
Avon residents and contribute significantly to local enthusiasm and vibrancy.
Month of
Event
Avon’s Funding
(including venue)
Registration
Income
AAC Expenses
(items broken down as
they appear in line item
budget below)
Profit/Loss
Jan 1600 420 2000 20
Feb 1600 560 2000 160
Mar 1600 660 2000 260
Apr 1600 700 2000 300
May 1486.48 380 2000 -133.52
Jun 1486.48 340 2000 -173.52
Jul 1486.48 220 2000 -293.52
Aug 1486.48 280 2000 -233.52
Totals 12345.92 3560 16000 -94.08
3. Alpine Arts Center fosters the appreciation, practice, and enjoyment of the visual arts
throughout Eagle County and beyond. Programs are offered to attract emerging and established
artists of all ages, from local residents to out of town guests. These offerings include a broad
spectrum of art classes, workshops, exhibits, guest artist presentations, public events, team
building activities, corporate retreats, and outreach programs. Alpine Arts Center provides a
cultural experience that unifies the community and attracts people to live and vacation in Eagle
County.
Alpine Arts Center is a for-profit business. If a non-profit fiscal sponsor is required we can also
apply under the umbrella of Eagle River Youth Coalition.
4. Alpine Arts Center would like to renew its partnership with The Town of Avon for the purpose
of providing more visual art inspiration and entertainment for the community, and encouraging
the vivacity of Avon’s newly redesigned Nottingham Park/Main Street Mall. We are requesting
Avon Community Funding to continue supporting the Town of Avon’s Social Art Series, which
began in January of 2015. This program would take place within the Town of Avon on a monthly
basis. Below is a description of the Town of Avon’s Social Art Series run by Alpine Arts Center for
Avon community members, businesses, and visitors to enjoy.
Alpine Arts Center would host monthly events in the Town of Avon promoting the popular
“Cocktails & Canvas” style of painting classes. Up to 40 participants would attend each step-by-
step painting class, and they would leave with a finished masterpiece as a souvenir of their Avon
experience. Monthly events could be geared towards different groups, with some classes
targeting families/kids, and others appealing more to adults looking for nightlife entertainment.
During the summer months, events could take place on the stage at Nottingham Park and be
called Art in the Park. The view from the stage would allow participants to capture the beauty of
Avon’s scenery on canvas, and images for the summer series would be based on local Avon
landscapes. The location on Avon’s Main Street Mall adjacent to FOOD! By Marc is also an
option, although this proved to be a difficult location in 2015. A third option is to utilize The
Westin year round, as they have patio space with exceptional views of the mountains.
During the winter months, events could be held in an indoor facility such as The Westin (where
we were most successful in 2015) and be referred to as Cupcakes & Canvas for family oriented
events or Cocktails & Canvas for adults. The Wyndham would also be a good venue option,
because it is located on the Main Street Mall. They have shown interest in hosting the classes, but
are unsure if it will be logistically practical to accommodate large groups.
A liquor license would be required at the venue for both indoor and outdoor events. Any
selected indoor facilities should have pre-existing liquor licenses. If permitted to use the stage at
Nottingham Park, The Humane Society is eager to partner with Alpine Arts Center for summer
events. They would apply for special event alcohol permits and raise money for their
organization through participant donations.
We are excited about continuing our partnership with the Town of Avon and are willing to
adjust this proposal to suit the town’s best interests and programming needs.
5. Funding for these programs is requested in order to introduce the events at discounted rates
to the community. Once these programs have had time to become well established in the
community, they could run with less financial assistance from The Town of Avon. Funding for
monthly events that would run January through December 2016 could be organized as follows:
The event registration fee for participants would be partially subsidized by the Town of
Avon. Each event would hold up to 40 people, and participants would pay $20 to register
and the Town of Avon would subsidize the remainder of the event. Requested funding
would amount to $1,200 per event from January 2016 through December 2016, or
$14,400 total up front if preferred.
Additional funding of up to $5,600 is requested to cover expenses associated with
monthly venues, such as room rental fees and equipment (tables, chairs, tents, etc.).
If more funding is available, an additional $1000 total could be used to advertise each
event in the Vail Daily. The Town of Avon would be recognized as the exclusive sponsor
with text and a logo, and the advertisement would help ensure a strong turnout to each
event.
6. No other funds are being requested from other organizations. These programs have been
specifically designed for the Town of Avon, and this funding request is exclusive.
7. Anticipated line item budget (same as last year):
Painting Materials (canvas, acrylic paints, brushes, art smocks, easels, palettes, tarps,
paper towels, water cups): $800 per event x 12 = $9,600
Instructor & Travel/Setup fees: $550 per event x 12 = $6,600
Alpine Arts Center Event Expense: $650 per event x 12 = $7,800
Total Expense: $2,000 per event x 12 = $24,000
8. 2014 final profit and loss statement (attached).
9. These events benefit the Town of Avon because they bring art, culture and entertainment to
the heart of the valley. The proposed art events enhance the richness of life in Avon. By
providing a creative outlet to locals and tourists, Avon gains prestige for actively trying to
enhance the overall quality of life for its community members and visitors. The Town of Avon’s
participation in programs such as this make Avon a place where locals want to stay and tourists
want to continually visit. By providing non-athletic and cultural opportunities, Avon will
become a more diverse and attractive resort community.
10. Marketing for these programs will be handled by Alpine Arts Center through email blasts to
over 3,500 customers, press releases written to The Vail Daily, information posted on Alpine
Arts Center’s website, Facebook promotions, and event information posted on websites such as
What To Do Magazine and Parents Handbook. In all marketing efforts, the Town of Avon will be
recognized as the exclusive sponsor. Alpine Arts Center also requests that The Town of Avon
post these events on their website special events calendar. Vail Daily advertisements would
greatly enhance marketing efforts.
11. The Town of Avon’s in-kind contributions to make these events possible would only include
outdoor facility use (such as the Nottingham Park Stage). If the summer series takes place on
the stage, storage for folding tables and chairs in the lower area below the stage would be
greatly appreciated in order to alleviate transport.
Including These Photos Has Been Approved by Preston Neill
Westin Events
FOOD! by Marc Events
Alpine Arts Center
Profit and Loss Standard
January through December 2014
Jan - Dec '14
Ordinary Income/Expense
Income
Perkville Discount 0.00
Liquor Sale 5,071.60
Teen Summer Camps 2,509.96
Teen Classes 696.00
Special Event 76,150.86
Private Lessons 18,416.42
Parties 8,911.41
Drop-In Activities 12,837.58
Children's Workshops/Events 15,668.07
Children's Summer Camps 58,156.85
Children's Classes 15,190.24
Adult Workshops/Events 348.00
Adult Classes 4,268.97
Jewelry, Pottery, Knitting, etc 4,341.73
Art Store Materials 450.68
Paint Pottery 10,499.52
Art Gallery Sales 3,205.50
Cash Over/Short -100.00
Total Income 236,623.39
Cost of Goods Sold
Liquor 2,257.59
Paint Pottery Supplies 3,000.20
Food Expense 492.15
Ceramics Supplies 749.43
Birthday Parties Supplies 481.22
Subcontracted Services 3,733.86
Tools and Craft Supplies 12,941.24
Total COGS 23,655.69
Gross Profit 212,967.70
Expense
Operating Supplies 336.41
Merchant Account Fees 4,617.45
Membership Dues 759.00
Gallery Commissions Expense 3,968.65
Advertising and Promotion 6,865.68
Automobile Expense 4,908.40
Bank Service Charges 272.99
Licenses and Permits 610.00
Charitable Contributions 590.00
Computer and Internet Expenses 2,554.05
Continuing Education 55.00
Depreciation Expense 3,079.00
Dues and Subscriptions 50.00
Insurance Expense 2,596.00
Janitorial Expense 1,193.17
Meals and Entertainment 1,543.58
Office Supplies 405.46
Payroll Expenses 89,152.15
Postage and Delivery 68.71
Professional Fees 2,445.00
Rent Expense 43,077.96
Repairs and Maintenance 2,262.72
Telephone Expense 3,121.12
Travel Expense 2,197.19
Utilities 1,862.09
Total Expense 178,591.78
Net Ordinary Income 34,375.92
Other Income/Expense
Other Income
Other Income 121.65
Sales Tax Vendor Fee 32.97
Total Other Income 154.62
Net Other Income 154.62
Net Income 34,530.54
2016 Community Grant Request
&
Town of Avon Grant Review Committee Recommendation
NAME OF ORGANIZATION: Beaver Creek Resort Company
CONTACT: Anna Robinson
NON-PROFIT, PROFIT OR OTHER: Non Profit
2015 COMMUNITY GRANT AWARD, IF ANY: $5,000
2016 COMMUNITY GRANT REQUEST: $5,000
2016 Beaver Creek Rodeo Series APPLICANT
REQUEST COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION
Operation Cost Subsidy $5,000 $5,000
COMMITTEE COMMENTS:
• The rodeo series began in 1994 and moved to the Traer Creek rodeo grounds in 2004; the
event brings vibrancy to the Town with seven (7) nights and approximately 2,000 persons
per night
• Approximately $38,000 from other various sponsors
• The request will result in a $0.71 average subsidy per attendee who came to Avon specifically
for the event; $0.38 for all attendees
2016 Town of Avon Community Funding Request
2016 Beaver Creek Rodeo Series at Traer Creek
1) Contact information:
- Organization: Beaver Creek Resort Company – 2016 Beaver Creek Rodeo Series
- Mailing Address: PO Box 5390, Avon, CO 81620
- Contact: Anna Robinson
- Phone: (970) 845-5974
- Email: Arobinson1@vailresorts.com
2) Wrap Up Report
Complete wrap up report will be provided after the conclusion of the 2015 Beaver Creek Rodeo
Series. The final Rodeo is August 13th and the wrap up report will be provided no later than
September 11th.
3) Description & Purpose of the Organization: The Beaver Creek Resort Company of
Colorado combines a homeowners’ association and a resort association with some municipal
services added. The Resort Company, a Colorado non-profit corporation, incorporated on April
30, 1979, was designed to help Beaver Creek become and remain a unique resort community.
By virtue of its Articles of Incorporation, the Resort Company is vested with a wide range of
responsibilities and authority. It was created to perform certain functions and to manage
certain property for the common benefit of property owners and businesses within Beaver
Creek. Today, these functions include: Marketing, Special Events, Central Reservations,
Transportation, Municipal Services and Community Quality.
4) Event Description: The Annual Beaver Creek Rodeo Series offers fun and excitement for the
entire family with classic events like Mutton Bustin’, Team Roping, and Bull Riding. Pony rides,
face painting and more are free for the kids; and Mom and Dad can enjoy an authentic Western
food from high country restaurants.
The ski town rodeo is one of Colorado’s lingering connections with the Old West and keeps the
Western spirit alive. For guests and residents alike, the rodeo is a celebration of the cowboy life
and skill. For Beaver Creek, the Thursday night rodeo series started in 1994 at Berry Creek Ranch
just east of Edwards, CO. As the popularity of the event grew, the Beaver Creek Rodeo was
moved to the Traer Creek rodeo grounds in 2004. For seven Thursdays every summer, the
Beaver Creek Rodeo at Traer Creek entertains around 2000 guests a night. Families from all over
the region, nation and the world attend the Beaver Creek Rodeo at Traer Creek and enjoy a
boot-stompin’ good time!
Beaver Creek is requesting community funding to offset a portion of the operating costs
required to produce the Rodeo Series. Some of these costs include, but are not limited to:
marketing and collateral, contracting of key entities (i.e. - stock contractor), maintenance of the
rodeo grounds, facility rentals (i.e. – bleachers, restrooms, etc). The Rodeo relies on
sponsorship and community funding in order to produce an event in which the expenses are
justified by the return on investment for the resort & community as a whole.
5) Funding Request: $5000, payment is needed by June 1st.
6) Other Funding: Approximately $38,000 from various sponsors (Westin, Coors, Steadman Clinic,
Slifer, Smith & Frampton, East West Resorts, Alpine Bank, Big Horn Toyota, etc)
7) Anticipated FY16 Budget: See Exhibit A – not final until October 2015.
8) 2014 Final P&L: See Exhibit B
9) Benefits to Avon:
• The Beaver Creek Rodeo reaches approximately 13,000 - 14,000 guests per year
o Attendance in 2014 was 13,202
o In 2014, 53% of those attendees came to Avon specifically for the Rodeo
(approximately 6,997 guests)
o The 6,997 visitors who came specifically for the Rodeo spent approximately
$899,000 on lodging, dining, retail and activities in Avon (average of
$128/person)
o 24% of Rodeo guests stay in Avon, for an average of 6.2 nights
o 56% of Rodeo guests are out of state, 34% are local, 9% are in-state and 1% are
international.
o (Source – 2014 Rodeo Survey conducted by independent 3rd party company)
• The Rodeo showcases several Avon restaurants and businesses (Fiesta Jalisco, the
Westin Riverfront Resort & Spa, Maya, East West Resorts, Slifer, Smith & Frampton,
Alpine Bank, Sage Outdoor Adventures, Castle Peak Grille, etc)
• As a popular Signature Event, the Rodeo garners media mentions from such high profile
outlets as: Forbes, Departures, FoxNews.com, US News & World Report, USA Today and
more.
10) Marketing Efforts:
• 2 ads per week in the Vail Daily
• 1 ad per week in the Vail Daily Weekly
• 1 ad in Mountain Living Magazine
• Promotion in The Parents Handbook
• Posters are distributed to businesses from Vail to Glenwood Springs
• Radio Ads run every day during peak commute times (Ski Country & Zephyr)
• Radio spots & promotions on the Front Range (Alice 105.9/KOSI 101)
• Billboard on Westbound I-70 at Dumont
• Front Range Print/Online – Westword Summer Guide, 5280 Traveler Magazine,
Mountain Living Magazine, Highlands Ranch Herald, Lone Tree Voice, Mountain
Meetings & Events Digital
• Emails to all Epic Pass Holders
• Signage at the Eagle Airport baggage carousel and in Vail Parking Garage
• Featured event on BeaverCreek.com
Rodeo marketing efforts benefit the Town of Avon by reminding guests that the fun doesn’t stop
at Vail! By catching guests no matter how they’re arriving to the Valley (I-70 or the airport), the
Rodeo advertising encourages guests to research other ways to eat, stay and play in Avon.
11) In Kind Contributions: At this time there are no in-kind opportunities for the Town of Avon, as it
does not own the land used for the event.
EVENTS PROGRAM PROPOSED BUDGET
Budget is not final until October 2015
Budget FY 16 Notes
REVENUES
Sales & Sponsorship 247,000
Includes tickets, bar sales, activity & vendor fees &
sponsorships
Total 247,000
COST OF SALES
Beverage 17,500
Retail
Total 17,500
EXPENSES
Arena Staff 55,000
Support Staff 18,500 Many expenses are higher than FY2015, due to
Entertainment 45,000 special 15th Anniversary upgrades
Transportation 5,500
Licenses/Permits/Insurance 1,000
Site & Facilities 95,000
Safety 3,000
Collateral 19,000
Signs & Banners 8,000
Marketing 21,500
Sponsor Activations 7,500
Capital Projects 20,000 Need new crow's nest & face painting area
Miscellaneous 8,000
Total 307,000
EVENT SUMMARY
Revenue:
Event Revenue 247,000
Cost of Sales:
Event Cost of Sales 17,500
Expenses:
Arena Staff 55,000
Support Staff 18,500
Entertainment 45,000
Transportation 5,500
Licenses/Permits/Insurance 1,000
Site & Facilities 95,000
Safety 3,000
Collateral 19,000
Signs & Banners 8,000
Marketing 21,500
Sponsor Activations 7,500
Capital Projects 20,000
Miscellaneous 8,000
307,000
Net Income/(Loss)(77,500)
FY 2016 RODEO SERIES
EXHIBIT A
EVENTS PROGRAM BUDGET (Income - Costs)
REVENUES
Actual Forecast Notes
Sales & Sponsorship $259,778.16 No weather cancellations!
Total $259,778.16
EXPENSES
Actual Forecast Notes
COST OF SALES $17,616.47
RODEO ARENA STAFF $46,345.28
RODEO SUPPORT STAFF $9,130.74
RODEO ENTERTAINMENT $34,328.40
TRANSPORTATION $5,500.00
LICENSES/PERMITS/INSURANCE $5,495.00
SITE & FACILITIES $89,343.28
SAFETY $2,175.00
COLLATERAL $16,124.71
SIGNS & BANNERS $3,686.17
MARKETING $16,500.00
SPONSOR ACTIVATIONS $6,551.78
MISCELLANEOUS $8,160.65
EVENT PRODUCTION $243,341.01
Revenue:
Event Revenue $259,778.16
Expenses:
Event Production $243,341.01
Cost of Sales $17,616.47
Net Income/(Loss)-$1,179.32
2014 Rodeo Series P&L
EXHIBIT B - FINAL 10.23.14
2015 Beaver Creek Rodeo Series
Wrap Up
GUEST DEMOGRAPHICS & COMMUNITY IMPACT*
o The Beaver Creek Rodeo attracted 14,543 attendees during the 2015 season
o 70% of those attendees came to Avon specifically for the Rodeo – approximately
10,180 guests
o The 10,180 visitors who came specifically for the Rodeo spent approximately
$885,100 on lodging, dining, retail and activities in Avon (average of $87/person)
o 50% of attendees were first time Rodeo guests
o 26% of Rodeo guests stayed in Avon, for an average of 5.1 nights
o 56% of Rodeo guests were out of state, 29% local, 13% in-state and 2% international
o According to the Hierarchy of Customer Satisfaction Needs, the Rodeo “Delighted”
attendees with an overall satisfaction rating of 4.7 out of 5.0
o 87% of attendees are “Very” or “Extremely Likely” to return in the future
MEDIA
o In 2015, the Rodeo gained media mentions from such high profile outlets as: Forbes,
Departures and USA Today.
o TOTAL IMPRESSIONS FROM PAID MEDIA 2015: TBD (2014: 3,354,230)
o Paid Media in 2015
o LOCAL
1 ad per week in the Vail Daily
1 ad per week in the Vail Daily Weekly
Ads in Vail Valley Magazine & Parents Handbook
Posters are distributed to businesses from Vail to Glenwood Springs
Radio Ads run every day during peak commute times (Ski Country & Zephyr)
Rodeo Royalty appearances every Thursday on TV8 and Ski Country
Signage at the Eagle Airport baggage carousel and in Vail Village Parking
Garage
Featured event on BeaverCreek.com
o FRONT RANGE/NATIONAL
Radio spots on several front range stations
Ads in Highlands Ranch Herald & Lone Tree Voice
Digital banner & E-News via Mountain Meetings & Events
Billboard on Westbound I-70 at Dumont
Front Range Print – Westword Summer Guide, 5280 Traveler Magazine,
Mountain Living Magazine
Emails to all Epic Pass Holders
*Source – 2015 Rodeo Survey conducted by independent 3rd party company (Intercept Insight, LLC)
EVENTS PROGRAM BUDGET (Income - Costs)
REVENUES
Actual Forecast Notes
Sales & Sponsorship $294,917.00
Total $294,917.00
EXPENSES
Actual Forecast Notes
COST OF SALES $19,043.00
RODEO ARENA STAFF $38,065.00
RODEO SUPPORT STAFF $7,842.00
RODEO ENTERTAINMENT $45,876.00
TRANSPORTATION $7,500.00
LICENSES/PERMITS/INSURANCE $300.00
SITE & FACILITIES $86,744.00
SAFETY $2,625.00
COLLATERAL $15,373.00
SIGNS & BANNERS $5,854.09
MARKETING $20,000.00
SPONSOR ACTIVATIONS $8,935.00
MISCELLANEOUS $10,172.00
CAPITAL PROJECTS $5,000.00
EVENT PRODUCTION $254,286.09
Revenue:
Event Revenue $294,917.00
Expenses:
Event Production $254,286.09
Cost of Sales $19,043.00
Net Income/(Loss)$21,587.91
2015 Rodeo Series P&L
2016 Community Grant Request
&
Town of Avon Grant Review Committee Recommendation
NAME OF ORGANIZATION: Bright Future Foundation
CONTACT: Sheri Mintz
NON-PROFIT, PROFIT OR OTHER: Non-profit
2015 COMMUNITY GRANT AWARD, IF ANY: In-kind Recreation Center Punch Cards – Value $270.00
2016 COMMUNITY GRANT REQUEST: $5,000 Cash & $740 In-kind
COMMITTEE COMMENTS:
• 2014Profit – Loss Statement shows Net Income of $20,267. Total 2015 budget is $1,047,300
• Agency provides county-wide services. No other municipalities are shown to be
participating or asked to participate
• Recommendation:
• Award the Recreation Center Punch Cards as requested.
• Award up to $2,500 when matched by another municipality/s.
YOUTH VIOLENCE PREVENTION
SERVICES IN AVON SUBSIDY
APPLICANT
REQUEST
COMMITTEE
RECOMMENDATION
Youth Violence Prevention
Services Subsidy $5,000 $2,500
Buddy Mentor Event
$740
In-kind
Recreation
Punch Cards
$740
In-kind
Recreation Punch Cards*
* PROVIDES TEN (10) x 10 PUNCHES AVON REC CENTER PUNCH CARDS ($740 VALUE)
2016 Community Grant Request
&
Town of Avon Grant Review Committee Recommendation
NAME OF ORGANIZATION: Buddy Werner League
CONTACT: Dana Maurer
NON-PROFIT, PROFIT OR OTHER: Non-profit
2015 COMMUNITY GRANT AWARD, IF ANY: N/A
2016 COMMUNITY GRANT REQUEST: $1,000
Subsidy for Recreational Ski
Program
APPLICANT
REQUEST COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION
Ski gate replacement, Bull horn,
and two (2) banners $1,000 $1,000
COMMITTEE COMMENTS:
• Provides affordable ski program; Avon children participate
• Active sponsorship fund raising
• Profit – Loss Statement shows Net Income projection in 2015 of $14,516
• Presented as one-time request due to League’s small shortfall this year
Buddy
Werner
League
Vail
/
Beaver
Creek
August
28,
2015
Town
Council
Town
of
Avon
PO
Box
975
Avon,
CO
81620
Dear
Mayor
Fancher
and
Avon
Town
Council,
Thank
you
for
this
opportunity
to
apply
for
a
Town
of
Avon
Community
Grant.
I
am
pleased
to
present
the
Town
of
Avon
with
the
Buddy
Werner
League
–
Vail/Beaver
Creek
(BWL)
2016
Proposal.
Last
year
BWL
served
304
youth
in
our
valley,
we
had
75
volunteer
coaches
and
151
parent
volunteers.
Our
recreational
program
has
a
strong
positive
impact
on
our
local
families
through
the
provision
of
an
affordable
opportunity
for
children
to
learn
mountain
safety
and
etiquette,
ski
race
skills,
team
building
and
so
much
more.
We
are
proud
to
have
a
part
in
building
the
next
generation
of
skiers!
Thank
you
again
for
your
consideration.
We
look
forward
to
building
a
relationship
with
the
Town
of
Avon!!
Please
let
me
know
if
you
have
any
questions.
Sincerely,
Dana
Maurer
Buddy
Werner
League
Program
Director
970-‐376-‐2980
Town
of
Avon
Community
Grant
Application
from
Buddy
Werner
League
–
Vail/Beaver
Creek
Dana
Maurer,
Program
Director
PO
Box
2248
Edwards,
CO
81632
970-‐376-‐2980
bwl.vailbc@gmail.com
The
Buddy
Werner
League
-‐
Vail/Beaver
Creek
(BWL)
was
started
in
1948
to
provide
a
recreational
race
program
that
strengthens
young
skiers
grades
2nd
-‐
8th
in
their
alpine
skiing.
For
almost
50
years,
BWL’s
mission
has
been
to
be
an
affordable,
high-‐quality
recreational
ski
and
race
program
for
area
youth.
Buddy
Werner
was
an
internationally
renowned
alpine
ski
racer
who
was
a
member
of
the
US
Olympic
Alpine
Team
in
1956,
1960
and
1964.
Buddy
was
America's
first
true
world-‐class
ski
racer.
A
native
of
Steamboat
Springs,
Buddy
would
gather
up
the
local
youngsters
and
share
his
love
for
ski
racing
with
them
whenever
he
wasn’t
training
or
off
racing.
The
Vail/Beaver
Creek
Buddy
Werner
League
pays
tribute
to
his
legend.
Participants
have
the
opportunity
to
ski
with
volunteer
coaches
and
others
in
their
age
group
and
ability
level
for
ten
days
in
Beaver
Creek.
Seven
are
all-‐mountain
ski
days
with
some
race
training
and
three
days
are
devoted
to
racing.
The
top
50
skiers
also
have
the
chance
to
compete
in
the
Western
Slope
BWL
Final
Race
with
Powderhorn,
Sunlight
and
Steamboat
BWL
skiers.
BWL
has
grown
to
include
approximately
300
skiers
each
year.
We
are
also
very
proud
of
our
Junior
Coach
program
which
last
year
included
12
high
schoolers
who
graduated
from
BWL
and
come
back
to
assist
with
our
young
teams.
Our
volunteer
coaches
value
these
young
helpers
greatly
and
the
skiers
look
up
to
these
Junior
Coaches
and
form
a
strong
bond.
Junior
coaches
walk
away
from
the
experience
with
leadership
and
problem
solving
skills,
improved
communication
and
the
feeling
of
giving
back.
BWL
prides
itself
with
its
ability
to
bring
families
together
from
Vail
to
Gypsum
to
ski
in
groups
with
kids
their
age
in
Beaver
Creek.
We
have
approximately
75
volunteer
coaches
each
year
who
lead
the
skiers
each
week.
Finally,
BWL
requires
a
volunteer
commitment
from
each
family
to
keep
skiers
safe
on
the
mountain,
help
with
our
races,
help
skiers
warm
up,
etc
which
accounts
to
over
1,071
volunteer
hours
filled
by
151
volunteers,
last
year.
From
last
year’s
program,
18%
of
our
participants
resided
in
Avon.
Last
fall
when
the
Town
of
Avon
hosted
a
dedication
ceremony
for
Mikaela
Shiffrin
when
the
road
was
changed
to
honor
her,
about
15
BWL
skiers
and
their
parents
were
there
to
cheer
her
and
the
town
on!
BWL
works
hard
to
support
its
communities
whenever
it
can.
BWL
families
also
helped
out
at
this
year’s
Eagle
Community
Fund
Rummage
Sale.
BWL
is
a
good
fit
for
Avon
to
fund
because
our
organization
has
a
lot
of
similarities
to
Avon’s
Brand
Platform.
The
BWL
program
promotes
skiers
who
are
energetic
and
adventurous,
we
are
completely
family-‐
oriented
and
as
stated
earlier
we
connect
our
participants
in
many
ways.
Coaches
meet
new
members
of
their
community,
skiers
meet
other
skiers
who
they
may
ski
with
on
the
high
school
ski-‐team
and
volunteers
make
new
friends
every
time
they
volunteer.
I
hear
this
over
and
over!
Since
BWL
is
a
grassroots
organization,
we
are
proud
of
our
“genuine
local
character”.
We
are
known
for
our
down-‐to-‐earth
friendliness
and
our
unpretentious
ways.
We
are
inclusive
of
anyone
who
wants
to
learn
to
race
and
even
provide
free
race
suits
when
possible.
BWL
provides
Avon
families
with
a
low-‐cost
ski
program,
recreating
outdoors
on
Beaver
Creek
Mountain
that
is
open
to
all.
For
some
participants
BWL
is
a
stepping
stone
to
a
more
rigorous
ski
program,
for
others
it’s
the
only
ski
racing
they
will
have
and
still
for
others
it’s
a
gateway
to
racing
at
the
high-‐school
level.
Either
way,
BWL
offers
access
to
skiing,
the
sport
our
valley
was
developed
around,
in
a
recreational
and
affordable
manner
to
the
youth
of
Avon.
Through
this,
BWL
has
potential
to
expand
Avon’s
recreational
offerings.
BWL
can
also
promote
the
Town
of
Avon
through
the
PR
options
it
offers.
Depending
on
the
level
of
donation,
BWL
has
the
ability
to
place
Town
of
Avon
banners
at
the
finish
line
of
3
races
this
season
on
Beaver
Creek
Mountain,
Town
of
Avon’s
logo
could
be
placed
on
the
back
of
the
participant
sweatshirt
(we
give
our
over
400!)
and
Town
of
Avon
could
be
listed
as
a
sponsor
on
the
website,
on
facebook,
in
advertisements,
in
the
awards
program
and
more.
Every
3
or
4
years,
BWL
Vail/Beaver
Creek
hosts
the
BWL
Western
Slope
Regional
Race.
This
event
brings
the
top
50
skiers
from
Powderhorn,
Sunlight
and
Steamboat
together
to
find
the
fastest
BWL
racers.
BWL
V/BC
hosted
this
race
last
year
we
were
able
to
secure
rooms
at
the
Comfort
Inn
for
our
skiers.
Many
spent
time
in
Avon
and
ate,
shopped
and
enjoyed
the
beauty
that
is
to
offer.
This
event
will
return
again
in
2018
or
2019.
Another
way
BWL
families
support
the
Town
of
Avon
businesses
is
they
all
travel
through
Avon
on
the
way
to
and
from
Beaver
Creek.
Many
drop
of
their
skis
to
be
tuned,
get
a
bite
to
eat
or
shop
in
the
many
great
shops
and
stores.
The
Vail/Beaver
Creek
Buddy
Werner
League
is
a
recreational
ski
program
that
values
fitness
as
a
very
important
part
of
raising
a
healthy
child.
Skiing
is
an
incredible
way
for
a
child
to
get
exercise,
build
strength,
and
improve
their
balance
and
coordination
all
while
having
fun
with
their
friends
and
volunteer
coaches
in
the
fresh
air
of
Beaver
Creek.
BWL
also
helps
develop
our
skiers
mentally
through
our
Werner
Wisdom
Program.
Each
week
coaches
are
given
a
personal
development
theme
with
background
information
from
Buddy
Werner’s
life.
These
include
integrity,
safety,
adventure,
commitment,
teamwork,
and
more.
We
are
proud
to
help
develop
our
skiers
into
contributing
members
of
our
community.
BWL
is
a
very
affordable
program
and
scholarships
are
offered
to
families
in
need
on
a
case-‐by-‐case
basis.
Also,
parents
who
volunteer
to
coach
their
children
receive
a
50%
off
discount.
This
allows
our
ski
program
to
serve
a
population
of
locals
that
no
other
ski
group
serves
and
is
offered
at
25%
of
the
cost
of
the
next
lowest
price
option.
Each
year
this
poses
a
challenge
because
BWL
experiences
a
rise
in
costs
associated
with
our
program
such
as
insurance,
race
fees,
equipment
replacement
and
supplies.
In
order
to
help
stabilize
BWL
financially,
we
actively
solicit
sponsors
and
grants.
With
further
review
of
the
included
financials,
you
will
see
that
our
2013/14
season
came
up
short
by
over
$17,000.
This
was
due
to
the
reasons
listed
above
so
for
the
2014/15
season,
we
spent
more
time
raising
money
and
came
out
ahead
in
the
end.
This
was
due
in
part
to
Vail
Resorts
generous
in-‐kind
donations
as
well
as
hosting
the
Western
Slope
BWL
Final
Race.
This
year’s
budget
has
a
small
shortfall
because
we
need
to
buy
new
ski
gates
and
other
racing
equipment
that
we
replace
every
3
–
6
years.
Thankfully
BWL
has
built
up
healthy
reserves
that
are
used
when
times
are
tight
but
we
try
to
be
good
stewards
of
our
money
and
raise
funds
to
cover
each
year.
Specifically,
we
would
like
to
request
$1000
from
the
Town
of
Avon
to
help
us
replace
these
ski
gates,
a
bull
horn
to
communicate
with
our
racers
at
the
start
of
each
race
and
funds
for
BWL
to
make
2
banners
to
place
at
the
top
and
bottom
of
our
race
course
so
the
public
can
see
when
our
BWL
races
take
place.
This
request
would
help
BWL
stay
in
the
positive
this
year
and
would
help
to
ensure
that
BWL
can
continue
to
offer
our
great
program
at
such
a
low
price.
So
far
this
year
we
have
secured
cash
donations
from
Evan’s
Chaffee
($3,000),
Wall
Street
Insurance
($3,000),
Town
of
Gypsum
($1,500),
and
CMT
Painting
($750).
We
also
have
in-‐kind
donations
from
Dusty
Boot
($1,500
in
food
trade),
The
Park
Hyatt
($2000
in
meeting
space
trade),
Smiling
Moose
($750
in
food
trade
for
volunteer
lunches)
and
JB
T-‐shirts
($2,500
in
shirt
trade).
We
are
hoping
to
have
additional
support
from
Vail
Resorts,
Wells
Fargo,
Venture
Sports,
Optic
Nerve,
Parent
Handbook,
Vail
Daily,
Town
of
Eagle,
Subway,
Marko’s
and
Slifer,
Smith
&
Frampton.
These
donations,
whether
cash
or
in-‐kind
allow
us
to
offset
some
of
our
expenses
to
ensure
that
we
can
keep
our
price
low
for
our
families.
In
conclusion,
we
hope
that
the
Town
of
Avon
sees
value
in
the
recreational
youth
program
BWL
offers.
We
feel
it
fits
in
the
mission
of
the
Avon
Brand
Platform
and
directly
benefits
the
Avon
community.
In
addition
to
a
Program
Director,
our
organization
is
run
by
a
volunteer
board
of
enthusiastic
and
committed
members
of
our
community.
They
are
listed
below.
We
hope
you
see
that
BWL
can
help
to
preserve
AND
enrich
the
social
and
economic
welfare,
and
health
of
the
Avon
community.
Thank
you
for
your
consideration.
Buddy
Werner
League
-‐
Vail/Beaver
Creek
Board
of
Directors
Beth
Chabot
–
7
years,
Wells
Fargo
Jim
Childers
–
15
years,
Pilgrim
Downs
Tom
Davies
–
13
years
RiAnne
Davis
–
7
years,
Vail
Resorts
Michael
Dunlevie
–
17
years,
Dunlevie
Law
Cyndi
Gershenoff
–
9
years,
Slifer
Designs
Dana
Maurer
–
2
years,
Buddy
Werner
League
Executive
Director
Phil
Patterson
–
9
years,
Vail
Resorts
Jun '14 - May 15 Jun '13 - May 14
Ordinary Income/Expense
Income
Fees Collected
Registration - Standard Fee 49,000.00 32,900.00
Registration - Discounted Fee 15,760.00 14,200.00
Registration - Fee Refunds -3,435.00 -340.00
Non-Volunteer Fees 1,200.00 400.00
State Race Fees 6,950.00 5,518.00
State Race Lift Tickets 160.00 140.00
Total Fees Collected 69,635.00 52,818.00
Sponsorship/Grants/Fundraising
Grants 1,150.00 0.00
Fundraiser Income (Net)596.87 -487.94
Silent Auction 1,781.00 0.00
Sponsorship/Contribution Income 10,400.00 6,000.00
Trade Donations Received 12,304.76 0.00
Total Sponsorship/Grants/Fundraising 26,232.63 5,512.06
Total Income 95,867.63 58,330.06
Expense
Administrative Expenses 242.47 1,079.94
Awards
Racer Awards 1,212.65 0.00
Team Awards 967.75 0.00
End of Year Awards 1,316.37 0.00
Awards - Other 0.00 3,763.77
Total Awards 3,496.77 3,763.77
Board Expenses
Board Expense - Parking 591.00 66.00
Board Expense - Other 1,808.55 1,831.27
Board Expenses - Other 0.00 4,505.17
Total Board Expenses 2,399.55 6,402.44
Coach Expenses
Coach - Gifts 1,369.98 -410.00
Coach - Other Expenses 1,373.50 988.48
Total Coach Expenses 2,743.48 578.48
Computer Expenses 0.00 2,092.42
Equipment Expenses 352.00 0.00
Insurance 5,675.60 5,575.50
Office Expenses 228.93 827.07
Post Office Box 74.00 0.00
Professional Fees
Admin/Bookkeeping Fees-Combined 0.00 390.00
Accounting Fees 4,960.00 3,685.00
Program Coordinator Fees 14,433.24 12,041.77
Total Professional Fees 19,393.24 16,116.77
Race Bibs 4,343.70 4,389.73
Race Expenses 1,045.14 3,349.50
Room Rental Expenses 375.00 465.00
Skier Giveaways 840.28 0.00
Sponsor Gifts 721.92 0.00
State Race Expenses 0.00 6,088.85
Storage Unit 1,438.00 1,438.00
Sweatshirts 13,697.00 13,625.00
Trade Donations Expensed 12,304.76 0.00
Travel & Entertainment
Meals 0.00 55.49
Total Travel & Entertainment 0.00 55.49
Website Expenses 263.78 126.37
Miscellaneous Expenses 72.20 0.00
9:57 AM Buddy Werner League Vail-Beaver Creek, Inc.
08/28/15 Profit & Loss Prev Year Comparison
Cash Basis June 2014 through May 2015
Page 1
Jun '14 - May 15 Jun '13 - May 14
Total Expense 69,707.82 65,974.33
Net Ordinary Income 26,159.81 -7,644.27
Other Income/Expense
Other Income
Coaches Jackets Reimbursed 865.00 0.00
Interest Income 9.56 28.49
Total Other Income 874.56 28.49
Other Expense
Coach - Uniforms 10,291.87 10,133.42
State Race Hosting 2,226.25 0.00
Total Other Expense 12,518.12 10,133.42
Net Other Income -11,643.56 -10,104.93
Net Income 14,516.25 -17,749.20
9:57 AM Buddy Werner League Vail-Beaver Creek, Inc.
08/28/15 Profit & Loss Prev Year Comparison
Cash Basis June 2014 through May 2015
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Buddy Werner League Vail-Beaver Creek, Inc.
Budget - 2015 / 2016 Season
(Cash Basis)
FEES: $250 and $100
June July Aug Sept Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Total
Notes / Assumptions 2015 2015 2015 2015 2015 2015 2015 2016 2016 2016 2016 2016
Income
Fees Collected
Registration - Standard Fee 175 participants x $250=$43750 43,750 43,750
Registration - Discounted Fee 115 (77 coaches + 38 children) x $100 11,500 11,500
Registration - Fee Refunds 0
Non-Volunteer Fees 0
State Race Fees Pass thru - see State Race Exp. - est. $75 x 50 3,750 3,750
State Race Lift Tickets Pass thru - see State Race Exp. - est. $40 x 50 x 2 days 4,000 4,000
Total Fees Collected 0 0 0 0 55,250 0 0 0 0 7,750 0 0 63,000
Sponsorship/Grants/Fundraising
Grants Town of Eagle/Town of Gypsum/Wells Fargo 400 500 250 1,150
Fundraiser Income (net)Northside Café in Oct; Marko's in Jan. or Feb.300 300 600
Silent Auction 2,000 2,000
Sponsorship / Contribution Income Evans Chaffee, Wall Street Insurance, Venture Sports, Subway, Slifer 1,500 3,000 2,500 3,000 10,000
Trade Donations Received All in-kind donations offsetting "Trade Donations Expense"12,300 12,300
Total Sponsorship/Grants/Fundraising 0 1,500 0 0 3,700 3,000 3,250 0 300 14,300 0 0 26,050
Total Income 0 1,500 0 0 58,950 3,000 3,250 0 300 22,050 0 0 89,050
Expenses
Administrative Expense Sec State Fees, Conf exp.60 120 10 190
Advertising End of year ad 990 990
Awards
Racer Awards Dog Tags 1,220 1,220
Team Awards Coaches reimbursements for end of year party 970 970
End of Year Awards End of year awards, equip rental. Programs 1,320 1,320
Total Awards 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1,220 0 2,290 0 0 3,510
Board Expenses
Board Expense - Parking 120 400 33 43 596
Board Expense - Other Board Retreat, Bi-monthly Meetings, vests 2,050 250 250 700 250 90 250 90 250 4,180
Total Board Expense 2,050 0 250 0 250 700 370 490 283 133 250 0 4,776
Coach Expenses
Coach - Gifts Gift item/Dusty Boot sponsorship + purchase of more.2,000 1,370 3,370
Coach - Other Expenses Emergency/Heads up cards/training dinner/CBI check 310 560 510 1,380
Total Coach Expenses 0 0 0 0 2,310 560 510 0 0 1,370 0 0 4,750
Computer Expenses Anti-virus.275 275
Equipment Expenses Gates, drill bits, radio earpieces, Bull Horn ($130), banners ($150)1,800 1,800
Insurance Races/BOD 5,767 5,767
Office Expenses November = check order 50 50 50 130 50 50 50 430
Post Office Box 74 74
Professional Fees
Accounting Fees 350 595 420 88 88 1,120 420 350 782 245 735 280 5,472
Program Coordinator Fees 1,856 910 71 1,200 1,200 2,000 1,850 2,500 2,500 2,500 1,963 200 18,750
Total Professional Fees 2,206 1,505 491 1,288 1,288 3,120 2,270 2,850 3,282 2,745 2,698 480 24,222
Race Bibs 4,400 4,400
Race Expenses VRI fees, scoresheets, volunteer lunches, start lists, zip ties 130 50 1,500 750 876 3,306
Room Rental Expense Fall Registration and Hyatt 150 400 550
2015 / 2016 Proposed Budget
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Buddy Werner League Vail-Beaver Creek, Inc.
Budget - 2015 / 2016 Season
(Cash Basis)
FEES: $250 and $100
June July Aug Sept Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Total
Notes / Assumptions 2015 2015 2015 2015 2015 2015 2015 2016 2016 2016 2016 2016
2015 / 2016 Proposed Budget
Skier Giveaways stickers 120 120
Sponsor Gifts Framed bibs/photos 400 400
State Race Expenses
State Race Fees Powderhorn Race Fees - see pass thru State Race Income 3,750 3,750
State Race Lift Tickets Powederhorn Lift Tickets - see pass thru State Race Income 4,000 4,000
Total State Race Expenses 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 7,750 0 0 7,750
Storage Unit 1,438 1,438
Sweatshirts 13,950 13,950
Trade Donations Expensed See offsetting "Trade Donations Received"12,300 12,300
Website Expenses 12 120 132
Miscellaneous Expenses 100 100 100 100 400
Total Expenses 4,306 3,015 1,370 7,205 19,768 9,130 3,650 6,060 4,465 28,454 3,128 980 91,530
Net Ordinary Income (Loss)(4,306)(1,515)(1,370)(7,205)39,183 (6,130)(400)(6,060)(4,165)(6,404)(3,128)(980)(2,480)
Other Income (Nonrecurring)
Coaches Jackets Reimbursed NA for 2015 0
Interest Income 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 10
Total Other Income 1 1 1 1 1 1 0 1 1 0 1 1 10
Other Expense (Nonrecurring)
Coach - Uniforms NA for 2015 0
2015 World Championship SWAG NA for 2015 0
State Race Hosting NA for 2015 0
Total Other Expense 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Net Other Income (Expense)1 1 1 1 1 1 0 1 1 0 1 1 10
Total Net Income (Loss)(4,305)(1,514)(1,369)(7,204)39,184 (6,129)(400)(6,059)(4,164)(6,404)(3,127)(979)(2,470)
2016 Community Grant Request
&
Town of Avon Grant Review Committee Recommendation
NAME OF ORGANIZATION: Eagle County School Based Health Center at Avon Elementary
(Avon SBHC)
CONTACT: Jill Kovacevich
NON-PROFIT, PROFIT OR OTHER: Non Profit
2015 COMMUNITY GRANT AWARD, IF ANY: N/A
2016 COMMUNITY GRANT REQUEST: $30,000
SUBSIDY TO SUPPORT
GENERAL
OPERATING/STAFFING COSTS
APPLICANT
REQUEST COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION
1.5 FTE Behavioral health
provider, 0.25 FTE Oral health
provider, 1 FTE Spanish speaking
clinical staff
$30,000 $10,400
COMMITTEE COMMENTS:
• Request is to sustain programs – does not appear that grant will expand services
• 2014 Net Income on Profit-Loss Statement was $35,621
• Located in Avon Elementary School; serves population in the school and wider community
• No other municipal sources appear to be asked for assistance
• The $10,400 recommendation represents an “Avon Share” and supports 50% of the cost of
the oral health provider.
Town of Avon Community Grant Program 2016 Competitive Grant Application for Eagle
County School Based Health Center at Avon Elementary (Avon SBHC)
1. Application Requirements: Organizational Information: Name: Eagle County School District
School Based Health Center at Avon Elementary School (Avon SBHC); Mailing Address: PO
Box 8431, Avon, CO 81620; Contact Person: Jill E. Kovacevich, Executive Director-Doctors
Plus, Medical Sponsor; Telephone Number: 970-343-0881; Email address: mtndoc@vail.net
2. Organization: Eagle County School District- Tax Exempt School- no 501c3 ; Doctors Plus, Inc-
501c3 Letter Attached; Grant Title: Kids Matter: Connecting Kids to Care- Increasing Access to
Physical, Oral and Behavioral Health Services our School Children and Youth
3. Description and Purpose/ Mission Statement: The Avon SBHC is a comprehensive health care
program in Avon Elementary delivering physical, behavioral and oral care to the children of
Avon and Eagle County Schools irrespective of their ability to pay or insurance, to keep kids
healthy and in school, where they can learn and thrive. The children and families of Avon are in
great need of affordable health care access to physical, behavioral and oral health services. With
the mountain region reporting the highest cost for health care costs and insurance premiums
nationwide, cost barriers to health care access are evident. Very few health care providers in
Avon serve the underserved or take Medicaid and the Avon SBHC is one of the few. Studies
show Avon’s population is over 6000 residents with 49% Hispanic, 27% of households have
children under the age of 18 and 17% of these are living at poverty level incomes or below
(http://www.city-data.com/city/Avon-Colorado.html). While the median family income is
reported as $42,732, reports show that Eagle County families need four times federal poverty
level income to makes ends meet and a family of four needs $90,519.00 in household income.
http://cclponline.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/eagle.pdf. Health care costs average close to
$500.00 per month irrespective of income, ranking third highest behind child care (#1) and taxes
(#2).
4. Summary of Service Provision Need/ Benefit: The Avon SBHC opened its doors February 2013
to serve all children enrolled in Eagle County Schools (ECS) irrespective of insurance or ability
to pay. The SBHC was established at Avon Elementary based on need determined by 84% of
Avon Elementary students enrolled in Free and Reduced Lunch, an indicator of poverty and
health disparity. The Avon SBHC has enrolled over 1500 patients and delivered over 1311
unduplicated office visits with 34% physical health visits for wellness, sports and school
physicals, 26% flu vaccines or immunizations and over 285 patient encounters for follow up,
phone calls and prescriptions. To date enrollment is evenly split 50-50 eastern to western ECS
students, 68% Hispanic, 51% and 49% percent respectively female to male, 40% Spanish
speaking only households, 16% ECS Nurse referrals, 21% are Medicaid and 25 % are uninsured
or underinsured of those treated. Good health is basic to a child's ability to succeed in school and
in life. Yet, children are our most medically underserved group (in addition to Hispanics) in
Avon and Eagle County. We have served over 252 patients with oral care screenings, cleanings
and sealants, 27 by referrals for restorative care to Eagle Smiles dental network, for children who
otherwise would forgo much needed care. We are adding charting and billing objectives to our
EMR to begin billing public and private insurance, to offset program costs in the fall of 2015.
We will become a Dental Home through a CDPHE and the Colorado Association of School
Based Health Center (CASBHC) supported grant. This grant program has provided additional
funding for dental equipment but does not cover staffing. In behavioral health we have served
over 167 patients, with over 609 counseling sessions delivered and ongoing behavioral, mental,
emotional (BME) care coordination, averaging 39-40 appointments weekly, 2 sessions per month
per patient. We estimate having delivered over 960 hours of counseling in the last 6 months
alone. We have been asked to increase services by multiple school principals, counselors, parents
and students, indicative of the continued need. Given the lack of insurance coverage for oral and
behavioral health and the rising cost of these basic services in Eagle County, our uninsured,
underinsured, low income and at risk families need access to these services now more than ever.
They increasingly rely on our SBHC services to connect their children to needed care including
behavioral and oral health. It is our goal to deliver these services, reducing barriers to care
because our Kids Matter. The Avon SBHC health delivery model remains committed to
providing affordable health care access to all Avon and ECS students irrespective of a patients’
ability to pay, irrespective of insurance. Clinic hours include the summer months and continue
Monday to Friday 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. We are continuing to focus on the students of Avon and
Avon Elementary School where there is an overwhelming percentage of children on free and
reduced lunches exceeding 84% of the 316 AES students. We are working closely with AES
principal Mr. Leroy Getchell, to streamline obtaining parental consents, structuring in classroom
oral health days with education and information for kids and take home information for parents.
We obtain referrals from Mr. Getchell, AES staff and teachers saturating our Friday Oral Health
day with AES kids appointments. We are working to become a Dental Home for enrolled ECS
patients to coordinate continued care, follow ups and referrals to Eagle Smiles, our community
dental referral network non-profit.
5. Funding Request: This funding request is for $30,000.00 to support general
operating/staffing for Physical, Behavioral/Mental and Oral Health care services including
integrated Spanish speaking care coordination staff. This request is allocated to sustain current
service capacity of 1) 1.5 FTE behavioral health provider(s); 2) .25 FTE oral health provider(s)
and 3) 1 FTE Spanish speaking clinical staff trained in integrated care coordination that is
patient-family centric and culturally sensitive. This will allow us to continue to serve over 1500
children, youth and teens in Avon and Eagle County Schools (ECS) with physical, oral and
behavioral health care for the insured, uninsured and under-insured. These SBHC services will
continue to serve 29% uninsured, 20.5% living at 200% FPL or less with health disparities
including high suicide rate, low birth weights, low immunization rates and a high number of
births to Latina teens. Some Avon Elementary students face additional disparities with more than
84% Free and Reduced Lunch at Avon Elementary, 75% Hispanic, and 27% English Second
Language households. 48% of those surveyed cited barriers to dental and mental-behavioral
health services. 23% of our ECS children ages 0-18 remain uninsured, 15% enrolled in Medicaid
or CHP+ and 25.8% of children eligible but not enrolled (EBNE). Behavioral Health Needs:
Surveys in Eagle County have identified 30% of students with mental, behavioral and emotional
(MBE) health problems without access to care, an above average (8%) attempted suicide rate in
teens and over 50% reporting use of alcohol or drugs. SBHCs are the optimum care model for
integration and coordination of care between MBE and physical health. Oral Health Needs:
According to Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) dental decay is
a serious problem for children in Colorado. Data shows that 45% of children in poverty have
tooth decay compared to higher income family households and this is likely to reach 57 % by 3rd
grade, with 1 in 4 Hispanic children having no regular source of dental care yet 3 times unmet
need. Over 20% of low income children have teeth in fair/poor condition compared to 4% in
higher-income children. Only 1 in 3 have sealants and are 3 times more likely to need urgent
dental care. Yet tooth decay is almost completely preventable. According to a Colorado Trust
study done in 2011, 36.2% of Eagle County’s population had not been to a dentist within the
survey year and 39.9 percent of Coloradans lacked dental insurance. Statewide statistics indicate
55 percent of Hispanic children in kindergarten in Colorado have had one or more dental caries,
compared to 38 percent of Black and 31.9 percent of White children. Spanish Speaking Care
Coordination: Care coordination starts with reducing language and cultural barriers for patients.
Surveys show ECSD students are 52% Hispanic and over 27% ELA learners with over 17% of
household speaking Spanish at home. According to our SBHC enrollment, 49% of patients are
Spanish speaking and continued Spanish interpretation resources are needed. Supporting current
Spanish speaking staff with medical proficiency is a must for optimum communication with
many patients/clients and their parents. Supporting this staff member we will sustain our capacity
to serve Spanish speaking patients in the all areas of health including oral and behavioral health.
This grant will help support our continued service provision to serve over 1500 children in ECS
schools in physical, oral and behavioral health with culturally sensitive care coordination.
6. See Attached Major Contributors
7. See Attached Line Item Program Budget
8. See Attached Profit and Loss Statement
9. Building a Sense of Community : The Avon SBHC contributes to Avon’s sense of
community by improving access and correspondingly the health of our children and families.
Community is built upon the strength of its members and a “sense of community” includes the
capacity of the community itself to help meet the needs of its individual members. (McMillan,
1976). Good health is essential for a productive community and particularly every community
needs a healthy workforce upon which to build its economy and healthy children who are more
equipped to learn and be successful academically. http://canatx.org (Prescription for Wellness)
Community Minded and Family Oriented: The Avon SBHC is a vital support to the children and
working families of Avon. We deliver physical, oral and behavioral health to all patients,
irrespective of ability to pay, irrespective of income or insurance. The Avon SBHC is a corner
stone of our community workers health and healthy families and their success. We are proud to
be recognized as a vital part of the health safety net to Colorado’s rural communities, supported
as one of 15 SBHCs programs in the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment
(CDPHE)'s SBHC Program. CDPHE provided close to 32% of our funding needs for 2013-2015
and our intent is to continue meeting CDPHE compliance standards sufficient to be awarded the
same or similar funding for 2017-2022.
10. Town of Avon support may be recognized as a funding partner and included potentially
in marketing, messaging and community outreach materials evident by mutual marketing
collateral and a partnered program of recognition and support.
11. Currently the Town of Avon has supported the SBHC efforts to gain appropriate zoning
to allow expansion of our patient base to include all children of Avon, siblings and family
members irrespective of whether enrolled in ECS schools. This process includes a Special
Review Use permit to be filed and considered in September 2015 by the Town of Avon.
Respectfully Submitted:
Jill E. Kovacevich, JD, FAAMA
Executive Director
Doctors Plus, Inc
ECSD SBHC at Avon Elementary
mtndoc@vail.net
970-343-0881 cell
Town of Avon Community 2015-16 Grant Application
Organization: Eagle County School District
AVON SBHC MAJOR
CONTRIBUTORS
AMOUNT
The Colorado Health Foundation (Y4)
$17,616.00
Colorado Department of Public Health and
Environment (Y2)
$196,525.00
Patient/Insurance/ Contract Service Fees
(TBD- pending billing increase Fall 2015)
156,753.00
Eagle County BOCC- TBD- Oct 2015
$50,000.00
In-Kind (Eagle County Schools)
$53,183.52
In-Kind (Doctors Plus)
$19,968.00
Total
$494,045.52
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Jan - Dec 14
Ordinary Income/Expense
Income
ECSD Grant Income 416,949.39
Fees
Patient Fees 4,661.81
Total Fees 4,661.81
Total Income 421,611.20
Expense
Business Capital 0.00
Contract Labor 3,546.64
Dues and Subscriptions 250.00
Employee Benefit Program 600.00
Insurance
Malpractice Insurance 8,896.78
Total Insurance 8,896.78
Laboratory Fees 386.25
Medical Records and Supplies
Medical Supplies 5,302.24
Total Medical Records and Supplies 5,302.24
Miscellaneous 1,861.77
Payroll Expenses 364,128.95
Professional Fees
Accounting 2,550.00
Consulting 53,861.98
Total Professional Fees 56,411.98
Reimbursed Expenses 14,852.87
Repairs
Equipment Repairs 50.00
Total Repairs 50.00
Repairs and Maintenance 0.00
Vaccines and Medicines 945.00
Total Expense 457,232.48
Net Ordinary Income -35,621.28
Net Income -35,621.28
12:28 PM DOCTORS PLUS, INC
08/24/15 Profit & Loss
Accrual Basis January through December 2014
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2016 Community Grant Request
&
Town of Avon Grant Review Committee Recommendation
NAME OF ORGANIZATION: Eagle River Youth Coalition
CONTACT: Michelle Stecher
NON-PROFIT, PROFIT OR OTHER: Non profit
2015 COMMUNITY GRANT AWARD, IF ANY: $4,000 plus $324 Punch Card In-kind
2016 COMMUNITY GRANT REQUEST: $4,000 plus $324 Punch Card In-kind
COMMITTEE COMMENTS:
• 2014 Profit – Loss shows Net Income of $33,499
• Town of Gypsum solicited for support; no other municipalities indicated
• Recommendation:
• Award the Recreation Center Punch Cards as requested.
• Award up to $2,500 when matched by another municipality/s.
YOUTH EDUCATION, PARENT
EDUCATION, COMMUNTY TRAININGS,
OUTREACH INITIATIVES
APPLICANT
REQUEST
COMMITTEE
RECOMMENDATION
Sustaining Programs $4,000 $2,500
$324
In-kind
Recreation
Punch Cards
$324
In-kind
Recreation Punch Cards*
* PROVIDES SIX (6) x 5 PUNCHES AVON REC CENTER PUNCH CARDS ($324 VALUE)
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2016 Town of Avon Community Grants Funding Request Eagle River Youth Coalition
1. Contact Information: Name of organization & mailing address, contact person, telephone number,
email address.
The Eagle River Youth Coalition
P.O Box 4613, Edwards, CO 81632
Michelle Stecher, 970-949-9250, mstecher@eagleyouth.org
2. Progress report on previously funded activity, program and/or event
The Eagle River Youth Coalition (ERYC) is very appreciative of the support from the Town of Avon and is
happy to report the following progress outcomes for 2015:
Youth Outreach Programs: High school in-school substance use prevention education at Battle
Mountain High School through required health classes grew tremendously in the 2014-2015 year. The
program is conducted at BMHS and EVHS, and overall educated 475 youth in the 2014-2015 school
year. In spring 2015, 137 youth received the curriculum at BMHS. The Project Towards No Drug Abuse
program is a 12 session program designed to teach high school youth the physical, social and legal
consequences of substance abuse and to encourage students to choose healthy behaviors. Similarly,
the Project Alert focuses on the same curriculum outcomes but is geared for middle school youth.
This program was offered at Berry Creek Middle School, Homestake Peak School, Vail Ski & Snowboard
Academy, and Gypsum Creek Middle School to 104 seventh grade students overall in the 2014-2015
school year. In spring 2015, 59 youth at the three up valley schools received the 11 session program.
Evaluations results conclude from start to finish of the programs, youth are engaging in less substance
use behavior, are more responsible toward decision making, are less likely to be influenced by their
peers, and have greater understanding of resilience skills. ERYC is happy to report that desired trends
were seen in both high school and middle school youth regarding abstaining from or reducing
substance use.
Prevention activities that have occurred in 2015 include the Don’t Get Tied Up with Drugs Party on
4/19/15 at the WECMRD Field House in Edwards in conjunction with 4/20, a day heavily associated
with consuming marijuana. The Don’t Get Tied Up with Drugs Party is organized by EVHS Devils
Against Destructive Decisions students and is intended to reach the entire youth community to
provide a drug-free alternative event on a day heavily associated with marijuana consumption. This
event is primarily attended by middle and high school youth across the valley. Red Ribbon Week
activities will be coordinated with Avon and Vail Police Departments and the Eagle County Sheriff’s
Office to occur in October 2015.
Parent Education and outreach programs including the Dinner & Dialogue series as well as the Active
Parenting of Teens six-week curriculum reached over 330 parents across the entire Eagle River Valley
in 2014-2015. The Dinner & Dialogue series brings parents together with local experts regarding a
specific topic to learn new information, connect with resources and ask questions. The session that
specifically took place in Edwards in spring 2015 and served all up-valley families focused on
Substance Abuse & Effects on the Developing Brain, serving 8 parents and 2 teens. An interactive
parenting education series will continue in the fall of 2015 with sessions occurring monthly and
rotating between Edwards and Eagle. The Active Parenting of Teens series was facilitated in Edwards
in the fall of 2014 and in Eagle in the spring of 2015. Two of the participants in Eagle were from Avon
and both had received financial assistance through scholarship. ERYC plans to host this series in
Edwards again in fall of 2015. This series is a 6 session program that focuses on improving
communication and relationships between parents and teens. 100% of 2014-2015 participants found
the program helpful, teaching valuable skills to improve relationships, and would participate again.
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2016 Town of Avon Community Grants Funding Request Eagle River Youth Coalition
Two Community Education trainings provided for parents and professionals have occurred in 2015.
Both sessions were offered in Edwards to reach up valley parents and professionals and focused on
the topics of Youth Engagement and Crucial Conversations. Both designed to encourage and expand
skills to engage youth in more meaningful capacities in programs and organizations and to increase
communication skills and conflict resolution strategies for professionals. These trainings reached 48
community members. ERYC has received positive feedback regarding training opportunities that
support nonprofit management and development, as well as provide helpful data and resources
regarding youth behavior trends. Training opportunities will continue on a quarterly basis and
continue to reach parents and professionals in Avon and the surrounding region.
Fall 2015 marks the next biennial administration of the Healthy Kids Colorado Survey across seventh
through twelfth grade youth in the Eagle River Valley. Survey results for schools serving Avon
residents will be used to direct programs and services to overcome unmet needs and concerns specific
to the Avon community. Survey administration will occur in November 2015 with results available late
spring 2016.
All of these programs have demonstrated a positive impact for the Avon community, providing
enhanced education for substance use prevention, providing safe youth activities during times when
high substance use has historically occurred, and giving parents tools to have better education,
communication, and relationships with their youth. The Healthy Kids Colorado Survey has been a valid
instrument for assessing youth behaviors, perceptions and attitudes and providing our community with
a timely and real assessment of youth needs. From this data, ERYC and community partners have been
able to identify the most urgent needs of youth in our community and work together to address those
needs. ERYC works diligently with local law enforcement, Eagle County Schools, healthcare
professionals, youth serving organizations, community member organizations, entertainment providers,
municipalities, parents and youth to strengthen prevention efforts to keep youth healthy and safe.
Please find revenues and expenditures for the 2014-2015 school year included following the narrative.
3. Description & Purpose of the Organization
The Eagle River Youth Coalition (ERYC) was founded in 2001 with a vision of providing cohesion among
youth service providers. Since its inception, ERYC has taken a leadership role in assessing local youth
behaviors and perceptions, evaluating service gaps, and mobilizing the community to address priority
youth needs. ERYC collects and disseminates critical data that benefits the community in a multitude of
ways, and utilizes conversations as a springboard to ensure youth needs are met, gaps are addressed,
and coordination is occurring. By working together with diverse service providers, the community can
more effectively and efficiently assess and meet the changing needs of youth and mobilize the
community for positive change. ERYC has expanded its organizational focus to offer a variety of
prevention programming based on identified gaps. Through strong partnerships with local, state, and
federal governments as well as youth program providers, ERYC provides youth leadership opportunities,
substance use prevention and parent education efforts throughout the Eagle River Valley. Through these
efforts, ERYC is able to support fostering a healthy and supportive community that makes youth a
priority, increases their self-sufficiency and enables them to reach their full potential.
Please find a copy of the IRS 501(c)(3) determination letter included following the narrative.
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4. Detailed description of the event or program and explanation of funding needs.
ERYC is kindly requesting funds from the Town of Avon to support parent and community education
efforts, and in-school substance use prevention programs. ERYC offers services to parents that are
interactive, educational and a basis for skill building. ERYC also coordinates in-school substance use
prevention programs. Additionally, ERYC builds community capacity around prevention by offering
training to community members with a focus on youth development and nonprofit development.
ERYC has been successful in the past year in reaching 330 parents through the various forums and
educational outlets, including at least 40 community members residing in the Town of Avon. The free
bilingual parent interactive education series offered by ERYC includes live Spanish interpretation, on-site
childcare and dinner. The series develops parenting skills and helps parents become aware of critical
areas of concern with local youth behaviors, perceptions and attitudes. ERYC’s parent efforts are directly
linked to priorities of the local community, bring experts to parents, and help connect to necessary
resources. Additionally, ERYC has been facilitating the more intensive evidence-based Active Parenting
of Teen series since 2012, which offers a comprehensive approach to address issues such as substance
use and abuse, communication, discipline and misbehavior, as well as reinforcing positive parenting
skills. This program is offered on a sliding scale fee basis to remove financial barriers. With renewed
funding, ERYC aims to continue scholarship opportunities for Avon parents who wish to participate in
the program. In 2014-2015, 14 of 38 participants in the Active Parenting of Teens program were Avon
residents, and at least 15% of Dinner & Dialogue participants were Avon residents.
Forums held by ERYC and collaborating partners engage the community in an informal, educational
setting to create and encourage open dialogue about the issues perceived by the community as youth-
specific concerns. These forums are also designed to address those perceptions by providing community
members and parents with factual information from local professionals. ERYC hosts trainings
throughout the year, many in Avon, that bring community partners together as well as professionals
from surrounding counties. The format of these trainings and education forums engage community
members that are eager to learn more around a specific topic. Attendees learn valuable skills to keep
our community safe and prevent negative youth behaviors. ERYC utilizes the community voice to
determine what needs are most urgent and works with trainers throughout the community and state to
offer professional presentations.
In-school prevention education is a large focus of ERYC. At Avon Elementary, ERYC collaborates with
Avon Police Department to host activities during Red Ribbon Week that encourage students to interact
with police officers, pursue positive decisions and commit to staying drug-free. The Project Towards No
Drug Abuse (TND) is an evidence-based curriculum that reaches over 150 local youth annually since
2011 through required health classes at Battle Mountain and Eagle Valley high schools, and is offered
through 12 highly interactive sessions to prevent adolescent substance use and impaired driving. TND is
designed to help students develop self-control and communication skills, acquire resources that help
them resist drug use, improve decision making strategies, and develop the motivation to not use drugs
or drive impaired. The program will be expanding to Vail Ski & Snowboard Academy as well this year.
Project Alert is a recognized evidence-based prevention curriculum for middle school youth. Beginning
prevention education in middle school provides youth with the tools and knowledge to prevent risky
behaviors through high school. The eleven session curriculum has been proven to lower alcohol misuse
by an average of 24% and decrease current marijuana use by 60%, per nationwide middle school
participants. ERYC has facilitated Project Alert since 2013 and aims to continue the program in the 2016-
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2016 Town of Avon Community Grants Funding Request Eagle River Youth Coalition
2017 school year to 100 students at local middle schools (Homestake Peak, Berry Creek Middle School,
and Vail Ski & Snowboard Academy). Through the combination of these programs, youth and families
receive education, resources, and support that enable them to improve familial relationships, resiliency
skills, and become more connected to the community and valuable services.
5. Amount of funds requested from the Town of Avon. Please include when funds are needed for
payment.
The Eagle River Youth Coalition would like to request support from the Town of Avon in the amount of
$4,000 to support 2015-2016 youth education, parent education, and community trainings and outreach
initiatives. With funds requested from the Town of Avon, the Eagle River Youth Coalition intends to
sustain programs and continue providing opportunities to Avon community members.
ERYC aims to educate 225 Avon youth, 15-20 Avon parents through Active Parenting of Teens series, and
60 Avon community members through trainings and forums held throughout the school year.
ERYC operates on a fiscal cycle from January 1-December 31. Fund disbursement would be acceptable
on an annual basis, a bi-annual basis, a quarterly basis, or in installments.
6. Amount of funds requested and/or provided from other agencies, organizations,
companies (i.e. other funding committed).
Drug Free Communities (SAMSHA- reimbursable) - $31,950 (committed)
Community Block Grant (CO Office of Behavioral Health- reimbursable) - $30,900 (committed)
Vail Valley Cares - $3,000 (committed)
Town of Avon - $4,000 (pending)
Town of Gypsum - $2,000 (pending)
Vail Resorts Epic Promise - $2,500 (pending)
Office of District Attorney, 5th Judicial - $2,000 (pending)
7. Anticipated line item budget for the organization or event.
(Please see Annual Operating Budget and Education Efforts Annual Budget included after the narrative)
The Eagle River Youth Coalition strives to adhere to a fiscally responsible operating budget. The current
operating budget for the 2015 fiscal cycle is $360,275. The total operating budget for all requested
programs is $76,350. The budget categories are: Personnel, Evaluation, Materials and Supplies,
Marketing, Food, Misc. Supplies and Travel.
8. 2014 final actual profit and loss statement.
(Please see financial information included after the narrative.)
9. How the event or organization benefits the Avon community.
ERYC’s youth, parent, and community education efforts benefit the overall Avon community because
these efforts teach valuable skills and knowledge that help youth understand positive behaviors,
decision-making, and provides them with the appropriate community and familial support to thrive.
Having families and youth who are healthy and safe benefits the overall community because it reduces
problem behaviors that result in challenging community outcomes. As Avon Chief of Police Robert Ticer
explains, “As a community leader, I am proud to partner with the Eagle River Youth Coalition to assist
our youth in making healthy lifestyle choices through positive and smart choices. The Eagle River Youth
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2016 Town of Avon Community Grants Funding Request Eagle River Youth Coalition
Coalition is comprised of high quality community members dedicated to the success of our children and
ensuring they grow to be energetic, positive, contributing citizens.” As a parent of local youth explains,
“I believe Eagle River Youth Coalition educates our youth on making better decisions in their daily life. I
feel we live in a safer community because of all these efforts and that enables me to be a more
confident parent.”
10. If applicable, what marketing efforts will be made for this event or program and how will it benefit
the Town
Currently ERYC markets parent programs through the ERYC website, two local radio stations, the Vail
Daily newspaper, TV8 interviews, press releases, social media, newsletters and event posters
throughout the community. ERYC’s efforts have included youth-specific and community-wide media and
marketing campaigns highlighting factual information about issues pertaining to youth, special events
partnerships, and collaborative efforts with the Avon Police Department and other local agencies. ERYC
would recognize the Town of Avon through previously mentioned media outlets when promoting its
community education efforts. Additionally, ERYC engages a number of different Avon businesses and
community members for the implementation of its programs including, but not limited to, the Avon
Police Department, Avon Elementary School, the Avon Recreation Center, Avon restaurants and various
youth-serving organizations based out of Avon, Colorado.
11. Include a description of any ʺin‐kindʺ contributions and related cost that the Town of
Avon provides to your organization, including but not limited to: land, buildings, and their facilities
and/or services.
Chief Robert Ticer of the Avon Police Department currently serves on the Eagle River Youth Coalition’s
Board of Directors. In total, Chief Ticer donates $2,000 worth of volunteer time to ERYC annually.
Additionally, the Avon Recreation Center has contributed in-kind donations for ERYC’s annual fundraiser,
Valley Tastings: Food for Youth. Six, 5-punch cards were donated in the past four years, valued at $324.
An in-kind request is currently pending with the Avon Recreation Center for 2015.
The Town of Avon has also generously supported safe driving media campaigns by including these
messages on the variable message board and with event information.
Parenting Efforts
Project Towards
No Drug Abuse Project Alert Training Category Total
Personnel (Oversight and facilitation)22,400 16,500 12500 4500 55,900
Evaluation 200 2000 1000 250 3,450
Materials and Supplies 1750 2250 500 200 4,700
Marketing 2100 ------------250 2,350
Food 3150 ------------200 3,350
Other (Misc Supplies, Travel)400 750 500 200 1,850
TOTAL 30,000 21,500 14,500 5,600 71,600
TOTAL EDUCATION EFFORTS 71,600
Revenue & Expenditures 2014-2015
Expenses 2014-2015 Budget
2014-2015
Actuals
Personnel (Oversight and facilitation)55900 55900
Evaluation 3,450 3450
Materials and Supplies 4,700 5500
Marketing 2,350 2350
Food 3,350 2750
Other (Misc Supplies, Travel)1,850 1650
71,600 71,600
Revenue Sources
Drug Free Communities (SAMSHA- reimbursable 31,700 31,200
CO Office of Behavioral Health (reimbursable)29,900 29,900
Vail Valley Cares 2,000 2,000
Vail Resorts Epic Promise 0 2,500
Wells Fargo 2,000 0
Town of Avon 4,000 4,000
Town of Gypsum 2,000 2,000
Revenue Total 71,600 71,600
ERYC Education & Outreach Programs Budget
2014-2015
ERYC Parenting Efforts, In-School Curriculum & Community Training Budget
Fall 2014-Spring 2015
Parenting
Efforts
Project
Towards No
Drug Abuse Project Alert Training Category Total
Personnel (Oversight and facilitation)23,650$ 12,500$ 16,500$ 4,500$ 57,150$
Evaluation 200$ 2,000$ 1,000$ 250$ 3,450$
Materials and Supplies 1,750$ 5,750$ 500$ 200$ 8,200$
Marketing 2,100$ ------------250$ 2,350$
Food 3,150$ ------------200$ 3,350$
Other (Misc Supplies, Travel)400$ 750$ 500$ 200$ 1,850$
TOTAL 31,250$ 21,000$ 18,500$ 5,600$ 76,350$
TOTAL EDUCATION EFFORTS 76,350$
Funds Committed
Source Amount Notes
31,950$ committed
30,900$ committed
3,000$ committed
4,000$ pending
2,000$ pending
2,500$ pending
2,000$ pending
TOTAL FUNDS COMMITTED 76,350
ERYC Parenting Efforts, In-School Curriculum & Community Training Budget
Fall 2015-Spring 2016
Office of District Attorney, 5th Judicial
Drug Free Communities (SAMHSA-reimbursable)
CO Office of Behavioral Health (reimbursable)
Vail Valley Cares
Town of Avon
Town of Gypsum
Vail Resorts Epic Promise
Eagle River Youth Coalition, Inc.
Profit & Loss, Annual Budget
2013 Actuals 2014 Budget 2014 Actuals 2015 Budget
Income
4000 · Grants/Foundations 15,265.49 18500 30,689.93 22000
4001 · Fees for Services 1,435.00 1500 1,725.00 1750
4100 · Individual Donations 5,127.05 4500 6,731.49 5000
4110 · Restricted Grant Income
4110.15 · Drug Free Communities (DFC)134,635.89 125000 125,451.21 125000
4110.18 · LEAF-OBH Income 13,957.18 50000
4110.3 · CO DBH (ADAD)108,811.30 95000 95,962.09 80000
4110.19 · W/CDOT Income 0 0 2,930.00 2500
4111 Social Norms 0 0 432.50 0
4110.2 SAPI CO Education 50000
Total 4110 · Restricted Grant Income 243,447.19 220,000.00 238,732.98 307500
4200 · Corporate/Business Donations 7000 10,258.54 2000
4250 · Organization Memberships 6,375.00 8000 7,320.00 7000
4300 · Special Events 7,755.00
Sponsors 6,250.00 6500 4,240.00
4300 · Special Events - Other 19,264.51 22000 15,136.05
Total 4300 · Special Events 25,514.51 28500 19376.05 15000
4480 · Other/Project Reimbursement 500.00
4500 · Interest Income 27.51 25 35.97 25
4650 · Ute Springs Fiscal Activity
Total Income 305446.75 288,025.00 314,869.96 360,275.00
Expense
5000 · Salaries 134,619.47 $142,500.00 131,822.57 145000
5100 · Workers Comp & Payroll Tax 9,533.94 $11,300.00 10,126.85 10500
5200 · Benefits 17,092.57 $15,000.00 19,514.57 22000
5250 · Contract Labor 4400.00 $7,400.00 7,125.00 5000
5300 · Rent 20,213.25 $22,800.00 26,140.00 12000
5350 · Utilities 623.26 900
5700 · Telephone 1,588.43 $1,550.00 1,682.39 1800
5800 · Professional Fees 2,641.75 $2,500.00 2,896.25 2800
6100 · Dues and Subscriptions 465 $500.00 375.00 500
6150 · Office Expense 339.13 0.00 2,635.44 2000.00
6500 · Insurance 2434.00 2750.00 2,674.00 3000.00
6560 · Payroll Expenses 0.00 0.00 21.75 0.00
6710 · Social Norms Pgm Expense 0.00 0.00 1,026.60 0.00
6710 · Dev Assets Pgm Expense 0.00 0.00 782.76 0.00
6800 · General Project Expense
6800.15 · Drug Free Communities Exp (DFC)52371.98 55000.00 41,705.46 43000.00
6800.3 · Co-DBH (ADAD)21086.34 21000.00 11,026.62 14000.00
6800.19 · W/CDOt Grant Expenses 2,430.00 2200.00
6800.18 · LEAF-OBH Expenses 6,293.27 20000.00
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2013 Actuals 2014 Budget 2014 Actuals 2015 Budget
6800.2 SAPI CO Education 50000.00
Total 6800 · General Project Expense 73458.32 76000.00 61455.35 129200.00
6900 · Special Event Expense 4937.47 5500.00 8,138.44 8500.00
7000 · Miscellaneous 223.44 384.54 150.00
Reserve 15000.00
Total Expense 271946.77 287800.00 277424.77 358350.00
Net Ordinary Income 33499.98 225.00 37445.19 1925.00
Other Income/Expense
Other Income
Inkind Donations 52542.02 50000.00 41,052.16 35000.00
Total Other Income 52542.02 50000.00 41,052.16 35000.00
Other Expense
In kind Expense 52542.02 50000.00 41,052.16 35000.00
Total Other Expense 52542.02 50000.00 41,052.16 35000.00
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2016 Community Grant Request
&
Town of Avon Grant Review Committee Recommendation
NAME OF ORGANIZATION: Early Childhood Partners
CONTACT: Julia Kozusko
NON-PROFIT, PROFIT OR OTHER: Non Profit
2015 COMMUNITY GRANT AWARD, IF ANY: $3,600
2016 COMMUNITY GRANT REQUEST: $3,600
APPLICANT
REQUEST
COMMITTEE
RECOMMENDATION
Two Scholarships for participants in
the Family Leadership Training
Institute
$3,600 $0
COMMITTEE COMMENTS:
• Town of Avon funded two scholarships in 2015. Four of 18 graduates were from the Town of
Avon
• Other municipalities and County are requested to assist with funding
• Net Income on Profit-Loss Statement equal $46,543 in 2015
• Funding scholarships are not a preferred contribution as the learning is portable; sense is
Avon has trained its proportionate share of graduates
August
20,
2015
Town
of
Avon
P.O.
Box
975
Avon,
CO
81620
Town
of
Avon
Community
Grants
Review
Committee:
What
is
Family
Leadership?
Family
leadership
emerges
when
community
members
and
parents
gain
the
knowledge
and
skills
needed
to
succeed
in
meaningful
leadership
roles
that
help
shape
the
future
of
families,
youth,
schools,
and
communities.
The
Family
Leadership
Training
Institute
(FLTI)
is
a
series
of
20
sessions
on
leadership
training,
civic
literacy,
and
civic
participation
skills.
FLTI
is
a
public-‐private
partnership
that
works
with
local
communities
to
provide
parents,
caregivers,
and
other
interested
adults
with
the
knowledge,
skills,
and
tools
for
civic
engagement.
The
goals
of
FLTI
are
to:
• Help
participants
become
the
leaders
they
would
like
to
be
for
children
and
families
• Expand
the
capacity
of
participants
as
change
agents
for
children
and
families
• Develop
communities
of
citizens
within
regions
of
the
state
that
will
support
one
another
in
skills
development
and
successful
action
for
children
FLTI
is
based
on
the
premise
that
family
members
are
the
best
advocates
for
children,
families,
and
their
communities.
Community
leaders,
including
parents,
youth,
and
family
members,
can
be
extraordinarily
effective
when
they
speak
out
on
issues
and
inform
policymakers,
the
media,
and
the
community.
Because
each
participant
is
required
to
develop
and
complete
a
project
during
the
20-‐week
training,
the
community
will
benefit
from
the
closure
of
service
gaps,
increased
success
of
current
community
Institutes,
and
the
strengthening
of
youth
and
family
engagement
in
the
change
process.
Through
support
of
FLTI
the
Town
of
Avon
will
assist
in
building
strong
families,
which
are
arguably
the
backbone
of
every
strong
community.
Early
Childhood
Partners
respectfully
requests
$3,600
from
the
Town
of
Avon
to
provide
scholarships
for
two
participants
in
the
Family
Leadership
Training
Institute.
Sincerely,
Julia
Kozusko
Executive
Director
2
APPLICATION
FOR
TOWN
OF
AVON
FUNDING
1.
Contact
Information:
Early
Childhood
Partners
Mailing
address:
PO
Box
4532,
Eagle,
CO
81631
Telephone:
970-‐331-‐6844
2.
If
your
organization
received
funding
from
the
Town
of
Avon
in
2015,
it
is
mandatory
that
you
provide
a
progress
or
final
report
on
the
funded
activity,
program
and
/or
event.
The
report
must
include
revenues
and
expenditures,
including
other
outside
revenue
support.
Please
address
all
conditions
stated
in
the
Town
of
Avon
Letter
of
Agreement
you
received,
which
announced
your
funding
award.
*Previously
submitted.
3.
Description
&
Purpose
of
the
Organization.
Early
Childhood
Partners
(ECP)
is
a
501(c)(3)—Documentation
is
attached-‐
See
Attachment
1.
Early
Childhood
Partners
works
towards
a
single
important
goal,
which
is:
To
improve
the
quality
of
early
childhood
experiences
for
children
in
Eagle
County.
Early
Childhood
Partners
focuses
its
attention
on
four
primary
programs:
• Coaching
&
Consulting
• Professional
Development
• Developmental
Screenings
• Parent
Education
4.
Detailed
description
of
the
event
or
program
and
explanation
of
funding
needs.
This
proposal
seeks
support
to
implement
the
Family
Leadership
Training
Institute
(FLTI)
in
2016.
Funds
from
the
Town
of
Avon
would
be
used
to
provide
scholarships
to
two
participants
in
the
FLTI
program.
FLTI
mobilizes
families
with
tools
to
influence
systems
and
programs
within
community
agencies
as
well
as
policy-‐
makers.
FLTI
cultivates
family
leaders
who
act
on
behalf
of
children,
resulting
in
healthier
communities.
Graduates
provide
leadership
for
their
families
and
communities.
Through
FLTI,
families
are
trained
to
understand
how
local
policies
impact
the
wellness
of
children
and
moreover,
how
they
can
take
an
active
role
in
policy
and
program
development.
FLTI
is
a
community-‐based
program
that
utilizes
an
evidence-‐based
curriculum
whereby
participants
learn
about
child
development,
leadership
and
civics
in
order
to
be
effective
leaders
on
behalf
of
children.
FLTI
is
targeted
to
families
who
demonstrate
a
readiness
to
make
positive
change
in
their
community
for
children.
The
curriculum
is
a
20-‐session
program
that
also
features
an
intensive
retreat,
Day-‐At-‐The-‐Capitol,
and
completion
of
a
community
leadership
project,
all
offered
at
no
cost
to
participants.
The
class
meets
once
a
week
for
four
hours
of
adult-‐
learning
based
instruction.
FLTI
is
based
on
the
premise
that
family
members
are
the
best
advocates
for
children,
families,
and
their
communities.
Community
leaders,
including
parents,
youth,
and
family
members,
can
be
extraordinarily
effective
when
they
speak
out
on
issues
and
inform
policymakers,
the
media,
and
the
community.
FLTI
has
over
20
years
of
research
demonstrating
its
effectiveness.
Nationally,
FLTI
has
reported
the
following
outcomes
for
children,
families
and
the
community:
Children
•
Children
showed
positive
change
as
a
result
of
parent's
participation
in
the
PLTI:
79%
•
Children
now
participating
in
community
activities:
47%
•
Children
showing
improvements
in
self-‐confidence:
41%
•
Children
exhibiting
a
greater
ability
to
resist
peer
pressure
for
risky
behaviors:
25%
Families
•
Feel
they
can
have
a
part
in
improving
their
communities:
81%
•
Felt
confident
in
their
ability
to
help
their
community
grow:
70%
•
Able
to
work
with
agencies
and
professionals
within
their
community:
70%
3
•
Were
able
to
get
information
to
help
them
better
understand
issues
in
their
communities:
69%
Community
•
Engaged
in
advocacy
work:
73%
•
Participate
in
community
organizing
activities:
52%
•
Reported
that
community
services
have
improved
and
school
policies
have
changed
for
the
better:
21%
•
Reported
that
neighborhoods
and
schools
are
now
safer
as
a
result
of
FLTI-‐related
activities:
18%
•
Alcohol
and
drug
sales
were
reduced:
10%
Eagle
County
was
among
4
new
counties
that
implemented
the
program
beginning
in
2013.
In
each
program
the
participants
complete
a
pre/post
survey
which
asks
them
to
tell
us
how
often
they
use
the
following
skills
or
participate
in
the
following
activities:
• Advocating
for
an
issue
or
public
policy
• Public
speaking
skills
• Community
organizing
• Problem
solving
skills
• Consensus
building
skills
• Review,
analyze
and/or
discuss
budgets
• Volunteer
in
a
community
organization
• Participate
on
a
Board
(e.g.,
Board
of
Education,
non-‐
profit
org,
etc.)
• Call
on
or
involve
the
media
• Engage
in
policy
development
or
policy
improvement
• Assessing
strengths
and
assets
in
your
community
• Developing
projects
or
programs
to
address
needs
in
your
community
• Using
outcome
data
to
determine
if
a
program
or
project
achieved
what
it
intended
The
pre
and
post
surveys
are
then
analyzed
to
determine
trends
across
skills
and
activities,
civic
literacy,
and
empowerment,
and
civic
activities.
The
results
of
the
pre/post
surveys
for
our
2014
cohort
are
below
(2015
results
are
still
be
compiled).
4
5.
Amount
of
funds
requested
from
the
Town
of
Avon.
Please
include
when
funds
are
needed
for
payment.
Early
Childhood
Partners
respectfully
requests
$3,600
from
the
town
of
Avon,
which
will
provide
scholarship
funding
for
two
participants
in
the
Family
Leadership
Training
Institute.
Payment
of
the
requested
funds
can
be
made
anytime
between
January
and
June
of
2016.
6.
Amount
of
funds
requested
and/or
provided
from
other
agencies,
organizations,
companies
(i.e.
other
funding
committed).
Based
on
contributions
in
2015
it
is
anticipated
that
ECP
will
receive
the
following
contributions
for
the
FLTI.
All
are
pending
for
2016.
Eagle
County
$15,000
Eagle
County
School
District
$
5100
Head
Start
and
Early
Head
Start
$
1500
Alpine
Bank
$
2000
Colorado
Department
of
Health
and
Environment
$10,000
Local
Municipalities
$
8100
Town
of
Avon
$
3600
7.
Anticipated
line
item
budget
for
the
organization
or
event.
FLTI
site
coordinator,
20
hours
per
week
for
12
months
x
$20
per
hour
$19,200.00
FLTI
facilitators,
4
facilitators
each
teach
10
weeks
of
class,
attend
training,
retreat,
first
class
and
graduation.
Approximately
95
hours
each
@$50
per
hour
$19,000.00
Child
Care
20
-‐four
hour
sessions
x
2
teachers
@$20
per
hour.
8
hour
retreat
x
2
people
@
20
per
hour
$800.00
Food,
$175
per
session
x
21
sessions
$3,675.00
Supplies
and
materials
for
sessions,
retreat
and
graduation
$500.00
Mileage,
3
trips
to
and
from
Denver
for
training,
class
and
graduation
1800
miles
@.50
per
mile
(3
cars
each
trip).
Plus
Facilitator
and
participant
mileage
to
class
$1,500.00
Alumni
Program,
5-‐7
meetings
with
refreshments
$350.00
ECP
oversight
15%
$2,932
Total
Expenses
$47,957
8.
2015
final
actual
profit
and
loss
statement.
See
Attachment
2.
5
9.
How
the
event
or
organization
benefits
the
Avon
community?
In
2015
there
were
four
FLTI
participants
that
were
residents
of
or
worked
in
the
Town
of
Avon.
Fourteen
of
the
community
service
projects
completed
by
the
class
participants
impacted
our
entire
community
while
three
projects
were
directly
related
to
programs
in
the
Town
of
Avon
which
included
a
board
member
exchange
and
training
program
for
non-‐profits
in
the
community,
affordable
childcare
initiative,
and
social
networking
to
connect
single
parents
for
support
and
resources.
In
2015
there
were
18
graduates
of
the
program.
Four
of
the
participants
live
in
the
town
of
Avon
and
are
working
to
complete
or
have
completed
their
community
service
projects.
FLTI
is
having
a
positive
impact
on
our
valley
and
the
Town
of
Avon.
10.
If
applicable,
what
marketing
efforts
will
be
made
for
this
event
or
program
and
how
will
it
benefit
the
Town.
The
Town
of
Avon
will
be
acknowledged
as
a
sponsor
on
our
website,
at
our
FLTI
graduation
ceremony,
and
to
the
participants
in
the
classes.
11.
Include
a
description
of
any
in-‐kind
contributions.
Early Childhood Partners In-Kind Contributions – 2014/15
Facilitation for Family Leadership Training Institute(FLTI) from Beth
Reilly - $2950 (59 hours at $50 per hour)
Consultation from former Executive Director of ECP - $6000 (10 hours
per month at $50 per hour)
Rooms for parenting classes and FLTI donated by the Eagle County
School District and Miller Ranch Community Center– $4800(28 weeks for
two sessions of parenting(14 weeks each) and 20 weeks of FLTI at $100
per night)
$2950
$6000
$4800
Total: $13,750
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Early Childhood Partners 8:30 AM
Profit & Loss 07/16/2015
July 2014 through June 2015 Accrual Basis
Jul '14 - Jun 15
Ordinary Income/Expense
Income
Administrative support 2,995.31
Coaching Income 64,259.17
Contributions income 3,150.15
EHS Mental health 3,437.50
EQ-Ounce Income 30,912.50
FLTI 59,973.15
Individual support 1,500.00
Infant toddler 1291 77,260.11
Parenting Income 57,069.25
Professional Development income 7,783.78
Total Income 308,340.92
Expense
Professional Fees 4,677.24
Admin support 7,577.45
Coaching Project expense 74,516.37
EQ Ounce 16,818.06
FLTI expense 37,807.93
HHS mental health 8,407.50
Infant and toddler grant 70,544.11
Parenting classes 26,006.84
Professional development 10,067.08
Support for Individual children 5,375.00
Total Expense 261,797.58
Net Ordinary Income 46,543.34
Net Income 46,543.34
2016 Community Grant Request
&
Town of Avon Grant Review Committee Recommendation
NAME OF ORGANIZATION: Education Foundation of Eagle County
CONTACT: Julie Norberg
NON-PROFIT, PROFIT OR OTHER: Non Profit
2015 COMMUNITY GRANT AWARD, IF ANY: Office Space in Transit Center; Value = $26,400
2016 COMMUNITY GRANT REQUEST: Cash - $10,500 plus In-kind of $73,150
APPLICANT
REQUEST
COMMITTEE
RECOMMENDATION
Project Funway $5,000 0
Summer School of Rock $3,000 0
Bots for Boys $2,500 0
TOTAL CASH REQUEST $10,500 0
Avon Performance Pavilion - 21 days
@ average of $2,200/day $46,200 $0
Conflicts with high use season
Railroad Bridge Event Banner $550 $0
Other event bookings
12 months Office Space at Pavilion $26,400 $26,400
TOTAL IN-KIND REQUEST $73,150 $26,400
COMMITTEE COMMENTS:
• In-kind provision of Town office at the Avon Regional Transit Facility is a significant
contribution to the budget
• A multi-year lease is requested. Recommendation is leave year-to-year requests as longer
term use of the transit facility offices is unknown
• 2014 Net Income Statement shows large deficit ($193,622), but applications states a small
margin of profit was achieved in 2013-14
• Requests for use of railroad bridge and pavilion conflict with other requests and high season
demands at the pavilion
Education Foundation of Eagle County
1. Education Foundation of Eagle County (EFEC) - PO Box 18533, Avon, CO 81620,
Julie Norberg, 801.870.0891, Julien@efec.org
2. EFEC received an in kind grant from the Town of Avon in 2015 for office space located in the
Regional Transportation Center located at 500 Swift Gulch Road. EFEC began utilizing the space
January 1, 2015. EFEC will continue to occupy the space through the end of 2015 based on the
Letter of Agreement and if possible for years to come as we are asking for a multiple year
agreement. The space has been extremely beneficial to the well being of EFEC.
3. The Public Education Foundation, a nonprofit 501(c)3 organization established in 2001, now the
Education Foundation of Eagle County (EFEC), has worked in partnership with Eagle County
Schools to fund strategic initiatives and programs for quality education in Eagle County.
The purpose of the Education Foundation of Eagle County is to make specific and targeted
recommendations to, and to work in conjunction with the Eagle County School District in order to
retain our most qualified teachers, preserve staffing levels, maintain smaller class sizes, conserve
and improve one on one teacher-student ratios, and to protect vital programs and curricula that have
been or are in danger of being reduced or eliminated. EFEC’s top priority is to maintain an excellent
learning experience for students in the Town of Avon and Eagle County.
4. EFEC is asking for three cash and three in kind donations. The cash asks would support two
annual events, Project Funway and Summer School of Rock, and the third is Bots for Boys, a STEM
program at Avon Elementary School (AES.) Our in-kind requests are for continued use of office
space in Avon via minimally one more year or hopefully a multiple year Letter of Agreement, use of
the Avon Performance Pavilion for three individual weeks during the summer of 2016 based on
availability for our Summer School of Rock Day Camp and banner placement on the railroad bridge
promoting our events through 2016 based on Town of Avon availability.
- Project Funway is EFEC’s annual fundraiser hosted in Avon for the last two years and into the
future bringing upwards of 300 guests to Avon while also generating room nights at the property
located in Avon. The 2016 Project Funway event will mark its fifth year and is based on the smash
TV hit, “Project Runway,” a show where inspiring designers are challenged to create their finest
work. For Efec’s Project Funway the designers are all local amateurs and the challenge is to raise
money and the point is to have fun.
- Summer School of Rock Day Camp is the Education Foundation of Eagle County’s musical day
camp for children ages 7-13. Every day, each camper participates in three hours of musical
instruction. At the end of the camp, they showcase their melodic accomplishments with a concert.
Additional activities each day include yoga, musical meditation, hula hooping, art, and face painting.
The camp is lead by long time local musician, Grammy nominee and music teacher Jake Wolf.
- Bots for Boys is an exciting Lego robotics after school program just for Boys. Third through fifth
grade children will work with partners to build cars, sailboats, scales and more using “Simple and
Motorized Machines” Lego sets. Through hands on construction boys will implement mechanisms
used in Robotics, including pneumatics, gears and balance. Bots for Kids has been a successful
program for the past two years at several other elementary schools, but never Avon Elementary
School EFEC strongly believes the children at AES would greatly benefit from the skills and
camaraderie would like to see a program offered to AES in the 2015-2016 school year.
5. EFEC is requesting $10,500 total in monetary funding. Project Funway is scheduled for April 2,
2016. Funding for Project Funway would be requested in March 2016. Summer School of Rock will
be hosted three individual weeks the summer of 2016 based upon the availability of the Avon
Education Foundation of Eagle County
Performance Pavilion. Bots for boys will be scheduled for the spring of 2016. Funding and in-kind
services will be requested at that time.
6. Funding from other organizations have not yet been confirmed for the 2016. Potential donors of in-
kind services and monetary amounts (that have donated in past years) include, but are not limited to
Vail Valley Cares, First Bank, Alpine Bank, 4 Eagle Ranch, Slifer Smith & Frampton, Vail
Honeywagon, VVF Youth Foundation, RA Nelson, George K. Baum & Associates, GE Johnson,
Westin Riverfront Resort, Kaiser Permanente, Vail Valley Medical Center, Town of Minturn, Town of
Eagle, Vilar Performing Arts Center, Vail Resorts ECHO, Crazy Mountain Brewery, National
Republic Distributing, Alpine Insurance, Beck Building Company, Continental Divide Cabins, and
Edwards Shell Station.
7. Line Item Budget amount requested per event: $5,000 for Project Funway, $3,000 for Summer
School of Rock, and $2,500 for Bots for Kids. The cost of the in kind request to the Town of Avon
are as follows: Office space: approximately $20,000/year; Avon Performance Pavilion use for three
individual weeks from June to August 2016 approximately $6,840/week; and event banner hanging
for five events approximately $550.
8. The complete actual 2014 Profit & Loss is attached. Highlights are shown below. As
you review the 2014 P&L please note that EFEC operates on a tax calendar year, however
our income and expenses follow a fiscal year reflecting July 1-June 30. Due to this Our
2013 P&L shows an overstated income with the expenses being allotted to the 2014 P&L
showing overstated expenses. EFEC operates primarily as a pass through organization
funding the needs of Eagle County Schools that have not been met in their restricted
budget. Between 2013 and 2014 EFEC operated with a small margin of profit.
Education Foundation of Eagle County - Profit and Loss
January - December 2014
Income
Total Donation Received 61,430.57
Total Event, Grant, Program Donations 262,147.79
Total Income $323,578.36
Gross Profit $323,578.36
Expenses
Total EFEC Giving 244,279.33
Total Event, Grant, Program Expense 235,041.46
Total Operating Expenses 38,341.36
Total Expenses $114,894.40
Net Operating Income $517,712.15
Total Other Income $510.80
Net Income -193,622.99
9. Benefits to the Town of Avon are as follows:
- Both events, Project Funway and Summer School of Rock, bring non-resident guests to Avon,
which in turn promotes hotel accommodations and dining in the Town of Avon.
- Bots for Boys program directly impacts the future of many children’s lives. Although the program
states Boys, anyone is welcome and that upon request we tailor the program to both boys and
girls.
Education Foundation of Eagle County
- By sponsoring EFEC, TOA will participate in educational funding therefore directly impacting
Avon’s sense of community and its schools.
- By supporting the supplemental education efforts of EFEC, TOA will support the sustainability of
its future economic development, unique special events and sustained economic development.
- EFEC’s events and programs expand the cultural and educational offerings. By supporting
EFEC, the Town of Avon will also be expanding their arts, cultural and educational offerings.
- Avon Elementary School had almost 76% use of the free and reduced school lunch program for
the 2014/2015 school year. By supporting Bots for Boys and offering a venue for the Summer
School of Rock in Avon children ages 7-13 will have the ability to walk to the camp thereby
eliminating the need for transportation and supporting a population in need.
- By supporting the Summer School of Rock in Avon, EFEC/TOA will be able to sponsor more
scholarships for children to attend. Participation in music is known to increase children’s self
confidence which leads to more “well rounded” individuals that will be able to mature into
productive members of society.
- EFEC’s Project Funway and Summer School of Rock are
• Successful annual events with proven track records. The only limitations of growth
would be due to venue restrictions. Each will have growth potential in the Town of
Avon.
• Unique events that support a balanced calendar of events with a focus on youth
education.
• Events produced by planners and volunteers that reside in Eagle County who care
about their community, its culture, its growth, its future and the thoughtful promotion
of our community.
10. EFEC promotes all events and recognizes sponsors utilizing the following platforms: Social media
including Twitter and Facebook; advertising in the Vail Daily and via the Vail Valley Partnership; press
releases are distributed to an extensive statewide network including all major Colorado television
network stations and newspapers and promoted throughout the Eagle County Schools. The Town of
Avon’s logo and link will be posted on our EFEC website Sponsor page www.efec.org; banners will be
hung at Project Funway and Summer School of Rock Day Camp and AES during the Bots for Boys
program; included on all print and media and in any/all advertising, press releases, PSAs, and interviews
for the above mentioned events. Any of the two EFEC programs listed (Project Funway and Summer
School of Rock) are available to be renamed and branded as Town of Avon events depending on
funding awarded. Five tickets to each of the two events listed will be available with VIP front row seating
and the ability to purchase additional tickets at a discounted rate. One designer entry promoting TOA for
Project Funway will be included.
11. In-Kind Requests are as follows:
- EFEC would like to request the in-kind use of the Avon Performance Pavilion for three
individual weeks (day use only completed by 3 PM each day as to not interfere with any
scheduled evening events) from June to August 2016 approximately $6,840/week.
- Use of the Railroad Bridge for event banner hanging for five events approximately $550.
- Regional Transportation Center Swift Gulch - EFEC would like to request in-kind continued
use of office space located on Swift Gulch Road for 2016-2019. EFEC has been a purely
volunteer organization without the need of office space. Office space is now requested to
house minimal office supplies and one staff person. A 10’ x 10’ individual space or a larger
office that is shared office space is appropriate at $22/sq ft.
Education Foundation of Eagle County
Profit and Loss
January - December 2014
TOTAL
Income
Donation Received
10% Grant Fund 5,605.76
Directed Giving Donations 43,562.56
EFEC Donations - General Fund 12,262.25
Total Donation Received 61,430.57
Event Program Donations
Annual Mailing 1,340.00
Apple Award - YVF 4,000.00
Bots for Boys 4,516.50
Evening of the Stars 23,647.64
DTA Grants 5,000.00
Total Evening of the Stars 28,647.64
Fundraising Events- other 112.00
Golf Fore Education 11,865.61
Haunted House 3,628.00
HPS Events 4,918.97
Project Funway 23,679.36
School of Rock Camp 4,476.50
School of Rock Concert 4,805.00
Wild West Days 129,158.21
Total Event Program Donations 221,147.79
Grants
Project Funway Grant 15,000.00
WWD Grant 26,000.00
Total Grants 41,000.00
Uncategorized Income 0.00
Total Income $323,578.36
Gross Profit $323,578.36
Expenses
EFEC Giving
10% Grant Fund - Current Yr 9,381.02
10% Grant Fund - Prior Yr 8,826.82
Directed Giving - Current Yr 48,984.15
Directed Giving - Prior Yr 164,534.77
EFEC Giving - Schools 340.62
Program Grant Dispersements 12,211.95
Total EFEC Giving 244,279.33
Event /Program Expense
Annual Mailing 13,039.80
Apple Award 4,090.00
Banks 0.00
Bots for Boys 1,752.07
Bots for Boys 1,752.07
Community Events 60.00
Evening of the Stars 26,251.19
DTA Grants 6,075.00
Total Evening of the Stars 32,326.19
Golf - Eagle fore Education 3,438.07
Haunted House 2,015.20
HPS Events 4,701.95
Project Funway 14,411.07
Raffle Sales Expense 100.00
Reimbursable Expenses 519.46
School of Rock 4,552.31
School of Rock Concert 1,641.13
Wild West Days 126,394.21
Total Event /Program Expense 209,041.46
Grant Expenses
WWD grants 26,000.00
Total Grant Expenses 26,000.00
Operating Expenses
Accounting/ Bookkeeping Expense 6,340.00
Advertising 1,773.72
Annual Business Filings 45.00
Bank Charge 52.50
Amex Fees 83.36
Check Order 72.38
EventBrite Fees -115.02
Merchant Fees 444.08
PayPal Fees - EFEC 0.00
Total Bank Charge 537.30
Charitable Contributions 500.00
Conferences 2,384.11
Consulting
Rimel Professional Services 1,496.80
Total Consulting 1,496.80
Director Salary 12,600.00
Payroll Taxes 963.90
Total Director Salary 13,563.90
Dues and Subscriptions
Donor Tools 330.00
Intuit - QB 640.15
Memberships - nonprofits 500.00
Total Dues and Subscriptions 1,470.15
EFEC Board Meetings 76.70
Great Education Luncheon Conference 0.00
Insurance 862.00
Marketing
Advocacy 45.05
EFEC-Mktg 6,495.90
Misc 337.50
Misc 337.50
Website 1,941.12
Total Marketing 8,819.57
Miscellaneous, Bus 0.00
Office 325.56
Postage and Delivery 140.15
Printing and Reproduction 6.40
Total Operating Expenses 38,341.36
Payroll Expenses
Taxes 0.00
Wages 0.00
Total Payroll Expenses 0.00
Uncategorized Expense 50.00
Total Expenses $517,712.15
Net Operating Income $ -194,133.79
Other Income
Credit Card Cash Back Rewards 494.63
Interest Earned 16.17
Total Other Income $510.80
Other Expenses
Reconciliation Discrepancies 0.00
Total Other Expenses $0.00
Net Other Income $510.80
Net Income $ -193,622.99
Thursday, Mar 12, 2015 12:10:06 AM PDT GMT-6 - Accrual Basis
This report was created using QuickBooks Online Plus.
2016 Community Grant Request
&
Town of Avon Grant Review Committee Recommendation
NAME OF ORGANIZATION: EGE Air Alliance
CONTACT: Michael Brown
NON-PROFIT, PROFIT OR OTHER: Non Profit
2015 COMMUNITY GRANT AWARD, IF ANY: $20,000
2016 COMMUNITY GRANT REQUEST: $20,000
APPLICANT
REQUEST
COMMITTEE
RECOMMENDATION
Airline Seat Revenue Guarantees $20,000 $20,000
COMMITTEE COMMENTS:
• Request is based on the estimated economic impacts from recent intercept study
• Strong other municipal, County and private business solicitations
• Estimated economic impact to the Town of Avon as a direct result of new Oakland and
Charlotte flights is estimated to equal and additional $1,331,314 in economic activity
• Permanent long term funding planning underway
2016 Community Grant Request
&
Town of Avon Grant Review Committee Recommendation
NAME OF ORGANIZATION: High Altitude Entrepreneurs
CONTACT: Brad Bickerton
NON-PROFIT, PROFIT OR OTHER: Organization seeking to become a non-profit in 2015
2015 COMMUNITY GRANT AWARD, IF ANY: NA
2016 COMMUNITY GRANT REQUEST: $6,100
APPLICANT
REQUEST
COMMITTEE
RECOMMENDATION
Non-profit filing $500 $400
Bookkeeping $800 0
High School Internships $1,200 0
Events Held in Avon $2,500 $2,500
News Releases $100 0
Tools $400 0
Meeting Supplies $400 0
Website and Social Media $100 0
Memberships Recruiting $100 0
TOTAL $6,100 $2,900
COMMITTEE COMMENTS:
• Centered in Avon, early success in promoting a startup culture and support for new
businesses
• Many line items in the $6,100 request should be completed with volunteer labor and/or
through contributions from the private sector
APPLICATION TO RECEIVE FUNDING FROM THE TOWN OF AVON FOR 2016
1. Contact Information:
a. Name of organization: High Altitude Entrepreneurs (HAE)
b. Mailing address: PO BOX: 1224, Minturn CO, 81645
c. Contact person: Brad Bickerton
d. Telephone number: 303.478.0259
e. Email address: bbickerton@gmail.com
2. HAE has not received funding from Avon in 2015
3. Description and Purpose of the Organization/Mission Statement
HAE is a group promoting a startup culture and support for new businesses in the Vail
Valley centered in Avon. High Altitude Entrepreneurs’ mission is to bring together the
entrepreneurs in the mountain communities. About 18 months ago we started a society
for entrepreneurs up here in the high mountains. The response has been incredible, in
addition to active meeting participation, many people have read our newsletter, blog
posts, articles, resources suggestions and engaged in one way or another.
First, HAE is a collaborative group of people who simply feel they have an
entrepreneur’s heart. There is no barrier to entry outside of selfidentifying as an
entrepreneur or someone who simply has ideas for ‘cool stuff’ and is willing to make an
effort to do more than chatter.
What do we do? We follow the maxim that when entrepreneurial minds come together
THINGS HAPPEN. Our weekly Thursday afternoon meetings (usually at 5:30 pm) have
consistently been overflowing the VLIBaseCamp’s conference room. We are also
starting to have greater attendance, as well as website subscribership, from Summit
County. Hence the name “High Altitude Entrepreneurs BaseCamp”, as we grow it is
expected additional locations will be started in addition to the one in Summit labeled
9100. The whole philosophy is about breaking down barriers by sharing resources and
ideas. The age range has engaged people from 17 yrs old to over 70.
In the last year we have seen over 100 subscribers to the weekly newsletters, and over
a 60% read rate (a 33% read rate would be considered a success). Dozens of people
have attended meetings, some attend every single week others as time and needs suit
their lives. We have also had dozens of people pitch through 777×2, as well as dozens
of practical, executable, educational units (commonly called Tools of the Trade) from
how to build a website to how angel investment works.
Many people have ideas for companies, products, books or other things, that either
need feedback or need an opportunity to practice their pitch. 777×2 is a way to force
yourself to sit down and make 7 simple slides on and idea you have. Then you can get
constructive feedback and possibly a partner, client, or subscriber. The “x2” is when you
come back 35 weeks later and represent based on the group’s feedback.
As one person said the reason to do it is “because I need feedback.”
HAE will apply to become a tax exempt non profit during 2015 and submit a copy of the
determination letter from the Internal Revenue Service recognizing our tax-exempt
status under IRS 501(c)(3).
4. Detailed description of the event or program and its activities. Identify if this is a new
program, organization or event.
The HAE program and approach will continue as it has in the last 18 months. However,
with funding it will be able to expand the number of participants, provide more services
to members and publicize the Town of Avon as being to Heart of Entrepreneurship in
Colorado High Country. Please view the recently released “Avon Entrepreneur Video”
to see HAE in action.
Here is a partial list of “start ups’ using HAE:
Active Projects
o Peak Patch
o Grey Raven
o Skitown Connect
o The Drop
o AvaDrone
o GoGoColorado
o Skipodz
o Avon Sticker Company
o Johnny’s Salsa
o MountainCareers
o Huevo de rancho eggs
o FlairBNB
o ApresTune (high school student forprofit)
5. Explanation of funding needs and amount of funds requested from the Town of Avon.
Include when funds are needed for payment.
This request is for $500 per calendar month ($6000 for 2016) to be used as follows:
Nonprofit filing
Bookkeeping
Basecamp scholarship
High School Internships
Special HAE Events Held in Avon
News Releases
Tools
Meeting Supplies
Website and Social Media
Memberships Recruiting
6. Amount of funds requested and/or provided from other agencies, organizations or
companies (i.e. other funding committed).
Meeting space provided by Vail Leadership Institute. No monetary funds have been
sought or provided in the past.
7. Anticipated line item budget for the organization or event.
These estimates are for the full year of 2016. No salaries will be paid.
Nonprofit filing $400
Bookkeeping $800
High School Internships $1200
Events Held in Avon $2500
News Releases $100
Tools $400
Meeting Supplies $400
Website and Social Media $100
Memberships Recruiting $100
8. 2014 Final actual profit and loss statement.
HAE did not use any funds in 2014
9. Explain how the event or organization benefits the Avon community.
Clearly identifies Avon as the Heart of Entrepreneurship in the Valley
More successful business started in Avon and increased employment
Retains high potential people in the Valley
10. If applicable, explain what marketing efforts will be made for this event or program
and how it will benefit the Town.
Please see the recently released “Avon Entrepreneur Video”, all interviewees are
members of HAE.
11. Include a description of any "in-kind" contributions and related costs that the Town
of Avon provides to your organization, including but not limited to, land, buildings, and
facilities and/or services.
a.Participation in Town booths at Avon Events and ability to submit material to
Town website.
b.Have a description and link to our organization (HAE) on the Avon.org website
c.Promote attendance at Weekly meetups by Town Employees
2016 Community Grant Request
&
Town of Avon Grant Review Committee Recommendation
NAME OF ORGANIZATION: Red Ribbon
CONTACT: Denise Kipp
NON-PROFIT, PROFIT OR OTHER: Non Profit
2015 COMMUNITY GRANT AWARD, IF ANY: $750 plus one Avon Recreation Center Punch Card
2016 COMMUNITY GRANT REQUEST: $750 plus one Avon Recreation Center Punch Card
COMMITTEE COMMENTS:
• Unique in-school program in Eagle County addressing risky behaviors of adolescents
• Strong fund raising program with public and private entities
APPLICANT
REQUEST
COMMITTEE
RECOMMENDATION
Youth Skills Building $750 $750
$54
In-kind
Recreation
Punch Cards
$54
In-kind
Recreation Punch Cards*
* PROVIDES ONE (1) 5 PUNCHES AVON REC CENTER PUNCH CARDS ($54 VALUE)
August 10, 2015
Town of Avon
PO Box 975
1 Lake Street
Avon, CO 81620
Dear Mr. Neill and the Town of Avon Staff:
The Red Ribbon Project (RRP) would like to thank you for the opportunity to
apply for funding to support our Youth Skills Building program. This program
has proven to be a valued component in the middle and high schools in
Eagle County over the past decade. Recently, RRP has been able to offer our programs as early as 5 th
grade (including Avon Elementary School) because there is compelling evidence that early intervention with
young children is a promising approach to preventing drug use and other problem behaviors. The Red
Ribbon Project is respectively submitting a $750 Youth Skills Building program funding request.
The Youth Skills Building program focuses on the prevention and intervention of youth participating in risk
behaviors. The program focuses on fostering healthy relationships, including development of positive self-
esteem, healthy attitudes and values about adolescent growth and development, goal setting, decision
making, communication and negotiation skills. The Youth Skills Building program is comprehensive, utilizes
best practices, and has proven to be effective in impacting behavior.
There are no other in-school programs in Eagle County that address these issues with adolescents in our
community. We have a proven record of delivering programs successfully to adolescents focusing on life
skills and healthy development. RRP's focus on sexual health has contributed to a significant decline in
teen births in Eagle County. In 2008 there were 67 births to teens between the ages of 15-19. In 2014
there were 29 births to teens between in the ages of 15-19.
We welcome the opportunity to partner with the Town of Avon in improving outcomes for youth in the Town
of Avon. Thank you for considering our grant request. I look forward to hearing from you.
Sincerely,
Denise Kipp
denise@redribbonproject.org
Executive Director
Phone 970.827.5900
Town of Avon Application for Community Organizations Funding for 2016
1. Contact Information: Red Ribbon Project PO Box 6058 Avon, CO 81620
Executive Director: Denise Kipp Phone Number: 970-827-5900 Email: denise@redribbonproject.org
2. Final Report- see attached, along with revenues and expenditures.
3. Description and Purpose of the Organization. If representing a tax-exempt organization,
please provide a copy of the determination letter from the IRS- see attached.
Red Ribbon Project (RRP) started in 1996 as a nonprofit with the hopes of building HIV/AIDS
awareness. The organization originally formed in order to address a gap in services and systems
around the HIV/AIDS epidemic. Since then the organization has continuously evolved to address HIV
through a broad look at many of the social determinants of health. For over a decade the RRP has
provided Youth Skills Building classes, free HIV testing, and educational resources to the community.
RRP has also provided connections to financial, medical, and emotional resources for those affected by
HIV.
Over time, the focus evolved to educating youth about HIV/AIDS prevention strategies. Recognizing
the inter-relatedness between HIV, sexually transmitted infections (STIs), and teen pregnancy the RRP
expanded the organizational mission in 2010. Our mission is "We promote healthier lives by
empowering the community to reduce teen pregnancy, HIV/AIDS and other STIs". Through this
mission the RRP impacts youth with powerful programming that inspires self-confidence and healthy
decision-making. The common theme in all of our efforts is the utilization of comprehensive
programming that aligns with best practices that keep kids safe and aware of the consequences of risky
behavior. All of our programs include both character development and life skills development as
cornerstones of prevention.
4. Detailed description of the event or program and explanation of funding needs.
The flagship program of RRP’s work is its Youth Skills Building (YSB) programs. Most recently, this
program has evolved to develop students' skills at decision-making, self-awareness, coping, self-
efficacy, and conducting healthy relatio nships, all of which bring spillover benefits to other youth
issues such as violence and substance abuse prevention. Thus, prevention programming focuses on
celebrating and strengthening existing positive behaviors as well as building resilience and skills to
improve behaviors. The YSB Program takes a positive, holistic approach to social and emotional
development rather than focusing on the negative aspects of engaging in substance abuse and violence.
In addition to skills building, classes teach factual sexual health information ranging from maturation
classes for 5th and 6th graders to the epidemiology of HIV and STIs for an older audience. These classes
fill an important gap for Eagle County youth who, due to budget cuts at Eagle County schools and
parent reluctance to teach these taboo topics, would not receive this education otherwise.
For the past two years, Avon Elementary School (AES) has utilized the YSB program to teach their 5 th
grade students about “Maturation” and “Dignity and Bullying”.
The two classes that AES has utilized from the YSB program are described as follows:
Puberty and Maturation 5-8th grade
Understand the physical, social, and emotional changes that occur during puberty
Dignity (and Bullying) 5-8th grade
Understanding ourselves, respecting others and stopping the cycle of bullying
The meaningful, collaborative relationships the RRP has built with the school district, health and
medical agencies, and youth serving organizations assures the RRP’s comprehensive programming for
youth and compliments and enhances the work of RRP’s partners, yet avoids duplication.
Collaborative relationships provide sustainability to the organization and the work by using resources
efficiently.
5. Explanation of funding needs and amount of funds requested from TOA. Please include when
funds are needed for payment.
Red Ribbon Project is respectively requesting $750 in support of our Youth Skills Building program at
Avon Elementary School. One of RRP’s primary challenges is to manage rapid and significant
increased community utilization of programs with a financial revenue budget that, although growing, is
not growing at a pace that matches community utilization, interest, and need. The RRP is building
strategies that will diversify and stabilize funding streams. With this increase in demand for our
programs, we realize a greater impact on our budget. We work with highly skilled professional
educators, and this increase in funding is used to pay our instructors (hourly rate and mileage). Fund
dispersement would be acceptable on an annual basis or a quarterly basis.
6. Amount of funds requested or provided from other agencies, organizations, companies, etc.
Major Donors/Contributions to Youth Skills Building and RRP's General Operations
Committed: Vail Valley Cares- $5,000, Eagle River Foundation-$1,500, United Way-$3,000, Climax
Community Investment-$3,000, Edwards Rotary-$500, Gallegos Corporation-$500, Alpine Bank-
$1,000, Anschutz Family Foundation-$5,000, Vail Resorts- $2,000, Holy Cross Foundation-$750
Pending: Eagle County School District-$3,500, Wells Fargo-$1,000, Eagle Valley Community Fund-
$3,000
7. Anticipated line item budget for the organization or event. See attachments (Organizational
budget for 2015 and Youth Skills Building Budget for 2015)
8. 2014 final actual profit and loss statement. See attachment
9. Explain how the event or organization benefits the Avon community?
Red Ribbon Project (RRP) is seeking financial support of our Youth Skills Building (YSB) program.
This program has been in existence since the year 2000, and most recently has been enhanced to
include the numerous issues that today's youth are dealing with, such as substance abuse, healthy
relationship building, coping with adversities, and improving communication. The YSB programs'
innovative efforts provide young people with the tools to promote healthy development, realize their
full potential, and make meaningful contributions to their communities. The program fosters emotional
well-being and builds a foundation for healthy decision-making.
Overall, as an organization, RRP realizes the importance of reaching out to young children and teens in
our community in an effort to prevent risky behavior and promote overall healthy, contributing
members of society. The YSB program, RRP's longest running program since 2000, teaches youth to
practice self-efficacy (providing opportunities to practice concrete strategies and refusal skills), develop
self-awareness and acceptance of others. It is our overall goal that Eagle County continues to work as a
community to keep young people safe and help them make better choices. Avon is an important
community within Eagle County with a high population of young Hispanic students. RRP is sensitive
to the needs of all members of the diverse communities and cultures in Eagle County and strives to
reach out and support these young children and adolescents with our Youth Skills Building program.
10. If applicable, explain what marketing efforts will be made for this event or program and how
will it benefit the Town of Avon?
RRP would list Town of Avon as a sponsor on our website, in school newsletters, posts on Facebook, at
networking events, fundraising events, in school district communications, in press releases, in other
non-profit newsletters and at all other opportunities that arise.
11. Include a description of any “in-kind” contributions and related cost that the Town of Avon
provides to your organization, including but not limited to: land, buildings, and their facilities
and/or services.
Red Ribbon Project hosts an annual fundraiser each year. Last year, the Avon Recreation Center
provided us with a punch card. We plan to ask the Avon Recreation Center again for a donation.
12. Please note that no additional materials will be accepted. Do not send newspaper clippings,
letters of support or promotional materials.
Town of Avon Grant Report 2015
RED RIBBON PROJECT
REPORT: If your organization received funding from the Town of Avon in 2015, it is mandatory
that you provide a progress or final report on the funded activity, program and /or event. The
report must include revenues and expenditures, including other outside revenue support. Please
address all conditions stated in the Town of Avon Letter of Agreement you received, which
announced your funding award.
Please see attached for income and expense statement to date for 2015.
Red Ribbon Project (RRP) was a grant recipient of $750 from the Town of Avon in 2015 in support of
our Youth Skills Building (YSB) program at Avon Elementary School (AES). The funds from the
Town of Avon were used to support a 4 hour “Maturation” program with 5th grade students, split by
gender (total of 8 hours of teaching). In addition, a 4 hour “Dignity and Bullying” program was taught
to the same 5th grade students. This equals 12 hours of teaching 5th grade students at AES. There were
41 students in the 5th grade at AES last school year (2014-2015).
The two classes that AES has utilized from the YSB program are described as follows:
Puberty and Maturation 5-8th grade
Understand the physical, social, and emotional changes that occur during puberty
Dignity (and Bullying) 5-8th grade
Understanding ourselves, respecting others and stopping the cycle of bullying
A National Institute of Health study shows that school-based prevention programs reduces
problem behaviors in Fifth-Graders by half. Researchers noted that this study showed that there was a
drop in rates of substance abuse, violence, and early sexual activity. RRP realizes that reaching out to
young people during these early formative years is truly the pivotal age to begin this education.
Therefore, RRP is extremely appreciative of this new partnership with the Town of Avon which enables
us to continue with these important classes in the earlier grades.
The success of the YSB program is measured by implementing surveys to teachers and students
to evaluate student change in knowledge, and how much the program filled a gap in the current school
curriculum, as well as the quality of RRP teaching staff. The pre/post test surveys also evaluate
specific gaps in knowledge. Survey results from teachers help drive our program enhancements. Last
school year, 100% of teachers stated that YSB teachers are effective and deliver quality lessons,
helping their students make better decisions either now or in the future.
When asked what teachers like about the YSB program, here is how they responded:
Here is an unsolicited email from a 5 th grade teacher in response to our Maturation program delivery:
“Thank you Robin and Jerry for your time today. I've always known Red Ribbon Project through
teacher word-of-mouth and the feedback from my own daughter who is now in 8 th grade at ECCA. But
until today, I have not sat through a presentation first-hand. Though I only saw the 5 th grade girls
section, I heard from my son (5th grader) and countless other students and parents only positive
reactions. I can't thank you enough for your tone, grace, and poise in teaching a sensitive topic with
tact and practicality. You answered every question respectfully, managed varied emotions: from silly to
shy to outright scared, and made the two hours fun and enlightening. What a gift that the students in
our valley have to be a part of the Red Ribbon Project. Thank you for being an invaluable resource.”
Specifically, the results below are from 30 randomly selected 5 th grade surveys on the topics that were
delivered to students at AES.
Maturation: Jerry Santoro (taught the 5th grade male students)
Question 1: How much of this was new information that you didn’t know before?
97% of 30 students SOME OF IT
3% of 30 students ALL OF IT
0% of 30 students NONE OF IT
Maturation: Robin Santoro (taught the 5th grade female students)
Question 1: How much of this was new information that you didn’t know before?
94% of 30 students SOME OF IT
6% of 30 students ALL OF IT
0% of 30 students NONE OF IT
Specifically, the results below are from 30 randomly selected 5 th grade surveys.
Bullying and Dignity: Robin Santoro
Question 2: Have you participated in any unhealthy behaviors described in this participation today?
[i.e. have you participated in bullying?]
55% of 30 students YES
45% of 30 students NO
Question 3: If yes [to Question 2], how likely are you to stop as a result of this presentation?
79% of 30 students VERY LIKELY
20% of 30 students UNDECIDED
1 % of 30 students -PROBABLY NOT LIKELY
The Town of Avon is listed on our website as a sponsor. If you have ideas for increased, appropriate
visibility for the Town of Avon as a sponsor of Red Ribbon Project, we would be intere sted in
additional ideas.
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YSB Budget 2015 Budget
INCOME
Vail Resorts ECHO 2,000.00 2,000.00
Eagle County School District 3,500.00 1,800.00
Vail Valley Cares 5,000.00 2,500.00
Wells Fargo 500.00 pending
Gallegos Corporation 500.00 pending
Alpine Bank 1,500.00 1,500.00
United Way 3,000.00 1,500.00
Edwards Rotary 500.00 500.00
Holy Cross Foundation 500.00 750.00
0.00 5,000.00
4,500.00 0.00
Climax Investment Funds 2,000.00 3,000.00
Town of Gypsum 750.00 0.00
Eagle River Foundation 1,500.00 3,000.00
Town of Avon 750.00 750.00
Other YSB Grants 1,000.00 510.00
Sub-total 27,500.00 22,810.00
Expense
YSB Presentations 14,650.00 10,425.00
Mileage/ Travel 2,800.00 1,999.23
Class Prep 2,100.00 2,487.50
Supplies 0.00 1,067.86
Meals 0.00 99.69
Program Management 6,000.00 3,500.00
Program Overhead 1,950.00 1,134.00
Sub-total 27,500.00 20,713.28
Actuals to Date
(July 31, 2015)
additional funds
pending
additional funds
pending
additional funds
pending
Anschutz Family Foundation
Eagle County Community
Grant
It was determined
necessary to update
our materials for
Puberty/Maturation
classes, and this was
not originally in the
budget
2014-2015 School Year Youth Skills Building Budget
INCOME
Vail Valley Cares $5,000.00
Wells Fargo $500.00
Gallegos Corporation $500.00
Eagle River Foundation $1,500.00
Alpine Bank $1,000.00
United Way $3,500.00
Holy Cross Foundation $500.00
Eagle County Community Grant $4,500.00
Vail Resorts ECHO $2,000.00
Eagle County School District $3,000.00
Climax Community Investment $2,000.00
Town of Avon $750.00
Town of Gypsum $750.00
Edwards Rotary $500.00
Other YSB Grants $1,500.00
YSB TOTAL $27,500.00
EXPENSE
SCHOOL PRESENTATIONS
Health Educator Presentations $14,650.00
Mileage $2,100.00
Health Educator Prep $2,800.00
YSB Supplies
Program Management $6,000.00
Program Overhead $1,950.00 Sub-Total $27,500.00
YSB TOTAL $-
2014-2015 School Year Youth Skills Building Budget
INCOME
Vail Valley Cares $5,000.00
Wells Fargo $500.00
Gallegos Corporation $500.00
Eagle River Foundation $1,500.00
Alpine Bank $1,000.00
United Way $3,500.00
Holy Cross Foundation $500.00
Eagle County Community Grant $4,500.00
Vail Resorts ECHO $2,000.00
Eagle County School District $3,000.00
Climax Community Investment $2,000.00
Town of Avon $750.00
Town of Gypsum $750.00
Edwards Rotary $500.00
Other YSB Grants $1,500.00
YSB TOTAL $27,500.00
EXPENSE
SCHOOL PRESENTATIONS
Health Educator Presentations $14,650.00
Mileage $2,100.00
Health Educator Prep $2,800.00
YSB Supplies
Program Management $6,000.00
Program Overhead $1,950.00 Sub-Total $27,500.00
YSB TOTAL $-
2014-2015 School Year Youth Skills Building Budget
INCOME
Vail Valley Cares $5,000.00
Wells Fargo $500.00
Gallegos Corporation $500.00
Eagle River Foundation $1,500.00
Alpine Bank $1,000.00
United Way $3,500.00
Holy Cross Foundation $500.00
Eagle County Community Grant $4,500.00
Vail Resorts ECHO $2,000.00
Eagle County School District $3,000.00
Climax Community Investment $2,000.00
Town of Avon $750.00
Town of Gypsum $750.00
Edwards Rotary $500.00
Other YSB Grants $1,500.00
YSB TOTAL $27,500.00
EXPENSE
SCHOOL PRESENTATIONS
Health Educator Presentations $14,650.00
Mileage $2,100.00
Health Educator Prep $2,800.00
YSB Supplies
Program Management $6,000.00
Program Overhead $1,950.00 Sub-Total $27,500.00
YSB TOTAL $-
Red Ribbon Project BUDGET 2015 2015 DRAFT
PROGRAM INCOME
Youth Skills Building Grants
Vail Valley Cares 5,000.00
Wells Fargo 500.00
Gallegos Corporation 500.00
Eagle River Foundation 1,500.00
Alpine Bank 1,000.00
United Way 3,500.00
Holy Cross Foundation 500.00
Eagle County Community Grant 4,500.00
Vail Resorts Echo 2,000.00
Eagle County School District 3,000.00
Climax Community Investment 2,000.00
Town of Avon 750.00
Town of Gypsum 750.00
Edwards Rotary 500.00
Other YSB Grants 1,500.00
Sub-total 27,500.00
Cuidate! Grants
Temple Hoyne Buell Foundation 10,000.00
Kent Richard Hofmann Foundation 2,500.00
Burt Foundation 1,000.00
ANB Bank 400.00
Eagle River Foundation 1,500.00
Other grants 700.00
Sub-total 16,100.00
First Bank of Vail 500.00
Kent Richard Hoffman Foundation 2,500.00
United Way
Other testing grants 400.00
Sub-total 3,400.00
GENERAL OPERATING
Eagle River Community Fund 3,750.00
CoBiz Cares Foundation 2,500.00
El Pomar
Other G. O. grants 500.00
Sub-total 6,750.00
Total Grants 53,750.00
INDIVIDUAL CONTRIBUTIONS
6,000.00
Appeal letter 5,000.00
Board contributions 2,000.00
Sub-total 13,000.00
FUND DEVELOPMENT
Events 7,000.00
Sponsorships 6,000.00
Sub-total 13,000.00
Miscellaneous donations 1,500.00
Sub-total 1,500.00
In Kind Contributions
St. Mary's/Ryan White (testing) 900.00
HIV Tests ($20 test/160 per yr) 3,000.00
Colorado Mountain College (testing) 280.00
Eagle Care Clinic (testing) 100.00
Colorado Mtn Medical (testing) 50.00
ERYC (YSB) 100.00
Eagle County H & HS (YSB) 350.00
Vail Daily (testing) 4,400.00
Docs On Call (Testing) 470.00
Eagle County Sheriff's Office (YSB) 5,550.00
Tax Prep 200.00
Accounting 1,000.00
Website hosting 300.00
Technology Support 300.00
Condoms Donated 500.00
Sub-total 17,500.00
TOTAL INCOME 98,750.00
Testing Grants
Colorado Gives Day
MISCELLANEOUS INCOME
EXPENSE
PROGRAM EXPENSE
Youth Skills Building
Health Educator Presentations 14,650.00
Health Educator Prep 2,100.00
Mileage 2,800.00
Program Management 6,000.00
Program Overhead 1,950.00
Sub-total 27,500.00
Health Educator Teaching 9,200.00
Health Educator Prep 900.00
Mileage for Educators 800.00
Snacks for Participants 2,600.00
Program Management 2,000.00
Program Overhead 600.00
Sub-total 16,100.00
Testing
HIV Tests 500.00
Testing Lodging/Mileage 100.00
Testing Advertising 1,450.00
Program Management 1,000.00
Program Overhead 350.00
Sub-total 3,400.00
Materials (New Banner, Outreach Materials) 1,500.00
Condom distribution 50.00
Program Management 1,040.00
Program Overhead 250.00
Sub-total 2,840.00
FUND DEVELOPMENT EXPENSE
Events 2,100.00
Appeal 450.00
Grant 100.00
Miscellaneous 20.00
16,000.00
900.00
Sub-total 19,570.00
FINANCIAL SUPPORT 800.00
OVERHEAD EXPENSE
Director
32,550.00
1,000.00
Staff Development 1,000.00
Branding 100.00
Administrative Support 50.00
Telephone 960.00
Advertising (DEX) -
Membership (s) 600.00
Accounting 350.00
Insurance 1,500.00
Website 120.00
Board Development 100.00
Community Relations 200.00
Office Supplies 425.00
Postage 150.00
Printing and Copies 400.00
Mileage 1,500.00
Miscellaneous 125.00
G.O. total expense 41,130.00
Allocation/credit for Dir.'s time (26,040.00)
Allocation/credit for in-direct cost (4,050.00)
Sub-total 11,040.00
In Kind Expense
Testing 9,200.00
Youth Skills Building 6,000.00
Accounting 1,200.00
Website Support 600.00
Condoms Donated 500.00
Sub-total 17,500.00
TOTAL EXPENSE 98,750.00
Income/(Expense) -
Cuidate!
Awareness/Outreach
Program Management
Program Overhead
Salary/Contract Labor
Wellness Benefit
Jan - Dec '14
Ordinary Income/Expense
Income
Grant Income
Youth Skills Bldging Income
YSB Grants 21,525.00
Total Youth Skills Bldging Inc...21,525.00
Cuidate!13,950.00
Testing Income
Testing Grants 3,350.00
Total Testing Income 3,350.00
General Operating 6,349.00
Total Grant Income 45,174.00
Individual Contribtuions
Appeal letter 10,859.31
Board Contributions 929.48
Total Individual Contribtuions 11,788.79
Fund Development
Events 0.00
Other 12,323.00
Total Fund Development 12,323.00
Miscellaneous Income
Condom donations 32.00
Miscellaneous Income 174.89
Interest Income 23.66
Misc. Donations 4,045.88
Total Miscellaneous Income 4,276.43
In Kind Income
In Kind Condoms 100.00
In Kind Website Support 600.00
In Kind Accounting Income 1,200.00
In Kind YSB Income 14,565.00
In Kind Testing Income 9,800.00
Total In Kind Income 26,265.00
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Jan - Dec '14
Total Income 99,827.22
Expense
Education Program
YSB Misc. Expenses 0.00
YSB Mileage/Travel 1,692.65
YSB Presentations
Health Educator Prep 1,890.00
Health Educator Presentatio...13,512.50
YSB Presentations - Other 0.00
Total YSB Presentations 15,402.50
YSB Supplies 869.72
YSB meals 0.00
In-direct allocation 1,800.00
Director Allocation 5,280.00
Total Education Program 25,044.87
Cuidate! Expense
In Direct Allocation 900.00
Cuidate! Health Educator Te...7,675.00
Cuidate! Health Educator Prep 1,087.50
Cuidate! Mileage 1,015.65
Cuidate! Snacks for Participant 2,047.18
Cuidate! Program Management 20.25
Cuidate! Misc. Expenses 36.28
Director Allocation 1,920.00
Total Cuidate! Expense 14,701.86
HIV Testing Program
HIV Tests 585.00
Testing Supplies 14.55
Testing Advertising 543.75
Testing Mileage/Meals 109.00
In-Direct Allocation 600.00
Director Allocation 1,200.00
Total HIV Testing Program 3,052.30
Awareness/Prevention
Director Allocations 800.00
In Direct Allocations 240.00
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Jan - Dec '14
Condoms 640.00
Total Awareness/Prevention 1,680.00
Funding Expense
Director Allocations 8,400.00
In Direct Allocation 1,320.00
Events
WAD 145.51
Events - Other 2,112.61
Total Events 2,258.12
Appeal Expense 477.75
Grant Expense 82.61
Misc. Funding Expense 11.00
Funding Expense - Other 20.09
Total Funding Expense 12,569.57
Financial Support 500.00
General Operating
Insurance 1,236.00
Program Director
Payroll Taxes.1,020.00
Director Allocations -17,600 .00
Program Director - Other 27,271.30
Total Program Director 10,691.30
Staff Development
Mileage 287.35
Conference Fee 425.00
Staff Development - Other 10.00
Total Staff Development 722.35
Administrative Support 98.80
Utilities
Telephone 1,054.05
Total Utilities 1,054.05
Advertising 533.50
Membership 582.00
Accounting 456.02
Wellness Benefit 1,544.00
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Jan - Dec '14
Website 119.40
Community Relations 409.54
Office Supplies 746.02
Postage 123.00
Printing and Copies 440.08
Mileage 1,268.96
Miscellaneous 20.00
Bank Charge 344.44
G.O. Allocation Credit -4,860 .00
Total General Operating 15,529.46
Total Expense 73,078.06
Net Ordinary Income 26,749.16
Other Income/Expense
Other Expense
In Kind Expense
In Kind Condom Expense 100.00
In Kind Website Expense 600.00
In Kind Accounting Expense 1,200.00
In Kind YSB Expense 14,565.00
In Kind Testing Expense 9,800.00
Total In Kind Expense 26,265.00
Total Other Expense 26,265.00
Net Other Income -26,265 .00
Net Income 484.16
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2016 Community Grant Request
&
Town of Avon Grant Review Committee Recommendation
NAME OF ORGANIZATION: Roundup River Ranch
CONTACT: Steve Giangiulio
NON-PROFIT, PROFIT OR OTHER: Non-profit
2015 COMMUNITY GRANT AWARD, IF ANY: N/A
2016 COMMUNITY GRANT REQUEST: $5,000
APPLICANT
REQUEST COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION
Presenting Sponsorship for
Campfire Games Event $5,000 $1,000
Use of Pavilion and Park for
Campfire Games Event
$1,200
In-kind
$1,200
In-kind
COMMITTEE COMMENTS:
• Funding request is made to produce an event to further raise monies for Round Up River
Ranch
• Proposed budget shows that $12,020 will redound to the Ranch from the event; it is not clear
if the Sponsorship revenue line item includes the request Avon for $5,000, but the
Committee assumed this is the case
• The application is based upon the results of the same event, Campfire Games in Denver,
when 190 persons participated and $2,439 was the net profit for the organization; these
results can be interpreted to indicate the projections in Avon may be ambitious considering
the differences in community sizes
• No other agencies have been approached for funding; application indicates that will be done
• Recommendation is based upon the need for other agencies and municipalities to be sponsor
participants; that the projected profit is wonderful but considerably large in relation to the
amount requested from the Town (that is a smaller Town donation, should still result in a
significant gain for the Ranch which will exceed the Denver results
1a.) Roundup River Ranch
1b.) P.O. Box 8589, Avon, CO 81620
1c.) Steve Giangiulio: Development Coordinator
1d.) office: 970.748.9983 x3 cell: 860.712.2721
1e.) steve@roundupriverranch.org
2.) Not Applicable
3.) Mission: Roundup River Ranch (RRR) enriches the lives of children with serious illnesses and their families by offering free,
medically-supported camp programs that provide unforgettable opportunities to discover joy, friendships, and confidence.
Vision: RRR provides free, year-round programs and camp experiences to all children with serious Illnesses and their
families from the extended Rocky Mountain region. Our campers experience the true joys of childhood through old-
fashioned camp fun as they make friends, try new activities and simply be happy, worry-free kids. Parents have the peace of
mind of knowing that our camp is a respectful, safety-conscious, medically-supported place, staffed by incredible
employees, volunteers and renowned medical professionals. We also offer a welcoming place for the entire family to join in
the fun and live in the happiness of the moment. Roundup River Ranch is a positive, long-lasting, life-enhancing experience
for campers, their families, volunteers, staff, and the community. Through camp programs, we help children and families
create a world of possibilities.
RRR is affiliated with a larger network of camps founded by actor and philanthropist Paul Newman, called the SeriousFun
Children’s Network. Each camp is independently managed and financed, and benefits from the network of best practices
and rigorous criteria set by the family of camps. RRR serves children from Colorado and an extended 10 state Rocky Mountain
region.
*tax exempt determination letter is attached at the end of the document*
4.) EVENT: Campfire Games
This day will be a new and unique fundraising event in the Avon community for young professionals and adults alike. While
the goal is to raise money for Roundup River Ranch, it is also to build awareness throughout the towns of Vail, Avon, Eagle,
Edwards, and Gypsum, amongst the young professional community. Campfire Games will bring the joys of camp to the
outside world. At camp, children engage in multiple activities that enable them to kick back, relax and just be worry free kids.
This event will allow young professionals to get back to their roots through participation in numerous “lawn games” as well
as adult version field day games, ultimately ending up with one winning team. Campfire Games appeals to a broad audience
inclusive of young professionals, long-term supporters to the camp, individuals who are part of our Friends of Camp
committee, potential donors, business leaders, volunteers, camper families and friends of RRR, all of whom want to make a
difference in the life of a child at camp, while enjoying a fun morning & afternoon of feeling like a kid again.
By involving key stakeholders, business leaders and donors in a fun afternoon at the park to support RRR, we can share our
stories of how camp provides life-changing experiences for children with serious illnesses that last far beyond their time at
RRR. Through sponsorships, contributions and ticket sales, this unique event will raise money to support the mission and
continued growth of Roundup River Ranch.
This will be a new event for the town of Avon, the Vail Valley, and Eagle County communities. On June 6th, 2015 we hosted
the inaugural Campfire Games Denver, and had a very successful turnout with over 190 participants, volunteers, and
sponsors. Feedback was fantastic, resulting in a profitable event and one that will continue in 2016 and beyond. As a result
of the success in Denver, we have received numerous inquiries locally about replicating the event in the Vail Valley. It is with
that in mind that we are planning to host a Campfire Games Vail Valley in September 2016 in the Town of Avon. The new
Performance Pavilion and Nottingham fields provide the perfect venue for this event.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
Competition Overview:
• Team will be comprised of 4 individuals/team for an entry fee (price TBD).
• Each team will complete in a serious of events (amount of events TBD) and for each win they will receive designated
amount of points.
• Competition will be held similar to an elimination tournament where the “non-winner” of each bracket is eliminated
from winning the championship or first prize in the event. All teams will compete in the first round and the top (x amount
of teams) will move on to the next round, ultimately there will be two teams competing in the final round.
• The final two teams will compete in the Campfire Challenge to declare one Campfire Champion.
Event Details:
• Guests will enjoy free food and both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.
• Team entry fee ($160/team or $40/person *amounts subject to change) will include entrance into the event, food, drinks,
one giveaway ticket, and a take-away item and, of course, a chance to be the winner of the event. An additional
spectator ticket will be available (price TBD).
• To close the ceremonies a live band will take stage and entertain guests. During the entertainment, the winning team
be crowned and prizes presented. The event is anticipated to go from 11:00 am – 6:00 pm (with set up and take down
occurring between 8:00 am and 8:00 pm).
5.) We are humbly requesting from the Town of Avon to be our Presenting Sponsor. Presenting Sponsors come in at the fiscal
amount of $5,000 and with that comes the following; two complimentary teams (includes 8 tickets), recognition on event
invitation, select marketing and even collateral, social media recognition highlighting your commitment to the community
and campers, signage posted at the venue, display of the company banner at the event (company to provide RRR with
banner, printing discount available), opportunity to speak at the Opening or Closing Ceremonies if desired, verbal
recognition during the event at Opening and Closing ceremonies, and option to provide Company Branded item for gift
bags (RRR approved). Down in section #7 you will be able to see our anticipated line item budget where you will see our
estimated expenses. With Campfire Games being a fundraising and awareness event for Roundup River Ranch, our ultimate
goal is to increase knowledge about our organization throughout the communities in which we live and work and also to
raise $20,000 ($15,000 in sponsorships, and the rest coming from Team Sales and individual donations). Mr. Newman had
one huge requirement for all SeriousFun Camps and that was to provide the camp experiences AT NO COST to the families
attending the programs due to the financial stresses a child with a serious illness can have on a family. With your support
and involvement with Campfire Games, together, we can help ensure that Mr. Newman’s dream continues and that Roundup
River Ranch can continue to serve children and their families who need it most.
6.) To date we have not requested funds from any other agency, organization, or company. That being said while we gear
up for the coming year and this event in September 2016, we will be reaching out to many local organizations and companies
requesting their participation and engagement in Campfire Games and Roundup River Ranch. We are a local non-profit to
this valley and we think it’s very important to involve those we work alongside.
7.) Anticipated Event Budget for 2016
Item Estimated REVENUE
Venue + Deposit TBD Item Actuals
Special Events Permit $100.00 Tickets Sales / Teams $6,500.00
Food /Food Trucks $1000.00 Spectator Tickets $500.00
Beverage (non-alcoholic) $0.00 Pay for Points/Mulligans $1,000.00
Alcohol Sponsor $0.00 Sponsorship $10,000
Beer Sponsor $0.00
Plates, Napkins, Silverware $0.00 TOTAL $18,000.00
Rentals $2,500.00
Cost of Games/Materials $1,200.00
Entertainment $500.00
Trophy / Winning Prizes $180.00
Marketing $500.00
TOTAL $5,980.00
8.) Revenue, Expenses, and Totals from Campfire Games in Denver. June 6th, 2015
9.) Roundup River Ranch brings people together. It can be a very isolating time for a child diagnosed with a serious illness.
At Camp we help bring communities together, our campers don’t feel so alone and realize they are a part of something
much bigger. They connect with peers going through similar challenges, they recognize their illness is a part of their beautiful
selves and they own it. Our goal, through Campfire Games, is to also bring the larger Eagle County community together in a
day filled with fun, wonderment, and laughter. Roundup River Ranch encourages our campers to take a step or two out of
their comfort zone to experience something new. Campfire Games would be a new and unique event to the Town of Avon
and we would encourage our participants to do the same as our campers…try something new! With the Avon community
having such an adventurous spirit due to the multitude of activities that are nearly steps away from everyone’s front door,
this event can only help stir that spirt and enhance the community’s sense of adventure. Camp builds a strong sense of
camaraderie as well which Campfire Games certainly promotes through the team based, competitive yet friendly
atmosphere. With Avon being a town that prides itself on its community mindedness and family oriented lifestyle, it is clear
that this event would be a benefit to the Town of Avon. Not only will it bring others from the county to take part in a
community building and friendship fostering event, but also it will highlight the brand that is the Town of Avon: an
adventurous, camaraderie based community, with a giving arm that extends to those who need it most.
10.) Marketing efforts will include the following:
In Person Exposure: Sponsors will have the options for a banner display, Verbal recognition throughout the day, opportunity
to speak from the stage and introduce the event or present the trophies during closing ceremonies. Poster recognition
throughout shops, high traffic areas, restaurants, and hotels, Participant goodie bags (items provided by sponsors will be
placed in the bags).
Media Exposure: Roundup River Ranch will execute a strategic marketing plan to maximize the exposure for Campfire
Games, which will be inclusive of local print advertising, radio promotions and interviews on local television. We are happy
to provide digital copies of press releases, event listings, and other marketing material as requested.
Online PR: Roundup River Ranch will draft language for calendar postings in the Vail Valley, Town of Avon, and Eagle County
areas that included Roundup River Ranch event detail and included links to register for the event on Roundup River Ranch’s
website.
Marketing Impressions through the 2015 Campfire Games Denver:
• Web Traffic – April 1, 2015 – June 6, 2015 for Campfire Games: Denver
Homepage = 6,999 page views; 5,802 unique page views
Campfire Games Webpage = 1,246 page views; 982 unique page views
• http://www.thecampfiregames.com
• Campfire Games Registration page (includes Pay for Points) = 360 page views
www.thecampfiregames.com<http://www.thecampfiregames.com>.
• Social Media Outreach- Facebook
• Roundup River Ranch created a Facebook event for the Campfire Games and, in turn, posted a status about the event
and included a link to the Facebook event for more details. Similarly a post was created that mentioned and tagged all
sponsors involved. This post was boosted to increase its reach.
• Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1559579124301918/
• Promoted post efforts reached 12,096 people and 716 post clicks.
• Print Advertising- Vail Daily
• The event and a sponsor thank you was featured in The Vail Daily to increase awareness of the event in the Vail Valley.
11.) We would love to use the Nottingham Lake Performance Pavilion and Lawn to host Campfire Games. It’s a beautiful and
fantastic space for participants to take part in the event. When looking forward, this event could become a staple for the
Town of Avon and will only add to one of the many exciting events that highlights Nottingham Lake and Town of Avon.
Expenses
Item Actuals
Venue + Depsoit $350.00
Special Events Permit $100.00
Food /Food Trucks $337.00
Beverage (non-alcoholic) $0.00
Alcohol $0.00
Beer (Crazy Mtn Brewery) $0.00
Plates, Napkins, Silverware $0.00
Rentals $1,459.60
Cost of Games/Materials $1,407.00
Trophy / Winning Prizes $180.00
Domain Name (2 years) $28.34
Event Logo $613.00
TOTAL $4,474.94
TOTALS
Total Revenue $11,289.00
Total Expenses $4,474.94
Revenue - Expenses (est Net) $6,814.06
Refundable Deposit to Infinity
Park $100.00
after refund NET Total $6,914.06
2016 Community Grant Request
&
Town of Avon Grant Review Committee Recommendation
NAME OF ORGANIZATION: Small Champions
CONTACT: John Weiss
NON-PROFIT, PROFIT OR OTHER: Non-profit
2015 COMMUNITY GRANT AWARD, IF ANY: $5,600
2016 COMMUNITY GRANT REQUEST: $5,600
APPLICANT
REQUEST COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION
Addition of two (2) new children
to program who reside in Avon $5,600 $5,600
COMMITTEE COMMENTS:
• The Committee has evaluated the number of Avon residents benefited in proportion to the
funding request as an important criteria in funding recommendations
• In the case of Small Championships, only two Avon children will be the beneficiaries of the
agencies services; because of the costs in successfully meeting the special needs child, full
funding is found appropriate
• Efforts recently to improve outreach to minority populations is commendable
• 2014 Profit and Loss Statement shows net income of $55,599
2016 Community Grant Request
&
Town of Avon Grant Review Committee Recommendation
NAME OF ORGANIZATION: Speak Up REACH OUT
CONTACT: Erin Ivie
NON-PROFIT, PROFIT OR OTHER: Non-profit
2015 COMMUNITY GRANT AWARD, IF ANY: $5,000
2016 COMMUNITY GRANT REQUEST: $5,000
APPLICANT
REQUEST COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION
Prevention Training/Materials:
$1,000;
Postvention Events/Materials:
$500;
Advertising
Materials/Marketing: $1000;
Sponsorship of Counseling
Sessions: $500;
Personnel training: $2000
$5,000 $2,500
COMMITTEE COMMENTS:
• Recommendation:
• Program is valley wide, but no funds are requested or received from other
municipalities and the County, which has been the pattern for a number of years
• 2014 Profit and Loss Statement shows net revenue available of $52,943
• In addition to funding, Avon has and can be expected to donate considerable Police
Department staff time to attend monthly coalition meetings an take, when
appropriate, leadership positions; provide meeting space and phone line services
• Award up to $2,500 when matched by another municipality/s and/or the County
2016 Community Grant Request
&
Town of Avon Grant Review Committee Recommendation
NAME OF ORGANIZATION: Speckled-Hound Racing
CONTACT: Cynthia and Carl Bruggeman
NON-PROFIT, PROFIT OR OTHER: For profit
2015 COMMUNITY GRANT AWARD, IF ANY: N/A
2016 COMMUNITY GRANT REQUEST: $5,000
APPLICANT
REQUEST COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION
Advertising/marketing efforts
and event signage for the Avon
Farm to Feet 5K & Half
Marathon
$5,000 $2,000
Police support during race
In-kind
Traffic Control
Officers
$1,000
COMMITTEE COMMENTS:
• Recommendation:
Based on information in the application, the entry fee will be $23.75 for 200 runners;
this seems low for the benefits, including breakfast offered by the organizer
Use of the $5,000 is for advertising and marketing; which is a subsidy of $25/runner;
high subsidy for limited participation;
Race planned in late July in conjunction with Flavors of Colorado, an event which may
not return to Nottingham Park; also high tourist season; prefer an off-season race to
fill lodging
Award $2,500 as seed money to seed the event, if race is moved to a date in the Fall
season, with start, finish and race activities moved to Possibility Plaza, in recognition
of 200 runner plus families projection
2016 Town of Avon Community Grants
Speckled-Hound Racing Application Page 1 of 2
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS & SUBMITTAL GUIDELINES FOR COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS
THE DEADLINE FOR RECEIPT OF THIS APPLICATION IS 5:00 P.M. ON FRIDAY, AUGUST 28, 2015
Application Requirements (Please Do Not Exceed Three Pages):
1.Contact Information:
a.Name of organization: Speckled-Hound Racing
b.Mailing address: P.O. Box 917, Avon, CO 81620
c.Contact person: Cynthia and Carl Bruggeman
d.Telephone number: 970-445-0599; 445-7076
e.Email address: cynthia@speckled-hound.com; carl@speckled-hound.com
2.If your organization received funding from the Town of Avon in 2015, it is mandatory that you
provide a progress or final report on the funded activity, program and /or event. The report
must include revenues and expenditures, including other outside revenue support. Please
address all conditions stated in the Town of Avon Letter of Agreement you received, which
announced your funding award. N/A
3.Description and Purpose of the Organization/Mission Statement (If representing a tax exempt
organization, please provide a copy of the determination letter from the Internal Revenue
Service recognizing your tax‐exempt status under IRS 501(c)(3). If applying under the umbrella
of a 501(c)(3), please provide letter of agreement.) Speckled-Hound Racing is a local event
production company specializing in run/bike events in Eagle County. All S-HR events promote
responsible outdoor recreation "in our backyard" and give back to the community in which
we live. We have not selected our non-profit partner for this event, but would work with
Walking Mountains' sustainable food program and/or local CO Farm Shares/CSAs (Community
Supported Agriculture program) if approved for funding.
4.Detailed description of the event or program and its activities. Identify if this is a new program,
organization or event. We are proposing a NEW half marathon running event to include a
shorter 5K distance during the Taste of Colorado weekend in July: 7/23 or 7/25 tbd. The Avon
Farm to Feet 5K & Half Marathon will take racers from the new concert stage on TOA roads to
the Avon bike path, across Hwy 6 to Westin Gondola and up Beaver Creek trails (going round
the resort) and back down on the bike path to Avon, returning to the concert stage & Flavors of
CO vendor area.
The run will start & finish in Avon, yet access dirt roads and single track trail available in BC for a
scenic road/trail run that avoids Avon roundabouts and minimizes vehicle conflict. A police
officer will be stationed at the Hwy 6 crossing to assist runners at this intersection. All pre &
post-race activities will occur on Town of Avon property with every effort made to engage and
promote Avon businesses, especially restaurants & lodging.
Runners will be treated to a post-race eggs & bacon, true "farm to table breakfast." This will be
unique among CO half marathon events and generate positive word of mouth (no pun
intended) . We will work with Highline on the breakfast and to secure Flavor Dollars for post-
race beer. It is our hope that runners will stay to sample the various Flavors of Colorado
vendors' wares and contribute to the festive atmosphere. Expect 100 to 200 ppl (participants
and spectators) as a direct result of this event.
4.Incomplete or late applications will not be considered.
5.Explanation of funding needs and amount of funds requested from the Town of Avon. Include
when funds are needed for payment. S-H Racing requests $5K to help support advertising/
marketing efforts and event signage. Funds can be paid in full or part 3-4 mos prior to race day.
2016 Town of Avon Community Grants
Speckled-Hound Racing Application Page 2 of 2
5.Explanation of funding needs and amount of funds requested from the Town of Avon. Include when funds are needed for payment. S-H Racing requests $5K with payment in part or full 3-4 mos prior to race day to assist with marketing costs and event signage.
6.Amount of funds requested and/or provided from other agencies, organizations or companies (i.e.
other funding committed). S-H Racing is currently working requesting funds from a Made in the
USA sock company as title sponsor of this event and will seek additional support from running-
related brands once the race is approved and funded.
7.Anticipated line item budget for the organization or event.
TOTAL PROJECTED REVENUE: $12,250
$4,750 Racer Revenue
$5,000 Town of Avon Seed Money
$2,5,00 Secondary Sponsorship
TOTAL PROJECTED EXPENSES: $15,925
$3,500 Advertising & Graphic Design
$4,500 Event Website
$2,200 Event Signage
$2,100 Event Logistics/Aid Station
$450 Permits/Fees/Insurance
$2,675 Racer Experience & Brunch (includes medal, t-shirt, etc.)
$500 Charitable Donation
*A detailed breakout of the above categories availble in spreadsheet format.
$3,675 PROJECTED LOSS YEAR ONE
8.2014 final actual profit and loss statement. N/A
9.Explain how the event or organization benefits the Avon community.
-Adds an endurance running event to the special events calendar.
-Increases attendance at an existing, annual Avon event & will support vendor satisfaction rates.
-Attracts out-of-town athletes who will patronize Avon businesses, driving sales tax revenue.
-These same athletes will be inclined to return to Avon for future outdoor recreation pursuits.
-Offers local residents (full and part-time) a fun & healthy outdoor activity. And an goal/event to
train for! Can give discounts to Avon Rec Ctr members.
-Reminds participants that healthy eating is as important as exercise. Also introduces concept of
humane/sustainable farming and the value to society of community farming.
10.If applicable, explain what marketing efforts will be made for this event or program and how it will
benefit the Town. All marketing efforts will benefit the town by introducing Avon as the host of a
summer running event. Avon does not currently boast a half marathon race and this is an
extremely popular distance among runners and continues to grow in popularity. Event marketing
will include print posters as well as print & digital ads/listings on and in:
-online event calendars
-runnng & outdoor magazines (regional to start)
-local newspapers
-running & outdoor newsletters
11.Include a description of any "in‐kind" contributions and related costs that the Town of Avon provides
to your organization, including but not limited to, land, buildings, and facilities and/or services. S-H
Racing requests Avon provide traffic control officers (TOA police or code enforcement) to assist at
road crossings/intersections as needed during the race.
2016 Community Grant Request
&
Town of Avon Grant Review Committee Recommendation
NAME OF ORGANIZATION: Starting Hearts, Inc.
CONTACT: Alan Himelfarb
NON-PROFIT, PROFIT OR OTHER: Non-profit
2015 COMMUNITY GRANT AWARD, IF ANY: N/A
2016 COMMUNITY GRANT REQUEST: $19,500
COMMITTEE COMMENTS:
• Recommendation:
• County-wide program; no other municipalities or the County have provided funding
or are being solicited
• Profit and Loss Statement shows Net Income of $35,437 (2014)
• Award $4,000 to train a minimum of 500 Avon resident children and/or adults in the
Call.Push.Shock program. Cost to train each participant is $4.00.
• AED purchases are recommended for private fund raising
• Fitness Challenge – Application lacks sufficient detail to provide any funding;
Possibility Plaza can be made available for the proposed 2016 Inaugural Fitness
Challenge, with funding from other sources, full event program developed and dates
which do not conflict with other Town events.
APPLICANT
REQUEST
COMMITTEE
RECOMMENDATION
Call.Push.Shock $4,000 4,000
AED Purchases (3)$7,500 0
Fitness Challenge $8,000 In-kind use of Possibility Plaza*
TOTAL REQUEST $19,500 $4,000
1
Town
of
Avon
Grant
Application
1.
Contact
Information:
Starting
Hearts,
Inc.,
P.O.
Box
2981,
Avon,
CO
81620
Alan
Himelfarb,
Executive
Director
949-‐929-‐5715;
alan@startinghearts.org
2.
Starting
Hearts
did
not
receive
funding
from
the
Town
of
Avon
in
2015.
3.
Description
and
Purpose
of
the
Organization/Mission
Statement
(501C3
Letter
Attached).
Lynn
Blake,
a
Sudden
Cardiac
Arrest
(SCA)
survivor
and
Eagle
County,
Colorado
resident,
established
Starting
Hearts
in
2010.
Blake
was
27
years
old
and
had
no
previous
history
of
cardiovascular
disease
when
she
collapsed
in
Vail
on
Valentine’s
Day
in
2007.
It
was
her
good
fortune
that
bystanders
called
911
and
started
Cardiopulmonary
Resuscitation
(CPR).
Within
minutes,
the
Vail
Fire
Department
and
Eagle
County
Paramedic
Services
used
an
Automated
External
Defibrillator
(AED)
to
deliver
three
shocks
to
her
chest.
Blake’s
doctor
explained
she
was
one
of
the
lucky
few
to
survive
SCA
(roughly
8
percent),
which
strikes
with
little,
or
no
warning.
In
the
aftermath
of
this
life-‐changing
event,
Blake
founded
Starting
Hearts,
whose
purpose
is
to
increase
the
survival
rate
of
SCA
victims
through
multiple
initiatives,
including
but
not
limited
to:
emergency
response
CPR
and
AED
education,
the
strategic
placement
of
AEDs
in
the
public
domain,
location
services
for
available
AED's,
and
a
reverse-‐911
notification
program
for
"Citizen
Heroes"
as
first
responders.
Starting
Hearts’
mission
is
to
save
the
lives
of
Sudden
Cardiac
Arrest
victims
by
improving
community
access
to
essential
medical
care.
Starting
Hearts’
programs
increase
the
number
of
individuals
able
to
confidently
deliver
appropriate
care
to
SCA
victims,
increase
the
effectiveness
of
emergency
response
services,
save
lives,
and
make
our
home
a
healthier
and
safer
community.
4.
Detailed
description
of
the
event
or
program
and
its
activities.
Identify
if
this
is
a
new
program,
organization
or
event.
Starting
Hearts
has
been
an
active
nonprofit
organization
in
the
Vail
Valley
since
2010
and
is
proud
to
make
Avon
its
home.
The
organization
purchased
its
first
training
center
this
year
in
Avon
Center
and
has
been
conducting
classes
since
June.
In
the
past
five
years,
we
have
made
significant
progress
in
increasing
access
to
cardiac
healthcare
and,
in
turn,
increasing
the
survival
rate
of
SCA
victims.
To-‐date,
more
than
7,000
citizens
have
been
trained
and
the
availability
of
AEDs
in
Eagle
County
has
grown
to
over
400
units.
New
funding
will
help
expand
the
following
programs:
Call.Push.ShockTM
(CPS)
delivers
a
free
45-‐minute,
hands-‐on
CPR/AED
skills
training
in
English
and
Spanish
to
quickly
and
effectively
educate
citizens
on
how
to
help
save
lives.
The
class
engages
attendees
in
a
fun
and
educational
atmosphere
with
interactive
video,
AED
trainers,
and
funky
dressed
mannequins
to
quickly
provide
the
essential
knowledge
and
confidence
to
save
a
life.
In
2015,
Starting
Hearts
has
engaged
students
from
age
of
five
to
adults
and
seniors
in
many
local
venues,
including
hotels,
restaurants,
schools,
and
our
super
fun
HeartRodTM
Bus.
Participants
learn
the
causes
and
signs
of
SCA,
the
importance
of
immediately
calling
911,
how
to
perform
hands-‐on
CPR,
and
administer
a
defibrillator.
New
for
2015,
we
have
prepared
and
launched
our
first
Spanish
outreach
program
with
Spanish
language
videos
and
newly
trained
bilingual
instructors.
With
a
large
Hispanic
population
here,
we
will
have
a
positive
impact
as
we
address
the
needs
of
an
underserved
2
segment
in
our
community.
Nearest
AEDTM
and
Neighbor
SaverTM
are
Starting
Hearts'
programs
that
utilize
a
powerful
downloadable
state-‐of-‐the-‐art
mobile
app
and
dispatch
integration
to
enable
citizens
to
quickly
locate
their
nearest
AED
and
respond
to
a
cardiac
arrest.
We
are
one
of
only
200
communities
in
the
nation
with
this
leading
edge
technology,
which
provides
real
time
GPS
data
and
reverse
911
messaging
to
citizen
first
responders.
Administering
an
AED
within
three
minutes
of
SCA
increases
the
chances
of
survival
from
8%
to
as
high
as
80%.
Starting
Hearts
is
proud
to
underwrite
and
provide
this
life-‐saving
technology
to
our
community.
The
2016
Inaugural
Fitness
Challenge
is
a
new
initiative
in
health
and
wellness
to
be
launched
in
the
summer
of
2016.
We
will
engage
1,000
Eagle
County
residents
in
a
variety
of
heart
heath
activities
with
a
major
kickoff
event
at
Possibilities
Plaza
in
Avon.
Participants
will
earn
points
and
win
prizes
in
a
month-‐
log
a
series
of
challenges
in
nutrition,
exercise,
weight
loss,
learning
CPR/AED
use,
and
becoming
citizen
first
responders.
This
challenge
will
draw
national
attention,
help
make
our
community
one
of
the
safest
in
the
nation,
and
will
demonstrate
perfect
alignment
with
the
Town
of
Avon’s
Brand
Platform.
5.
Explanation
of
funding
needs
and
amount
of
funds
requested
from
the
Town
of
Avon.
Starting
Hearts
is
asking
for
a
$19,500
grant
to
fund
the
programs
listed
below.
Call.Push.ShockTM:
$4,000
in
grant
funds
from
the
Town
of
Avon
will
be
used
to
train
400
children
and
adults
in
the
Call.Push.Shock
TM
English
program
and
600
children
and
adults
in
the
Call.Push.Shock
Spanish
program.
The
program
costs
is
$4.00
to
train
each
participant.
Nearest
AEDTM
and
Neighbor
SaverTM:
$7,500
in
grant
funds
will
purchase
3
AED’s
at
$2,500
each
for
placement
in
high
profile,
high
traffic
pubic
locations
in
Avon.
Starting
Hearts
placed
one
new
AED
at
the
new
Avon
Pavilion
so
far
this
year
and
provided
8
AED's
for
the
2015
Alpine
World
Ski
Championships
in
Beaver
Creek.
Public
access
to
these
important
medical
devices
demonstrates
Avon's
deep
commitment
to
the
health
and
wellbeing
of
citizens
and
visitors
alike.
The
2016
Inaugural
Fitness
Challenge:
Funding
of
$8,000
will
position
the
Town
of
Avon
as
the
title
sponsor
for
the
Fitness
Challenge.
The
event
launch
will
be
at
Possibilities
Plaza
in
Avon
and
include
health
and
wellness
vendors
and
an
open
house
for
the
new
Starting
Hearts
training
center
located
at
the
adjacent
Avon
Center.
We
believe
the
Fitness
Challenge
will
become
a
signature
event
for
Avon;
and,
like
GoPro
Games
and
other
notable
sporting
events,
will
become
a
recognized
destination
event
that
attracts
participants
from
the
state
and
the
nation
in
years
to
come.
6.
Amount
of
funds
requested
and/or
provided
from
other
agencies,
organizations
or
companies.
See
Attached
2015
Institutional
Donations
7.
Anticipated
line
item
budget
for
the
organization
or
event.
Please
see
the
Attached
2015/2016
Organizational
Budget.
3
8.
2014
final
actual
profit
and
loss
statement.
Please
see
the
Attached
2014
Profit
and
Loss
Statement.
9.
Explain
how
the
event
or
organization
benefits
the
Avon
community.
Heart
disease
and
Sudden
Cardiac
Arrest
(SCA)
are
the
leading
cause
of
death
in
Colorado,
the
nation,
and
the
world.
The
American
Heart
Association
estimates
that
annually
in
excess
of
360,000
Americans
suffer
SCA
(out
of
hospital
2013
data).
On
average,
Eagle
County
experiences
250
cardiac
related
emergencies
annually.
The
most
important
determinant
of
survival
from
SCA
is
the
presence
of
a
trained
rescuer
willing
to
perform
CPR,
and
the
odds
of
survival
increase
greatly
if
an
AED
is
used
within
the
first
five
minutes.
It
is
estimated
that
only
one-‐third
of
SCA
victims
will
receive
bystander
CPR
and
less
than
5%
will
have
a
defibrillator
applied.
When
a
first
responder
provides
this
important
care,
survival
rates
improve
dramatically,
to
as
high
as
80%.
Starting
Hearts'
programs
build
a
community
network
of
Citizen
Heroes
and
first
responders
that
come
to
each
other’s
aid
quickly
without
relying
solely
on
our
medical
facilities
and
local
emergency
service
organizations.
Call.Push.ShockTM,
Nearest
AEDTM
and
Neighbor
SaverTM
are
powerful,
trademarked
programs,
born
in
Avon
and
destined
to
become
recognizable
initiatives
around
our
nation,
resulting
in
the
saving
of
lives
and
many
more
positive
outcomes.
The
Inaugural
Fitness
Challenge,
to
be
launched
in
Avon,
along
with
these
signature
programs,
align
beautifully
with
the
Town
of
Avon’s
Brand
Platform
and
help
to
position
Avon
as
a
premier
community
in
the
nation,
dedicated
to
the
health
and
wellness
of
its
citizens
and
visitors.
An
increased
number
of
trained
responders,
and
public
access
to
AEDs
makes
the
Town
of
Avon
a
safer
community.
These
improved
life
saving
services
directly
promote
the
desirability
of
Avon
as
a
community
and
tourist
destination,
and
will
help
grow
and
sustain
economic
vitality
of
our
beloved
hometown.
10.
If
applicable,
explain
what
marketing
efforts
will
be
made
for
this
event
or
program
and
how
it
will
benefit
the
Town.
Starting
Hearts
regularly
undertakes
substantial
marketing
campaigns
to
raise
awareness
in
its
programs
and
the
support
of
its
sponsors.
For
example,
we
conducted
major
campaigns
so
far
this
year
in
promoting
our
All
You
Need
Is
Heart
screening
event
in
February,
our
Inaugural
Golf
Tournament
in
June,
our
participation
in
the
Stayin'
Alive
concert
at
the
Vilar
Center
and
the
Evans
Chaffee
Kickball
Tournament
in
July.
Each
campaign
included
TV8,
local
radio
stations
and
major
exposure
in
the
Vail
Daily,
posters,
flyers,
and
email
blasts.
In
every
case,
we
promoted
our
sponsors
for
their
dedicated
support
for
our
mission
to
save
more
lives.
We
will
insure
broad
coverage
for
the
Town
of
Avon
for
support
of
our
programs
and
the
launch
of
our
Fitness
Challenge
in
2016.
11.
Include
a
description
of
any
"in-‐kind"
contributions
and
related
costs
that
the
Town
of
Avon
provides
to
your
organization.
The
Town
of
Avon
does
not
currently
provide
in-‐kind
contributions
to
Starting
Hearts.
Attachments:
IRS
501(c)(3)
2015
Institutional
Donations
2015/2016
Budget
2014
Actual
Profit
and
Loss
Statement
4
SUPPLEMENT
TO
QUESTION
#3
–
501
C3
LETTER
5
SUPPLEMENT
TO
QUESTION
#
6
–
INSITUTIONAL
DONATIONS
2015 Institutional Donations
Through 8/28/2015
Donor Amount
Lattner Foundation 25,000
McGowen Foundation 17,500
Town of Vail 6,000
Eagle River Foundation 5,000
Winmax Foundation 5,000
Eagle County Commissioners 4,000
Whole Foods 2,500
Vail Racquet Club 2,500
Antlers of Vail 2,500
Dorset Charitable Trust 2,500
Brynn Grey X 2,500
Vail Valley Medical Center 2,500
Elkhorn Lodge 2,500
AED Authority 2,000
US Bank 2,000
Sherrill Family Foundation 1,000
Vail Board of Realtors 1,000
United Way of Eagle River Valley 1,000
Office of the DA 5th Circuit 745
Vail Mountain Lodge 500
Slifer Smith 500
88,745
6
SUPPLEMENT
TO
QUESTION
#7
–
2015-‐2016
ORGANIZATIONAL
BUDGET
Starting Hearts, Inc.
A Colorado 501(c)(3) Nonprofit
Budget 2015 - 2016
2015 2016
Budget Budget
Cost of Defibrillators Placed 29,000 36,000
Special Events Costs 32,000 128,000
Program Development and Delivery 18,000 12,000
Call.Push.Shock Spanish 12,000 24,000
Call.Push.Shock English 24,000 24,000
Nearest AED 8,000 8,000
Neighbor Saver 4,000 4,000
Heart Rod Bus 2,000 2,000
Common Area Maintenance 4,500 6,000
IT/Website 3,500 3,000
Accounting 4,000 4,000
Legal 4,000 2,000
Postage & Printing 3,000 3,000
Bank Charges/credit card fees 3,000 2,400
Fundraising 4,800 6,000
Debt repayment 3,000 -
Real estate purchase and remodel 18,000
Insurance 4,000 5,000
Contingency 8,000 8,000
Total Budget $188,800 277,400
7
SUPPLEMENT
TO
QUESTION
#8
–
2014
ACTUAL
PROFIT
AND
LOSS
STATEMENT
Starting Hearts, Inc.
A Colorado 501(c)(3) Nonprofit
2014 Profit and Loss Statement
Revenue
Events 17,633
Government Grants 22,500
Donations 154,617
Training/AED Income 4,753
Total Revenue 199,503
Expenses
Salaries and Professional Fees 42,555
Payroll Taxes 801
Legal 60
Accounting 7,132
Fundraising 7,134
Advertising 17,129
Office Supplies 2,095
IT/Webpage 1,961
Rent 2,074
Travel 331
Conferences 436
Interest 2,788
Depreciation 2,100
Insurance 4,683
Cost of goods sold 44,674
Supplies 2,885
Transportation 1,921
Meals and Entertainment 474
Other expenses 22,833
Total Expenses 164,066
Revenue less Expenses 35,437
2016 Community Grant Request
&
Town of Avon Grant Review Committee Recommendation
NAME OF ORGANIZATION: The America Cup, Inc. World Fly Fishing Championships
CONTACT: John Knight
NON-PROFIT, PROFIT OR OTHER: Non-profit
2015 COMMUNITY GRANT AWARD, IF ANY: $500
2016 COMMUNITY GRANT REQUEST: $1,000
APPLICANT
REQUEST COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION
Advertising for 36th FIPS
Mouche World Fly Fishing
Championship
$1,000 $500
COMMITTEE COMMENTS:
• Avon activities are for practice only; competitions are not in Avon
• Profit and Loss Statement was not provided as requested in the application materials
• Use of Nottingham Lake should be possible, but must wait to see how this will interface if
Cielito Lindo, if on the same dates
The America Cup, Inc. | PO Box 6084, Vail, CO 81658 | 970-376-5703 | www.theamericacup.com
1. Contact Information
a. The America Cup, Inc. World Fly Fishing Championship
b. PO Box 6084, Vail, CO 81658
c. John Knight
d. 970-376-5703
e. jknight@theamericacup.org
2. Progress funding report- This will not be ready until mid-September.
3. The America Cup, Inc. promotes competitive fly fishing at the national and international levels and provides program
and monetary support to Project Healing Waters Fly Fishing. See attached IRS 501(c)(3) letter
4. The 36th FIPS Mouche World Fly Fishing Championship will showcase the beauty of Colorado and our watershed rivers
and lakes while providing an exceptional fly fishing championship to our international attendees. The competitors will be
fishing the Colorado, Eagle and Blue Rivers, Sylvan Lake, Dillon Reservoir at Frisco Bay Marina and Lake Nottingham.
5. Funding needs we are asking from the Town of Avon is $1000.00. These funds will be used directly for advertising the
event. We would like the funds as soon as possible, if approved. In addition, we would like to ask for the use of Lake
Nottingham on September 12th and 13th, 2016 for Official Practice Days for the World Fly Fishing Championship.
6. Funding needs will be asked for from The Town of Vail, Town of Eagle and Town of Gypsum and many local and
Colorado based businesses.
7. One thousand dollars will be used directly for marketing purposes.
8. 2014 profit and loss statement-This will not be ready until mid-September.
9. This event benefits the town of Avon by bringing many extra visitors into town for lodging and shopping at stores
prior to the event and enjoying the beauty of the town and additionally, get to meet and speak with members of the
community.
10. Marketing efforts for the event include magazines and newspapers, both local and national, and social media.
11. At this time the Town of Avon has not provided any “in-kind” contributions. We would like use of Lake Nottingham
on September 12th and 13th, 2016 for the Official Practice Days of the World Fly Fishing Championship.
2016 Community Grant Request
&
Town of Avon Grant Review Committee Recommendation
NAME OF ORGANIZATION: Team Evergreen Cycling – Triple Bypass Bicycle Ride
CONTACT: Jenny Anderson
NON-PROFIT, PROFIT OR OTHER: Non-profit
2015 COMMUNITY GRANT AWARD, IF ANY: $3,000 & $2,500 in-kind
2016 COMMUNITY GRANT REQUEST: $5,000 & $3,000 in-kind
APPLICANT
REQUEST COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION
Triple Bypass Event Sponsorship $5,000 $2,500
In-kind services & equipment $3000 in-kind $2,500 in-kind
COMMITTEE COMMENTS:
• Recommendation:
• Cash Award: $2,500 if the event is identified as a two-day bicycle ride, therefore,
creating room nights in Avon
• In-kind does not need to increase based upon 2015 activity, which is not expected to
change
Team Evergreen Cycling – PO Box 3804 – Evergreen, Colorado 80437
August
26,
2015
Mr.
Preston
Neill
Town
of
Avon
PO
Box
975
Avon,
CO
81620
Dear
Mr.
Neill,
Please
find
attached
a
Request
for
Community
Grants
for
Team
Evergreen
and
the
2016
Triple
Bypass
Bicycle
Ride.
The
Triple
Bypass
just
completed
its
27th
year
of
the
ride.
The
past
9
years,
we
have
finished
in
Nottingham
Park
in
Avon
and
we
would
like
to
continue
a
great
tradition.
The
dates
for
the
Triple
Bypass
are
Saturday
and
Sunday
July
9-‐10,
2016.
We
look
forward
to
working
with
the
Town
of
Avon
and
Danita
again
and
making
the
Triple
another
success.
Now
with
the
beautiful
stage
in
Nottingham
Park,
we
hope
to
take
advantage
of
the
beautiful
backdrop
and
enhancing
the
finish
festivities
for
the
Triple
riders
and
their
families.
Please
don’t
hesitate
to
contact
me
if
you
have
any
questions.
I
can
be
reached
at
720
560-‐2545
and
triple@triplebypass.org
.
Sincerely,
Jenny
Jenny
Anderson
Triple
Bypass
Ride
Director
Team Evergreen Cycling – PO Box 3804 – Evergreen, Colorado 80437
Team
Evergreen/Triple
Bypass
Bicycle
Ride
Request
for
Town
of
Avon
Community
Grants
Contact
Information:
Team
Evergreen
Cycling
Triple
Bypass
Bicycle
Ride
Jenny
Anderson
–
Ride
Director
PO
Box
3804,
Evergreen
CO
80437
Office:
720
560-‐2545
Email:
triple@triplebypass.org
Description
&
Purpose:
The
Triple
Bypass
is
a
RIDE
and
NOT
a
Race.
The
ride
is
a
one-‐day
or
two-‐day
bicycle
ride,
which
begins
in
Evergreen
Colorado
and
ends
in
Nottingham
Park
in
Avon,
Colorado
on
Saturday.
The
Triple
Bypass
is
a
120-‐mile
bicycle
tour
that
travels
over
Squaw
(Juniper)
Pass,
Loveland
Pass
and
Vail
Pass.
Team
Evergreen
Bicycle
Club
has
implemented
a
cap
of
3,500
participants
and
has
sold
out
the
past
7
years.
In
2011,
Team
Evergreen
has
expanded
the
ride
to
Sunday,
the
return
to
Evergreen.
The
Triple
Bypass
starts
in
Avon
and
finishes
in
Evergreen,
Colorado.
The
riders
would
go
across
Vail
Pass,
Loveland
Pass
and
Squaw
(Juniper
Pass).
Team
Evergreen
would
cap
the
Sunday
ride
to
2,500
participants.
IN
the
past,
we
have
had
1,500
–
1,880
registered
riders.
Team
Evergreen
Cycling
is
a
non-‐profit
organization.
Over
$1.6
Million
have
been
donated
to
local
charities
and
towns
from
proceeds
of
the
Triple
Bypass
in
the
past
12
years.
A
majority
of
the
donations
go
to
the
volunteer
groups
that
assist
with
the
Triple
Bypass.
Eagle
County
organizations
that
have
received
donations
from
Team
Evergreen
Cycling
include
–
Borders
to
Borders,
Eagle
Valley
Land
Trust,
Eagle
Valley
Humane
Society,
Vail
Mountain
Rescue
and
Vail
Veterans.
Explanation
of
Funding
Needs:
TE
would
like
to
request
$3000
in
kind
services
and
equipment
to
include:
Traffic
control
from
Riverfront/Avon
Road
to
the
Lake
Street
closure
Barricade
(900
ft)
and
labor
for
set
up
and
tear
down
Zero
Hero
tents
including
containers
and
liners
for
trash,
recycle
and
composting
Gator
and
driver
to
haul
trash,
recycle
and
compost
to
dumpsters
Provide
Avon
10x10
tents
for
finish
line
VMS
Boards
Assistance
in
securing
a
band
for
Saturday
July
9,
from
6-‐8pm
Town
of
Avon
volunteer
in
Triple
Bypass
tent
to
assist
with
local
questions
and
directions
Team Evergreen Cycling – PO Box 3804 – Evergreen, Colorado 80437
Funds
requested
from
Town
of
Avon:
TE
would
like
to
request
$5,000
in
cash.
Only
sponsors
contributing
$3,000
and
higher,
receive
their
full
color
logo
on
the
5,000
Triple
Bypass
official
jerseys.
Payment
due
on
February
1,
2016
prior
to
production
of
the
jerseys.
Funds
requested
from
companies:
Triple
Bypass
has
several
sponsors
that
include:
Epic
Mountain
Gear,
First
Bank,
Primal,
CytoMax,
Muscle
Milk,
Lodo’s
Bar
&
Grill,
St.
Anthony
Hospital
and
several
others.
We
have
not
received
other
funding
from
any
other
agencies.
2014
Triple
Bypass
donated
$160,000
to
local
charities
and
non-‐profits
who
volunteer
for
the
Triple
and
other
bicycle
advocacy
organizations
from
the
proceeds
of
the
Triple.
Triple
Bypass
benefits
the
Avon
community:
• Having
a
nationally
recognized,
120
mile
bike
ride,
finish
in
the
bike-‐friendly
Town
of
Avon
• Over
3,500
registered
riders
for
Saturday.
We
had
900
riders
registered
for
the
Double.
• We
had
33%
of
our
riders
complete
our
survey.
o The
Triple
Bypass
survey
shows
69%
stayed
in
a
hotel
before
or
after
the
ride.
26%
stayed
in
Avon.
o 61%
of
the
riders
rated
Saturdays
finish
Excellent
and
33%
rated
it
Good
o We
asked
how
much
people
spent
on
lodging,
gas,
food
and
other
misc
–
47%
between
$1-‐$200.
27%
between
$201-‐$400.
16%
between
$401-‐$800.
o 69%
of
the
riders
are
from
Colorado.
31%
are
from
out
of
state
o 64%
of
the
riders
recognized
Town
of
Avon
as
a
sponsor
of
the
Triple
o 97%
of
the
riders
thought
the
overall
experience
was
Terrific,
Great
or
Good
• Local
organizations
volunteer
for
the
Triple
and
receive
a
donation:
Eagle
Valley
Land
Trust,
Eagle
Valley
Humane
Society,
Vail
Mountain
Rescue.
Marketing
efforts
–
The
Triple
Bypass
is
a
“bucket
list”
bike
ride
for
cyclists.
Riders
hear
about
the
epic
120
mile
ride
over
the
Rocky
Mountains
and
want
to
complete
the
Triple.
They
wear
their
Triple
jersey
with
pride,
that
they
accomplished
and
conquered
the
Triple
Bypass.
On
all
the
Triple
Bypass
descriptions
and
maps,
Avon
is
listed
as
the
finish
(and
start
for
Sunday).
The
Town
of
Avon
logo
is
on
5,000
jerseys,
official
website,
emails,
posters
and
postcards.
We
have
several
ads
in
the
Vail
Daily
leading
up
to
the
event
and
event
weekend.
Bucket
List
postcards
were
sent
out
to
bicycle
enthusiasts
in
Oregon,
Texas,
Utah
and
Washington.
Recipient
of
2015
Funds
–
Team
Evergreen
and
the
Triple
Bypass
received
$3000
in
cash
and
$2,500
in-‐
kind
funding.
We
received
three
10x10
tents,
barricade,
traffic
control
materials,
Zero
Hero
tents
with
containers
and
liners.
In
2015,
Team
Evergreen
hired
Vail
Honey
Wagon
to
supervise
sustainability
project.
TE
hired
additional
Avon
police
officers
to
assist
with
traffic
control.
2016 Community Grant Request
&
Town of Avon Grant Review Committee Recommendation
NAME OF ORGANIZATION: Vail Leadership Institute
CONTACT: Ross Iverson
NON-PROFIT, PROFIT OR OTHER: Non-profit
2015 COMMUNITY GRANT AWARD, IF ANY: $27,500
2016 COMMUNITY GRANT REQUEST: $47,500
APPLICANT
REQUEST COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION
Business Development - Total $17,500
Scholarships – 3 to Avon
approved applicants 10,000 $7,500
Monthly Rent Occupancy
Subsidy $7,500 Up to $7,500
Entrepreneur Event $30,000 $0
TOTAL REQUEST $47,500 $15,000
COMMITTEE COMMENTS:
• Recommendation:
• Award $7,500 to fund three (3) scholarships with condition that applicants be
approved by the Town of Avon in writing prior to enrollment
• Award up to $7,500 for the continued support of the BaseCamp facility based upon
actual occupancy records; pay quarterly
• No funding for Entrepreneur Events; application is not well-defined on programs or
benefits; appears discounts and other sponsorship funding should be able to reach
balanced budget
• Profit and Loss Statement not provided as required in application materials; Income
Tax Form shows net loss of $16,247
P.O. Box 7210 Avon, CO 81620 | 970-926-7800 | VailLeadership.org
1. Contact Information: Name of organization & mailing address, contact person, telephone, number,
email address
Vail Leadership Institute - PO Box 7210 Avon, CO 81620
Ross Iverson (970)-315-2675, ross@vailleadership.org
2. Status of 2015 Funding:
Three funding conditions in addition to this update were placed on the $27,500 of funding the Institute
received in 2015. Please find updates on the three conditions below.
• $7,500 of funds to support Base Camp operations with equal value ($7,500) being made
available towards scholarships for town employee’s leadership development within existing
VLI programs.
The Town has received vouchers for 20 tickets per Applied Leadership Series event in 2015. At $65
per ticket for 6 events, the value of this to the Town is $7,800. The Institute also extended a Round
Table seat in one of the Government Leadership RoundTable’s with a value of $1,750. The total
value to the Town in 2015 for leadership opportunities has been $9,550.
• $10,000 of the funds are in support of new business recruitment and attracting businesses to
Avon with the stipulation that the businesses receiving scholarship are mutually agreed upon
between the Town and VLI
In January of 2015 we selected 4 scholarships for potential business opportunity for Avon. Dave
Bomard – Owner of Bishop Bindings, Justin Carter – Owner of Avon Sticker Co., Lindsey Staypay –
Director of Northwest Economic Development, SBDC, Paul Prevatali – High Gear Cyclery. All of
these firms have great potential to grow their business in Avon, or bring business relocation to the
Town.
• $10,000 in funds is contingent upon an outdoor tech based company securing office space in
Avon, include but not limited to office rental in the VLI Base Camp.
Between May-July of 2015, the Institute has worked with an experienced tech entrepreneur to assist
in the launch the Valley’s first multi million dollar tech based App company. Currently this firm has
decided to set up operations at the VLI BaseCamp with a staff of 5, with the intent to grow to 12
before the end of the year. The success of a venture like this will change the “story” for the Town in
their ability to attract other “real” high growth tech firms.
3. Description & Purpose of the Organization. If representing a tax exempt organization, please
provide a copy of the determination letter from the Internal Revenue Service recognizing your tax-‐‑
exempt status under IRS 501(c)(3). If applying under the umbrella of a 501(c)(3), please provide letter
of agreement.
The Vail Leadership Institute is a 501c3, and exists to develop values based leaders who produce higher
levels of results by leading with purpose. The Institute is striving to provide the Vail Valley key learning
opportunities and tactical economic development programs that will advance the community over a 30 year
period. Foundational programming, along with events, enhance the intellectual offerings and attract a highly
educated work force for the future growth of the Town of Avon.
Town of Avon
2016 Grant Request
P.O. Box 7210 Avon, CO 81620 | 970-926-7800 | VailLeadership.org
4. Detailed description of the event or program and explanation of funding needs. Include if this is a
new program, organization or event.
#1 Business Development in the Town of Avon
The Vail Leadership Institute has become a key asset to the Town of Avon through the opening the
BaseCamp co-working facility. Phase 2 of the BaseCamp facility will open in the fall of 2015 and will provide
future housing for up to 65 companies/entrepreneurs, and triple the impact of the space.
The Institute is requesting the continued support of $7,500 for the BaseCamp facility in 2016. These funds
will ensure we can continue to provide the resources and rent subsidies to start up companies.
In addition to the facility subsidy, the Institute is requesting (4) scholarships to be used strategically that are
focused on moving/growing businesses in Avon. These scholarships would cover 50% of the tuition to an
Executive Level RoundTable for one year. Executive RoundTable members of the Institute are some of the
highest performing firms in the Valley. Total Scholarship request amount is $10,000.
#2 Destination Entrepreneur Event
The annual Entrepreneurship event (name TBD) will be three days (Tues/Thurs) of educational workshops,
targeted networking, and speeches. The theme of the event is starting/relocating, managing, and growing a
business in an independent mountain community like Avon. It will target entrepreneurs, likeminded nonprofit
organizations, and investors interested in injecting capital into the heartbeat of our economy, the small
business.
In addition to our core programming we will also hold an ‘Elevator Pitch’ competition for young innovators
currently in high school (public, private, or homeschooled) to stretch their entrepreneurial muscles and learn
from those who came before them with complimentary access to all of the programming we will offer. We
expect to host 200 entrepreneurs from (or interested in relocating to) Avon and other independent mountain
communities in the region such as Steamboat Springs and Telluride. In addition we aim to get 10-15 high
school students to enter our Elevator Pitch Competition and will also have programming on the third day for
carefully selected investors interested in injecting capital into these types of communities.
Some of the event programming will include:
• Keynote speech by a well known entrepreneur that will be open to the public held at the Avon
Performance Pavilion
• Discussion panels on a variety of related topics featuring experts from both the local community and
brought in from outside to be held in the Westin conference rooms.
• Hands on workshops for aspiring entrepreneurs, existing businesses, and nonprofit organizations to
be held at the Walking Mountains Science Center and the Town of Avon Library.
• Targeted networking events held in local restaurants during lunch where participants will be
strategically placed together in order to foster B2B relationships and intermountain collaboration.
• Elevator Pitch Competition for high school students which will include a pitch workshop, optional one
on one mentoring, and the competition itself (open to the public) to be judged by actual angel
investors and venture capitalists.
• Coordinated meetings between the most promising entrepreneurs and investors/mentors to assist in
establishing long-term relationships.
P.O. Box 7210 Avon, CO 81620 | 970-926-7800 | VailLeadership.org
5. Explanation of funding needs and amount of funds requested from Avon.
#1 Business Development: $125,000 total funding needed. $17,500 requested from Avon.
#2 Entrepreneur Event: $120,000. $30,000 requested from Avon.
6. Amount of funds requested and/or provided from other agencies, organizations, companies (i.e.
other funding committed).
#1 Business Development in the Town of Avon:
Vail Resorts: $15,000. Private donors: $75,000. CMC Foundation: $15,000
#2 Entrepreneur Event:
$30,000 from the Town of Avon, $60,000 from event ticket sales, and $30,000 from private sponsors to be
determined. We are also expecting to receive discounted rates from the Westin for participants and for the
conference rooms. Tickets will have various tiers ranging from $250-$500, and will have a discounted option
for local businesses wishing to participate.
7. Anticipated line item budget for the organization or event.
#1 Business Development in the Town of Avon: BaseCamp Facility
Revenue Budget Annual Monthly 70% Occupancy
Hoffmann Scholarships $30,000 $2,500
Average Monthly Rent $90,000 $7,500 $63,000
Total Revenue $120,000 $10,000
Total Expenses $75,000 $6,250
Monthly Net
-$1,000
Annual Net
-$12,000
#2 Entrepreneur Event Budget:
Marketing $2,000
Event Space $30,000
Food $25,000
Speakers $30,000
Staffing $10,000
Scholarships $10,000
Misc./Contingency $13,000
Sub Total Event Budget $120,000
8. 2014 final actual profit and loss statement.
(View Attached)
9. How the event or organization benefits the Avon community? Please provide details.
#1 Business Develop in the Town of Avon:
As the Town looks to become the business epicenter of the Valley and attract many unique and successful
entrepreneurs to Avon, the Institute continues to serve a key role in connecting this community. The
RoundTable programs held at BaseCamp held organizations help to produce better business results, but
more importantly the leaders in this program have some level of management responsibility for nearly 1,500
workers in the Valley. You can see the ripple effect of this community asset in business relocation, business
building, and business performance.
P.O. Box 7210 Avon, CO 81620 | 970-926-7800 | VailLeadership.org
#2 Entrepreneur Event:
This event will benefit the Avon community in three distinct ways. It will provide an immediate economic
benefit during the month of October, which is typically a slow month for local establishments. It will provide a
long-term economic benefit by assisting in the creation of new businesses in Avon, growing existing
businesses in Avon, and relocating businesses from other communities to Avon. The event will also add
global credibility to the reputation of the Town of Avon as an entrepreneurial community.
10. If applicable, what marketing efforts will be made for this event or program and how will it benefit
the Town. Please see detailed description of funding requests since most of this request is based on
marketing the area.
#2 Entrepreneur Event:
Marketing for this event will take three forms, referrals from partner organizations (Mountain Coworking
Alliance, Telluride Venture Accelerator, etc), direct marketing to specific businesses, and traditional adbased
marketing in print and on social media. These three forms of marketing will all include the Town of Avon’s
logo prominently displayed, reminding viewers of the entrepreneurial spirit that exists here.
11. Include a description of any "in-‐‑kind" contributions and related costs that the Town of Avon
provides to your organization, including but not limited to: land, buildings, and their facilities and/or
services.
#2 Entrepreneur Event: Requesting the use of the Pavilion deck twice during the event
2016 Community Grant Request
&
Town of Avon Grant Review Committee Recommendation
NAME OF ORGANIZATION: Vail Valley Charitable Fund
CONTACT: Michelle Maloney
NON-PROFIT, PROFIT OR OTHER: Non-profit
2015 COMMUNITY GRANT AWARD, IF ANY: $3,000 & $500 in-kind
2016 COMMUNITY GRANT REQUEST: $2,500 cash & $500 in-kind
APPLICANT
REQUEST COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION
Support of Sprint Triathlon $2,500
$2,000
In-kind for Equipment Use $500
$500
TOTAL REQUEST $3,000
$2,500
COMMITTEE COMMENTS:
• Race is used as a fundraiser for non-profit’s mission; funded for past nine years; event has
reached profitability
• Assume 2014 Profit and Loss shows total net income of $87,508; $12,501 for the race
• Cash funding is reduced in recognition of event’s ability to raise larger net funds for its
programs
6:37 AM
08/28/15
Cash Basis
Vail Valley Charitable Fund, Inc.
BEC TRI Profit & Loss
January through December 2014
Ordinary Income/Expense
Income
Corporate Contributions 5,300.00
Event Contributions 4,725.00
Event Contributions Fee 6,875.00
Private Contributions
Silent Auction 3,481.00
Private Contributions - Other 150.00
Total Private Contributions 3,631.00
Total Income 20,531.00
Cost of Goods Sold
Event Expenses
Outside Services 2,434.59
Security 1,344.42
Prizes 905.00
Site Fee 145.84
Event Expenses - Other 3,070.48
Total Event Expenses 7,900.33
Total COGS 7,900.33
Gross Profit 12,630.67
Expense
Marketing 116.25
Meals & Entertainment 13.17
Total Expense 129.42
Net Ordinary Income 12,501.25
Net Income 12,501.25
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08/28/15
Cash Basis
Vail Valley Charitable Fund, Inc.
BEC TRI -Preliminary- Profit & Loss
January 1 through August 28, 2015
( Please note: all Corporate Sponsorship and Silent Auction income is not yet received or posted )
Ordinary Income/Expense
Income
Corporate Contributions 3,900.00
Event Contributions 1,000.00
Event Contributions Fee 4,550.00
Private Contributions
Direct Aid 100.00
Silent Auction 2,914.00
Private Contributions - Other 1,000.00
Total Private Contributions 4,014.00
Total Income 13,464.00
Cost of Goods Sold
Event Expenses
Outside Services 1,000.00
Security 758.80
Event Expenses - Other 1,778.31
Total Event Expenses 3,537.11
Total COGS 3,537.11
Gross Profit 9,926.89
Expense
Advertising 125.00
Meals & Entertainment 80.81
Total Expense 205.81
Net Ordinary Income 9,721.08
Net Income 9,721.08
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6:41 AM
08/28/15
Cash Basis
Vail Valley Charitable Fund, Inc.
BEC TRI -Preliminary- Profit & Loss
January 1 through August 28, 2015
( Please note: all Corporate Sponsorship and Silent Auction income is not yet received or posted )
Ordinary Income/Expense
Income
Corporate Contributions 3,900.00
Event Contributions 1,000.00
Event Contributions Fee 4,550.00
Private Contributions
Direct Aid 100.00
Silent Auction 2,914.00
Private Contributions - Other 1,000.00
Total Private Contributions 4,014.00
Total Income 13,464.00
Cost of Goods Sold
Event Expenses
Outside Services 1,000.00
Security 758.80
Event Expenses - Other 1,778.31
Total Event Expenses 3,537.11
Total COGS 3,537.11
Gross Profit 9,926.89
Expense
Advertising 125.00
Meals & Entertainment 80.81
Total Expense 205.81
Net Ordinary Income 9,721.08
Net Income 9,721.08
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2016 Community Grant Request
&
Town of Avon Grant Review Committee Recommendation
NAME OF ORGANIZATION: Vail Valley Foundation
CONTACT: Mike Imhof
NON-PROFIT, PROFIT OR OTHER: Non-profit
2015 COMMUNITY GRANT AWARD, IF ANY: $40,000
2016 COMMUNITY GRANT REQUEST: $50,000
APPLICANT
REQUEST COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION
Men’s FIS Alpine Ski World Cup
(Birds of Prey)
$50,000 $40,000
$10,000 for Avon Event
In-kind Avon Transit Support TBD TBD
TOTAL REQUEST $50,000 $50,000
COMMITTEE COMMENTS:
• Recommendation:
• Award $40,000 in cash
• Award an additional $10,000, if an event during the Birds of Prey weekend takes
place at Possibility Plaza, to be approved by the Town Manager
• Provide in-kind transit service commensurate with past years; value to be determined
• Profit and Loss Statement not provided, as required in application
SPONSORSHIP GRANT PROPOSAL
PRESENTED TO
TOWN OF AVON
Attn:
Preston Neill
Executive Assistant to the Town Manager
Town of Avon
P.O. Box 975
Avon, CO 81620
2016 FIS ALPINE BIRDS OF PREY MEN’S SKI WORLD CUP
Presented by:
1. Contact Information: Name of organization & mailing address, Contact person, telephone
number, email address
a. Vail Valley Foundation
PO Box 309, Vail, CO 81658
b. Contact: Mike Imhof, SVP, Sales & Development
970.777.2015
mimhof@vvf.org
2. Description & Purpose of the organization.
a. The Vail Valley Foundation is a non-profit IRS 501 (c)(3) corporation. Our Mission is
to enhance and sustain the quality of life in Eagle County through leadership and
excellence in Arts, Education and Athletics. Enhancing Lives. Enriching Community.
3. Description of the event or program and explanation of funding needs.
Vail Valley Foundation is requesting financial support for the Birds of Prey event.
Birds of Prey is an annual International Alpine Ski Racing World Cup held on Beaver
Creek Mountain where over twenty (20) countries showcase their top athletes going
head to head in Alpine disciplines; Downhill, Super G and GS to name a few. Birds
of Prey is widely recognized and arguably the most technically demanding
racecourse in the world.
a. Facts and Figures:
i. On-site Audience Reach: 22,000+ over 3 days
ii. Affluent – Avg. HHI of $175k, 20% HHI $250k +
iii. 60/40 Male/Female Gender Split, Lead Active Lives, Median Age: 35
iv. Majority Of On Site Audience & NBC Viewership Originates From Colroado
and Top 20 US DMAs
v. Domestic TV coverage – 1 Hour NBC Coverage + 2 hours Programming on
NBC Sports Network plus approximately 3 hours live coverage on Universal
Sports. Multiple Re-Airs during the 2016-2017 winter seasons. International
TV will yield live coverage of the world feed with conservatively 100 million
viewers outside the USA.
vi. General Media – Twelve (12) nations broadcast the races live. Six (6) nations
delay broadcast the races, fourteen (14) nations will do a magazine
broadcast and seven (7) nations provide news feed.
vii. VVF (organizer) and our business partner USSA will each provide robust
local, in state (Front Range) and national print, radio and web based
marketing campaigns promoting the event.
viii. Vibrant, energized environment throughout entire community during men’s
races.
ix. Approximately 3 million public relations impressions in local, regional,
national and international media outlets.
x. Approximately 2,000 digital impressions in the Enthuse Audi Birds of Prey
Mobile app.
xi. 207 accredited members of the national and international media
representing 100 different media outlets including: Associated Press,
Denver Post, New York Times, Outside Magazine, Ski Magazine, Reuters,
CBS, NBC, and ABC.
4. Amount of funds requested from the Town of Avon.
a. Vail Valley Foundation respectfully requests $50,000 in financial support from the
Town of Avon for the Men’s FIS Alpine Ski World Cup in December of 2016.
5. Amount of funds requested and/or provided from other agencies, organizations,
companies (i.e. other funding committed).
a. The Vail Foundation will secure corporate sponsorship funding, in addition to the
Town of Avon grant request, from Domestic and International Corporations through
sponsorship investment, Local (Eagle County) Businesses and Corporations for
community and special contributor sponsorship investment, United States Ski &
Snowboard Association, Vail Resorts, Town of Vail, Beaver Creek Resort and The
Beaver Creek Resort Company. Across all the above listed entities (including Town
Of Avon), we are seeking approximately $5.4 million in cash and in-kind support.
The Town of Avon request of $50,000 is less than 1% of the total 2016 World Cup
expense budget.
6. Anticipated budget for the organization or event.
a. Total Revenues - $5,400,000
b. Total Expenses - $5,400,000
c. Net Contribution - $0.00
7. How the event or organization benefits the Avon community, please provide details.
a. In addition to the value described in Section 3 above, Town of Avon shall receive:
i. Tangible value through increased retail sales.
ii. Increased lodging bookings surrounding dates of event.
iii. Increased restaurant and bar business.
iv. Increased visibility of Avon through general traffic flow in, around and
through Avon.
v. Silver level VIP tickets for Town of Avon Council and or Staff to attend the
Event. VIP tickets shall be 1 ticket per day for each TOA council member
plus 4 tickets per day to be used by TOA staff.
vi. VIP Gift Bags for Town of Avon Council. 1 VIP gift for each TOA council
member plus 4 VIP gifts for TOA staff.
vii. Increased tax revenues.
8. If applicable, what marketing efforts will be made for this event or program and how will
it benefit the Town.
a. Town of Avon recognition in Vail Valley Foundation Audi Birds of Prey Digital
Program –2,864 downloads/views.
b. Town of Avon recognition in all official event creative and signage.
c. Town of Avon Recognition in all Audi Birds of Prey print advertising: 3,046,000
impressions.
d. Town of Avon logo inclusion and recognition in all Vail Valley Foundation press
releases, marketing, advertising and promotional endeavors specific to Birds of Prey
including but not limited to: local, state and regional, print, radio, web and where
appropriate, PA mentions during the athletic events and on local TV.
e. Along with the larger Vail Valley (Eagle County) Community, Avon will receive
exposure and value through the domestic and international media channels who
will be broadcasting not only the core highlights of the athletic events but vignettes
and general bios on our larger community.
f. Town of Avon shall be listed on the partner page for the Audi Birds of Prey and Vail
Valley Foundation website.
9. The Town may request a progress report on the event or organization prior to its
implementation and final report once the event is completed.
a. The Vail Valley Foundation shall be available to The Town of Avon at any time to
answer any questions, provide further information and investment justification. The
Vail Valley Foundation shall provide the Town of Avon a detailed Stakeholder report
post event (within 45 days of event completion) covering all aspects of the media
value and economic benefit of the event.
10. Include a description of any "in-kind" contributions and related cost that the Town of
Avon provides to your organization, including but not limited to: land, buildings, and their
facilities and/or services.
Vail Valley Foundation requests the following “in-kind” contributions for Birds of Prey
2016:
a. Town of Avon Bus support to begin approximately on December 1 and
conclude on December 15, 2016.
2016 Community Grant Request
&
Town of Avon Grant Review Committee Recommendation
NAME OF ORGANIZATION: Vail Valley Partnership
CONTACT: Chris Romer
NON-PROFIT, PROFIT OR OTHER: Non-profit
2015 COMMUNITY GRANT AWARD, IF ANY: $15,000
2016 COMMUNITY GRANT REQUEST: $20,000
APPLICANT
REQUEST COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION
Regional Economic &
Community Development
Support
$6,500 $6,500
Group Sales & Destination
Marketing Support $13,500 $8,500
TOTAL REQUEST $20,000
$15,000
COMMITTEE COMMENTS:
• Recommendation:
• Application misstates 2015 award as $20,000; it was $15,000
• Award $15,000 as in 2015; no significant service increases identified
• Condition the award that business outreach in Avon be increased
• 2014 Audit shows end-of-year net assets of $14,467
PO
Box
1130,
Vail,
CO
81658
VailValleyPartnership.com
VailValleyMeansBusiness.com
Visitvailvalley.com
VailonSale.com
Town of Avon
c/o Virginia Egger, Town Manager
1 Lake Street / PO Box 975
Avon, CO 81620
Dear Virginia and Avon Town Council members,
Vail Valley Partnership (VVP) & Vail Valley Economic Development (VVED) contribute to the
strength and vitality of our communities through our programing and business support services. We
seek to build strong partnerships and create lasting value in our communities by developing and
coordinating programs that address key community needs and enhance the economic vitality of the
Vail Valley and the individual communities within the valley.
We continue to encourage activities and to provide programming and services that promote
community development. Our programmatic activities include, but not limited to; economic
development, educational offerings, business services, tourism promotion, and facilitating continued
community collaboration. These programs positively impact the business community through
information, costs savings, and business resources.
We rely on public and private support to initiate and continue this programming, and thank you for
the opportunity to present a funding request as part of your 2016 funding cycle and annual budget.
Please accept the following as our funding outline for Vail Valley Partnership & Vail Valley
Economic Development.
Our Vision & Mission
The vision of Vail Valley Partnership is to develop
and enhance the economic vitality of the Vail Valley.
Aligned with this, the mission of Vail Valley
Economic Development is to promote the long-term
economic health of Eagle County and solidify an
economic base that is strong, diverse, and resilient.
Together, we’re focused on building and sustaining a
business-friendly community that is welcoming,
supportive and appreciative of the businesses that
make our legendary quality of life possible.
Vail Valley Economic Development is here to
promote the long-term economic health of Eagle
County. We’re here to bridge the gap between
business and government and ensure that both
businesses and government partners are connected
with the resources needed to succeed.
PO
Box
1130,
Vail,
CO
81658
VailValleyPartnership.com
VailValleyMeansBusiness.com
Visitvailvalley.com
VailonSale.com
2014-15 Progress Report: Key Accomplishments
1. Creation of an Eagle County Business Brand
A community led process resulted in the launch of
Vail Valley Economic Development. The language
of the brand has been communicated to our targets
via a new countywide business development website
at http://vailvalleymeansbusiness.com.
2. Design and Implementation of a Business
Retention & Expansion program (BRE)
SmartBusiness Eagle County is a coordinated
network of communication and action. This is a
formal program that will effectively listen to local
businesses needs and will act on what is heard. Details can be found at
https://vailvalleymeansbusiness.com/about/services/smartbusiness-eagle-county-program/
(program to launch in Q4 2015)
3. Design and Implementation of a ‘Trailing Spouse’ Program
In partnership with the High Country Human Resource Association and Vail Valley
Partnership, MyPartner Career Network (MPCN) makes it easier for local businesses to
recruit and retain great employees by helping find employment, when needed, for spouses or
partners of prospective employees to help their families better integrate into our community.
Details can be found at https://vailvalleymeansbusiness.com/about/services/mypartner-
career-network/
4. Business Services through Vail Valley Economic Development
Key YTD business results:
• 47 business inquires serviced
• Two business relocations to the Vail Valley from out of state, resulting in year-round,
full time professional level jobs with associated benefits.
• One business referred to the Northwest Loan Fund, enabling business to launch
operations in Eagle County.
5. Launch of Local Insite Commercial Property Tool
All Eagle County commercial property listings available within the Vail Multi-List Service
are now available on the VailValleyMeansBusiness.com site. This was made possible
through collaboration with Vail Board of Realtors. The tool allows visitors to visit
www.vailvalleymeansbusiness.com to find up-to-date local area data and demographics
information, general community and local area information and available commercial
properties (both buildings and sites) all in one place. The tool helps us more effectively
showcase available commercial properties to those who are actively looking at business and
entrepreneurship opportunities in Eagle County.
PO
Box
1130,
Vail,
CO
81658
VailValleyPartnership.com
VailValleyMeansBusiness.com
Visitvailvalley.com
VailonSale.com
6. Implementation of Economic Development Leadership Council
The Economic Development Leadership Council is a volunteer group of 26 geographically
diverse business leaders from various industries who help formulate key policies and
strategic goals and who steward the economic development effort in the Vail Valley.
7. Hosted Broadband Workshop
37 participants representing 27 organizations attended our Broadband Workshop (hosted with
Northwest Colorado Council of Governments) to share their experiences with local services.
The session identified cooperative demand aggregation as a potential route to further network
deployment, and has seeded the idea with several major users. We are now able to aggregate
service provider and area “power users” service challenges and facilitate necessary contacts
between industry and users.
8. Vail Valley Partnership named finalist for “Chamber of
the Year”
VVP was recognized by the Association of Chamber of
Commerce Executives as a “Chamber of the Year” finalist.
The award recognizes chambers for their work leading
businesses and communities as well as excellence in
operations, member services, and community leadership.
9. Roll-out of inclusive business listings on VisitVailValley.com and
VailValleyPartnership.com
VVP is offering complimentary business listing to all businesses within the Vail Valley. This
service will list all participating businesses on VailValleyPartnership.com and
VisitVailValley.com – providing a comprehensive list of businesses within the valley for
visitors, prospective businesses, and locals.
10. Comprehensive Valley Wide Calendar of Events
VVP offers complimentary event listings in our event calendar on VisitVailValley.com
(events targeting leisure visitors) and VailValleyPartnership.com (events targeting the local
audience). This service allows event producers to upload their events to the appropriate
calendar to reach a wider audience and to supply users with a comprehensive list of events
throughout the valley.
11. Co-hosted Eagle County Schools/Vail Valley Rotary Clubs/Vail Valley Partnership
Career Fair for high school students and Co-Hosting Winter Job Fair with
Colorado Workforce Center & Colorado Mountain College.
The Partnership coordinated all business participants for the annual high school career fair,
which had over 500 student participants and over 100 Vail Valley business and non-profit
organizations represented. We are also working with the Colorado Workforce & Colorado
Mountain College to host a winter job fair in November.
PO
Box
1130,
Vail,
CO
81658
VailValleyPartnership.com
VailValleyMeansBusiness.com
Visitvailvalley.com
VailonSale.com
Economic Development
The Eagle County Economic Development plan was
approved and adopted by the Board of County
Commissioners in December 2013. Vail Valley
Partnership leads countywide implementation of this
plan in partnership with Eagle County Government,
local municipalities, and special districts, providing a
public/private bridge to better service business needs
and encourage local economic vitality.
To promote the long-term economic health of Eagle
County and solidify an economic base that is strong,
diverse, and resilient our communities must:
1. Retain and expand current businesses and;
2. Recruit new businesses.
The plan targets 6 Core Objectives to position Eagle
County’s economy for long-term success and to
achieve local area Economic Health. The six core objectives are:
Goal 1:
Build a Business-Friendly
Eagle County
Goal 2:
Create and Market an Eagle
County Business Brand
Goal 3:
Retain, Grow & Recruit
Businesses
Goal 4:
Protect our Natural
Environment
Goal 5:
Expand Opportunities in our
Leading Sectors
Goal 6:
Provide Support for a Quality
Workforce
Funding support from Eagle County, individual municipalities, unincorporated communities, and the
business community contributes significantly to our programming and community efforts to pursue
these goals on behalf of Eagle County stakeholders.
PO
Box
1130,
Vail,
CO
81658
VailValleyPartnership.com
VailValleyMeansBusiness.com
Visitvailvalley.com
VailonSale.com
We provide the following resources and tools to the business community, our municipalities, and
prospective businesses looking to start a business in the Vail Valley.
The Eagle County Economic Development Plan is intentionally collaborative in nature and is
designed to supplement and support (not replace) municipal level economic development efforts,
providing a tie to countywide, regional and state-level activities.
Our regional and state-wide focused efforts include a variety of community programming and
ensures local representation at, and active participation in, various regional and state-‐‑wide forums
including the Northwest Colorado Council of Governments economic development district, Colorado
Rural Workforce Consortium, Colorado Office of Economic Development & International Trade,
Colorado Tourism Office, Tourism Industry Association of Colorado, Colorado Women’s
Foundation, and various regional planning sessions and coalitions.
This participation ensures Eagle County community & business interests are represented in an active
and professional manner and ensures local facilitation and coordination of economic development
efforts and business community support services.
Community Information
Repository
• Provide a single contact
for comprehensive
economic, workforce,
infrastructure, and related
data to support informed
business and community
decision making
• Connect businesses to
nearly all other resources
in the Vail Valley quickly
and easily
Corporate Relations
• Community marketing and
communications
• Business Retention &
Expansion
• Business & Entrepreneurial
support and services
• Business & Entrepreneurial
Recruitment
Community Relations
• Monitor and share the
needs of local employers
with public officials,
regulatory agencies,
educational institutions, and
others to improve the
business environment
• Educate the community
about the importance of
local employers,
businesses, and
entrepreneurs to meeting
other community needs, so
they are appreciated and
supported
PO
Box
1130,
Vail,
CO
81658
VailValleyPartnership.com
VailValleyMeansBusiness.com
Visitvailvalley.com
VailonSale.com
Destination Marketing
The Partnership’s destination sales & marketing efforts
(including group sales, event recruiting and leisure sales)
resulted in an economic impact of $51,000,000 in 2014,
contributing over $3.1M in local and state tax revenues.
VVP is the only regionally focused destination marketing
organization in the valley, working with stakeholders such
as the Colorado Tourism Office to ensure all communities
are represented in state tourism promotion.
A large component of our destination marketing effort is
targeted at recruiting groups, meetings and special events
to the valley. The Partnership’s group sales team actively
promotes our communities and lodging properties to
group meeting planners around the country. We also work
to actively solicit and support event promoters to host
their special events and sporting tournaments in the Vail
Valley.
VVP produces Visit Vail Valley – the Official Visitors
Guide and manages VisitVailValley.com, which
includes robust tourism information and reservation
services for lodging properties in all communities within
the valley. These tools also include a valley-wide
calendar of events, spotlighting events in all local
communities.
A new, enhanced visitor website, VisitVailValley.com,
recently launched which lists all businesses and local
events taking place within the valley.
VVP destination sales & marketing efforts continue to
focus on valley-wide tourism promotion. We help
increase awareness of the Vail Valley throughout the
state, region, and nation benefitting organizations and
businesses in our community.
Key results in 2015 year-to-date through July 31 include distribution of 111 group leads, 30
contracted programs, and over 28,000 active room nights in the lead system. We are also
coordinating efforts to bring the Bundesliga Colorado Cup (two professional German soccer teams)
to the valley in summer 2016, with a variety of community engagement including youth training and
a sponsored foreign exchange student program.
PO
Box
1130,
Vail,
CO
81658
VailValleyPartnership.com
VailValleyMeansBusiness.com
Visitvailvalley.com
VailonSale.com
What’s Next
Work is underway in the following areas:
1. Marketing an Eagle County Business Brand
Brand development for Vail Valley Economic
Development has been completed, and the new
VailValleyMeansBusiness.com website has been
launched with a variety of business resources, programs,
research, and tools. Marketing of the website and
educating the local business community on the tools
available will remain a focus into 2016 and beyond.
2. Refinement and growth of MyPartner Career Network and SmartBusiness Eagle
County programs
These workforce development and business expansion & retention tools have been launched;
business engagement, awareness, and utilization of these programs will be promoted in
conjunction with workforce partners throughout the region. Programs will be refined and
expanded with feedback from stakeholders and businesses will be actively recruited to
participate.
3. Brand and Position the Valley to Facilitate Future Business Recruitment
Once a solid outward facing marketing strategy is developed, we will, for the first time as a
region, have the ability to pursue ‘active’ business recruitment, rather than the passive
recruitment to which we are limited today. This will be determined based on feedback from
various stakeholder groups prior to any active recruitment effort. Regardless, the branding
and positioning of Vail Valley Economic Development and the
VailValleyMeansBusiness.com website allows us to position the valley as a place to do
business.
4. Partnership with Google’s “Let’s Put Our Cities on
the Map” Program
Let’s Put Our Cities on the Map is an initiative to help
local businesses increase their presence online. We’re
working with business owners, city officials, and lovers of
all things local to spread the word about the importance of
getting local business information on Google Search and
Maps. As an Official City Partner, Vail Valley Partnership
is able to help local businesses connect to more customers
by sharing free resources and hosting workshops
using Google materials.
More details on this program are available here:
http://www.usatoday.com/story/money/business/2015/03/25/google-small-
business/70387400/
PO
Box
1130,
Vail,
CO
81658
VailValleyPartnership.com
VailValleyMeansBusiness.com
Visitvailvalley.com
VailonSale.com
5. Partnership with American Express’ “Small
Business Saturday” program
Small Business Saturday is celebrated on the Saturday
after Thanksgiving. This year's Small Business Saturday
is November 28th, 2015. Vail Valley Partnership has
been selected by American Express to be a
“neighborhood champion” for the Vail Valley. We’ll be
visiting all business areas within the valley to distribute
Small Business Saturday promotional materials, and
encouraging the local community to support our
business community. Details are available at
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Small_Business_Saturday
6. Development of Vail Valley Next
Our valley and business community are facing a transitional time as the next generation of
community leaders are stepping forward and many industry leaders are (or will soon be)
stepping back from daily operations and community involvement. Vail Valley Next is a
mentorship program designed to develop emerging Vail Valley leaders by connecting them to
established community leaders.
7. Enhanced Vail Valley Volunteer Connection
A more robust Vail Valley Volunteer Connection, allowing nonprofits to post their volunteer
needs on VVP websites and have their events listed in the valley-wide calendar of events.
The enhanced volunteer connection will help connect visitors to the local needs of the non-
profit community.
PO
Box
1130,
Vail,
CO
81658
VailValleyPartnership.com
VailValleyMeansBusiness.com
Visitvailvalley.com
VailonSale.com
2016 Funding Request Details
The Partnership’s efforts and benefit to the community include three distinct yet connected roles:
• Regional Chamber of Commerce- We work to provide the valley’s businesses with
networking, educational, and collaborative opportunities with the goal of strengthening our
local business community and to advocate for our business community at a regional & state
level.
• Destination Marketing- We work to promote the entire Vail Valley as a year-round
destination to potential in-state, out-of-state and international visitors. We work to attract
groups and meetings from all over the country to the Vail Valley.
• Economic Development- We work to ensure the Vail Valley’s economic health stays strong
for years to come. We work to help existing Vail Valley businesses thrive and recruit new
businesses that have the potential to support our local economy.
Vail Valley Partnership remains committed to collaborating for success of our community and your
support is needed to continue the positive momentum related to economic development efforts and
continued chamber programming that strengthens our business community – resulting in sustainable
businesses, less community and workforce turnover, and a stronger local economy.
Moving forward Vail Valley Partnership and Vail Valley Economic Development will continue to:
• Contribute to positive economic conditions in Eagle County through continued
implementation of the Economic Development Plan - a plan that delivers a network of
community business support resources to retain & grow existing businesses - and an outward
facing marketing strategy to attract additional business development.
• Increase destination tourism via our group, meeting & special event recruiting efforts, leisure
sales efforts, continued collaboration with the EGE Air Alliance to grow flight service to the
Eagle County Regional Airport, and continued collaboration with the Colorado Tourism
Office to promote the entire valley.
• Provide comprehensive economic & demographic research to support data driven decision-
making by public and private stakeholders.
• Build strong relationships between the various segments, both geographic and within key
industries, within the business community and key stakeholders.
• Publish and promote various economic information (research) to stakeholders to assist in data
driven decision-making and to provide data tools to prospecting and growing businesses.
• Provide regional & statewide representation to Eagle County and our business community.
• Facilitate local economic development activities.
Thank you for your support in the amount of $20,000 this year. Funding is requested from Town of
Avon in the amount of $6,500 to support our regional economic and community development
efforts, specifically to assist with the continued implementation of the Economic Development
PO
Box
1130,
Vail,
CO
81658
VailValleyPartnership.com
VailValleyMeansBusiness.com
Visitvailvalley.com
VailonSale.com
Strategic Plan for Eagle County and associated community programming (matching requested
funding of all other municipalities & special districts in the valley) and in the amount of $13,500 to
support our group sales and destination marketing efforts, specifically to ensure the inclusion of
Avon lodging properties and event venues in our valley wide group sales effort. (Total funding
request for the Town of Avon matches the $20,000 received in 2015).
Your financial support helps us continue the efforts and momentum outlined in this request letter and
the (attached) quarterly updates provided to our public supporters. Included with your investment are
Gold Level member benefits in Vail Valley Partnership, valued at $20,885, which we encourage
Town of Avon to actively engage to promote your community (all owned and managed facilities) to
its fullest. Details on member benefits can be found at
https://www.vailvalleypartnership.com/join/becoming-a-member/
Thank you for your consideration,
Chris Romer
President & CEO
Vail Valley Partnership and Vail Valley Economic Development
970.477.4016
cromer@visitvailvalley.com
Avon Community Grant Application Contents:
1. Contact information (page 10)
2. Progress report (page 2 & 3, plus quarterly summaries)
3. Mission Statement/Purpose (page 1)
4. Description (economic development: page 4 & 5; destination marketing/group sales: page 6;
2016 projects: pages 7 & 8)
5. Avon funding request (pages 9 & 10)
6. Funding requested from other agencies (page 11)
7. TBD based on approved funding from all partners
8. 2014 profit & loss (audited financial statements submitted)
9. How this benefits Avon (pages 1-8; all efforts support economic vitality)
10. Avon Review Criteria (page 12)
PO
Box
1130,
Vail,
CO
81658
VailValleyPartnership.com
VailValleyMeansBusiness.com
Visitvailvalley.com
VailonSale.com
2015 Revenue Information: 2016 Funding Requests:
Town of Vail: $600,000 $705,000
Eagle County: $250,000 $225,000
Beaver Creek Resort Company: $105,000 $150,000
Town of Eagle: $5,000 $6,500
Town of Gypsum: $5,000 $6,500
Community of EagleVail: $5,000 $6,500
Edwards Metro District: $5,000 $6,500
Town of Minturn: $2,000 $3,500
Note: Vail, Beaver Creek, & Avon funding requests include dedicated group sales support (four sales
managers & associated travel/trade promotion). Other community requests are economic
development support only.
Other Grant Requirements:
We have met with the Town (economic development director and/or town manager) as outlined in
the 2015 grant request, and shared applicable economic development updates (quarterly reports,
monthly lodging occupancies, etc) with the Town Manager and Events Supervisor as requested.
PO
Box
1130,
Vail,
CO
81658
VailValleyPartnership.com
VailValleyMeansBusiness.com
Visitvailvalley.com
VailonSale.com
Avon Community Grant Program
1. Community and Citizen Benefit (Quality of Life):
• How many people benefit this event/program/organization? Business vitality (economic
vitality) and tourism promotion/group sales benefits all residents in the Valley.
• Does this event/program/organization have the potential to contribute to Avon’s sense of
community? A vibrant business community, and increased lodging occupancies, benefit the
community by increasing destination tourism and discretionary spending.
2. Program Overview & Avon Brand Platform (Established Policies/Priorities):
• Is the event/program/organization supported by the Program Overview and the Avon Brand
Platform? We believe that these efforts are in complete alignment with Avon’s brand
platform.
• Is it associated with one or more of the following priorities: Economic Development; Special
Events? Directly.
• Does this event/program/organization have the potential to expand Avon’s cultural,
recreational, and/or educational offerings? Yes; we are able to keep Avon informed of state
& regional opportunities such as the Creative Arts District and other OEDIT opportunities.
3. Feasibility & Implementation Risk:
• Are there significant obstacles or unknown factors that may prevent the
event/program/organization from being completed? No; we have been doing these programs
for a number of years thanks to our public & private support.
• What happens if the event/program/organization is delayed or denied? Services rendered will
likely decrease as the program support primarily supports staff time.
4. Business Vitality:
• Does this event/program/organization have the potential to benefit Avon’s restaurants, hotels,
and retail establishments and does it promote visitors intent to return? It’s directly aligned
with this as it’s a primary goal of both our economic development and destination tourism
efforts.
• Does this event/program/organization reinforce the Town’s goal of sustained economic
vitality? Yes, through increased lodging occupancies and increased business support services.
5. Partnership with the Town of Avon (programs or organizations only):
• Can or does the program/organization provide programming or other services to the Town of
Avon? Yes; we are very appreciative of our relationship with the Town of Avon and the
increased and improved communications over the past number of years which have led to
events recruited by the VVP including Ride the Rockies. We also work with Avon’s lodging
community to support the DestiMetrics lodging occupancy research and try to keep Avon
informed of regional (Northwest Colorado Council of Governments, Small Business
Development Center, Workforce Center) and state (Colorado Tourism Office, Office of
Economic Development) opportunities.
VAIL VALLEY PARTNERSHIP
(A Colorado Non-Profit Corporation)
Financial Statements
December 31, 2014 and 2013
C O N T E N T S
Independent Auditors’ Report 1
Financial Statements
Statements of Financial Position 2-3
Statements of Activities 4
Statements of Cash Flows 5
Notes to Financial Statements 6-11
Supplementary Information 12
Schedule of Functional Expenses 13
DENVER www.bbbcpa.biz AVON
J. ELBERT BIVINS, IV CPA 1 JONATHAN BUNYAK, CPA
AN ACCOUNTING FIRM FOR COLORADO BUSINESSES
INDEPENDENT AUDITORS’ REPORT
To the Board of Directors of
Vail Valley Partnership
We have audited the accompanying financial statements of Vail Valley Partnership (a Colorado non-profit organization)
which comprise the statement of financial position as of December 31, 2014 and 2013, and the related statements of
activities and cash flows for the years then ended, and the related notes to the financial statements.
Management’s Responsibility for the Financial Statements
Management is responsible for the preparation and fair presentation of these financial statements in accordance with
accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America; this includes the design, implementation, and
maintenance of internal control relevant to the preparation and fair presentation of financial statements that are free from
material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error.
Auditor’s Responsibility
Our responsibility is to express an opinion on these financial statements based on our audit. We conducted our audit in
accordance with auditing standards generally accepted in the United States of America. Those standards require that we
plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material
misstatement.
An audit involves performing procedures to obtain audit evidence about the amounts and disclosures in the financial
statements. The procedures selected depend on the auditor’s judgment, including the assessment of the risks of material
misstatement of the financial statements, whether due to fraud or error. In making those risk assessments, the auditor
considers internal control relevant to the entity’s preparation and fair presentation of the financial statements in order to
design audit procedures that are appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the
effectiveness of the entity’s internal control. Accordingly, we express no such opinion. An audit also includes evaluating
the appropriateness of accounting policies used and the reasonableness of significant accounting estimates made by
management, as well as evaluating the overall presentation of the financial statements.
We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our audit opinion.
Opinion
In our opinion, the financial statements referred to above present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of
Vail Valley Partnership as of December 31, 2014 and 2013, and the changes in its net (deficit) and its cash flows for the
years then ended in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America.
Supplementary Information
Our audit was conducted for the purpose of forming an opinion on the financial statements as a whole. The schedule of
functional expenses is presented for purposes of additional analysis and is not a required part of the financial statements.
Such information is the responsibility of management and was derived from and relates directly to the underlying
accounting and other records used to prepare the financial statements. The information has been subjected to the auditing
procedures applied in the audit of the financial statements and certain additional procedures, including comparing and
reconciling such information directly to the underlying accounting and other records used to prepare the financial
statements or to the financial statements themselves, and other additional procedures in accordance with auditing standards
generally accepted in the United States of America. In our opinion, the information is fairly stated in all material respects in
relation to the financial statements as a whole.
Bivins & Bunyak, CPAs, PLLC May 2, 2014
2014 2013
CURRENT ASSETS
Cash 41,478$ 100,917$
Accounts Receivable 53,527 95,124
Less: Allowance for Doubtful Accounts (10,000) (10,000)
Accounts Receivable - Net 43,527 85,124
Prepaid Expenses 8,175 2,613
Total Current Assets 93,180 188,654
PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT - AT COST
Leasehold Improvements 60,349 60,349
Office Equipment & Technology 165,629 156,028
Vehicle 32,848 32,848
258,826 249,225
Less: Accumulated Depreciation (193,036) (173,630)
Total Property and Equipment - Net 65,790 75,595
OTHER ASSETS
Deposits 16,667 16,667
TOTAL ASSETS 175,637$ 280,916$
VAIL VALLEY PARTNERSHIP
(A Colorado Non-Profit Corporation)
Statements of Financial Position
December 31, 2014 and 2013
ASSETS
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
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2014 2013
CURRENT LIABILITIES
Accounts Payable 32,841$ 19,560$
Accrued Salaries and Benefits Payable 38,802 40,232
Note Payable - Due Within One Year 7,093 6,798
Deferred Revenue 73,132 285,045
Total Current Liabilities 151,868 351,635
LONG-TERM LIABILITIES
Note Payable - Due After One Year 9,302 16,493
Total Liabilities 161,170 368,128
UNRESTRICTED NET ASSETS (DEFICIT)14,467 (87,212)
TOTAL LIABILITIES AND
UNRESTRICTED NET ASSETS (DEFICIT)175,637$ 280,916$
VAIL VALLEY PARTNERSHIP
LIABILITIES AND UNRESTRICTED NET (DEFICIT)
(A Colorado Non-Profit Corporation)
Statements of Financial Position
December 31, 2014 and 2013
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
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2014 2013
SUPPORT, REVENUES, AND GAINS
Central Reservations 178,501$ 170,427$
Group Commissions 43,206 93,443
Partnership Fee Income 73,326 91,489
Dues Income 330,514 371,507
Economic Council 345,000 115,000
Beaver Creek Marketing Contributions 210,000 210,000
Co-ops 7,000 9,030
Local Marketing District Income 301,378 275,200
Lodging Quality Assurance Contributions and Fees 134,800 143,190
Community & Municipal Support 63,750 47,000
Other Income - 2,136
Total Support, Revenues and Gains 1,687,475 1,528,422
EXPENSES
Program Services:
Marketing 62,081 90,285
Partnership 363,115 273,009
Travel & Tourism 612,970 583,316
Total Program Service Expenses 1,038,166 946,610
Management and General Expenses:
Administrative 547,630 548,072
Total Expenses 1,585,796 1,494,682
CHANGE IN UNRESTRICTED NET (DEFICIT)101,679 33,740
UNRESTRICTED NET (DEFICIT) -
BEGINNING OF YEAR (87,212) (120,952)
UNRESTRICTED NET ASSETS 14,467$ (87,212)$
(DEFICIT) - END OF YEAR
VAIL VALLEY PARTNERSHIP
(A Colorado Non-Profit Corporation)
Statements of Activities
For the Years Ended December 31, 2014 and 2013
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
4
2014 2013
CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES:
Change in Net (Deficit) 101,679$ 33,740$
Non-Cash Items Included in Change
in Net Assets (Deficit)
Depreciation Expense 19,406 17,203
(Increase) Decrease In Assets:
Accounts Receivable 41,597 (44,741)
Prepaid Expenses (5,562) (2,613)
Increase (Decrease) in Liabilities:
Accounts Payable 13,281 (26,602)
Accrued Payroll and Payroll Taxes (1,430) 6,271
Deferred Revenue (211,913) 95,113
Net Cash Provided by
Operating Activities (42,942) 78,371
CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES:
Purchase of Property and Equipment (9,601) (8,633)
CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES:
Repayment of Notes Payable - Net (6,896) (6,401)
NET INCREASE (DECREASE) IN CASH (59,439) 63,337
100,917 37,580
41,478$ 100,917$
SUPPLEMENTAL DISCLOSURES:
Interest Paid 659$ 60$
CASH AT END OF YEAR
VAIL VALLEY PARTNERSHIP
(A Colorado Non-Profit Corporation)
Statements of Cash Flows
For the Years Ended December 31, 2014 and 2013
CASH AT BEGINNING OF YEAR
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
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VAIL VALLEY PARTNERSHIP
(A Colorado Non-Profit Corporation)
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
DECEMBER 31, 2014 AND 2013
1 History and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies.
Nature of Operations. Vail Valley Partnership was incorporated in the State of Colorado as a
not-for-profit corporation in 1964, as The Vail Resort Association, Inc. In 2008, the Organization
formally adopted the name “Vail Valley Partnership”.
The mission of the Partnership is to take the leadership role to create and manage collaborative
programs that encourage economic development and result in increased destination tourism in Eagle
County. The Partnership serves the towns of Vail, and Avon, the unincorporated area known as
Beaver Creek, and their surrounding Eagle County communities. The Partnership’s activities include:
Promoting the Vail Valley through all possible media
Promoting group and convention business
Sponsoring the operation of an online system for last minute accommodations
Networking and educational events
Processing inquiries concerning the Vail Valley
Operation of the Lodging Quality Assurance Program
Method of Accounting. The financial statements of the Organization have been prepared using
the accrual basis of accounting whereby income is recorded when earned and expenses as incurred.
Use of Estimates. The preparation of financial statements in conformity with accounting
principles generally accepted in the United States of America requires management to make estimates
and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent
assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and
expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates.
Concentration of Credit Risk. Financial instruments that potentially subject the Organization to
credit risk consist primarily of the following:
Cash. From time to time the Organization may maintain cash balances in excess of the
federally insured limits. Management monitors the soundness of this financial institution and
feels the Organization’s risk is negligible.
Accounts Receivable. The Organization’s receivables are concentrated with business
entities located in Vail Valley and greater Eagle County area. The Organization routinely
analyzes the credit worthiness of its customers as well as the financial stability of the region and
rigorously peruses overdue collections.
Receivables are recorded when invoices are issued. Receivables are written off when they
are determined to be uncollectible. The allowance for doubtful accounts is estimated based on the
Organization’s historical losses, the existing economic conditions in the geographic region, and
the financial stability of its customers. As of December 31, 2014 and 2013, management
estimates that an allowance for doubtful accounts of $10,000 is sufficient to cover any
uncollectible accounts receivable.
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VAIL VALLEY PARTNERSHIP
(A Colorado Non-Profit Corporation)
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
DECEMBER 31, 2014 AND 2013
1 History, and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies. (Cont'd.)
Fair Value of Financial Instruments. The Organization’s financials instruments include cash,
cash equivalents, other current assets, accounts payable and accrued expenses. The fair value of these
financial instruments approximates their carrying amounts because current market indicators and the
short maturity of these instruments.
Capital Assets and Depreciation. Capital assets are defined by the Organization as assets with an
initial cost exceeding $500 and an estimated useful life greater than one year. Property and equipment
are stated at cost. The cost of property and equipment is depreciated on the straight-line method over
the estimated useful lives of the related assets. Leasehold improvements are depreciated over the
shorter of their estimated useful lives or the term of the related lease. Maintenance and repairs are
charged to operations as incurred and major improvements are capitalized.
Income Taxes. The Organization is a non-profit partnership as described in section 501(c)(6) of
the Internal Revenue Code and is thus exempt from federal and state income taxes on income which is
directly related to its organizational purpose.
The Organization can be subjected to routine audits for a period of up to three years from the
time of filling for federal taxes and for a period of up to four years for the state. There are currently no
audits for any tax periods in progress and Management believes the Organization is no longer subject
to tax examination for years prior to December 31, 2011, for federal income taxes and for years prior
to December 31, 2010, for state purposes.
Advertising Expenses. Advertising costs are expensed as they are incurred. Total advertising cost
for the years ended December 31, 2014 and 2013, were $155,871 and $109,283, respectively.
Subsequent Events. In preparing its financial statements, the Organization has evaluated
subsequent events through May 2, 2015, the date the financial statements were available to be issued.
The Board of Directors has not identified any material subsequent events that require reporting or
disclosure.
Support and Revenue. Grants and other contributions of cash and other assets are reported as
temporarily restricted support if they are received with donor stipulations that limit or specify the use
of the donated assets, whether by time period or purpose. When a donor restriction expires, that is,
when a stipulated time restriction ends or the stated purpose restriction is accomplished, temporarily
restricted net assets are reclassified to unrestricted net assets and reported in the Statement of
Activities as net assets released from restrictions. Contributions received with temporary restrictions
that are met in the same reporting period are reported as unrestricted support and increase unrestricted
net assets.
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VAIL VALLEY PARTNERSHIP
(A Colorado Non-Profit Corporation)
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
DECEMBER 31, 2014 AND 2013
1 History, and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies. (Cont'd.)
Support and Revenue. (Cont'd.) Non-monetary donations of goods and services are accepted
and recorded at their fair value when received. Donated services are recorded at their fair value in the
period received, provided that such services either create or enhance non-financial assets or are
considered to be professional services which the Organization would otherwise be required to
purchase. Donated fixed assets are recorded at fair value when received and reflected in these
financial statements as contribution revenue and an addition to fixed assets.
2 Property and Equipment.
A summary of the investment in property and equipment as of December 31, 2014 and 2013, net
of accumulated depreciation, is as follows:
2014 2013
Leasehold Improvements $ 28,666 $ 34,701
Furniture and Equipment 19,447 15,634
Vehicle 16,971 23,541
Software and Website Costs 706 1,719
$ 65,790 $ 75,595
Depreciation expense for the years ended December 31, 2014 and 2013, was $19,406 and
$17,203, respectively.
3 Deferred Revenue.
Revenue from direct sales and membership dues is prorated over the annual period for which it
applies. Accordingly, the direct sales and membership dues which have been received in cash but not
earned are recorded as deferred revenue. Included in current liabilities as of December 31, 2014 and
2013, is $73,132 and $285,045, respectively of direct sales and memberships received but not earned.
Deferred revenue has been classified as current as all direct sales and memberships are expected to be
earned within the next year.
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VAIL VALLEY PARTNERSHIP
(A Colorado Non-Profit Corporation)
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
DECEMBER 31, 2014 AND 2013
4 Note Payable.
2014 2013
Toyota Financial Services (payable in monthly
Installment of $638, including interest at
4.25%, secured by a vehicle; maturing
March of 2017) $ 16,395 $ 23,291
Less: Current Maturities Included in
Current Liabilities 7,093 6,798
Note Payable – Due After One Year $ 9,302 $ 16,493
The following is a schedule of the estimated future maturities of notes payable for the years
ending December 31:
2015 7,093
2016 7,400
2017 1,902
$ 16,395
5 Operating Leases.
The Organization leases office space and office equipment under terms of long-term operating
lease agreements. Total lease expense recorded under these non-cancelable operating leases for the
years ended December 31, 2014 and 2013, was $120,475 for both years. The following is a schedule
of future minimum lease payments due under non-cancelable operating leases for years ending
December 31:
2015 116,525
2016 115,000
2017 129,375
2018 and Thereafter 22,042
$ 382,942
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VAIL VALLEY PARTNERSHIP
(A Colorado Non-Profit Corporation)
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
DECEMBER 31, 2014 AND 2013
6 Retirement Plan.
The Organization has a 401(k) Savings plan which covers all employees who have completed one
year service of at least 1,000 hours. Employees may elect to contribute to the plan and the
Organization can make contributions to the plan at the discretion of the Board of Directors. For the
years ended December 31, 2014 and 2013, the Organization contributed $21,210 and $18,917,
respectively, to the plan.
7 Local Marketing District Agreement.
On November 2, 1999, the Town of Vail’s electorate approved the creation of the Vail Local
Marketing District (the “District”). The District’s purpose is to organize, promote, market, and
manage public events and activities in support of business recruitment, management and
development, and coordinating tourism promotion activities. The District receives a lodging tax of
1.4% on all lodging revenues within the Town of Vail.
Effective January 1, 2001, the District entered into an agreement with the Organization to execute
marketing programs created by the District’s Marketing Advisory Council. On April 1, 2007, the
Organization entered into an agreement that amended the original agreement and terminated
December 31, 2007. The Organization subsequently entered into similar agreements for the years
ended December 31, 2014 and 2013.
The most current agreement required the Organization to assist the District with the following
functions:
Development of a strategic marketing plan and budget
Develop strategic planning and research programs
Develop and monitor evaluation measures for the marketing programs
Integrate all communication efforts to oversee the delivery of primary marketing goals and
objectives set forth by the Marketing Advisory Council
Lead the development and management of all vendor, supplier, and agency efforts to execute
the marketing campaign
Provide professional sales staff to implement the Group Sales Plan
Assist with marketing and coordination services
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VAIL VALLEY PARTNERSHIP
(A Colorado Non-Profit Corporation)
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
DECEMBER 31, 2014 AND 2013
8 Beaver Creek Group Sales.
The Organization entered into an on-going agreement with Beaver Creek Resort Company to
execute marketing programs and direct group sales services.
The most current agreement required the Organization to assist the Beaver Creek Resort Company
with the following functions:
Drive group sales by enhancing awareness of Beaver Creek as a group destination in key
markets
Develop Beaver Creek presence for large groups & association meetings. Drive
group/meeting programs to take advantage of Beaver Creek’s infrastructure
Develop an integrated brand marketing effort with the Beaver Creek marketing team
Increase touch of the brand to targeted group and meeting planners through trade shows &
industry events, National Sales partners and via industry memberships
Work with Beaver Creek/Jen Brown to share group public relations opportunities
Align group sales strategies with Beaver Creek Resort goals & lodging property needs
Focus on groups/programs with target customers to increase intent to return
Develop focused direct sales and marketing efforts to attract targeted group and meeting
business to Beaver Creek
9 Economic Council of Eagle County.
The consolidation of the Economic Council and Vail Valley Partnership was made effective
January 1, 2012. The Executive Director of the Vail Valley Partnership served as Executive Director
of the Economic Council of Eagle County as part of the transition.
The Economic Council of Eagle County structure (research and programming) was co-branded
with the Vail Valley Partnership moving forward, with the Organization using the Economic Council
co-brand for research and relevant educational programming within the community. The Economic
Council of Eagle County remained in place as a legal entity, and all roles/responsibilities were
consolidated into the Vail Valley Partnership.
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SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION
12
Management
& General
Travel &
Marketing Partnership Tourism Adminsitrative Total
Advertising -$ -$ 153,863$ 2,008$ 155,871$
Auto Expense - - - 2,271 2,271
Bank Fees - 216 - 4,171 4,387
Depreciation - - - 19,406 19,406
Dues & Subscriptions - 565 4,320 8,744 13,629
Education - 215 814 13,240 14,269
Insurance - - - 3,549 3,549
Interest - - - 659 659
Meals & Entertianment - 770 289 1,844 2,903
Office Supplies - 3,874 528 25,142 29,544
Payroll Taxes 6,135 19,081 39,533 18,104 82,853
Office Equipment - 280 1,680 25,889 27,849
Professional Fees - 4,842 120 30,409 35,371
Partner Programs - 155,345 5,000 420 160,765
Rent - - - 161,731 161,731
Repairs - - - 3,219 3,219
Salaries & Benefits 55,946 175,184 365,036 188,012 784,178
Travel - 2,443 33,412 7,828 43,683
Website - 300 8,375 30,984 39,659
62,081$ 363,115$ 612,970$ 547,630$ 1,585,796$
VAIL VALLEY PARTNERSHIP
(A Colorado Non-Profit Corporation)
Schedule of Functional Expenses
For the Year Ended December 31, 2014
Program Services
The accompanying notes are an intrgral part of these financial statements.
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PO Box 1130, Vail, CO 81658
www.visitvailvalley.com
Eagle County Economic Development Plan
Quarter 1, 2015 Update
Summary Review
The Eagle County Economic Development plan was approved and adopted by the Board of
County Commissioners in December of 2013. Vail Valley Partnership now leads countywide
implementation of this plan in partnership with Eagle County Government and local
municipalities and special districts providing a public/private bridge to better service business
needs and encourage local economic vitality. Thank you all for your support!
Eagle County Economic Development Plan Background:
To promote the long-term economic health of Eagle County and solidify an economic base that
is strong, diverse, and resilient our communities must:
1. Retain and expand current businesses and;
2. Recruit new businesses.
This plan targets 6 Core Objectives to position Eagle County’s economy for long term success,
and to achieve local area Economic Health.
1. Build a Business Friendly Eagle County
2. Create and Market an Eagle County Business Brand
3. Retain, Grow, and Recruit Businesses
4. Protect our Natural Environment
5. Expand Opportunity in Our Leading Sectors
6. Provide Support for a Quality Workforce
The Eagle County Economic Development Plan defines “Economic Health” as:
o Strong, sustainable growth of individual incomes and sales tax revenues
o Healthy population growth
o Increased business longevity
o Diversification of industry for year-round availability
o Job opportunities with promotional potential
o Viable business opportunities for entrepreneurs
Progress towards these goals will be measured through specific growth targets for Average
Weekly Wages, Average Yearly Earnings per Job, Net New Jobs, Sales Tax Collections,
County Population Growth, Unemployment Rates, and an Economic Stress Score.
The Eagle County Economic Development Plan is intentionally collaborative in nature and is
designed to supplement and support (not replace) municipal level economic development
efforts, providing a tie to countywide, regional and state-level activities.
PO Box 1130, Vail, CO 81658
www.visitvailvalley.com
Quarter 1, 2015: Implementation Overview and Key Accomplishments:
VVP’s economic development programming impacted each core objective of the Eagle County
Economic Development Plan in Q1. We are beginning to see the impacts of our efforts through
increased engagement with community partners and increased business assistance inquiries.
Below are some key highlights across each of the 6 core objectives of this economic
development plan:
1. VVP provided business assistance to 20 businesses looking to launch, expand, or find
the means to stay in business. Direct business inquiries increased 33% over last
quarter. From financing and business retention needs, to relocation and data needs,
Vail Valley Partnership has received high praise from business services clients. We are
beginning to see referrals from past clients, as well as local communities, a sign that our
efforts to Build a Business Friendly Eagle County are on the right path.
2. A significant milestone in the achievement of our goal to Create and Market an Eagle
County Business Brand lies just ahead in the mid-April launch of
vailvalleymeansbusiness.com - a new economic development and business services
website that will be the definitive resource for all things business in Eagle County.
All content work is finished and Vailvalleymeansbusiness.com will be launched in mid-
April after final development and testing is complete. The site will communicate what it’s
like to do business here and what’s incredible (and challenging) about finding success
here. It will house a large business services & data section to help businesses find the
tools and information they need to succeed.
The site will also showcase a significant community partnership between Vail Valley
Partnership & Vail Board of Realtors with the connection of local area commercial
listings to this site through Colorado Insite, a property listing tool made available to
Colorado communities through the Office of Economic Development and International
Trade.
3. On March 12, VVP co-hosted a Broadband Workshop with NWCCOG, drawing 37
participants representing 27 organizations to share their experiences with local services.
The session identified cooperative demand aggregation as a potential route to further
network deployment, and has seeded the idea with several major users. It also
identified a need for improved customer service feedback loops to internet service
providers. Business cases to improve network deployment are weak in low density
communities, so regular and accurate communication of needs is crucial. VVP &
NWCCOG are currently building an online tool to enhance this communication feedback
loop. Quality broadband services are key to retaining, growing and making Eagle
County attractive to new businesses. They’re also crucial in allowing our schools to
provide globally competitive educational services.
PO Box 1130, Vail, CO 81658
www.visitvailvalley.com
4. We’ve stayed true to our commitment to protect our natural environment while promoting
business development activities in the county. Examples this quarter include our
partnership with Walking Mountain Science Center to promote business participation in
the Actively Green 2015 effort, developer advisement on potential environmental
impacts of their proposed local development project, and input on Eagle County’s
Healthy Communities Index among other examples.
5. We continue to engage the local healthcare industry in efforts to better contain health
care costs while looking for new opportunities and revenue streams. Since the start of
the year, we’ve been developing a strong relationship with Kaiser Permanente as they
enter our market, allowing us to candidly share community input and shape their
positioning as they install operations. VVP also publically endorsed the redevelopment
of Vail Valley Medical Center, the second largest employer in the county. We’ve
planned and are hosting a joint discussion on the impacts of the Affordable Care Act with
Kaiser Permanente, VVMC, Delta Dental, Eagle County Public Health and Mountain
State Employer’s Council on April 7. VVP’s group sales team also sourced 30 group
leads for local lodging properties in Q1, reaffirming our commitment to expanding
opportunity in our leading sectors.
6. Vail Valley Partnership distributed the 2015 Workforce Survey on April 2, 2015. The
survey is being promoted to the business community through May 1, and a final report
will be made available on June 17. This survey instrument, along with other activities
allows us to better understand workforce needs and advocate for improvements that
better support a quality workforce.
Vail Valley Partnership also launched the Vail Valley Economic Development Advisory Council
in Q1. This council is made up of 12 public and 15 private participants, representing the
perspectives and interests of 9 key sectors of our economy.
This council serves as a resource and sounding board for the Partnership by providing
advisement to ensure that the work we undertake is relevant to the needs of the business
community and aligned to our mission.
PO Box 1130, Vail, CO 81658
www.visitvailvalley.com
Q1 Activity Highlights:
1. Build a Business-Friendly Eagle County:
a. In Q1, 4 local communities contacted the partnership for economic development
support and technical assistance.
b. In Q1 VVP responded to 20 private business services inquiries – a 33% increase
over last quarter.
c. VVP completed and released all scheduled Q1 economic indicator reports and
data deliverables.
d. The VVP continues to build strong relationships with relevant partners to provide
our communities with proactive economic development positioning.
e. VVP staff holds a board position on the Economic Development Council of
Colorado for 2015-16.
f. VVP is currently conducting a quarterly update of all approved developments in
Eagle County as a resource guide for developers.
2. Create and Market an Eagle County Business Brand
a. The “Mountain Entrepreneur” archetype and the “Business Sherpa” support
model forms the basis of the new Eagle County business brand.
b. Branding findings are incorporated into the design of
vailvalleymeansbusiness.com.
c. Content creation is complete and the website will launch as soon as possible.
d. The new website will carry our primary strategic marketing and business
development messages in 2015 and beyond.
3. Retain, Grow, and Recruit Businesses
a. Consulted with 4 local communities on economic development matters including:
community branding, municipal level strategic economic development planning,
business retention and land development.
b. 20 business services inquiries were handled by VVP in Q1, a 33% increase over
last quarter.
Sample service inquires include:
i. A Town of Eagle business start was connected to an alternative lending
source and is currently awaiting a decision on financing. Signs are
positive.
ii. A software entrepreneur in Town of Eagle is seeking private capital. VPP
introduced the contact to a leading Wall Street venture capitalist.
Discussions are ongoing.
iii. VVP connected an at-risk business in Town of Eagle with two alternative
lending avenues and to Colorado’s leading SBA loan expert to help retain
the business in the community. Discussions are ongoing.
iv. VVP provided a Town of Gypsum business start with local and industry
sector data to support their business plan and positioning to lenders.
v. Etc.
c. Local business support tools are promoted via our monthly “Business Resources”
feature in the VVP e-Newsletter.
PO Box 1130, Vail, CO 81658
www.visitvailvalley.com
4. Protect our Natural Environment
a. Partnered with Walking Mountain Science Center to promote business
participation in Actively Green 2015.
b. Eagle Valley Land Trust holds a seat on the Vail Valley Economic Development
Advisory Board.
c. Provided input on Eagle County’s Healthy Communities Index.
d. Provided input on Eagle County’s 2015 Quality of Life survey design.
e. Advised a local development interest of environmental considerations associated
with proposed development project.
f. Community business brand is largely associated with local quality of life, and the
environment plays the key role this story.
5. Expand Opportunity in our Leading Sectors (Tourism and Recreation, Health &
Wellness, and Creative Industries.
a. Vail Valley Partnership’s Group Sales Team sourced 30 group leads for local
lodging properties in Q1.
b. VVP has brokered an agreement with Vail Board of Realtors to allow the
appearance of all commercial property listings from the Vail Multi-List Service in
Colorado Insite to appear on www.vailvalleymeansbusiness.com as well as at
www.advancecolorado.com.
c. VVP partnered with the Vail Valley Foundation to communicate with the business
community leading up to the 2015 Ski Championships.
d. VVP remains engaged with NWCCOG and Eagle County Public Health to
support increased participation in HealthLinks worksite wellness programming in
Eagle County.
e. VVP and NWCCOG jointly hosted the Eagle County Broadband Workshop on
March 12. 37 people participated, representing 27 local organizations.
Provide Support for a Quality workforce (Affordable Housing, Education, Transportation,
Health)
a. Provided community-level feedback to the Colorado State Demographer’s office
after the demographer presented to community members in December.
b. Provided input on Eagle County’s Healthy Communities Index.
c. Provided input on Eagle County’s 2015 Quality of Life survey design.
d. Partnered with I-70 coalition to encourage local business participation in its
guest-focused travel messaging.
e. A “Business Resources” feature continues to run on a monthly basis in the VVP
f. e-newsletter
Next Steps:
1. Data Releases: 2015 Economic Indicators Report, 2015 Workforce Survey.
2. Launch of economic development website.
3. SmartBusiness Eagle County BRE programming.
4. Trailing Spouse programming.
Please let us know if you have questions on any of the information provided.
PO Box 1130, Vail, CO 81658
www.visitvailvalley.com
Eagle County Economic Development Plan
Quarter 1, 2015 Update
Summary Review
The Eagle County Economic Development plan was approved and adopted by the Board of
County Commissioners in December of 2013. Vail Valley Partnership now leads countywide
implementation of this plan in partnership with Eagle County Government and local
municipalities and special districts providing a public/private bridge to better service business
needs and encourage local economic vitality. Thank you all for your support!
Eagle County Economic Development Plan Background:
To promote the long-term economic health of Eagle County and solidify an economic base that
is strong, diverse, and resilient our communities must:
1. Retain and expand current businesses and;
2. Recruit new businesses.
This plan targets 6 Core Objectives to position Eagle County’s economy for long term success,
and to achieve local area Economic Health.
1. Build a Business Friendly Eagle County
2. Create and Market an Eagle County Business Brand
3. Retain, Grow, and Recruit Businesses
4. Protect our Natural Environment
5. Expand Opportunity in Our Leading Sectors
6. Provide Support for a Quality Workforce
The Eagle County Economic Development Plan defines “Economic Health” as:
o Strong, sustainable growth of individual incomes and sales tax revenues
o Healthy population growth
o Increased business longevity
o Diversification of industry for year-round availability
o Job opportunities with promotional potential
o Viable business opportunities for entrepreneurs
Progress towards these goals will be measured through specific growth targets for Average
Weekly Wages, Average Yearly Earnings per Job, Net New Jobs, Sales Tax Collections,
County Population Growth, Unemployment Rates, and an Economic Stress Score.
The Eagle County Economic Development Plan is intentionally collaborative in nature and is
designed to supplement and support (not replace) municipal level economic development
efforts, providing a tie to countywide, regional and state-level activities.
PO Box 1130, Vail, CO 81658
www.visitvailvalley.com
Quarter 1, 2015: Implementation Overview and Key Accomplishments:
VVP’s economic development programming impacted each core objective of the Eagle County
Economic Development Plan in Q1. We are beginning to see the impacts of our efforts through
increased engagement with community partners and increased business assistance inquiries.
Below are some key highlights across each of the 6 core objectives of this economic
development plan:
1. VVP provided business assistance to 20 businesses looking to launch, expand, or find
the means to stay in business. Direct business inquiries increased 33% over last
quarter. From financing and business retention needs, to relocation and data needs,
Vail Valley Partnership has received high praise from business services clients. We are
beginning to see referrals from past clients, as well as local communities, a sign that our
efforts to Build a Business Friendly Eagle County are on the right path.
2. A significant milestone in the achievement of our goal to Create and Market an Eagle
County Business Brand lies just ahead in the mid-April launch of
vailvalleymeansbusiness.com - a new economic development and business services
website that will be the definitive resource for all things business in Eagle County.
All content work is finished and Vailvalleymeansbusiness.com will be launched in mid-
April after final development and testing is complete. The site will communicate what it’s
like to do business here and what’s incredible (and challenging) about finding success
here. It will house a large business services & data section to help businesses find the
tools and information they need to succeed.
The site will also showcase a significant community partnership between Vail Valley
Partnership & Vail Board of Realtors with the connection of local area commercial
listings to this site through Colorado Insite, a property listing tool made available to
Colorado communities through the Office of Economic Development and International
Trade.
3. On March 12, VVP co-hosted a Broadband Workshop with NWCCOG, drawing 37
participants representing 27 organizations to share their experiences with local services.
The session identified cooperative demand aggregation as a potential route to further
network deployment, and has seeded the idea with several major users. It also
identified a need for improved customer service feedback loops to internet service
providers. Business cases to improve network deployment are weak in low density
communities, so regular and accurate communication of needs is crucial. VVP &
NWCCOG are currently building an online tool to enhance this communication feedback
loop. Quality broadband services are key to retaining, growing and making Eagle
County attractive to new businesses. They’re also crucial in allowing our schools to
provide globally competitive educational services.
PO Box 1130, Vail, CO 81658
www.visitvailvalley.com
4. We’ve stayed true to our commitment to protect our natural environment while promoting
business development activities in the county. Examples this quarter include our
partnership with Walking Mountain Science Center to promote business participation in
the Actively Green 2015 effort, developer advisement on potential environmental
impacts of their proposed local development project, and input on Eagle County’s
Healthy Communities Index among other examples.
5. We continue to engage the local healthcare industry in efforts to better contain health
care costs while looking for new opportunities and revenue streams. Since the start of
the year, we’ve been developing a strong relationship with Kaiser Permanente as they
enter our market, allowing us to candidly share community input and shape their
positioning as they install operations. VVP also publically endorsed the redevelopment
of Vail Valley Medical Center, the second largest employer in the county. We’ve
planned and are hosting a joint discussion on the impacts of the Affordable Care Act with
Kaiser Permanente, VVMC, Delta Dental, Eagle County Public Health and Mountain
State Employer’s Council on April 7. VVP’s group sales team also sourced 30 group
leads for local lodging properties in Q1, reaffirming our commitment to expanding
opportunity in our leading sectors.
6. Vail Valley Partnership distributed the 2015 Workforce Survey on April 2, 2015. The
survey is being promoted to the business community through May 1, and a final report
will be made available on June 17. This survey instrument, along with other activities
allows us to better understand workforce needs and advocate for improvements that
better support a quality workforce.
Vail Valley Partnership also launched the Vail Valley Economic Development Advisory Council
in Q1. This council is made up of 12 public and 15 private participants, representing the
perspectives and interests of 9 key sectors of our economy.
This council serves as a resource and sounding board for the Partnership by providing
advisement to ensure that the work we undertake is relevant to the needs of the business
community and aligned to our mission.
PO Box 1130, Vail, CO 81658
www.visitvailvalley.com
Q1 Activity Highlights:
1. Build a Business-Friendly Eagle County:
a. In Q1, 4 local communities contacted the partnership for economic development
support and technical assistance.
b. In Q1 VVP responded to 20 private business services inquiries – a 33% increase
over last quarter.
c. VVP completed and released all scheduled Q1 economic indicator reports and
data deliverables.
d. The VVP continues to build strong relationships with relevant partners to provide
our communities with proactive economic development positioning.
e. VVP staff holds a board position on the Economic Development Council of
Colorado for 2015-16.
f. VVP is currently conducting a quarterly update of all approved developments in
Eagle County as a resource guide for developers.
2. Create and Market an Eagle County Business Brand
a. The “Mountain Entrepreneur” archetype and the “Business Sherpa” support
model forms the basis of the new Eagle County business brand.
b. Branding findings are incorporated into the design of
vailvalleymeansbusiness.com.
c. Content creation is complete and the website will launch as soon as possible.
d. The new website will carry our primary strategic marketing and business
development messages in 2015 and beyond.
3. Retain, Grow, and Recruit Businesses
a. Consulted with 4 local communities on economic development matters including:
community branding, municipal level strategic economic development planning,
business retention and land development.
b. 20 business services inquiries were handled by VVP in Q1, a 33% increase over
last quarter.
Sample service inquires include:
i. A Town of Eagle business start was connected to an alternative lending
source and is currently awaiting a decision on financing. Signs are
positive.
ii. A software entrepreneur in Town of Eagle is seeking private capital. VPP
introduced the contact to a leading Wall Street venture capitalist.
Discussions are ongoing.
iii. VVP connected an at-risk business in Town of Eagle with two alternative
lending avenues and to Colorado’s leading SBA loan expert to help retain
the business in the community. Discussions are ongoing.
iv. VVP provided a Town of Gypsum business start with local and industry
sector data to support their business plan and positioning to lenders.
v. Etc.
c. Local business support tools are promoted via our monthly “Business Resources”
feature in the VVP e-Newsletter.
PO Box 1130, Vail, CO 81658
www.visitvailvalley.com
4. Protect our Natural Environment
a. Partnered with Walking Mountain Science Center to promote business
participation in Actively Green 2015.
b. Eagle Valley Land Trust holds a seat on the Vail Valley Economic Development
Advisory Board.
c. Provided input on Eagle County’s Healthy Communities Index.
d. Provided input on Eagle County’s 2015 Quality of Life survey design.
e. Advised a local development interest of environmental considerations associated
with proposed development project.
f. Community business brand is largely associated with local quality of life, and the
environment plays the key role this story.
5. Expand Opportunity in our Leading Sectors (Tourism and Recreation, Health &
Wellness, and Creative Industries.
a. Vail Valley Partnership’s Group Sales Team sourced 30 group leads for local
lodging properties in Q1.
b. VVP has brokered an agreement with Vail Board of Realtors to allow the
appearance of all commercial property listings from the Vail Multi-List Service in
Colorado Insite to appear on www.vailvalleymeansbusiness.com as well as at
www.advancecolorado.com.
c. VVP partnered with the Vail Valley Foundation to communicate with the business
community leading up to the 2015 Ski Championships.
d. VVP remains engaged with NWCCOG and Eagle County Public Health to
support increased participation in HealthLinks worksite wellness programming in
Eagle County.
e. VVP and NWCCOG jointly hosted the Eagle County Broadband Workshop on
March 12. 37 people participated, representing 27 local organizations.
Provide Support for a Quality workforce (Affordable Housing, Education, Transportation,
Health)
a. Provided community-level feedback to the Colorado State Demographer’s office
after the demographer presented to community members in December.
b. Provided input on Eagle County’s Healthy Communities Index.
c. Provided input on Eagle County’s 2015 Quality of Life survey design.
d. Partnered with I-70 coalition to encourage local business participation in its
guest-focused travel messaging.
e. A “Business Resources” feature continues to run on a monthly basis in the VVP
f. e-newsletter
Next Steps:
1. Data Releases: 2015 Economic Indicators Report, 2015 Workforce Survey.
2. Launch of economic development website.
3. SmartBusiness Eagle County BRE programming.
4. Trailing Spouse programming.
Please let us know if you have questions on any of the information provided.
PO Box 1130, Vail, CO 81658
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Vail Valley Economic Development
Quarter 2, 2015 Update
Foundational Program Synopsis
The Eagle County Economic Development plan was approved and adopted by the Board of
County Commissioners in December 2013. Vail Valley Partnership now leads countywide
implementation of this plan in partnership with Eagle County Government and local
municipalities and special districts, providing a public/private bridge to better service business
needs and encourage local economic vitality. Thank you all for your support!
Eagle County Economic Development Plan Background:
To promote the long-term economic health of Eagle County and solidify an economic base that
is strong, diverse, and resilient our communities must:
1. Retain and expand current businesses and;
2. Recruit new businesses.
This plan targets 6 Core Objectives to position Eagle County’s economy for long term success
and to achieve local area Economic Health.
1. Build a Business Friendly Eagle County
2. Create and Market an Eagle County Business Brand
3. Retain, Grow, and Recruit Businesses
4. Protect our Natural Environment
5. Expand Opportunity in Our Leading Sectors
6. Provide Support for a Quality Workforce
The Eagle County Economic Development Plan defines “Economic Health” as:
o Strong, sustainable growth of individual incomes and sales tax revenues
o Healthy population growth
o Increased business longevity
o Diversification of industry for year-round availability
o Job opportunities with promotional potential
o Viable business opportunities for entrepreneurs
Progress towards these goals will be measured through specific growth targets for Average
Weekly Wages, Average Yearly Earnings per Job, Net New Jobs, Sales Tax Collections,
County Population Growth, Unemployment Rates, and an Economic Stress Score.
The Eagle County Economic Development Plan is intentionally collaborative in nature and is
designed to supplement and support (not replace) municipal level economic development
efforts, providing a tie to countywide, regional and state-level activities.
PO Box 1130, Vail, CO 81658
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Quarter 2, 2015: Summary Review
This past quarter marked a period of significant progress for Vail Valley Economic
Development’s impact across Eagle County.
VailValleyMeansBusiness.com was launched in May. This website now serves as the official
business services portal for existing and prospective businesses seeking comprehensive
information to support their business operations and help them navigate local communities.
The site carries brand messaging that resonates with the “Mountain Entrepreneur” archetype (of
individuals and businesses) that was identified during our community ethnography research.
The site serves as the first layer in the “Business Sherpa” support model we’re working to
cultivate across Eagle County communities as we work to build a support network for
businesses that is second to none found anywhere in the country.
The site is helping redefine Eagle County as a place that is not only a great place for tourism
and recreation, but also as a place where businesses can find success and effective support
along the way.
We continue to see steady interest in and positive reviews of our business support services.
We assisted 17 businesses this quarter.
Four specific examples that highlight the demand and impact of our services are below:
Relocation assistance for Macro Intelligence 2 Partners, a financial services research
firm from Hoboken, NJ. The company relocated to Vail after months of due diligence
support from VVED, Sonnenalp Real Estate and Vail Leadership Institute. The company
purchased office space and arrived in Vail in late June. In addition to the new dollars
brought into the county through the two principle owners, the firm plans to hire two full-
time professional positions that will pay well-above Eagle County’s average weekly
wage.
VVED successfully referred an entrepreneur in the Town of Eagle to the Northwest Loan
Fund, which later approved an $80,000 loan that enabled the launch of a new business
in Eagle.
VVED helped a company evaluate several potential business locations across Eagle
County. This support helped them find the right fit for their business model and the firm
opened a boutique tourism-based retail store (Young Colors) in Beaver Creek Village in
June.
VVED is currently providing assistance to an Eagle County company that needs to find a
new business location within a constrained time-table, due the requirements of a
municipal special use permit. The associated financing is very challenging and VVED
has connected the firm to a number of traditional and non-traditional financing sources in
an attempt to help the business maintain their operations in the community.
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Q2 Key Accomplishments/Activity Highlights
VailValleyMeansBusiness.com launched on May 12
o Site targets the ‘Mountain Entrepreneur’ archetype, delivers the ‘Business
Sherpa’ brand promise and shares a number of ‘local business success’ stories,
with more to come.
17 business services inquiries were handled by VVED in Q2. Of these:
o 2 businesses relocated to Eagle County
o 2 businesses launched in Eagle County
o 6 cases are still being worked
o 6 requests were successfully resolved and/or referred
o 1 prospective new business start chose to locate in a different market
VVED produced and released all scheduled Q2 economic indicator reports and data
deliverables including:
o Monthly Economic Indicator reports, 2015 Annual Economic Indicators Report
and the 2015 Eagle County Workforce Report.
3 local communities contacted the Vail Valley Partnership for economic development
support and technical assistance.
VVED business development director, Jeremy Rietmann was recognized by the
Economic Development Council of Colorado as their 2014 “Rookie of the Year.”
VVP partnered with Vail Valley Medical Center, Delta Dental, Eagle County Public
Health, Kaiser Permanente, and Mountain States Employer’s Council on April 7th to host
a joint educational session for local businesses on the impacts of the Affordable Care
Act.
Local business support tools are promoted via bi-monthly features in the VVP e-
Newsletter, as well as through other channels including social media, our merchant
alliance partners and word of mouth.
Provided letter of support for ECO Transit’s Tiger Grant VII application to complete the
Vail Valley Trail.
Designed and delivered a strategic planning methodology for Town of Minturn to help
them create their own community-level economic development strategic plan.
Shared county-wide business brand planning process with Edwards Community
Authority to inform their efforts to develop a more specific identity for Edwards.
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Planning of 2015 Vail Valley Business Forum (July 23, 2015) Program will focus on
economic development themes, specifically the role of efficient policy, process and
communication in producing better economic outcomes.
Built new database to house business services support information.
Launch of MyPartner Career Network through a partnership with High Country Human
Resources Association. Learn more at http://bit.ly/1GUQCja.
Developed new “What is Economic Development” 1-pager to help with organizational
communications about our work in the community.
Vail Valley Partnership’s Group Sales Team sourced 51 group leads for local lodging
properties in Q2.
VVP is currently providing community information, introductions and other relocation
support to Kaiser Permanente as they work to enter the local market in the coming year.
VVP is a key partner in Eagle County Public Health and NWCCOG’s “WorkWell
Collaborative,” driving participation in HealthLinks programming in Eagle County.
Hosted quarterly meeting of Vail Valley Economic Development Advisory Council to
gather input on business retention programming effort.
Next Steps:
1. Build-out of SmartBusiness Eagle County BR&E Network
2. Development of BR&E Survey Instrument
3. Vail Valley Business Forum, July 23
4. Housing Affordability Study - Will be available in late August
5. Coordinating community-level feedback on economic development priorities in Eagle
County for delivery to NWCCOG. This information will be sued to update the Region 12
Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) and to improve services from
the Colorado Office of Economic Development & International Trade (OEDIT). The
information will also be used to ensure VVED’s efforts remain aligned to community
needs.
Please let us know if you have questions on any of the information provided.
2016 Community Grant Request
&
Town of Avon Grant Review Committee Recommendation
NAME OF ORGANIZATION: Vail Valley Soccer Club
CONTACT: Kerri Thelen
NON-PROFIT, PROFIT OR OTHER: Non-profit
2015 COMMUNITY GRANT AWARD, IF ANY: In-kind: Use of main and lower athletic fields ($1,240
value)
2016 COMMUNITY GRANT REQUEST: $2,500 & $3,700 in-kind
APPLICANT
REQUEST COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION
Sponsorship of four (4) Avon
soccer players $2,500 $0
Use of Avon upper and lower
field space, striping, goals &
field cleaning
$1,300 in-kind $1,300 in-kind
Two (2) seasons of field use at
the lower Avon field $2,400 in-kind $2,400 in-kind
COMMITTEE COMMENTS:
• Recommendation:
• Award full requested in-kind amount of $3,700
• 2014 Profit and Loss Statement shows net income of $25,223
• No other municipalities or Eagle County appear to be solicited or contributing
• Funding of individual players should be pursued through other
agencies/businesses/governments
Town of Avon Community Grant !
Vail Valley Soccer Club
Physical Address:
331 Metcalf Rd.
Avon, CO 81620 !
Mailing Address:
PO Box 2728
Edwards, CO 81632
970-390-7994
www.vailsoccer.com
Kerri Thelen, Executive Director
director@vailsoccer.com !
Tax Status: Non-Profit (501C-3) Tax ID is 74-2548762
The Vail Valley Soccer Club has been serving Eagle County Youth for the past 21 years.
Currently the club has over 425 players registered. In 2014-2015 the Vail Valley Soccer
club had 6 high school aged teams supporting more than 100 athletes, the highest
number of high school aged teams of any club on the Western Slope. !
Currently, VVSC has 30 team competing in both the Denver Advance League and the
Western Slope League of the Colorado Soccer Association. We are proud to have a
competitive sport that is inclusive of all our community members regardless of race,
economical status or gender. !
Currently, one fourth 0f our membership’s demographic lives in Avon, and of those
players, roughly one half require financial aid to participate in our club. The club is
committed to awarding over 50 Avon children a substantial amount of financial aid,
conservatively estimated at $18,000 (out of a financial aid budget of close to $65,000 was
awarded). It should also be noted that VVSC has an office that resides and pays taxes in
the Town of Avon. !
Eagle County has a large diversity in its socio-economic backgrounds. Although, there is
a population that exceeds extreme wealth, many of our families are living below the
poverty level. In addition to poverty, many of our players have experienced domestic
violence, child abuse, sexual assault and drug exposure first hand. VVSC receives referrals
from many local non-profit agencies, such as The Bright Future Foundation, Eagle River
Youth Coalition, The Vail Valley Foundation and Eagle County Social Services. !!
The Vail Valley Soccer Club is proud of it’s legacy of not turning any player away for an
inability to pay. VVSC is also proud of opportunities and experiences soccer creates for
our athletes. Our athletes have received sports scholarships, traveled around the country
and learned leadership, fundraising, character and sportsmanship. !
History: The Vail Valley Cup- Cindy Eskwith Memorial Tournament
The Vail Cup is a soccer tournament that occurs the first weekend of October in the Vail
Valley. Traditionally, 110 teams travel from within the state of Colorado and surrounding
states to play soccer in our incredible valley. The 2015 Vail Cup has expanded the number of
teams to 136. This is an increase of 520 players and coaches. The Vail Cup utilizes soccer fields
from Vail Mountain School to the town of Eagle. during a traditionally slow time of year, the
Vail Cup fills the valley’s hotels, restaurants and shops with families, players, coaches and
referees from all over the est. The Vail Cup has been running for 17 years. Cindy Eskwith, a
local legend was the founder of our tournament seventeen years ago.
2014 Town of Avon Financial Award: Vail Valley Cup-Cindy Eswith
Memorial Tournament
In-Kind Donation:
Upper and Lower Avon Fields, stripping of the fields, goals/nets and cleaning fees
$1,240.00
VVSC’s contribution to the Town of Avon:
Vail Cup
•Over 5000 people brought to Eagle County the first weekend in October
•Hotel accommodations, restaurant patronage, sales tax revenue and future tourism
exposure
•Vail Cup registration night hosted in Sports Authority-Avon Location (This event
alone fills Avon’s restaurants)
•Logo representation on VVSC’s website
•Logo representation on the Vail Cup Logo
•Logo representation on VVSC’s practice jerseys (over 1000 jerseys)
•Thank you in the Vail Daily (two times)
•Sponsorship acknowledgment and recognition through VVSC’s membership and
social media (six times a year with over 1200 combined members)
Benefits To The Town of Avon’s Youth:
•Developing youth sportsmanship, character and integrity
•Creating opportunity for under served youth
•Creating opportunities to participate in a sport that has deep cultural roots
with many Avon residents
VVSC’s grant requests:
1.Avon Upper and Lower Field space, stripping, goals and field cleaning
during the 2016 Vail Cup.
Estimated In Kind Donation: $1300
2. Two seasons of field use at the lower Avon field. Total of 16 weeks at
hour and half a night, fall and spring season.
Estimated In Kind Donation $2400
3. Cash donation to VVSC Scholarship Fund. Sponsoring four Avon players
totaling $2500
We value our relationship with The Town of Avon. We appreciate the
benefit our partnership creates for our players, our guests and above all The
Town of Avon residents. We thank you for your time and consideration on
this very important matter.
Sincerely,
!
Kerri Thelen, MS
Executive Director
Vail Valley Soccer Club
Balance Sheet
as of May 31, 2015
ASSETS
Current Assets
Checking/Savings
Checking 26,639.49
Millennium Bank Checking 62,710.25
Raffle Account - MB 32,532.80
Total Checking/Savings 121,882.54
Accounts Receivable
1200 · Accounts Receivable 5,627.07
Allowance for Doubtful Accounts (3,000.00)
Total Accounts Receivable 2,627.07
Total Current Assets 124,509.61
Fixed Assets
1480 · Office Equipment 3,066.12
1481 · Accum Depr - Office Equip (2,658.55)
1490 · Field Equipment 2,890.55
1491 · Accum Depr - Field Equip (2,890.00)
Total Fixed Assets 408.12
Other Assets
1980 · Prepaid Expenses/Rent Deposits 1,100.00
Total Other Assets 1,100.00
TOTAL ASSETS 126,017.73
LIABILITIES & EQUITY
Liabilities
Current Liabilities
Accounts Payable
2000 · Accounts Payable 9,938.23
Total Accounts Payable 9,938.23
Credit Cards
CitiBusiness Card -
Total Credit Cards -
Other Current Liabilities
Team Accounts 24,590.20
2100 · Payroll Liabilities 2,323.92
2230 · Deferred Revenues 9,738.00
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Vail Valley Soccer Club
Balance Sheet
as of May 31, 2015
Total Other Current Liabilities 36,652.12
Total Current Liabilities 46,590.35
Total Liabilities 46,590.35
Equity
1110 · Retained Earnings 45,337.75
Net Income 34,089.63
Total Equity 79,427.38
TOTAL LIABILITIES & EQUITY 126,017.73
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Vail Valley Soccer Club
Profit Loss
For the Twelve Months Ending
May 31, 2015
Adopted Budget for FY 2015/2016
Actual Jun '13 to
May '14
Actual Jun '14 to
Mar '15 Budget 2014/2015
Variance Actual to
Budget
Adopted Budget
2015/2016
Ordinary Income/Expense
Income
Player Fees
U9 to U14 Girls and Boys Fall/Spring 170,023 231,547 193,900 37,647 223,500
U15 to U18 Girls Fall 16,200 22,800 21,850 950 22,500
U15 to U18 Boys Spring 22,195 34,325 24,225 10,100 30,000
WSSL Teams 15,200 3,800 12,000 (8,200)
U7-U9 Academy Fees 2,000
U10 Academy Fees 1,775 2,625 2,000 625 4,000
Elite Academy Fees/Sponsorships/Gear 23,024 0 0 0
Financial Aid Specific Scholarships 100 100 0 100
Financial Aid Awarded (40,926)(70,037)(33,325)(36,712)(43,150)
Volunteer Discounts (771)(3,940)(5,000)1,060 (5,000)
Bad Debt Expense (210)(3,521)(2,000)(1,521)(2,000)
Net Contribution Player Fees 206,610 0 217,700 0 213,650 0 4,050 231,850
Vail Valley Cup
Revenues 101,349 76,418 106,349 (29,931)106,500
Expenses (39,765)(42,247)(47,000)4,753 (56,525)
Net Contribution Vail Valley Cup 61,584 34,172 59,349 (25,177)49,975
Membership Fundraisers (net)
Annual Campaign/Individual Donations 517 1,057 0 1,057 500
Fall Fundraiser 1,816 0 0 0 0
5K Back to Soccer Fun Run 0 0 0 0 0
Family Hall of Fame 0 0 0 0 0
Golf Tournament 2,377 5,264 4,000 1,264 4,000
Raffle Income 11,533 17,702 2,000 15,702 10,000
Corporate Sponsorships 510 0 0 0 10,000
Crushing It Night 0 7,728 0 7,728 0
Grants 0 0 0 0 0
Fundraising Expenses (10,630)(3,074)(2,000)(1,074)(10,000)
Net Contribution Membership Fundraisers 6,122 28,676 4,000 24,676 14,500
Camps
Pre Season Training Camp 13,050 17,357 14,000 3,357 17,500
Coerver Camps 930 1,500 0 1,500
DOC Training 7,410 10,800 7,000 3,800
Summer 18,000
Winter 18,000
Winning Mood Income 0 0 0 0
Winter Academy 4,610 0 4,610
Vail Valley Soccer Club
Profit Loss
For the Twelve Months Ending
May 31, 2015
Adopted Budget for FY 2015/2016
Actual Jun '13 to
May '14
Actual Jun '14 to
Mar '15 Budget 2014/2015
Variance Actual to
Budget
Adopted Budget
2015/2016
Winter Street Soccer 9,500
Field House Academy 5,416 0 4,000 (4,000)
Camp Expenses (22,268)(18,095)(14,000)(4,095)(13,775)
Net Contribution Camps 4,538 16,171 11,000 5,171 49,225
Uniform Sales (net)(3,151)(672)0 (672)(11,500)
Fan Gear Sales 0 0
Interest Income 32 64 50 14 65
Miscellaneous Income (includes Late Fees)1,898 3,250 1,500 1,750 4,375
Sub-Total Other Income (1,221)2,642 1,550 1,092 (7,060)
Total Income 277,633 299,361 289,549 9,812 338,490
Expense
General Administration Costs
Executive Director - Wages & Benefits 44,000 50,450 45,000 (5,450)53,560
Executive Director - Expenses 1,690 528 2,000 1,472 2,000
Director of Coaching 16,000 30,000 30,000 0 50,000
Assistant DOCs 0 0 0 0 7,000
Registrar and Communications Director 850 800 1,000 200 0
Payroll Tax Expense 6,805 6,998 7,500 502 11,056
Advertising/Marketing/Website 2,502 3,649 3,000 (649)3,500
Annual BBQ and Member Meeting 10,151 2,759 4,000 1,241 4,000
Banking and Credit Card Fees 12,032 13,355 12,627 (728)14,100
Dues/Subscriptions/Licenses/Permits 608 379 1,000 621 750
Office Supplies/Printing & Reproduction 2,130 1,506 2,500 994 2,500
Professional Fees - Accounting/Legal 8,438 8,683 9,000 317 9,000
Rent - Office/Storage Unit 4,040 3,975 4,200 225 4,500
Office Utilities 709 631 1,500 869 750
Telephone Expense 2,446 2,959 3,000 41 3,000
Total G & A Expenses 112,402 126,673 126,327 (346)165,716
Program Costs
Coaching Wages 57,200 65,125 77,200 12,075 72,350
Coaching Mileage and Expenses 17,803 21,670 24,000 2,330 22,500
Coaches Licensing Fees 0 0 0 0 0
Worker's Comp Insurance 2,626 3,476 4,000 524 1,500
Coach Professional Development 390 950 1,000 50 1,000
Coaches Gear 2,313 746 1,800 1,054 1,000
WSSL Team Uniforms/Goalie Jerseys 0 0 1,500 1,500 0
Equipment - Field/Coaches 2,980 149 2,500 2,351 2,500
Equipment Rental - Port O Lets 813 201 800 599 800
Rent - Fields 5,200 18,077 12,500 (5,577)17,500
Elite Academy Expenses 25,132 0 0 0 0
Vail Valley Soccer Club
Profit Loss
For the Twelve Months Ending
May 31, 2015
Adopted Budget for FY 2015/2016
Actual Jun '13 to
May '14
Actual Jun '14 to
Mar '15 Budget 2014/2015
Variance Actual to
Budget
Adopted Budget
2015/2016
Advanced Player Development (ODP)684 1,000 2,000 1,000 2,000
Snow Removal 0 0 1,000 1,000 1,000
League Fees /Referee Fees/Player Fees-CSA 20,237 25,974 25,024 (950)36,593
Referee Assigning - VVSC Assignor 1,930 880 1,500 620 1,500
Referee Clinic Fees (net)0 0 500 500 0
Tournament Fees 1,700 350 0 (350)0
Contingency - Other 0 0 5,000 5,000 5,000
Total Program Costs 139,008 138,598 160,324 21,726 165,243
Total Expense 251,410 265,271 286,651 21,380 330,959
Net Operating Income/(Loss)26,223 34,090 2,898 31,192 7,531
2016 Community Grant Request
&
Town of Avon Grant Review Committee Recommendation
NAME OF ORGANIZATION: Vail Volleyball Club
CONTACT: Michelle Belyea
NON-PROFIT, PROFIT OR OTHER: Non-profit
2015 COMMUNITY GRANT AWARD, IF ANY: N/A
2016 COMMUNITY GRANT REQUEST: $5,000
APPLICANT
REQUEST COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION
Scholarships: $3,500
Equipment: $250
Gym Space: $1,250
$5,000 $0
COMMITTEE COMMENTS:
• No programming or other services are provide to Avon through the proposed application
• Application does not indicate solicitation or funding from other municipalities or Eagle
County
• 2013-14 Profit and Loss Statement shows net income of -$19,992; with next eight months
operating with net income of $4,599
To Town of Avon:
Vail Volleyball Club Board of Directors is asking for your assistance with a charitable contribution to our
club. Our Board is aiming to raise approximately $20,000.00 to cover the costs of volleyball
scholarships, equipment, and facility usage for practice time and tournaments.
I. Proposal Summary
Vail Volleyball Club’s primary goal is to become one of the leading volleyball organizations in the region
that teach and support our female athletes while instilling the values, character, and sportsmanship of
one of the fastest growing female sports in the world. We train extensively and provide our athletes
with opportunities to compete at high-level tournaments in Colorado and across the country. These
tournaments provide our athletes the opportunity to play in front of 300+ recruiting college coaches,
which in turn provides the possibility of college scholarships at any of the 1500 schools that field
volleyball teams. In order to accomplish this goal, we strive to recruit well-rounded female youth
athletes in the Vail Valley and provide the appropriate training to ensure their success.
II. Organization Description and History
Volleyball in the Vail Valley started over 20 years ago, first known as Lightning, then Aggressive
Volleyball and five years ago changing it’s name to Vail Volleyball Club. In the past 3 years, the club
has more than doubled in size. VVC operates as a member organization that is sanctioned by the Rocky
Mountain Region (RMR) and the national governing body of USA Volleyball (USAV).
Our club has four competition levels: Developmental, Regional, National, and Elite. Developmental
teams are designed for new club players between the ages of 12U-14U. This is a great introduction to
club ball and provides a fun environment where players receive equal playtime at 4 Rocky Mountain
Region tournaments in Grand Junction. Regional Teams are for ages U13-U15. This level is for a more
competitive player and practice time and tournament time is much more intense. Tournaments are now
focused in the Denver and Front Range areas. National and Elite level teams offer the highest level of
competition and exposure for college bound athletes. Most of these athletes are committed to
volleyball only. Tournaments include the entire slate of Rocky Mountain Region tournaments, but also
include out of state tournaments to provide exposure to recruits.
III. Grant Criteria:
1. Community and Citizen Benefit (Quality of Life):
During the 2014/2015 volleyball season (July 2014 to June 2015), VVC members included
120+ female athletes ranging between the ages of 11 through 17. Approximately 1/3 of
our membership is from the Town of Avon, with the other nearly 2/3rds from the Vail
Valley (ranging from Vail to Gypsum) and a small handful of players coming from
Summit County.
2. Program Overview & Avon Platform (Established Policies/Priorities):
VVC is a year round volleyball program in the Vail Valley, with the height of our training
season running from November through May. Throughout the “off season”, June through
October, we hold camps, skills clinics, and open gyms for female athletes ranging from
the ages of 6 through 18. Our organization has recently added a few special events to
our calendar. During the holiday winter breaks we have scheduled two volleyball
tournaments. In 2014, we started a tournament called the “Turkey Triples” during the
Monday/Tuesday of Thanksgiving break, we had 10 teams participate and expect to
double in size for this year’s event. For 2015, we are adding a new tournament called
the “Reindeer Games”. This tournament will be scheduled during the Christmas break.
All camps, clinics, open gyms, and tournaments will be advertised and offered not only
to the VVC membership, but to female athletes throughout all of the mountain
communities.
3. Feasibility & Implementation Risk:
As mentioned above, the club has over 20 years of experience in training female
athletes. Our club is here to stay and we are hoping to build it by leaps and bounds. Our
request for funding will provide scholarship opportunities for female athletes who may
not have been able to afford club dues, but have a true calling for the sport. It will also,
provide more gym time/space and new equipment to help training our many athletes.
With additional funding, we hope to add more local tournaments to our yearly calendar
that will bring high-level players in from all over the nearby mountain communities and
Front Range.
4. Business Vitality:
VVC is growing and it’s reputation increasing through not only the valley, but the entire
Colorado tournament circuit. We are already pulling athletes from the Summit County
area. We are hoping to open our doors to more athletes from outside the valley and
continue to grow our program amongst the athletes in the valley. With our increased
membership and additional multi-day tournament schedule, we will have more families
traveling within the area and providing opportunities for not only restaurant and retail
establishments, but also for hotels in the area.
5. Partnership with the Town of Avon:
At this time, we do not provide programming or other services to the Town of Avon
besides our membership training. However, our club has recently launched a new “mini
camp” in the town of Eagle. The mini camp is a volleyball camp for younger children
ages 6 to 10. Instead of using, full courts and nets, we use mini nets, beach balls, and
different techniques to begin teaching the fundamentals of volleyball and also have a lot
of fun while we are at. This was a successful venture and one that we are planning on
expanding to nearby communities to promote the sport of Volleyball.
6: Special Events:
The Turkey Triples and Reindeer Games will become yearly events for our club. We are
expecting the Turkey Triples tournament to double in size this year and we have
received great feedback about the addition of the Reindeer Games to the calendar this
year. The timing of the tournaments, during the holiday vacations, is appealing to all of
the parents and provides a terrific outlet during normally a down time due to the school
vacation schedule. The tournament organizer was an event coordinator and knows how
to juggle the many different facets involved in running events of this magnitude,
including registration, scheduling, promoting, and on-site facilitation.
IV. Additional Requirements and Submittal Guidelines for Community Organizations
1. Contact Information:
Vail Volleyball Club
P.O. Box 1538
Eagle, CO 81631
Michelle Belyea
281-924-5016
Michelleb@kidsportvail.com
2. VVC did not receive funding from the Town of Avon in 2015.
3. Vail Volleyball Club’s primary goal is to become one of the leading volleyball organizations in
the region that teach and support our female athletes while instilling the values, character, and
sportsmanship of one of the fastest growing female sports in the world. Attached is a copy of
our organizations 501(c)(3).
4. VVC is the premier volleyball club in the Vail Valley with over 20 years of experience in
training female athletes.
5. Our organization is requesting funding in the amount of $5,000. This would help provide
scholarships for athletes who cannot afford club dues, for training equipment, and gym space
for training and for our winter tournaments. Funding would be needed after January 1, 2016.
6. At this time, our organization has not requested any other funds from agencies,
organizations, or companies. We are hoping to receive a few business donations this upcoming
season.
7. VVC’s budget for requested funds:
Scholarships: $3,500
Equipment: $250
Gym Space: $1,250
8. Attached is a copy of our profit and loss statement for the past fiscal year.
9. The Avon community’s restaurants, hotels, and retail establishments will benefit from both
our club membership and annual multi-day tournament events. The club membership will bring
in patrons multiple times a week from local communities and other mountain towns. The
tournaments will bring in patrons several times a year not only locally, but from along Denver
and the Front Range too and hopefully nearby states.
10. Our try-outs and tournament events will be marketed through the Rocky Mountain Region
Volleyball Association that serves both Colorado and Wyoming.
11. We do not receive any contributions, land, buildings, and facility or services from the Town
of Avon at this time.
Please consider making a donation to the Vail Volleyball Club.
Sincerely,
Michelle Belyea
Vail Volleyball Club
Fundraising and Events Coordinator
281-924-5016
Michelleb@kidsportvail.com
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2016 Community Grant Request
&
Town of Avon Grant Review Committee Recommendation
NAME OF ORGANIZATION: VVF Youth Foundation
CONTACT: Peter Barclay
NON-PROFIT, PROFIT OR OTHER: Non-profit
2015 COMMUNITY GRANT AWARD, IF ANY: N/A
2016 COMMUNITY GRANT REQUEST: $15,000
COMMITTEE COMMENTS:
• Recommendation:
• Organization reaches and serves many Avon children and parents
• Strong fundraising program, including events such as Star Dancing Gala; application,
however, shows no other municipalities or Eagle County assisting with grant funding
• Profit and Loss Statement not provided as required in application materials; 2014-15
budget projects net income of $78,506
• Award $7,500 for stated programs, with understanding Avon population in one or
more programs should grow with the grant monies
• Award an additional $5,000 for a significant fund raising event to be held in Avon; to
be approved by the Town Manager
• Include award requirement that VVF spearhead a non-profit organization round table
and/or coalition to identify program redundancy, opportunities for collaboration for
services provided in Avon for ask risk youth, parent and/or student mentoring, etc. prior
to any subsequent request for Community Grant funding
APPLICANT
REQUEST
COMMITTEE
RECOMMENDATION
PwrHrs, Great Start, Parent Mentors
Total Request $15,000
PwrHrs, Great Start, Parent Mentors $7,500
Significant Fund Raising Event in Avon $5,000
TOTAL REQUEST $15,000 $12,500
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Application for Funding Support 2015
1.Contact Information
Legal Name of Organization:
DBA:
Mailing Address:
Phone: Fax: EIN:
Website:
Organization Email Address:
Name of CEO or Executive Director:
Phone: Email:
Application Contact & Title (if not the CEO or Executive Director):
Phone: Email:
2. Organization Information
Year Founded:
Mission Statement:
3. Past Grant History
The Youth Foundation
The Education Arm of Vail Valley Foundation
P.O. Box 309, Vail, Colorado, 81658
970-949-9265 84-1442909 970-777-2015
www.theyouthfoundation.org
info@vvf.org
Mrs. Melisa Rewold-Thuon
mthuon@vvf.org 9707485980
Peter Barclay – Program Manager
pbarclay@vvf.org 970-748-5994
1997
The Youth Foundation (YF) mission is to ‘elevate arts, athletics and education for all youth in Eagle County.’
We provide early childhood education, after school, summer, mentoring and scholarship programs for
students ranging from preschool through college, with the goal of empowering even our most disadvantaged
youth to reach their highest potential and attain academic excellence. During the 2014-2015 academic year
the Youth Foundation served 3384 at-risk youth and their families in Eagle County, including more than 600
specifically in the town of Avon.
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The Youth Foundation has not received this award last fiscal year.
4. Town of Avon: Youth and Family
The Youth Foundation provides the Town of Avon and its children with high-quality after- school
programs that focus on academics and enrichment. We also offer early childhood services that prepare
kids from 0-5 for life-long learning and support opportunities to engage parents in this community. Our
direct services interweave learning with play not only to narrow the achievement gap, but also to
provide mentoring, support, and a nurturing atmosphere where students and families are empowered to
achieve their dreams.
For the 2014-2015 school years, Youth Foundation served a diverse population: a 10-year-old
English Language Learner will hit the books and the rock climbing wall for the first time through
PwrHrs; a four-year old will read her first book in English and have her first real play-date on the Magic
Bus; and young parents will learn songs and games that will open the world of learning to their toddler,
setting their little girl on a path to graduation and a college scholarship.
Youth Foundation’s relationship with the Town of Avon and its children has always been one of
triumph. In its National Blue Ribbon School Award, administrators explained that Avon Elementary’s
elevation from “turnaround status” to “performing status,” resulted from the interweav ing of teachers
and curriculum with the Youth Foundation, specifically PwrHrs. “These programs directly align with
our vision and mission statement of the school and enhanced our academic growth.”
Our highly trained staff works every day to remove the barriers to health and wellness for families
and children. PwrHrs energizes the Town of Avon not only by providing children with engaging
activities designed to significantly increase physical activity and nutritional knowledge, but also in its
efforts to inspire confidence in children.
At the end of the 2014-2015 academic year, 84 percent of Avon Elementary students were more
positively engaged in school and 85 percent developed more positive relationships. Our holistic program
consistently narrows the achievement gap among students through individualized academic assistance
that generates results. At Avon Elementary, 85 percent were at or above proficiency in literacy and 73
percent at or above proficiency in mathematics after just 21 weeks.
Great Start is yet another bridge to school success provided in the Town of Avon. The intensive six-
week summer program takes the wheels off the classroom and gives children their first experience inside
a school. The four hours a day are filled with Zoophonics and Kinder-based play. During the four-hour
session, teachers help reinforce basic skills and drum-up excitement for the kindergarten year. The
program ends with a graduation ceremony and party for children, their families, and the Avon
community.
Since 2014, Great Start has helped students grow in social-emotional, language, literacy, and
mathematics, with marked growth of at least 40 percent in just six weeks. In addition, children
demonstrate all the skills needed to transition into Kindergarten. For example, more than 85 percent
understand how to follow classroom rules, recognize classroom authority, and are able to listen to stories
without interrupting by the end of the program. These personal growth skills prove as valuable to
success as the reinforcement of academic basics.
Our Parent Mentor program bridges the gaps between families and schools in the Town of Avon.
The entire community ultimately grows through this educational partnership, where parents become
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engaged and empowered in their children’s education and students, and teachers and parents build deep
and enduring relationships.
Parent Mentors donated two hours of classroom time, four days per week since January 2015 to
Avon Elementary. Individually, the Town’s six mentors contributed a total of 2172 hours on campus,
and collectively, improving the lives of 200 children and their families at Avon Elementary. The
program also planted seeds for many of the participants, who have engaged in nearly 50 hours of
professional development ranging from infant CPR to computer skills to goal-setting.
5. Explanation of Funding Needs and Funding Request
Youth Foundation is requesting programmatic funds for PwrHrs, Great Start, and Parent Mentors
activities that benefit the Town of Avon. These specific Avon initiatives cost $174,726. This request for
$15,000 for these local community efforts represents only eight percent of this budget.
6. Amount of funds requested and/or provided from other agencies, organizations or companies
In the last fiscal year, Youth Foundation received more than $500,000 in grant contributions,
including grants from Colorado Health Foundation, Anschutz Family Foundation, El Pomar Foundation,
US Bank (Avon), United Way, Temple Hoyne Buell Foundation, Alpine Bank (Avon), and dozens
more. We have also received more than $1 million of individual donations.
7. Anticipated line item budget for the organization or event
See Attached
8. 2014 final actual profit and loss statement
See Attached
9. Explain how the event or organization benefits the Avon community
For the Town of Avon, this donation represents a major investment in the future residents, workers,
and patrons of our town. Our programs embody the character of this community. As one Parent Mentor
remarked, “Because of this part of this program, I know what I want to do and I believe that I can do it.”
This mother demonstrates the entrepreneurial, proud spirit we want to foster in Avon. And the hundreds
of children in our programs who get the boost they need to believe in themselves and become college
ready or career bound demonstrate our energetic, progressive, and community mind-ended approach to
youth and possibility.
To tighten the partnership of Youth Foundation and the Town of Avon, we would like to not only
provide brand recognition on all our promotional materials, including t-shirts, but even add an Avon
distinction to our summer programming.
10."In‐kind" contributions
See Attached
2014-2015 Final Budget
REVENUES
Star Dancing Gala
Total Revenues SDG w/o trades $1,015,000.00
Education
Total Revenues $2,185,000.00
Total Revenue $3,200,000.00
EXPENSES
Copa
Total Expenses $63,050.00
Power Hours
Total Expenses $875,226.00
Girl PowHER
Total Expenses $147,114.00
Sowing Seeds
Total Expenses $80,903.00
Celebrate The Beat
Total Expenses $117,795.04
First Notes
Total Expenses $100,546.00
Summer Enrichment
Total Expenses $190,000.00
Star Dancing Gala
Total Expenses $329,630.50
Education
Total Expenses $530,572.00
Development
Total Expenses $35,100.00
Success at Six
Total Expenses $232,800.00
Great Start
Total Expenses $61,138.00
Magic Bus
Total Expenses $167,554.00
Early Childhood Initiative- Learn and Play
Total Expenses $142,190.00
Scholars - Program
Total Expenses $25,061.00
Fixed Assets $22,820.00
Total Expenses $3,121,499.54
Total Revenue $3,200,000.00
Net Income $78,500.46
2013-2014 2013-2014 Variance
Actuals Budget Fcst vs. Bdgt
Revenues
23 - Star Dancing Gala $1,217,099 $965,000 $252,099
50 - YF Cornerstone $110,000 $90,000 $20,000
50 - YF Annual Gifts $548,777 $915,000 ($366,223)
50 - YF Participation Fees $89,667 $75,000 $14,667
50 - YF Donor Advised $450,124 $375,000 $75,124
50 - YF Grants $439,235 $650,000 ($210,765)
50 - YF Fundraising Events $34,453 $100,000 ($65,547)
50 - YF Other Income $2,420 $950 $1,470
50 - Trades $1,550 $0 $1,550
Total YF Revenues $2,893,326 $3,170,950 ($277,624)
Expenses
50 - G&A/SDG
23 - Star Dancing Gala $327,287 $280,000 ($47,287)
50 - Education $520,646 $602,502 $81,856
Total G&A/SDG Expenses $847,933 $882,502 $34,569
51 - Elementary/Middle School
12 - Power Hours $790,017 $921,873 $131,856
13 - Girl PowHER $43,925 $73,864 $29,939
14 - Sowing Seeds $84,328 $66,727 ($17,601)
15 - Celebrate The Beat $129,662 $125,342 ($4,320)
16 - First Notes $83,466 $76,077 ($7,389)
18 - Summer Enrichment $156,941 $228,067 $71,126
Total Elem/Middle Expenses $1,288,340 $1,491,950 $203,610
52 - Academic Excellence
59 - Academic Excellence $0 $24,000 $24,000
Total Acad Exc Expenses $0 $24,000 $24,000
53 - Scholarships
84 - Scholars - Program $21,474 $25,528 $4,054
Total Scholars Expenses $21,474 $25,528 $4,054
54 - Early Childhood Education
55 - Success at Six $196,133 $240,000 $43,868
56 - Great Start $148,121 $99,400 ($48,721)
57 - Magic Bus $176,769 $197,397 $20,628
58 - Early Childhood Initiative $149,574 $194,152 $44,578
Total Early Childhood Expenses $670,595 $730,949 $60,354
Total YF Expenses $2,828,342 $3,154,929 $326,587
YF Capital Expenditures $20,674 $11,500 ($9,174)
NET YF SURPLUS/(DEFICIT) $44,310 $4,521 $39,789
Scholarship Revenues
50 - Community Scholarships $243,080 $95,000 $148,080
Total Scholarship Revenue $243,080 $95,000 $148,080
53 - Scholarships
83 - Scholars- Community Scholars $204,391 $95,000 ($109,391)
Total Scholarship Expenses $204,391 $95,000 ($109,391)
$38,689 $0 $38,689
Youth Foundation
Statement of Operations
as of 9/30/14
NET SCHOLAR SURPLUS/(DEFICIT)
Reference Date Amount
Morgan-Jeff-12/17/2014 $250.00
A Secret Garden 3/27/2015 $100.00
Angelique Asthetics 3/27/2015 $450.00
Aria Spa & Club 3/27/2015 $375.00
Arrigoni Woods--3/27/2015 $5,150.00
Batter Cupcake--3/27/2015 $24.00
Solaris Bowlin--3/27/2015 $280.00
The Bookworm--3/27/2015 $90.00
Buglione-Brenda-3/27/2015 $1,500.00
Carrie Fell Gallery 3/27/2015 $2,500.00
Castle Peak Vet 3/27/2015 $290.00
Cooper-Christopher-3/27/2015 $80.00
Christy Sports--3/27/2015 $180.00
Club at Cordillera 3/27/2015 $1,800.00
Cos Bar River walk 3/27/2015 $350.00
Dancing With Reason 3/27/2015 $255.00
Mimi's Cleaning 3/27/2015 $140.00
Dogma Athletic--3/27/2015 $245.00
Eagle Ranch Golf Club 3/27/2015 $450.00
Eagle-Vail Golf Club 3/27/2015 $1,700.00
Foods of Vail--3/27/2015 $200.00
Golden Bear--3/27/2015 $2,395.00
Gorsuch LTD--3/27/2015 $565.00
High Gear Cylcery 3/27/2015 $550.00
Juniper--3/27/2015 $150.00
Kelly Liken--3/27/2015 $150.00
KidSport--3/27/2015 $365.00
Sterett-Kim-3/27/2015 $200.00
Krimson Klover--3/27/2015 $300.00
Krueger Architecture 3/27/2015 $270.00
Lacy's - The Topp Drawer 3/27/2015 $200.00
The Left Bank --3/27/2015 $300.00
Looking Good Salon 3/27/2015 $40.30
Lovely Nails--3/27/2015 $45.00
Luca Bruno--3/27/2015 $400.00
Mountain Cupcake 3/27/2015 $48.00
Mountain Dermatology 3/27/2015 $500.00
Mountain Man--3/27/2015 $100.00
Mountain Montessori 3/27/2015 $260.00
Nancy Cole Photography 3/27/2015 $1,000.00
Nest Furnishings 3/27/2015 $100.00
Nina McLemore--3/27/2015 $250.00
Old Forge Pizza 3/27/2015 $200.00
Swoon LLC--3/27/2015 $750.00
Ptarmigan Sports 3/27/2015 $50.00
In-Kind Donations to the Youth Foundation October 2014 - July 2015
Pure Barre Vail 3/27/2015 $200.00
Remonov & Company 3/27/2015 $1,500.00
Riverwalk Wine & Spirits 3/27/2015 $50.00
Ruggs Benedict--3/27/2015 $199.00
Russell's--3/27/2015 $100.00
Schleper-Sarah-3/27/2015 $1,500.00
X-Bar Fly Inc--3/27/2015 $100.00
Scarab--3/27/2015 $750.00
Sigma--3/27/2015 $350.00
Skea LTD--3/27/2015 $570.00
Skipper & Scout 3/27/2015 $1,000.00
Slifer Designs--3/27/2015 $160.00
Spa Anjali at the Westin 3/27/2015 $150.00
Steammaster--3/27/2015 $250.00
Coyer-Steven-3/27/2015 $1,350.00
Sugar Bar--3/27/2015 $60.00
The Metropolitan 3/27/2015 $125.00
Vail Dentistry--3/27/2015 $550.00
Vail Golf Club--3/27/2015 $450.00
Vail Valley Pharmacy 3/27/2015 $280.00
Valley Girl Boutique 3/27/2015 $100.00
Vintage Magnolis 3/27/2015 $200.00
West One Salon--3/27/2015 $100.00
The Westside Cafe 3/27/2015 $50.00
Giordano-Donna-3/27/2015 $500.00
The Westside Cafe 3/27/2015 $50.00
Wishes Toy Store 3/27/2015 $112.00
White-Bex-3/27/2015 $300.00
Becher-Amy-3/27/2015 $3,790.00
Yama Sushi--3/27/2015 $200.00
Kogan-Mark-7/23/2015 $3,089.21
Total $43,782.51
2016 Community Grant Request
&
Town of Avon Grant Review Committee Recommendation
NAME OF ORGANIZATION: Walking Mountains Science Center
CONTACT: Doug Dusenberry
NON-PROFIT, PROFIT OR OTHER: Non-profit
2015 COMMUNITY GRANT AWARD, IF ANY: $15,000
2016 COMMUNITY GRANT REQUEST: $37,500
APPLICANT
REQUEST COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION
Funding for educational activities $20,000 $20,000
Funding for Energy Smart
Programs $10,000 $0
Funding for Sustainable
Community Film Series and 2016
Film Festival
$7,500 $0
TOTAL REQUEST $37,500
$20,000
COMMITTEE COMMENTS:
• Recommendation:
• Award $20,000 to fund educational activities that benefit the Town of Avon residents
and visitors.
• Energy Smart Program goals are expected to be met in new Town of Avon Building
fee to be reviewed by Council in October, 2015
• Film Festival was recommended by the Avon Town Manager, but even with
recognized hard work to produce a festival, the result fell short of expectation for
the $5,000 contribution. Funding recommendation assumes the Sustainable
Community Film Series does not need a subsidy to have a balanced budget
• 2014-15 Profit and Loss Statement shows net income of $281, 055; 2015-16 budget
shows net income of $220.00
Request for Town of Avon Funding 2016
1. Contact Information:
Walking Mountains Science Center
318 Walking Mountains Lane
PO Box 9469
Avon, CO 81620
Doug Dusenberry
Director of Major and Planned Gifts
(970) 306-0561
dougd@walkingmountains.org
2. See attached partial year grant report.
3. Description & Purpose of the Organization
Walking Mountains Science Center is a world class natural science education facility
located in Avon that provides formal and informal science education programs to over
42,000 students, families and adults who reside in or visit the Town of Avon each year.
We are a 501(c)3 organization funded primarily by contributions from individuals,
government, foundations and corporations.
Our mission is to awaken a sense of wonder and inspire environmental stewardship and
sustainability through natural science education.
4. Detailed description of the event or program and explanation of funding needs.
We have broken our proposal into three categories that directly benefit Town of Avon
residents and visitors (Science Education Programs, Sustainable Film Series and Energy
Smart Programs):
Educational Programs:
Walking Mountains Science Center, with the assistance of donors, offers the following
programs in the town of Avon:
Walking Mountains Science Center
We’ve invested significant resources ($14.5 M initial capital investment and
approximately $2M operating annually) to bring a world class natural science center to
students, teachers, families and adults who live in or visit the Town of Avon. Our center,
which is open to the public year round, boasts a LEED Platinum design, a state of the art
interactive exhibit hall, smart classrooms, community meeting spaces, interpretive trails,
outdoor classrooms and more, draws people from around the United States.
Walking Mountains Science Center is the site for several activities including:
Informal Science Programs- Visitors, from our community and around the
US, can drop in any time to explore our interpretive trails with adventure
packs that we provide, enjoy our state of the art interactive exhibits, join
us for a naturalist guided hike, access the backcountry on their own , or
simply relax or picnic on our grounds. These activities are all free of
charge and again, available year round.
Hiking Programs such as morning bird walks, lunch picnic loops and après
ridge walks expose residents and visitors, through shorter naturalists
guided hikes, to the natural wonders right here in our town.
Adult Seminars and Classes- These programs, led by highly qualified guest
instructors, cover topics such as Geology, Botany, Medicinal Plants, Fossil
Exploration, Nature Photography, Watercolor Interpretation and more.
Family Programs- These programs include our popular Earth Explorers for
1st and 2nd graders, EarthKeepers for parents and children 3 to 5, Nature
Tykes for parents and children 6 months to 2 years as well as special
family offerings in partnership with the Denver Museum of Nature and
Science.
Astronomy Programs- These programs, open to people of all ages, are
free of charge and teach people about the use of telescopes and the night
sky.
Science Behind Series- In this monthly series, Walking Mountains partners
with a guest instructor to explore the science behind factors in our
everyday lives. Classes are free or low cost to attend.
Field Science Programs
3,000+ Eagle County K-12 students receive hands-on, natural science classes in the
outdoors (at our new campus and on public lands) on an annual basis. These curriculum
aligned programs, that utilize the scientific method, awaken an interest in science while
forging a meaningful connection to the natural world
Summer Youth Science Camps
These camps engage over 500 youth ages 5-13, annually, in weeklong day and overnight
camps that explore the natural world through exciting educational activities. These
active programs teach students about the natural world and scientific concepts.
After School Science Programs
These programs which blend hands on activities with curriculum aligned science
instruction provide enriching and safe after school options for over 150 students in
elementary schools throughout our valley on an annual basis.
Avon In-School
This program, which has attracted attention from funders around the US, brings weekly
science enrichment classes to all of the 245 K-5 students enrolled at Avon Elementary
School throughout their school year.
Adult and Family Educational Programs
These programs take families and small groups into our mountains, or onto our campus,
to explore natural science topics of interest from astronomy to local ecology. Partner
programs with Denver Museum of Nature and Science, and other centers, take place
quarterly.
STEM Leadership Academy
The after school STEM Leadership Academy, in its first year, challenges middle school
students in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) through hands-on
curriculum inspired by student interest and current science standards.
The STEM Leadership Academy seeks to inspire the next generation of STEM innovators
by providing youth the access to and confidence in STEM topics, skills, and tools.
Additionally, students assume leadership roles in group work and project development.
Currently a sixth grade program, the STEM Leadership Academy will expand to include
seventh grade in the fall of 2014 and then eighth grade in the fall of 2015.
Graduate Fellowships and Seasonal Internships
Our graduate fellowship (6 per year) draws the best and brightest natural science
educators from around the US. These competitive 15 month positions offer graduate
students in Education and Environmental Science the opportunity to hone their field
teaching skills while earning graduate credit through a partnership with Colorado State
University. Our seasonal interns earn undergraduate credit while staffing our Discovery
Center, the Vail Nature Center and Girls in Science Programs.
High School Internships
Our competitive High School internship program allows a small group of 10th-
12thgraders in our district to engage in meaningful field science experiments in
partnership with the US Forest Service. Students learn first hand about experiment
design, data collection, field observation techniques and more from experienced
practitioners in the field. The data they collect is used in real world application to solve
issues currently facing our US Forest lands.
These experiences allow high school students to earn college credit from CMC while
experience a possible career field first hand, to contribute to the scientific body of
knowledge and to fulfill requirements for college applications.
Explorations on Public Lands
Walking Mountains offers evening campground programs, guided hikes and snowshoe
tours and more at Yeoman Park, Gore Creek Campground, Sylvan Lake State Park and
US Forest Service lands. These high quality natural science programs are free to the
public.
Magic Bus Program
The Magic Bus program is conducted through a partnership with the Youth Foundation.
It literally allows us to meet preschool and young grade school students where they live
to provide important science and reading activities that will help to make them more
successful as they enter traditional classrooms.
This mobile classroom visits several sites throughout our valley with the intent of
reaching those students most at risk educationally. Many of the students we serve are
learning English as a second language and this experience proves invaluable in helping
them maintain pace with their classmates.
The educational activities, led by our talented naturalists, include interactive educational
games, exploration of topic related literature, focused outdoor exploration and more.
Film Series:
For the coming November 2015 through May 2016 Sustainable Community Film Series,
Walking Mountains is requesting a total of $7,500 for two components of the Series: 1)
$2,500 for “Presenting Sponsor” title for the seven films that will be shown at Loaded
Joe’s in Avon and, 2) an additional $5,000 to co-sponsor the “Wild and Scenic Film
Festival.” Date and details of the 2016 Festival would be determined in partnership with
Town of Avon.
Explanation of 2015-2016 Film Series:
The Sustainable Community Film Series raises awareness and encourages community
dialogue about environmental issues afflicting our world through award-winning
independent featured films. Last years’ series reached over 700 community members at
two venues. The Film Series began in 2011 and has become an annual program with
consistent community support and positive feedback. WMSC partners with Loaded Joe’s
in Avon to act as the hosting venue for the series. This encourages local community
interaction and supports local businesses. One film per month will be shown over the
course of seven months. The series line-up is as follows:
The True Cost: (November) This is a story about clothing. It’s about the clothes we
wear, the people who make them, and the impact the industry is having on our world.
The price of clothing has been decreasing for decades, while the human and
environmental costs have grown dramatically. The True Cost is a groundbreaking
documentary film that pulls back the curtain on the untold story and asks us to consider,
who really pays the price for our clothing?
The Breach: (December) When fishing guide/filmmaker Mark Titus learns why wild
salmon populations plummeted in his native Pacific Northwest, he embarks on a journey
to discover where the fish have gone and what might bring them back. Along the way,
Titus unravels a trail of human hubris, historical amnesia and potential tragedy looming
in Alaska – all conspiring to end the most sustainable wild food left on the planet. 2
Food Patriots (January) Beginning with a wakeup call: filmmakers Jeff Spitz and Jennifer
Amdur Spitz’s son got sick eating chicken contaminated with a superbug, and antibiotics
failed. The film chronicles the family’s newfound interest in food sources, getting outlaw
chickens, and meeting people from all walks of life who are trying to change the way
Americans eat food, buy food, and educate the next generation of consumers. They call
the people who are doing this Food Patriots.
The E-Waste Tragedy (February) Every year millions of tons of discarded electronic
waste – computers, television sets, mobile phones, household appliances – are shipped
illegally to India, China or Africa. This film spans the world to reveal how greed and
corruption are ruining the globe’s legal recycling systems, damaging the environment,
creating security risks and endangering human health. Can the toxic tide be stemmed, or
are too many people willingly turning a blind eye?
The Future of Energy, Lateral Power to the People: (March) The Future of Energy is a
powerful documentary that captures the movement across the United States to
transition to renewable energy and what everyday people are doing to help foster that
shift. It's a positive film about the renewable energy revolution, and a love story about
the countless individuals and communities that are re-imagining their relationships with
the planet and with each other.
Cowspiracy: (April) A groundbreaking feature-length environmental documentary
following intrepid filmmaker Kip Andersen as he uncovers the most destructive industry
facing the planet today – and investigates why the world’s leading environmental
organizations are too afraid to talk about it. Animal agriculture is the leading cause of
deforestation, water consumption and pollution, is responsible for more greenhouse
gases than the transportation industry, and is a primary driver of rainforest destruction,
species extinction, habitat loss, topsoil erosion, ocean “dead zones,” and virtually every
other environmental ill. Yet it goes on, almost entirely unchallenged.
Racing Extinction: (May) In Racing Extinction, a team of artists and activists exposes the
hidden world of extinction with never-before-seen images that will change the way we
see the planet. Two worlds drive extinction across the globe, potentially resulting in the
loss of half of all species. The international wildlife trade creates bogus markets at the
expense of creatures that have survived on this planet for millions of years. And the
other surrounds us, hiding in plain sight — a world that the oil and gas companies don’t
want the rest of us to see. Using covert tactics and state-of-the-art technology, the
Racing Extinction team exposes these two worlds in an inspiring affirmation to preserve
life as we know it.
Budget for 2015-2016 Film Series & Festival:
Expenses
Film Series Procurement & Rights to Show $1,600
Film Festival Procurement & Rights $1,750
Marketing & Materials $3,200
Program Management & Travel $5,900
TOTAL $12,450
Income
Corporate $3,500 (Local Businesses)
Government $2,500 (Town of Avon for Series)
Government $5,000 (Town of Avon for Festival)
Individual $1,450
TOTAL $12,450
Energy Smart Programs:
Energy efficiency improvements within the Town of Avon lead to money saved
for Avon residents and businesses, increased revenues for the local contractor
workforce, and significant reductions in greenhouse gas emissions. Investment in
energy efficiency means reinvestment in the Avon community.
Walking Mountains is requesting funds from the Town of Avon to directly
reinvest in: 1) energy assessments and rebates for 20 Avon homeowners (rebates
up to $500 per homeowner, and 2) energy coaching and rebates for 10 Avon
businesses (rebates up to $1,500 per business). Town of Avon funds will be
matched with funds from the Eagle County Eco-Build fund.
Walking Mountains Science Center in Avon has proven to be an ideal centrally-
located location for the Eagle Valley’s non-profit Energy Smart program. The
Energy Smart program transforms the local economy and stimulates home and
small commercial energy improvements by providing access to information,
financing, and a skilled workforce. This model has experienced remarkable
success to date.
The Energy Smart program is funded in part by Eagle County Eco-Build program
which is funded by fees for energy building code mitigation collected in
unincorporated Eagle County. The Eco-Build fund fluctuates annually and there is
a need to supplement the Energy Smart program with financial grant support
from the municipalities whose constituents are the primary beneficiaries of the
Energy Smart program.
In the Town of Avon alone, since 2011, the Energy Smart program has stimulated
a total of $355,400 in energy improvement projects, given out $28,000 in rebates,
and spent $23,700 on energy assessments for Avon homeowners. Energy Smart
has reduced energy use within the Town of Avon by 83,823 kWh and 10,400
therms, between 176 Town of Avon homeowners and businesses. These energy
savings result in direct economic stimulus back to the local Avon economy while
supporting environmental stewardship and sustainability. In order to evaluate the
success of Town of Avon’s 2016 investment of $10,000 in Energy Smart
programming for its community, Walking Mountains will provide a final report
including the metrics mentioned above.
5. Amount of funds requested from the Town of Avon. Please include when funds
are needed for payment.
Walking Mountains Science Center respectfully requests a grant in the amount of
$37,500 from the Town of Avon. This funding would be used to assist in covering
program expenses (approximately 1.8%) that directly benefit thousands of Town of Avon
residents and visitors: Field Studies programs for students at local K-12 schools;
Interpretive programs and hikes at our campus in Avon, Programs, speaker and film
series at our world class science center in Avon and Energy Smart Programs (additional
information available upon request). Specifically, our funding request is broken down as
follows:
$20,000 Funding for educational activities that benefit Town of Avon
residents and visitors, at Walking Mountains Science Center
$10,000 Energy Smart Programs for Town of Avon residents and businesses
$7,500 Sustainable Community Film Series and 2016 Film Festival
$37,500 Total
We understand that funds will be paid after January 1st, 2016 for use during CY2016.
6. Amount of funds requested and/or provided from other agencies, organizations,
companies (i.e. other funding committed).
In FY2015, $1,209,082.25 or 63% of our budgeted revenues of $1,922,409.25 came in the
form of philanthropic gifts from:
Individuals $755,464.00
Foundations $182,991.00
Corporations $109,106.00
Government $105,817.00
In Kind Support $ 55,704.25
A list of these donors is available upon request. The remaining $713,327.00 was realized
from government and private fee for service, store sales income and investments.
7. Anticipated line item budget for the organization or event.
Our projected FY2016 expenses are $2,469,134 (see attached for detail).
8. FY2015 final actual profit and loss statement.
See attached to grant report.
9. How the event or organization benefits the Avon community? Please provide
details.
Walking Mountains Science Center provides numerous cultural, recreational and
educational offerings that benefit over 38,000 residents and visitors to our community
each year. Our center is now serving as an educational touch stone for town of Avon
residents and is drawing visitors from around the United States with high quality
programming that is in alignment with national trends in “green”, sustainable and
educational tourism.
Walking Mountains, a well established nonprofit organization with a 15 year record of
consistent growth, recently opened a multi-million dollar, state of the art science center
for residents and visitors in the town of Avon. We believe that our programs are directly
aligned with several of Avon’s stated goals in their 2013-14 Strategic plan as regards
economic development, addition of appealing special events in the town, stewardship of
natural resources and expansion of cultural, educational and recreational offerings in
partnership with private sector agencies.
Our center continues to attract attention, visitors and funding from around the United
States. The Precourt Mountain Discovery Center on campus was recently awarded LEED
Platinum certification, making it one of the “greenest” educational facilities in the nation.
Attractions such as this help to differentiate the experience for visitors to the Town of
Avon and encourage return visits.
Through our work with the Colorado Department of Tourism and Department of
Transportation we are beginning to market our center to Colorado visitors from around
the United States. Our center is aligned closely with state, local and Vail and Beaver
Creek Resorts’ efforts to appeal to the large segment of travelers interested in “green”,
“active” and “educational” tourism. Walking Mountains Science Center adds significant
value for visitors to our community and sets our mountain experience apart from others
around the US.
In addition to our new center in Avon, Walking Mountains continues to provide field
science programs, after school science programs and summer science camp experiences
for hundreds of Town of Avon students on an annual basis. These experiences improve
students’ educational outcomes in science and reconnect them to the outdoors,
providing a myriad of physical, intellectual and emotional benefits.
The interpretive services available to locals and visitors on our campus, at the US Forest
Service visitors center, at campgrounds, trailheads and at the Discovery Center on Vail
Mountain are provided by Walking Mountains. These experiences significantly improve
guest experiences and offer alternative sources of recreation for those interested in
“green”, “active” and “educational” offerings.
The majority of our programs, which benefit residents and visitors alike, are provided for
no charge or are heavily subsidized by our fundraising efforts. It is our target, based
upon a review of national averages and the Denver Museum of Nature and Science’s
funding relationship with surrounding municipalities and counties, to raise 25% of our
annual operating revenues from government sources including federal, state, county
and local municipal.
10. If applicable, what marketing efforts will be made for this event or program and
how will it benefit the Town.
Walking Mountains Science Center actively markets its programs and special events in
Avon through e-communications with a substantial list of constituents state-wide, a
strong social media presence, by radio and newspaper advertisements. Our programs
that are run in partnership with brands such as the Denver Museum of Nature and
Science, John Fielder and Patagonia are also marketed in a much broader effort through
their established marketing channels.
Walking Mountains Science Center has attracted attention from funders, government,
corporations and media from around the United States. Our center has been awarded
LEED Platinum certification, making it one of the most sustainably designed and built
science centers in the US. This designation places it on a select national registry of
buildings with potential interest of builders and developers.
We are also a national model for how nonprofit organizations can partner with school
districts to help them achieve their goals of providing a superior education for their
students.
We have worked with the CO Department of Tourism to market our facility throughout
the state and the US. Visitors from all 50 states and internationally have already visited
to take advantage of our services.
11. Include a description of any ʺin‐kindʺ contributions and related cost that the
Town of Avon provides to your organization, including but not limited to: land,
buildings, and
their facilities and/or services.
The Town of Avon does not currently provide in kind contributions but we welcome the
opportunity to engage in a discussion regarding winter maintenance of Walking
Mountains Lane (connecting to Buck Creek Road).
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You have made a commitment to students, teachers, families and
adults who live in or visit the Town of Avon. This report describes the
programs that you are funding at Walking Mountains Science Center
and provides statistics to help you understand the impact of your
support.
Walking Mountains Science Center
318 Walking Mountains Lane, Avon, CO
(970) 306‐0561
dougd@walkingmountains.org
Programs you are funding in 2015
Walking Mountains Science Center
Number served FY2015 8,939 Contact hours FY2015 10,086
We’ve invested significant resources ($14.5 M) to bring a world class natural science center to
students, teachers, families and adults who live in or visit the Town of Avon. Our center, which is open
to the public year round, boasts a LEED Platinum design, a state of the art interactive exhibit hall, smart
classrooms, community meeting spaces, interpretive trails, outdoor classrooms and more draws people
from around the United States.
Walking Mountains Science Center is the site for several activities including:
Informal Science Programs These visitors, from our community and around the US, can
explore our interpretive trails with special packs that we provide, enjoy our state of the
art interactive exhibits, join us for a naturalist guided hike, access the backcountry on
their own , or simply relax or picnic on our grounds. These activities are all free of
charge and again, available year round.
Hiking Programs Programs such as morning bird walks, lunch picnic loops and après
ridge walks expose residents and visitors, through shorter naturalists guided hikes, to
the natural wonders right here in our town.
Adult Seminars and Classes These programs, led by highly qualified guest instructors,
cover topics such as Geology, Botany, Medicinal Plants, Fossil Exploration, Nature
Photography, Watercolor Interpretation and more.
Family Programs These programs include our popular Earth Explorers for 1st and 2nd
graders, EarthKeepers for parents and children 3 to 5, Nature Tykes for parents and
children 6 months to 2 years as well as special family offerings in partnership with the
Denver Museum of Nature and Science.
Astronomy Programs These programs, open to people of all ages, are free of charge
and teach people about the use of telescopes and the night sky.
Science Behind Series In the monthly Science Behind series, Walking Mountains
partners with a guest instructor to explore the science behind factors in our everyday
lives. Classes are free or low cost to attend.
Field Science Programs
|Number served FY2015 3,505 Contact hours FY2015 27,651
Much of the work we do in the community is centered on Eagle County School District students.
We now provide field science programs to over 3,000 K‐12 students annually at 23 public, private and
charter schools in our district. These heavily subsidized programs take place outdoors and are carefully
aligned with state and district science standards in order to maximize the benefit for the students, their
teachers and our district.
Highly interactive and hands on, our programs are based upon the scientific method. Because
of this, they prepare students for success in biology, chemistry, physics, mathematics and other STEM
fields.
These programs begin with pre‐visits to the student’s regular classroom so that our instructors
can coordinate with the lessons the regular classroom teacher is covering. Following the pre‐visit,
students join us at our campus or at a remote field site for a full day in the field where they design
studies, collect data, analyze the results and report on them. We conclude the experience by providing
post field visit materials and direction for the classroom teacher.
Our grade specific Field Science Program topics include:
Biodiversity Research
Botany
Sustainable Energy
Ecosystems
Geology
Meteorology
Geomorphology
Wildlife Biology
Outcomes
Our student assessment program, now in its 11th year, measures changes in scientific literacy
and interest as a result of participation in Walking Mountains programs. With the recent creation and
implementation of a new evaluation plan, we are now conducting regular assessment of all students in
grades 3, 5, 7 and 8.
During the most recent school year, consistent increases in scientific literacy were found for all
assessed students, ranging from an average of a 157% increase for students in our 7th grade ecology
program to a 36% gain for students in our 3rd grade Snow Science program.
Representative data from Avon Elementary School assessments:
AES ‐ 3rd Grade Snow Science 25
Pre‐
Test
AVG
Post‐
Test
AVG
Change
in Score
%
Change
Tested students (raw score) 20 6.25 8.85 2.60 42%
All students (% Score) 100%=8 20 63%89%26%42%
Scores by Race
White 3 5.67 8.67 3.00 53%
Black
Asian
Hispanic 15 6.33 9.27 2.93 46%
Mixed 1 6.00 6.00 0.00 0%
Other
No race given 1 7.00 6.00 ‐1.00 ‐14%
Scores by Gender
Males 6 7.50 7.83 0.33 4%
Females 14 5.71 9.29 3.57 63%
Scores by Language
English 1 7.00 8.00 1.00 14%
Spanish 7 7.14 9.57 2.43 34%
Spanish & English 12 5.67 8.50 2.83 50%
Other
No language given
Attitude Change
Average 0.01
AES ‐ 5th Grade Sustainability 41
Pre‐
Test
AVG
Post‐
Test
AVG
Change
in Score
%
Change
Tested students (raw score) 37 6.09 7.51 1.42 23%
Tested students (% Score)
100%=8 37 51%63%12%23%
Scores by Race
White
Black 1 9.00 9.00 0.00 0%
Asian
Hispanic 36 6.01 7.47 1.46 24%
Mixed
Other
No race given
Scores by Gender
Males 16 5.22 7.13 1.91 37%
Females 21 6.76 7.81 1.05 15%
Scores by Language
English 1 9.00 9.00 0.00 0%
Spanish 17 5.97 6.88 0.91 15%
Spanish & English 19 6.05 8.00 1.95 32%
Other
No Language given
Attitude Change
Average 0.01
Consistent gains were also found in a survey of student attitudes relating to science and the outdoors.
Additional information about specific outcomes on assessment measures is available upon request.
Summer Science Camps
Number served FY2015 495 Contact hours FY2015 14,972
Our nationally recognized summer science camps provide opportunities for hundreds of 1st
through 12th grade students annually to reconnect to the outdoors, challenge themselves physically and
engage in high quality natural science education. Students who participate in these camps report
increased interest in science and being outdoors.
Summer Science Camp topics include:
1st and 2nd grade
Volcanoes, Caves and Canyons
Beavers and Builders
Winged Wonders
3rd and 4th grade
Earthquakes, Layers and Landforms
Surviving the Wild
Water Wizards
5th and 6th grade
Adventure Seekers
Farm to Table
7th and 8th grade
Sustainable Design
Ridge to River
Magic Bus Program
Number served FY2015 277 Contact hours FY2015 277
The Magic Bus program is conducted through a partnership with the Vail Valley Foundation. It
literally allows us to meet preschool and young grade school students where they live to provide
important science and reading activities that will help to make them more successful as they enter
traditional classrooms.
This mobile classroom visits several sites throughout our valley with the intent of reaching those
students most at risk educationally. Many of the students we serve are learning English as a second
language and this experience proves invaluable in helping them maintain pace with their classmates.
The educational activities, led by our talented naturalists, include interactive educational games,
exploration of topic related literature, focused outdoor exploration and more.
After School Programs
Number served FY2015 141 Contact hours FY2015 4,972
Our Girls in Science Program is now offered at 5 Elementary schools in our district and serves
over 150 students annually. This weekly hour and half long experience is aligned with district science
standards and taught by our talented graduate fellow educators.
Girls in Science allows girls to explore topics such as biology, engineering, and botany in a
nurturing environment at their own schools. Girls have traditionally been underrepresented in these
fields and programs such as this have proved to be effective in addressing this shortfall.
STEM Leadership Academy
Number served FY2015 92 Contact hours FY2015 3,864
The after school STEM Leadership Academy, in its first year, challenges middle school students
in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) through hands‐on curriculum inspired by student
interest and current science standards.
The STEM Leadership Academy seeks to inspire the next generation of STEM innovators by
providing youth the access to and confidence in STEM topics, skills, and tools. Additionally, students
assume leadership roles in group work and project development. Currently a sixth grade program, the
STEM Leadership Academy will expand to include seventh grade in the fall of 2014 and then eighth
grade in the fall of 2015.
High School Internships
Number served FY2015 12 Contact hours FY2015 2,880
Our competitive High School internship program allows a small group of juniors and seniors in
our district to engage in meaningful field science experiments in partnership with the US Forest Service.
Students learn first hand about experiment design, data collection, field observation techniques and
more from experienced practitioners in the field. The data they collect is used in real world application
to solve issues currently facing our BLM lands.
These experiences allow high school students to experience a possible career field first hand, to
contribute to the scientific body of knowledge and to fulfill requirements for college applications.
Sustainable Community Film Series/Wild & Scenic Film Festival
Number served FY2015 750 Contact hours FY2015 1,312
The 2014‐15 Sustainable Community Film Series (SCFS) was a tremendous success. Nine films
were shown at a variety of locations including Loaded Joe’s in Avon, Walking Mountains Science Center,
and Nottingham Park with over 750 attendees for the entire series. This was an increase in attendance
by more than 250 from the year before. As a result of continuing the films on the first Tuesday of every
month at Loaded Joe’s, Film Series attendance grew with an average of 75 attendees per film, with the
highest being 115 attendees. Loaded Joe’s has shown a 75% increase in sales on a film night compared
to a non‐film night. Both Loaded Joe’s and the Dusty Boot have asked to be included in the next series
starting in November 2015.
In the SCFS 2014‐15 we had included two additional films, one at Walking Mountains Science
Center and one at Nottingham Park, per Town of Avon request. The Nottingham park venue did allow us
to reach a different audience that had not attended our other films. However, there were concerns with
the use of an outdoor venue overall; weather and setup were big factors. In the future hosting films at
indoor venues seems to be the most favorable choice.
The September 4th Wild & Scenic Film Festival, to be held at the Westin Riverfront, is almost
entirely supported by the Town of Avon. In addition there is support from the Wild & Scenic Film
curators, local Patagonia stores, and the Westin Riverfront. Marketing for the Festival is well‐underway
with posters, newspaper advertisements, radio, website, social media, and tickets available at several
locations. We anticipate a successful event and would like to build on this momentum with another Film
Festival during 2016 with support from Town of Avon.
Please feel free to contact us if you have questions about any part of this report, would like to share
your input as a donor, or if you’d like to schedule a personal program visit‐ we’d be glad to arrange it.
Thank you for your very important support that makes these programs possible.
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Accrual Basis
Walking Mountains Science Center
Profit & Loss Budget vs. Actual Annual Operating
July 2014 through June 2015
Jul '14 - Jun 15 Budget $ Over Budget % of Budget
Ordinary Income/Expense
Income
4030 · Corporate Contributions 147,256 109,106 38,150 135%
4050 · Foundation Contributions 222,797 182,991 39,806 122%
4090 · Government Contributions 61,770 105,817 -44,047 58%
4110 · Individual Contributions 994,799 755,564 239,235 132%
4130 · In-Kind Donation 28,511 41,204 -12,693 69%
4140 · Special Events Inkind Donation 8,560 14,500 -5,940 59%
4210 · Program Fees 799,152 670,477 128,675 119%
4270 · Other Income 6,651 10,200 -3,549 65%
4500 · Store Sales Income 24,987 32,650 -7,663 77%
Total Income 2,294,483 1,922,509 371,974 119%
Gross Profit 2,294,483 1,922,509 371,974 119%
Expense
6000 · Accounting 16,160 17,400 -1,240 93%
6020 · Advertising & Marketing 53,567 78,554 -24,987 68%
6040 · Bank and Finance Charges 590 300 290 197%
6060 · Board & Committee Ops.165 850 -685 19%
6080 · Capital Improvements 18,500
6100 · Computer Support 52,491 58,400 -5,909 90%
6140 · Contract Services 139,569 79,760 59,809 175%
6150 · Credit Card Fees 9,489 6,200 3,289 153%
6160 · Donor Cultivation/Stewardship 2,204 3,370 -1,166 65%
6180 · Dues & Subscriptions 3,585 5,769 -2,184 62%
6220 · Employees
6240 · Employee Benefits 78,253 83,954 -5,701 93%
6250 · IRA Employer Contribution 15,235 21,872 -6,637 70%
6260 · Payroll Tax Expenses 80,732 72,689 8,043 111%
6270 · Worker's Comp Insurance 7,145
6275 · Payroll Processing Fees 1,643
6280 · Salaries & Wages 1,055,285 1,025,504 29,781 103%
Total 6220 · Employees 1,238,293 1,204,019 34,274 103%
6290 · Energy Rebate 72,255 63,000 9,255 115%
6300 · Small Equipment 1,656 10,450 -8,794 16%
6320 · Fees & Permits 20,304 13,675 6,629 148%
6340 · First Aid Supplies 4,484 4,750 -266 94%
6360 · Food Supplies 11,841 12,740 -899 93%
6380 · In-Kind Expense 28,511 41,204 -12,693 69%
6400 · Insurance 25,593 33,000 -7,407 78%
6420 · Interest Expense 25,088 0 25,088 100%
6440 · Legal 0 300 -300 0%
6460 · Library Supplies 558 1,338 -780 42%
6480 · Meals & Entertainment 4,043 6,155 -2,112 66%
6490 · Special Events Food & Entertain 47,707 44,750 2,957 107%
6540 · Office Supplies 5,724 4,005 1,719 143%
6550 · Store Inventory Expense 16,368 17,500 -1,132 94%
6560 · Postage 6,137 4,430 1,707 139%
6580 · Printing & Copying 27,761 28,306 -545 98%
6600 · Professional Development 16,341 14,870 1,471 110%
6620 · Program Supplies 36,418 36,050 368 101%
6640 · Recognition & Awards 6,730 4,200 2,530 160%
6660 · Recruitment 4,250 1,953 2,297 218%
6680 · Rent 0 0 0 0%
6700 · Repairs & Maintenance
Trash & Recycling 1,184 1,200 -16 99%
Mechanical Systems Maintenance 11,133 11,500 -367 97%
Snow Removal 3,886 2,000 1,886 194%
Landscaping 14,435 15,000 -565 96%
Cleaning 17,454 18,304 -850 95%
6700 · Repairs & Maintenance - Other 6,595 4,560 2,035 145%
Total 6700 · Repairs & Maintenance 54,687 52,564 2,123 104%
6710 · Special Events Inkind Expense 8,560 14,500 -5,940 59%
6720 · Telephone 10,668 10,800 -132 99%
6740 · Travel & Lodging 10,809 9,095 1,714 119%
6760 · Uniforms 6,709 3,765 2,944 178%
6780 · Utilities 11,600 13,920 -2,320 83%
6800 · Vehicle Operations 17,506 15,575 1,931 112%
Total Expense 2,016,921 1,917,517 99,404 105%
Net Ordinary Income 277,562 4,992 272,570 5,560%
Other Income/Expense
Other Income
4230 · Unrealized Gains/Losses 3,104
4250 · Interest/Div Income 389 220 169 177%
Total Other Income 3,493 220 3,273 1,588%
Net Other Income 3,493 220 3,273 1,588%
Net Income 281,055 5,212 275,843 5,392%
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FY 2016 Operating Budget
July 1, 2015 - June 30, 2016
Income
4030 · Corporate Contributions 134,306
4050 · Foundation Contributions 242,839
4090 · Government Contributions 66,548
4110 · Individual Contributions 1,061,931
4130 · In-Kind Donation 60,771
4210 · Program Fees 793,644
4270 · Other Income 81,822
4500 · Store Sales Income 27,274
Total Income 2,469,134
Expense
6000 · Accounting 17,400
6020 · Advertising & Marketing 82,482
6040 · Bank and Finance Charges 300
6060 · Board & Committee Ops.850
6100 · Computer Support 40,880
6140 · Contract Services 121,000
6150 · Credit Card Fees 8,610
6160 · Donor Cultivation/Stewardship 3,707
6180 · Dues & Subscriptions 5,769
6220 · Employees -
6240 · Employee Benefits 113,615
6250 · IRA Employer Contribution 33,118
6260 · Payroll Expenses 97,656
6280 · Salaries & Wages 1,384,409
Total 6220 · Employees 1,628,797
6290 · Energy Rebate 65,000
6300 · Equipment 15,450
6320 · Fees & Permits 16,417
6340 · First Aid Supplies 7,750
6360 · Food Supplies 14,014
6380 · In-Kind Expense 41,204
6400 · Insurance 34,650
6390 · Interest Expense -
6440 · Legal 300
6460 · Library Supplies 1,472
6480 · Meals & Entertainment 11,000
6490 · Special Events Food & Entertain 46,988
6540 · Office Supplies 5,250
6550 · Store Inventory Expense 18,375
6560 · Postage 5,500
6580 · Printing & Copying 31,137
6600 · Professional Development 29,357
6620 · Program Supplies 39,655
6640 · Recognition & Awards 6,000
6660 · Recruitment 2,148
6700 · Repairs & Maintenance 69,920
6710 · Special Events Inkind Expense 14,500
6720 · Telephone 11,340
6740 · Travel & Lodging 23,500
6760 · Uniforms 9,222
6780 · Utilities 14,616
6800 · Vehicle Operations 24,575
Total Expense 2,469,134
4250 · Interest/Div Income 220
Net Ordinary Income 220
Fundraising Income 1,505,624
2016 Community Grant Request
&
Town of Avon Grant Review Committee Recommendation
NAME OF ORGANIZATION: Beaver Creek Resort Company – 2016 Xterra Mountain
Championships
CONTACT: Jeremy Gross
NON-PROFIT, PROFIT OR OTHER: Non-profit
2015 COMMUNITY GRANT AWARD, IF ANY: $2,500
2016 COMMUNITY GRANT REQUEST: $5,000
APPLICANT
REQUEST COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION
$5,000 $2,000
In-kind -
Lifeguards;
Permitted use of Park
and Lake; Police;
Volunteer assistance;
Bridge banner
Lake and Park Use, Volunteer
Assistance Only
COMMITTEE COMMENTS:
• Recommendation:
• Award $2, 500 as done last year; application provides no information for an increased
need
• Award lake and park use and volunteers for in-kind support equal to 2015 in-kind
contribution
• Profit and Loss Statement not provided as required by application; sentence in
application materials identifies $16,400 net loss from the 2015 event
2016 Town of Avon Community Funding Request
2016 Xterra Mountain Championships
1. Contact information:
- Organization: Beaver Creek Resort Company – 2016 Xterra Mountain Championships
- Contact: Jeremy Gross
- Phone: (970) 845-5288
- Email: jgross@vailresorts.com
- Mailing Address: PO Box 5390, Avon, CO 81620
2. FY15 Progress Report:
• The 2015 Xterra Mountain Championships took place on the weekend of July 18th. The
event was very well received by all of the stakeholders including Team Unlimited, the
athletes and other village guests.
• A total of 649 athletes participated in the event this year.
o Triathlon – 311
o Trail Run – 219
o Kids – 119
• 2015 XTERRA Mountain Championship - Economic Impact Information
o Estimated overall economic impact to Vail Valley - $767,254.29
o Estimated Overall Economic Impact to Town of Avon - $306,000
o Average Per Person Spending by Out-of-town participants
i. $263.92 Food & Beverage
ii. $456.31 Lodging
iii. $151.63 Retail Shopping
iv. $158.70 Transportation
v. $150.65 Attractions/Entertainment
vi. $1,182.21 Total
o Average party size: 2.75
o Average nights at Beaver Creek Resort: 1.75
o Average nights in Colorado: 3.22
o Accommodation Type:
I. Condo 31%
II. Hotel/resort 51%
III. Friends/Family 15%
o Where did you stay?
I. Avon 33%
II. Beaver Creek 31%
III. Edwards 12%
IV. Vail 10%
V. Eagle 5%
3. Description & Purpose of the Organization: The Beaver Creek Resort Company of
Colorado combines a homeowners’ association and a resort association with some municipal
services added. The Resort Company, a Colorado non-profit corporation, incorporated on April
30, 1979, was designed to help Beaver Creek become and remain a unique resort
community. By virtue of its Articles of Incorporation, the Resort Company is vested with a wide
range of responsibilities and authority. It was created to perform certain functions and to
manage certain property for the common benefit of property owners and businesses within
Beaver Creek. Today, these functions include: Marketing, Special Events, Central Reservations,
Transportation, Municipal Services and Community Quality.
4. Event Description: The Xterra Off-road Triathlon has been coming to Beaver Creek and the
Town of Avon for many years. It is the official Mountain Championship event on the tour which
qualifies over 40 athletes to compete in the World Championships held in Hawaii each year.
Being a Championship event, it draws elite athletes from around the world. This event is also
the only championship distance open water swim within the region and therefor draws a lot of
athletes looking for racing opportunities before traveling to other out of state open water races.
This event is only possible because of the resources and support of the Town of Avon and the
use of Nottingham Lake for the swim portion of the event.
5. Funding Request: $5000
6. Other Funding: ≈$25,000 Beaver Creek Resort Company, ≈$2,500 East West Resorts
7. Anticipated FY16 Budget: Expenses for 2015 Budgeted at $25,000. Potential income from
community sponsorship of $7500.
8. 2015 Final P&L: Expenses ≈$21,400. Sponsorship $5000. $16,400 Net Loss.
9. Benefits to Avon:
• As the start and swim location for the Xterra Mountain Championships, Avon gets great
exposure to all of the athletes, family and friends, who visit the town for the event.
• Exposure is also gained through the year round marketing efforts of Team Unlimited and
the Xterra Brand.
• Many local businesses are impacted positively during the event for lodging,
entertainment, dining, and retail. Many of the athletes who come each year have built
relationships with local businesses and return each year including Bobs Place, Venture
Sports, etc.
10. Marketing Efforts:
• Comprehensive regional, national and international marketing is produced for the event
and managed by Team Unlimited. Marketing channels include;
o Press Releases
o Email blasts to all Xterra Athletes Nationwide
o Social Media Postings
1. Facebook- Over 45,000 fans
2. Twitter- Over 15,000 followers
3. Comprehensive regional and national marketing through Beaver Creek’s
summer event marketing buy.
11. In Kind Contributions:
• Lifeguards
• Permitted use of the Park and Nottingham Lake
• Police for road crossing of Highway 6
• Volunteer assistance
• Bridge Banner
TOWN COUNCIL REPORT
To: Honorable Mayor Jennie Fancher and Town Council
From: Preston Neill, Executive Assistant to the Town Manager
Date: September 22, 2015
Agenda Topic: Presentation of 2015 Town of Avon Community Survey Draft Report
SUMMARY:
The Town of Avon conducted a Community Survey this summer to gauge citizen and business opinion
regarding the direction of the Town, its services and activities, and vision for future development for
living and working in Avon. Research & Polling, Inc. (RPI) was selected as the consultant to design and
conduct the survey.
The 2015 Town of Avon Community Survey was mailed to all residential households and businesses in
Avon in early August with the survey deadline identified as August 30th. The survey was provided in
both English and Spanish formats and respondents were also provided with an online completion
option. In an update provided by Brian Sanderoff with RPI on September 9th, he indicated that RPI
received 728 completed surveys.
At Tuesday’s Council meeting, Brian will present an overview of the survey process and the Draft
Report. Outcomes are expected to be valuable for strategic planning, community and economic
development, public education and budgeting purposes.
REMAINING SCHEDULE:
The remaining timeline for completion of the 2015 Town of Avon Community Survey is provided below:
September 22, 2015 Presentation of Draft Report to Town Council
September 29, 2015 Final Report Delivered
ATTACHMENT:
2015 Town of Avon Community Survey Draft Report
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SEPTEMBER 2015
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
I. INTRODUCTION ..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 3
METHODOLOGY ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 4
II. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 6
III. SUMMARY OF RESULTS........................................................................................................................................................................................ 10
IV. DATA TABLES ................................................................................................................................................................................................... 38
V. DEMOGRAPHICS ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 121
VI. QUESTIONNAIRE .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 124
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I. INTRODUCTION
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METHODOLOGY
This research study was commissioned by the Town of Avon, Colorado in order to assess the perceptions and attitudes of local residents, second homeowners, and Avon
business owners regarding community values, growth impacts, economic development, land use policies, recreation amenities, and special events and festivals. This survey also
measured residents’ satisfaction levels with Town services. In total, 728 surveys were completed via mail, the hosted Internet survey, and by telephone.
THE INTERVIEW
LIST COMPILATION
Research & Polling, Inc. (RPI) utilized the Eagle County Assessor’s property owner
list, the Eagle County Clerk’s registered voter file, and the business directory located
on Avon’s website to compile a master list of names and mailing addresses of Avon
residents, second homeowners, and business owners/managers. After compiling a
master list, RPI removed duplicate records in order to ensure each household
received only one survey. Businesses on the master list with an out-of-state address
were removed from the list and did not receive a survey.
SURVEY DISTRIBUTION
Households: A total of 3,345 personalized survey packets containing an
introduction letter in both English and Spanish, paper survey with unique password,
and pre-paid business reply envelope were mailed to local residents, second
homeowners, and Avon businesses owners (commercial property owners)
identified on RPI’s master list on August 5th, 2015. The unique password included in
the mailing allowed household members the option of completing the Community
Survey online, via an RPI hosted website. A survey link was also posted on the
Town’s website. Second homeowners who own a property in Avon but receive mail
out-of-state were included in the mailing. If, for any reason, an Avon resident did
not receive a survey packet due to not being included on RPI’s master list, surveys
were available for in-person pick up at Avon Town Hall. Residents could also call
Preston Neill, Executive Assistant to the Town Manager, and receive a password to
access the online survey by verifying their residency.
The introduction letter in Spanish stated that residents could request a copy of the
survey instrument in Spanish by calling a telephone number listed on the letter. A
Spanish version of the online survey was also made available.
Businesses: Business owners/managers were identified using two different sources:
1) the Eagle County Assessor’s list, in which commercial property owners are listed
and 2) the business directory located on Avon’s website. Both lists were combined
and duplicate records were removed. A total of 230 emails were sent to businesses
listed on the online Avon directory on August 5th, 2015 and reminder emails were
sent on August 20th, 2015. Businesses listed on the Assessor’s list were mailed
survey packets.
Renters: RPI also worked with representatives from Polar Star Properties, a local
property management company, to reach predominantly Spanish speaking renters
in two large housing complexes in Avon. Representatives from Polar Star Properties
were given survey packets with paper copies of the survey instrument in both
Spanish and English and performed a hand delivery to 362 tenants (294 at
Eaglebend and 68 at Buffalo Ridge) on August 18th, 2015. These renters had the
option of filling out a paper survey or completing the survey online in Spanish or
English via a unique password provided to them.
Telephone Interviews: As a supplement to the Internet and mail surveys that were
conducted using the above mentioned master list, RPI committed to completing
100 telephone interviews among historically undercounted populations such as
Hispanics, young adults, and renters. RPI compiled telephone numbers of Avon
residents using the local phone book and the Eagle County Clerk’s registered voter
file to conduct the telephone interviews.
STEPS TAKEN TO INCREASE RESPONSE RATE
In order to track survey participation and ensure each household completed only
one survey, a unique, one-time use, password was printed on each paper survey.
This password could also be used to complete an online version of the Community
Survey via an RPI hosted website or on the Town’s website via a link to the survey,
or be mailed back to RPI’s office in Albuquerque, New Mexico using the business
reply envelope included in the survey packet. As residents began returning paper
surveys or completing the online version, RPI tracked the passwords of those who
had not yet completed the survey.
A postcard reminder was sent to non-respondents on August 21st, 2015. Business
owners who did not complete the survey were sent an email reminder on August
20th, 2015. The Town of Avon also sent out two email reminders/notifications to
contacts available via their internal LISTSERV.
In an effort to further increase the response rate, telephone interviews were
conducted among 100 Avon households utilizing phone numbers listed on the
registered voter file, as well as in the Avon phone book.
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RESPONSE RATE
Surveys Sent Source
3,345
Master list of local residents, second
homeowners, and commercial property
owners identified via the Eagle County
Assessor list and Eagle County
registered voter file
362 Renters in the Eaglebend and Buffalo
Ridge apartment complexes
230 Business owners/managers from Avon
business directory
As shown above, RPI mailed 3,345 Avon Community surveys to local residents,
second homeowners, and commercial property owners via a master list comprised
of the Eagle County Assessor list and Eagle County registered voter file. Additionally,
362 surveys were hand delivered to residents of the Eaglebend and Buffalo Ridge
apartment complexes. Two hundred and thirty business owners/managers located
on the Avon licensed business directory were emailed the survey.
In total, 3,937 surveys were mailed, hand delivered, and emailed to local residents,
second homeowners, commercial property owners, and business
owners/managers. Of the 3,937 surveys that were mailed and emailed, 221 were
undeliverable. A total of 628 surveys were completed among those distributed via
the above mentioned methods, yielding a response rate of 17%.
The above mentioned survey completions and response rate does not include the
100 interviews conducted via telephone. Including the 100 telephone interviews, a
total of 728 Community surveys were completed.
SAMPLE BIAS
In any survey, there are some respondents who did not return a completed survey
or speak to the professional interviewer. A lower response rate among certain types
of individuals can result in a sample wherein certain types of individuals are over-
represented or under-represented. The potential for sampling bias increases as the
response rate decreases.
As is the case with all Community Surveys, certain demographic groups were less
likely to complete the Avon Community surveys. Despite RPI’s efforts to provide
respondents with multiple ways to participate (mail, hand delivery, Internet, Avon
website, and telephone), the groups less likely to participate were local residents
who are younger, lower income, and Hispanic. By increasing the weight of the
surveys from these undercounted groups we can mitigate, but not completely
eliminate the bias created by response rate variation. Surveys completed among
full-time residents were weighted by age, income, and gender.
THE REPORT
This report summarizes the results from each question in the survey and reports on
any variances in attitude or perception, where significant, among demographic
subgroups. The subgroups examined in this report include:
• Gender
• Age
• Ethnicity
• Household income
• Education attainment level
• Area of Town
• Children in the household
• Residency status
• Length of residency
• Home/business ownership status
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II. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
This research study was commissioned by the Town of Avon in order to assess the perceptions and attitudes of local residents, second homeowners, and Avon
business owners regarding community values, growth impacts, economic development, land use policies, recreation amenities, and special events and festivals.
This survey also measured residents’ satisfaction levels with Town services.
OVERALL QUALITY OF LIFE
The vast majority (86%) of respondents rate the overall quality of life in Avon highly, with 38% giving a rating of excellent. One-in-ten have a neutral opinion, and
just 3% rate the overall quality of life in Avon poorly.
“Enjoy living in a small town with the small town atmosphere. We have all the amenities we need. Lake is phenomenal and has been a huge draw to visitors far
and wide. 'We're on the map!'”
“The Town of Avon is ideally located, situated between skiing, outdoor recreation, resorts, dining, culture, and other resources.”
“It is a safe community for my family, great people, beautiful setting.”
“The sense of community, the size of town, and the facilities we have available to residents, from transit to the rec center and use of the lake.”
SATISFACTION WITH TOWN SERVICES
Overall, local residents, second homeowners, and business owners/managers are satisfied with services provided by the Town. For example, between
approximately three-quarters and nine-in-ten respondents express satisfaction with park maintenance, snow removal, recreational activities and features at
Nottingham Park and Lake, and road/street maintenance. Further, approximately two-thirds of respondents express satisfaction with the free bus service,
special events and festivals, recreation center facilities, and recreational center programs.
Although the majority of residents are also satisfied with the ability to safely walk and bike in Avon, many residents have mixed feelings or are dissatisfied,
indicating that these may be areas of special attention for Avon officials.
“Town is clean, safe, and aesthetically pleasing. Nottingham Park keeps getting better with the addition of the beach, disc golf, and the new stage.”
“Better way to access the West side of Avon with the East side of Avon for walkers and cyclists. The main street off of I-70 is very busy most of the time.”
PRIORITIES TO IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF LIFE IN AVON
Connectivity of biking/multi-use paths and sidewalks in Avon are among the top priorities of survey respondents, as approximately seven-in-ten respondents
rate these infrastructure issues as high priorities.
Approximately half of respondents rate transit issues (more parking spaces in the commercial areas of town and increased/improved bus service) and providing
more public bathrooms around Nottingham Park/Lake as high priorities to improve the quality of life in Avon.
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Further, when it comes to an elevated walkway over Avon Road, expanding the recreation center, creating a dog park, building one or more parking structures,
and a town convention/community center, respondents are equally as likely to say these should be low priorities as they are to say they should be high
priorities. It should be noted that renters are more likely than primary homeowners and second homeowners to say most of the items tested are high priorities.
“It would be nice if it were more pedestrian friendly.”
“The roundabouts are very confusing/dangerous to pedestrians, bikers, and motorists. Traffic pattern somehow needs to change.”
“The town traffic pattern should be slowed down along the main artery between the highway and Beaver Creek so that pedestrian traffic can cross more easily. A
bicycle lane along the road up to Wildridge would allow safer travel up to the main residential area of Avon.”
“Bus service on the North side of I-70 - Wildridge area needed”
“The absence of public transportation contributes to increased traffic and pressure on parking spaces.”
SERVICES AND BUSINESSES NEEDED IN AVON
Overall, the majority of survey respondents did not feel as though any additional services or businesses are vitally needed in town, as approximately half say
more casual dining options, a movie theater, and a higher-end grocery store are needed. Approximately two-fifths say a greater variety of retail shops, a local
brewery/brew pub, a deli/specialty food store, more health care services and facilities, and more fine dining options are needed. Approximately three-in-ten
respondents say more art galleries, a marijuana dispensary, and more trade services are needed.
POLICE AND PUBLIC SAFETY
Overall, nearly all (93%) survey respondents say they feel safe in their neighborhoods. Further, the vast majority (74%) expresses satisfaction with the police
services in town. When it comes to the amount of police patrol both within and outside of the commercial, shopping, and dining center of Avon, the majority of
survey respondents say there is the right amount of police patrol. However, 13% say there is too much police patrol within the commercial, shopping, and dining
center of Avon, while 18% say there is too much police patrol outside of the commercial, shopping, and dining center of Avon.
“Police - always friendly, I feel very safe, so great job.”
“Police should be less interested in writing tickets and more involved in participating in community.”
HOUSING AND DEVELOPMENT ISSUES
The plurality (46%) of survey respondents feel that Avon should develop with both a focus as an upscale resort community and a focus on local families and
workers. One-third (34%) say the town should develop with a focus on workers and families, while 16% say the town should develop with a focus as an upscale
resort town. Not surprisingly, there is some disparity among population sub-groups, as those of higher socio-economic status and secondary homeowners are
more likely to say Avon should develop with a focus as an upscale resort community, while Hispanics, younger respondents, renters, those of lower socio-
economic status, and full-time residents say Avon should develop with more of a focus on local families and workers.
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“I appreciate the upgrades to the town, which have made our property values stronger and attracted a pleasing tourist/visitor. However, I would hate to become
a second Aspen or even Vail and present a lifestyle unobtainable by most. One of the allures for me when I bought was that the town wasn't pretentious and
housed local Coloradans.”
When it comes to affordable housing, approximately half of survey respondents say building more housing that is affordable to purchase by Avon workers
should be a high priority, while 41% say building additional affordable rental housing should be a high priority. There is also great disparity among population
subgroups regarding affordable housing, as renters, full-time residents, Hispanics, and those of lower socio-economic status are significantly more likely than
others to say affordable housing should be a high priority.
When it comes to short-term rentals, 44% of respondents say that short-term rentals are appropriate for their neighborhood, while 26% say they are not and
another 30% were unsure or say “it depends”. Further, residents are split on whether or not Avon should take a more active role in enforcing the rules and
regulations regarding short-term rentals. On the other hand, when it comes to long-term rentals, the majority (62%) of survey respondents agree that
homeowners should be able to divide a portion of their home into a separate living area (lock-off) for long-term rentals.
Additionally, the majority of residents agree that, for new commercial and residential developments, builders should be able to propose different designs and
styles.
“Provide more affordable housing options in Town, through development of smaller units. Affordable doesn't have to be deed restricted, but locals need more
places to live.”
FINAL THOUGHTS
Overall, local residents, second homeowners, and business owners/managers rate the quality of life highly in Avon, with nearly nine-in-ten residents giving a
positive rating. Half of respondents also rate relations between residents of different cultures and ethnic backgrounds positively, with only one-in-ten rating
racial relations poorly. There is good news in that nearly all respondents feel safe in their neighborhoods and are generally satisfied with the amount of police
patrol.
Respondents express satisfaction with town services. However, it should be noted that, when it comes to the ability to walk and bike safety in Avon, many
residents have mixed levels of satisfaction. Further, when it comes to priorities for improving the quality of life in Avon, approximately seven-in-ten respondents
say connecting bike/multi-use paths and connecting sidewalks should be high priorities. If the town prioritizes these items, there may be an increase in residents’
satisfaction levels with the ability to safely walk and bike in Avon.
When it comes to additional services needed in town, half or fewer survey respondents say any one of the services tested are needed in town, indicating that
many respondents may already be satisfied with the businesses and services available to them. However, when it comes to housing development issues,
respondents are less likely to agree on the direction that should be taken by the town, as there is great variation among population sub-groups. Further, short-
term rentals are another area in which many residents have differing views, or may simply lack the knowledge needed to make a determination on whether or
not these rentals are appropriate for their neighborhoods and should be more heavily regulated by town officials.
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III. SUMMARY OF RESULTS
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BEST QUALITY OF LIFE FEATURES IN AVON
TOP 11 UNAIDED RESPONSES
TOTAL SAMPLE (N=728)
LOCATION 20%
WALKABILITY 19%
PROXIMITY TO OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES 19%
TOWN PARKS/RECREATION CENTER/LIBRARY 14%
SMALL SIZE/SMALL TOWN FEEL 13%
VIEWS 10%
QUIET/PEACEFUL 9%
WELL MAINTAINED 8%
FEELING SAFE 7%
FRIENDLINESS OF PEOPLE 7%
NOTHING IN PARTICULAR 7% MEAN: †: 4.2
† THE MEAN SCORE IS DERIVED BY TAKING THE AVERAGE SCORE BASED ON THE 5-POINT SCALE. THE EXCELLENT RESPONSE IS
ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 5; THE VERY POOR RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 1. THE DON’T KNOW/WON’T SAY
RESPONSES ARE EXCLUDED FROM THE CALCULATION OF THE MEAN.
Avon residents, business owners, and second homeowners were asked, in an unaided, open-ended manner, what they like best about living in Avon or the
quality of life in Avon. It is interesting to note that three of the top eleven responses relate to the geography of Avon (location, proximity to outdoor activities,
and views), while seven of the top eleven responses relate to internal aspects of town life, such as walkability, town parks/recreation center/library, and small
size/small town feel.
One-fifth of respondents say they like the location (20%), walkability (19%) and the proximity to outdoor activities (19%) the best. Fourteen percent mention the
town parks, recreation center, and library, 13% mention the small size/small town feel, and 10% mention the views. Other frequently mentioned responses
include: quiet/peaceful (9%), well maintained (8%), feeling safe (7%), and friendliness of people (7%).
Avon residents, business owners, and second homeowners were asked, using a five-point scale where a score of five is excellent and a score of one is very poor,
to rate the overall quality of life in Avon. Nearly nine-in-ten (86%) respondents give high marks to the overall quality of life in Avon, with 38% giving a rating of
excellent. One-in-ten (11%) have mixed feelings, while just 3% give a poor rating to the overall quality of life.
Interestingly, Hispanics (59%), full-time residents (41%), and renters (50%) are more likely than others to rate the overall quality of life in Avon as excellent.
“Easygoing lifestyle. Great variety of activities and amenities in the area. Some ethnic diversity, which can be hard to find around here.”
“Good community. Safe to live in and I really like it.”
“I love the laid back lifestyle with endless outdoor activities.”
38%
48%
11%
2% 1%
0%
20%
40%
60%
EXCELLENT
5
4 3 2 VERY POOR
1
OVERALL QUALITY OF LIFE IN AVON
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PREFERRED CHANGES OVER THE NEXT FIVE YEARS
TOP 10 UNAIDED RESPONSES
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MORE WALKABLE DOWNTOWN 10%
INCREASED BUS SERVICE – ESPECIALLY TO WILDRIDGE 10%
BETTER/MORE RESTAURANTS 9%
MORE PEDESTRIAN SAFETY/ACCESS 8%
MORE RETAIL 7%
MORE BIKE LANES – ESPECIALLY ON METCALF ROAD 7%
MORE AFFORDABLE HOUSING OPTIONS 7%
MORE PARKING 5%
MORE EVENTS 5%
NOTHING IN PARTICULAR 14% MEAN: †: 3.6
† THE MEAN SCORE IS DERIVED BY TAKING THE AVERAGE SCORE BASED ON THE 5-POINT SCALE. THE EXCELLENT RESPONSE IS
ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 5; THE VERY POOR RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 1. THE DON’T KNOW/WON’T SAY
RESPONSES ARE EXCLUDED FROM THE CALCULATION OF THE MEAN.
Avon residents, business owners, and second homeowners were asked, in an unaided, open-ended manner, what changes, if any, they would like to see in
Avon over the next five years. Interestingly, five of the ten top responses relate to transit/transportation issues, such as more walkable downtown, increased
bus service, and more pedestrian safety/access.
One-in-ten mention a more walkable downtown or increased bus service, especially to Wildridge. Nine percent mention better/more restaurants, 8% mention
more pedestrian safety/access, and seven percent each mention more retail, more bike lanes (especially on Metcalf Road), and more affordable housing options.
Avon residents, business owners, and second homeowners were asked, using a five-point scale where a score of five is excellent and a score of one is very poor,
to rate the relations between residents of different cultures and ethnic backgrounds in Avon. Half of respondents give high marks to relations between
residents, with 15% giving a rating of excellent. One-third (32%) of respondents have mixed feelings and one-in-ten (11%) rate relations between residents of
different cultures and ethnic backgrounds poorly.
Those more likely than others to rate relations between residents of different cultures and ethnic backgrounds positively include:
• Males (56%) compared to females (44%)
• Hispanics (72%) compared to whites (49%)
• Older respondents compared to younger respondents
• Part-time residents (59%) compared to full-time residents (48%)
• Renters (58%) and second homeowners (59%) compared to primary
homeowners (45%)
15%
35% 32%
9%
2% 6%
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
50%
EXCELLENT
5
4 3 2 VERY POOR
1
DON'T KNOW/
WON'T SAY
RELATIONS BETWEEN RESIDENTS OF DIFFERENT CULTURES AND
ETHNIC BACKGROUNDS IN THE TOWN OF AVON
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OVERALL SATISFACTION WITH SERVICES PROVIDED BY THE TOWN OF AVON
(SUMMARY TABLE)
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RANKED BY HIGHEST “VERY SATISFIED”
VERY
SATISFIED
5 4 3 2
VERY
DISSATISFIED
1
DK/
WS MEAN†
PARK MAINTENANCE 52% 35% 8% 1% * 3% 4.4
SNOW REMOVAL ON ROADS IN AVON 51% 38% 6% 2% 1% 2% 4.4
RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES AND FEATURES AT NOTTINGHAM PARK
AND LAKE 41% 36% 14% 3% 1% 4% 4.2
ROAD/STREET MAINTENANCE 40% 42% 12% 2% 1% 3% 4.2
SPECIAL EVENTS AND FESTIVALS IN AVON 36% 33% 20% 5% 2% 4% 4.0
THE FREE BUS SERVICE PROVIDED BY AVON 36% 27% 17% 6% 3% 9% 4.0
RECREATION CENTER FACILITIES 34% 34% 20% 4% 1% 7% 4.0
RECREATION CENTER PROGRAMS PROVIDED BY THE TOWN OF
AVON 28% 33% 23% 4% 1% 12% 3.9
THE ABILITY TO SAFELY WALK AND CROSS STREETS IN AVON 28% 31% 23% 12% 4% 2% 3.7
THE ABILITY TO SAFELY BIKE IN AVON 24% 32% 25% 10% 3% 6% 3.7
* LESS THAN 1% REPORTED.
† THE MEAN SCORE IS DERIVED BY TAKING THE AVERAGE SCORE BASED ON THE 5-POINT SCALE. THE VERY SATISFIED RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 5; THE VERY DISSATISFIED RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 1. THE DON’T KNOW/WON’T SAY RESPONSES ARE
EXCLUDED FROM THE CALCULATION OF THE MEAN.
Avon residents, business owners, and second homeowners were asked, using a five-point scale where a score of five is very satisfied and a score of one is very
dissatisfied, to rate their satisfaction with various services provided by the Town of Avon. Overall, respondents are highly satisfied with park maintenance,
snow removal, recreational activities, and features at Nottingham Park and Lake, and road/street maintenance, as between 77% and 89% of residents express
satisfaction with each. Further, approximately two-thirds of respondents express satisfaction with the free bus service, special events and festivals, recreation
center facilities, and recreational center programs. Although the majority of residents are also satisfied with the ability to safely walk and bike in Avon, many
residents have mixed feelings or are dissatisfied, indicating that these may be areas of special attention for Avon officials.
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PARK MAINTENANCE
Nearly nine-in-ten (87%) respondents express satisfaction with park maintenance, with the majority (52%) saying they are very satisfied. Eight percent have
mixed feelings, and just 1% express dissatisfaction.
Those more likely than others to be very satisfied with park maintenance include Hispanics (71%), seniors (62%), those earning less than $30,000 (72%), and
renters (66%).
“I've loved seeing the park so busy this summer. The beach is great. I'd just like to see the area cared for and maintained. Also, I'd like to see more and improved
bathroom facilities in the park.”
“Nottingham Park is a nice center piece for the town.”
SNOW REMOVAL ON ROADS IN AVON
Nine-in-ten (89%) respondents express satisfaction with snow removal on roads in Avon, with the majority (51%) saying they are very satisfied. Just 6% of
respondents have mixed feelings, and 3% express dissatisfaction.
Those more likely than others to say they are very satisfied with snow removal on roads in Avon include seniors (64%), part-time residents (58%), and those
residing in the Wildridge/Metcalf Road area (60%). It should be noted that those in the Nottingham Road/Metcalf Road area are slightly more likely than others
to be dissatisfied (6%) with snow removal on roads.
“The snow removal is great. I know other areas of the valley struggle with this. We are in Wildridge and always feel that the roads are safe!”
“Excellent snow plowing department.”
RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES AND FEATURES AT NOTTINGHAM PARK AND LAKE
Over three-quarters (77%) of respondents express satisfaction with recreational activities and features at Nottingham Lake and Park, with 41% saying they are
very satisfied. Fourteen percent have mixed feelings, while just 4% express dissatisfaction with recreational activities and features at Nottingham Lake and Park.
Those more likely than others to say they are very satisfied include females (46%) and Hispanics (59%).
“The changes to Nottingham Lake in the past few years have made it much more attractive and usable. It's great to see it used by so many different people.”
ROAD AND STREET MAINTENANCE
Over eight-in-ten (82%) respondents express satisfaction with road and street maintenance, with two-fifths saying they are very satisfied. One-in-ten (12%) have
mixed feelings, and just 3% say they are dissatisfied.
Of note, seniors (50%) are more likely than others to say they are very satisfied with road and street maintenance, while those in the Aspens Mobile Home
Village and Westlake Village areas are less likely than others to say they are satisfied (a score of 4 or 5) with road and street maintenance.
“Excellent transportation and maintenance of the streets and sidewalks.”
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SPECIAL EVENTS AND FESTIVALS IN AVON
Seven-in-ten (69%) respondents express satisfaction with special events and festivals, with over one-third (36%) saying they are very satisfied. One-fifth has
mixed feelings, while just 7% express dissatisfaction.
Those more likely to say they are very satisfied with special events and festivals in Avon include females (40%), Hispanics (50%), part-time residents (41%),
second homeowners (42%), renters (53%), and those in the East commercial/residential core (49%) and Hurd Lane/Eaglebend areas (49%).
“While the plethora of events is a boon to Avon's economy, it takes the park away from the local residents that want to use it. Maybe cap the events in the park
to 2 weekends a month or on different days than the weekend when the park is used the most by the locals. The Wednesday concerts are great because they
bring locals into the park on an evening when the park is not traditionally busy.”
“The revival of Nottingham Lake is amazing. It is now usable. It is an awesome attraction for all to use, locals and guests. The theater turned out great. The
summer concerts are a great idea.”
“Have really enjoyed events at Nottingham Park so far.”
“Love the new stage with free concerts.”
“I think Avon should stop trying to be Vail. I would love to see more concerts/events like the new concert series on Wednesday nights. That was a great event.”
THE FREE BUS SERVICE PROVIDED IN AVON
Nearly two-thirds (63%) of respondents express satisfaction with the bus service, with 36% saying they are very satisfied. Seventeen percent have a neutral
opinion, while nearly one-in-ten (9%) express dissatisfaction.
Notably, certain demographic subgroups are more likely to be very satisfied with the free bus service including: females (41%), Hispanics (72%), seniors (50%),
those earning less than $30,000 (61%), part-time residents (44%), second homeowners (45%), renters (50%), and those in the East Commercial/Residential Core
(52%), West Commercial/Residential Core (53%), and Hurd Lane/Eaglebend (46%) areas.
Those more likely than others to express dissatisfaction include those ages 18 to 34 (12% dissatisfied), full-time residents (13% dissatisfied), primary
homeowners (14% dissatisfied), and those residing in the Wildridge/Wildwood area (19%).
“On call bus service to/from Wildridge is needed.”
“Bus service to Wildridge, please!”
“No bus service to Wildridge even though Wildridge residents pay taxes for it. Why not even a 'dial-a-ride' service?”
“Improve bus service for employees in Avon so that their lunch money stays in Avon.”
“Wish the bus route covered a larger area”.
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RECREATION CENTER FACILITIES
Nearly seven-in-ten (68%) respondents express satisfaction with recreation center facilities, with approximately one-third (34%) who say they are very satisfied.
One-fifth of respondents have a neutral opinion, and just 5% express dissatisfaction with recreation center facilities.
Those more likely than others to say they are very satisfied with recreation center facilities include: Hispanics (48%), seniors (50%), those earning less than
$30,000 (49%), part-time residents (42%), second homeowners (43%), and renters (42%).
“I appreciate the continual improvements at the Rec Center and hope they continue.”
RECREATION CENTER PROGRAMS PROVIDED BY THE TOWN
Just under two-thirds (61%) of respondents express satisfaction with the recreation center programs, with 28% saying they are very satisfied. Nearly one-quarter
(23%) of respondents have a neutral opinion, while 5% express dissatisfaction.
Interestingly, seniors (40%), those earning less than $30,000 (39%), part-time residents (35%), second homeowners (35%), and renters (36%) are more likely
than others to say they are very satisfied with recreation center programs.
“Improve adult workout classes at the rec center. More offerings are needed. Cardio, strength, balance. The scheduled offering was very good in April, May, and
June. Deteriorated in July, August of 2015.”
THE ABILITY TO SAFELY WALK AND CROSS STREETS IN AVON
Six-in-ten (59%) respondents express satisfaction with the ability to safely walk and cross streets in Avon, with over one-quarter (28%) saying they are very
satisfied. Twenty-three percent have mixed feelings, while 16% express dissatisfaction.
Those more likely than others to be very satisfied with the ability to safely walk and cross streets in Avon include: Hispanics (61%), seniors (36%), those earning
less than $30,000 (44%), and those residing in the Hurd Lane/Eaglebend area (38%).
“Would love to have more options to get to Beaver Creek; better bus service to BC Village and/or walkways and pedestrian bridges to Avon parking lots. Would
also like better access to Nottingham Lake. Our family is walking over railroad tracks from Liftview and it not convenient with bikes and/or our pet dog
sometimes.”
“Move the crosswalks away from the roundabouts because in the current location traffic has to stop IN the roundabout for pedestrians which defeats the purpose
of a roundabout.”
THE ABILITY TO SAFELY BIKE IN AVON
Over half (56%) of respondents express satisfaction with the ability to safely bike in Avon, with 24% who say they are very satisfied. One-quarter have mixed
feelings, and 13% express dissatisfaction.
Hispanics (56%), those earning less than $30,000 (51%), renters (42%), and those in the Hurd Lane/Eaglebend area (41%) are more likely than others to say they
are very satisfied with the ability to safely bike in Avon. Over one-fifth (22%) of those in the Nottingham Road/Metcalf Road area are dissatisfied with the ability
to safety bike in Avon.
“Better pedestrian and bike pathways for families away from traffic.”
“We need less traffic and more bike trails.”
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OVERALL SATISFACTION WITH SERVICES PROVIDED BY THE TOWN OF AVON
PERCENTAGE VERY/SOMEWHAT SATISFIED
RANKED BY PRIMARY HOME OWNER IN AVON
PRIMARY
HOME OWNER
IN AVON RENTERS
SECOND HOME
OWNER IN
AVON
BUSINESS
OWNERS/
MANAGERS
SNOW REMOVAL ON ROADS IN AVON 90% 92% 92% 86%
PARK MAINTENANCE 86% 88% 91% 85%
ROAD/STREET MAINTENANCE 81% 85% 88% 80%
RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES AND FEATURES AT NOTTINGHAM PARK
AND LAKE 75% 83% 78% 76%
SPECIAL EVENTS AND FESTIVALS IN AVON 65% 73% 75% 69%
RECREATIONAL CENTER FACILITIES 63% 70% 76% 63%
RECREATIONAL CENTER PROGRAMS PROVIDED BY THE TOWN OF
AVON 58% 66% 63% 53%
THE FREE BUS SERVICE PROVIDED BY AVON 56% 70% 73% 60%
THE ABILITY TO SAFELY WALK AND CROSS STREETS IN AVON 54% 65% 68% 47%
THE ABILITY TO SAFELY BIKE IN AVON 47% 74% 63% 49%
† THE MEAN SCORE IS DERIVED BY TAKING THE AVERAGE SCORE BASED ON THE 5-POINT SCALE. THE VERY SATISFIED RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 5; THE VERY DISSATISFIED RESPONSE IS
ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 1. THE DON’T KNOW/WON’T SAY RESPONSES ARE EXCLUDED FROM THE CALCULATION OF THE MEAN.
The table above summarizes results for respondents’ satisfaction with services provided by the town. The percentages shown for each group are the combined
very and somewhat satisfied (a score of 4 or 5 on a 5-point scale) percentages. Results are segmented by home/business ownership status. As shown above,
there is less variation across segmented home/business owner groups than one may expect. Generally speaking, the vast majority of primary homeowners,
renters, second homeowners, and business owners/managers are satisfied with services provided by the town. For example, approximately nine-in-ten primary
homeowners, renters, second homeowners, and business owners/managers are satisfied with snow removal and park maintenance.
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COMMENTS/SUGGESTIONS RELATING TO THE RECREATION CENTER,
NOTTINGHAM PARK OR LAKE ACTIVITIES
TOP 9 UNAIDED RESPONSES
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MORE CONCERTS/EVENTS 8%
BEST PART OF AVON/NICE AS IS 8%
IMPROVEMENTS TO NOTTINGHAM ARE GREAT 5%
MAKE REC CENTER FREE/DISCOUNTED TO RESIDENTS/
LOW INCOME FAMILIES 5%
UPDATE REC CENTER 4%
LOVE THE NEW STAGE 3%
MORE BATHROOMS 3%
LOVE THE BEACH 3%
NOTHING IN PARTICULAR 40%
Avon residents, business owners, and second homeowners were asked, in an unaided, open-ended manner, if they had any comments or suggestions relating to
the recreation center, Nottingham Park, or lake activities. Eight percent of respondents each mention more concerts/events or say it is the best part of Avon.
Five percent each mention that the improvements to Nottingham are great, or that the rec center should be free/discounted to residents/low income families.
Four percent mention a need to update the rec center and 3% each say that they love the new stage, more bathrooms are needed, and they love the beach. Of
note, 40% of respondents did not mention anything in particular.
“The stage, while over budget, has been a great addition and a way to bring the community together. Please continue to flesh out your programming at this
excellent venue.”
“The new Nottingham Park is incredible. Parking has become a problem on weekends for water/beach enthusiasts (Northern parking lot) hopefully parking on
the shoulder will be accepted. Rec Center is nice, but the down-vote for funds to improve existing and build an ice rink was disappointing.”
“More FREE events. Lower price on boats/SUPs - maybe have a 'discount' or 'half price' day. More classes at the Rec Center - add more Pilates equipment for a
class. Instead of a single designated off -leash area for dogs - (15 dogs there this morning) - perhaps have a 2 hour window in morning and after work for
throughout the park so working people can exercise their dogs; hard to exercise them when you're holding a leash. Concert/event perimeter should be on the
soccer field leaving the sidelines and hills for people who want to picnic, cocktail and have their kids and dogs to be free to enjoy the music.”
“Keep up the positive change toward music. Build an outdoor skating rink. The lake is sometimes not safe enough to skate on.”
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MEAN: †: 4.5
† THE MEAN SCORE IS DERIVED BY TAKING THE AVERAGE SCORE BASED ON THE 5-POINT SCALE. THE VERY SAFE RESPONSE IS
ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 5; THE VERY UNSAFE RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 1. THE DON’T KNOW/WON’T SAY
RESPONSES ARE EXCLUDED FROM THE CALCULATION OF THE MEAN.
MEAN: †: 4.1
† THE MEAN SCORE IS DERIVED BY TAKING THE AVERAGE SCORE BASED ON THE 5-POINT SCALE. THE VERY SATISFIED
RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 5; THE VERY DISSATISFIED RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 1. THE DON’T
KNOW/WON’T SAY RESPONSES ARE EXCLUDED FROM THE CALCULATION OF THE MEAN.
Avon residents, business owners, and second homeowners were asked, using a five-point scale where a score of five is very safe and a score of one is very
unsafe, to rate how safe they feel in their neighborhood. Over nine-in-ten (93%) respondents say they feel safe in their neighborhood, with over six-in-ten
(62%) saying they feel very safe. Six percent of respondents have mixed feelings, and just 1% say they feel unsafe (a score of 1 or 2).
Those more likely than others to say they feel very safe in their neighborhood include Hispanics (77%), seniors (73%) compared to those ages 18 to 34 (47%),
part-time residents (70%), second homeowners (68%), and those in the Wildridge/Wildwood area (81%).
Avon residents, business owners, and second homeowners were asked, using a five-point scale where a score of five is very satisfied and a score of one is very
dissatisfied, to rate their overall satisfaction with the police services in the Town of Avon. Approximately three-quarters (74%) of respondents express
satisfaction with police services, with 39% saying they are very satisfied. Sixteen percent of respondents have mixed feelings, while 8% express dissatisfaction.
Hispanics (54%), seniors (54%), and second homeowners (46%) are more likely than others to be very satisfied with police services. However, primary
homeowners (32%) are less likely than others to be very satisfied with police services in Avon.
62%
31%
6% 1% 0%
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
50%
60%
70%
VERY SAFE
5
4 3 2 VERY UNSAFE
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39% 35%
16%
6% 2% 2%
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
50%
VERY SATISFIED
5
4 3 2 VERY
DISSATISFIED
1
DON'T KNOW/
WON'T SAY
OVERALL SATISFACTION WITH THE POLICE SERVICE IN THE
TOWN OF AVON
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When it comes to the amount of police patrol within the commercial, shopping, and dining center of Avon, the majority (62%) of respondents say there is the
right amount of police patrol, while 13% say there is too much police patrol. Six percent of respondents say there is too little police patrol. Of note, 18% of
respondents did not offer an opinion.
Those more likely than others to say there is too much police patrol within the commercial, shopping, and dining center of Avon include those ages 18 to 34
(22%), full-time residents (16%), and renters (23%).
The majority (54%) of respondents also believe there is the right amount of police patrol outside of the commercial, shopping, and dining center, while 18% say
there is too much police patrol. Nine percent of respondents say there is too little police patrol outside of the commercial, shopping, and dining center, and 19%
did not offer an opinion.
Those who believe there is too much police patrol outside of the commercial, shopping, and dining center include 18 to 34 year olds (26%), full-time residents
(23%), primary homeowners (23%), and those in the Wildridge/Wildwood areas (25%). Hispanics (68%) and those ages 35 to 49 (60%) are more likely than others
to say there is the right amount of police patrol in these areas.
“I feel that the police do an excellent job. I see them in select areas controlling the traffic and maintaining safe speeds throughout the town.”
“I'm accustomed to seeing police in Avon 'lurking in the shadows' in their dark black SUVs. I don't fear them, as I don't speed. Yet, it would be nice, especially in
the summer months, to see them out of their vehicles. Bicycling through the downtown core and around the Wildridge neighborhood on Saturdays interacting
with locals would be great. The same could be said for Buffalo Ridge and the trailer park.“
13% 6%
62%
18%
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
50%
60%
70%
TOO MUCH
POLICE PATROL
TOO LITTLE
POLICE PATROL
RIGHT AMOUNT
OF POLICE PATROL
DON'T KNOW
AMOUNT OF POLICE PATROL WITHIN THE COMMERICAL,
SHOPPING AND DINING CENTER OF AVON
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18%
9%
54%
19%
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
50%
60%
70%
TOO MUCH
POLICE PATROL
TOO LITTLE
POLICE PATROL
RIGHT AMOUNT
OF POLICE PATROL
DON'T KNOW
AMOUNT OF POLICE PATROL OUTSIDE OF THE COMMERICAL,
SHOPPING AND DINING CENTER OF AVON
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COMMENTS/SUGGESTIONS RELATING TO DIFFERENT SERVICES PROVIDED BY
THE TOWN OF AVON
TOP 5 UNAIDED RESPONSES
TOTAL RESPONSES (N=728)
EXPAND BUS SERVICE 4%
SERVICES ARE GOOD 3%
TOO MUCH POLICE PRESENCE 3%
POLICE GIVE TOO MANY TRAFFIC TICKETS 2%
NOTHING IN PARTICULAR 67%
Avon residents, business owners, and second homeowners were asked, in an unaided, open-ended manner, if they had any comments or suggestions relating to
the different services that are provided by the Town of Avon. Frequently mentioned responses include: expand bus service (4%), services are good (3%), too
much police presence (3%), and police give too many traffic tickets (2%). Importantly, 67% of respondents did not offer a comment or suggestion.
“Would love to see bus service available in Wildridge or some parking available at the transit stop.”
“There is so much to do here - everything I need is in walking distance - groceries, gym, work, park, concerts, skiing, restaurants, etc. It's beautiful and feels more
and more like its own community. I love the stage in the park and the programming. I appreciate the work to make the town safer for bikers and walkers - more
can be done. It's such a great mountain town with such a great future ahead!”
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PRIORITY LEVEL FOR IMPROVING VARIOUS QUALITY OF LIFE FACTORS IN AVON
(SUMMARY TABLE)
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RANKED BY HIGHEST “VERY HIGH PRIORITY”
VERY
HIGH PRIORITY
5 4 3 2
VERY
LOW PRIORITY
1
DK/
WS MEAN†
CONNECTING BIKING/MULTI-USE PATHS IN TOWN TO IMPROVE
EASE OF USE 38% 33% 15% 5% 6% 3% 4.0
CONNECTING SIDEWALKS IN TOWN TO IMPROVE EASE OF USE 35% 31% 18% 6% 6% 5% 3.9
PROVIDING MORE PARKING SPACES IN THE COMMERCIAL AREAS
OF TOWN, INCLUDING NOTTINGHAM PARK/LAKE 27% 26% 26% 9% 10% 3% 3.5
INCREASED/IMPROVED BUS ROUTES IN AVON 26% 21% 25% 13% 10% 5% 3.4
MORE PUBLIC BATHROOMS AROUND NOTTINGHAM PARK/LAKE 23% 26% 28% 10% 9% 4% 3.5
AN ELEVATED WALKWAY OVER AVON ROAD THAT CONNECTS
EAST AND WEST AVON 21% 17% 20% 11% 27% 4% 2.9
EXPANDING THE RECREATION CENTER TO INCLUDE GYMNASIUM/
FIELDHOUSE 19% 19% 25% 15% 18% 3% 3.1
CREATING A DOG PARK 18% 18% 21% 14% 25% 3% 2.9
BUILDING ONE OR MORE PARKING STRUCTURES IN AVON 16% 20% 24% 14% 22% 4% 2.9
A TOWN CONVENTION/COMMUNITY CENTER WITH MEETING
SPACES FOR YEAR-ROUND EVENTS 10% 19% 26% 19% 24% 3% 2.7
† THE MEAN SCORE IS DERIVED BY TAKING THE AVERAGE SCORE BASED ON THE 5-POINT SCALE. THE VERY HIGH PRIORITY RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 5; THE VERY LOW PRIORITY RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 1. THE DON’T KNOW/WON’T SAY RESPONSES
ARE EXCLUDED FROM THE CALCULATION OF THE MEAN.
Avon residents, business owners, and second homeowners were asked, using a five-point scale where a score of five is very high priority and a score of one is
very low priority, to rate how high of a priority various items are for improving the quality of life in Avon. Overall, respondents rate connecting bike/multi-use
paths and connecting sidewalks in town as the highest priorities for town officials. The next tier of priorities, those rated as high priorities by approximately half
of the respondents, include more parking spaces, increased/improved bus routes, and more public bathrooms around Nottingham Park/Lake. The third tier of
priorities include items that were rated as high priorities by less than two-fifths of respondents and include: an elevated walkway over Avon Road, expanding the
recreation center, creating a dog park, building one or more parking structures in Avon, and a town convention/community center.
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CONNECTING BIKING/MULTI-USE PATHS IN TOWN TO IMPROVE EASE OF USE
Seven-in-ten (71%) respondents rate this as a high priority (38% very high priority), while 15% have a neutral opinion, and 11% say connecting biking/multi-use
paths in town should be a low priority. Of note, whites (40%) are more likely to rate this as a very high priority compared to Hispanics (22%). Those in the
Wildridge/Wildwood area and seniors are more likely than others to rate this as a low priority.
“More trails in general and to connect to Vail and Singletree. Have to have a hard and soft trail up Metcalf.”
“Continued expansion of bike trails and pedestrian friendly trails, West town center plan pursued.”
CONNECTING SIDEWALKS IN TOWN TO IMPROVE EASE OF USE
Two-thirds of respondents rate this as a high priority, with 35% who say this is a very high priority. Eighteen percent have a neutral opinion, and just over one-in-
ten (12%) say connecting sidewalks should be a low priority. Whites (37%), those ages 35 to 49 (40%), and those in the West Commercial/Residential core (47%)
and Nottingham Road/Metcalf Road (47%) areas are more likely than others to rate this as a very high priority. Those in the Wildridge/Wildwood area and
seniors are more likely than others to rate connecting sidewalks as a low priority.
“Pedestrian flow and access - better sidewalks, roundabouts. Streets are dangerous to cross for people and especially kids.”
“Sidewalks don't always connect. A sidewalk plan should be included when new construction is planned.”
PROVIDING MORE PARKING SPACES IN THE COMMERCIAL AREAS OF TOWN, INCLUDING NOTTINGHAM PARK/LAKE
Approximately half (53%) of respondents say providing more parking spaces is a high priority, with 27% who say this is a very high priority. One-quarter (26%)
have a neutral opinion, and nearly one-fifth (19%) say this is a low priority. Those earning less than $30,000 (49%), full-time residents (30%), and renters (34%)
are more likely than others to say this should be a very high priority, while seniors, part-time residents, and second homeowners are more likely to say more
parking is a low priority.
“The stage is now complete in Nottingham Park and seems like a nice addition. What are the provisions for parking at this venue? The rodeo grounds and be
bussed over?”
“There are just too many festivals in the summer every weekend. It causes too much traffic congestion.”
INCREASED/IMPROVED BUS ROUTES IN AVON
Approximately half (47%) of respondents say improved/increased bus routes are a high priority, with one-quarter (26%) saying this is a very high priority. One-
quarter have mixed feelings, while another quarter (23%) say this is a low priority. Those more likely than others to say improved/increased bus routes should be
a very high priority include Hispanics (41%), those earning less than $50,000 (40%), and renters (40%). Those more likely to rate this as a low priority include
those with children under 18 (28%), those ages 35 to 49 (27%), and seniors (28%).
“More pedestrian friendly access, bus service to Wildwood/Wildridge.”
“Buses to Wildridge and more buses to other outlying areas.”
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MORE PUBLIC BATHROOMS AROUND NOTTINGHAM PARK/LAKE
Approximately half (49%) of respondents say more public bathrooms around Nottingham Park/Lake is a high priority (23% very high priority), while 28% have a
neutral opinion and one-fifth (19%) say this should be a low priority. Those more likely than others to say this should be a very high priority include: females
(27%), Hispanics (40%), those ages 18 to 49 (29%), those earning less than $50,000 (40%), those with children under age 18 (32%), full-time residents (28%), and
renters (40%).
“The Nottingham Park area around the beach doesn't have any toilets and we have had many of our neighbors and friends say that the town spent so much
money on the new stage on the Lake, but there has been no up-grade to the toilet facilities to accommodate the extra people enjoying the area. The old
bathrooms are out-dated and dirty.”
AN ELEVATED WALKWAY OVER AVON ROAD THAT CONNECTS EAST AND WEST AVON
Respondents are equally as likely to say building an elevated walkway over Avon Road is a low priority (38%) than they are to say it is a high priority (38%). One-
fifth has a neutral opinion. Those earning less than $50,000 (33%), renters (28%), and those residing in the East Commercial/Residential Core (45%) are more
likely than others to say this should be a very high priority.
“Years ago we heard about the proposed pedestrian walkway. That seemed perfect.”
EXPANDING THE RECREATION CENTER TO INCLUDE A GYMNASIUM/FIELDHOUSE
Respondents are nearly as likely to say this should be a low priority as they are to say this should be a high priority (33% and 38%, respectively). Hispanics (50%),
younger respondents, those with lower household incomes, those with children under age 18 (32%), full-time residents (25%), and renters (28%) are more likely
than others to say expanding the recreation center to include a gymnasium/fieldhouse should be a very high priority.
“The Rec center is too small. It is great what they have done expanding the center, but the gym is too small for the amount of people using the facility.”
“Rec center needs to be updated/expanded.”
CREATING A DOG PARK
Respondents are equally as likely to say creating a dog park is a low priority (39%) as they are to say it is a high priority (36%), with less than one-fifth (18%)
saying this is a very high priority. One-fifth (21%) has a neutral opinion. Of note, Hispanics (28%), those ages 18 to 34 (24%), full-time residents (22%), those
earning less than $30,000 (35%), and renters (27%) are more likely than others to say creating a dog park is a very high priority.
“Please add an off-leash dog park. Residents and visitors would love this.”
“Nottingham Park needs to be so much more dog friendly with off-leash areas.”
Dog park at Nottingham Park should be moved to NW end of the lake. Why is it right next to beach area where people are? Kids are running around and rolling in
grass where dog droppings and urine are plentiful. Plenty of room at the NW end. No people laying around on grass.
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BUILDING ONE OR MORE PARKING STRUCTURES IN AVON
Respondents are equally as likely to rate building one or more parking structures in Avon as a high priority (36%) as they are to rate this as a low priority (36%).
One-quarter (24%) have a neutral opinion. Overall, Hispanics (29%) and renters (22%) are more likely than others to say is a very high priority.
“Avon should try to provide for more public parking throughout the main downtown core.”
A TOWN CONVENTION/COMMUNITY CENTER WITH MEETING SPACES FOR YEAR-ROUND EVENTS
Less than three-in-ten (29%) respondents rate a town convention/community center with meeting spaces for year-round events as a high priority, with just 10%
saying this is a very high priority. One-quarter have a neutral opinion (26%), while 43% say this is a low priority (24% very low priority). Of note, Hispanics (22%)
and those earning less than $30,000 (23%) are more likely than others to say this should be a very high priority.
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PRIORITY OF VARIOUS INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECTS IN THE TOWN OF AVON
PERCENTAGE VERY/SOMEWHAT HIGH PRIORITY
RANKED BY PRIMARY HOME OWNER IN AVON
PRIMARY
HOME OWNER
IN AVON RENTERS
SECOND HOME
OWNER IN
AVON
BUSINESS
OWNERS/
MANAGERS
CONNECTING BIKING/MULTI-USE PATHS IN TOWN TO IMPROVE
EASE OF USE 70% 67% 71% 72%
CONNECTING SIDEWALKS IN TOWN TO IMPROVE EASE OF USE 65% 68% 60% 68%
PROVIDING MORE PARKING SPACES IN THE COMMERCIAL AREAS
OF TOWN, INCLUDING NOTTINGHAM PARK/LAKE 55% 56% 46% 65%
MORE PUBLIC BATHROOMS AROUND NOTTINGHAM PARK/LAKE 50% 63% 38% 50%
INCREASED/IMPROVED BUS ROUTES IN AVON 43% 58% 47% 41%
EXPANDING THE RECREATION CENTER TO INCLUDE
GYMNASIUM/FIELDHOUSE 41% 52% 26% 40%
BUILDING ONE OR MORE PARKING STRUCTURES IN AVON 37% 43% 29% 42%
CREATING A DOG PARK 36% 46% 29% 36%
AN ELEVATED WALKWAY OVER AVON ROAD THAT CONNECTS
EAST AND WEST AVON 35% 50% 31% 46%
A TOWN CONVENTION/COMMUNITY CENTER WITH MEETING
SPACES FOR YEAR-ROUND EVENTS 26% 37% 25% 40%
† THE MEAN SCORE IS DERIVED BY TAKING THE AVERAGE SCORE BASED ON THE 5-POINT SCALE. THE VERY HIGH PRIORITY RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 5; THE VERY LOW PRIORITY
RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 1. THE DON’T KNOW/WON’T SAY RESPONSES ARE EXCLUDED FROM THE CALCULATION OF THE MEAN.
The table above summarizes results for respondents’ priority level for various infrastructure related projects in Avon. The percentages shown for each group are
the combined very and somewhat high priority (a score of 4 or 5 on a 5-point scale) percentages. Results are segmented by home/business ownership status. As
shown above, renters are more likely than primary homeowners, second homeowners, and business owners/managers to rate many of the infrastructure
projects as a very or somewhat high priority. For example, 63% of renters rate more public bathrooms around Nottingham Park/Lake as a high priority,
compared to 50% of primary homeowners, 38% of second homeowners, and 50% of business owners/managers.
Conversely, second homeowners are less likely to rate many of the various infrastructure related issues as high priorities. For example, just 26% of second
homeowners rate expanding the recreation center as a high priority, compared to 41% of primary homeowners, 52% of renters, and 40% of business
owners/managers.
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Avon residents, business owners, and second homeowners were asked if they feel there is enough parking in their neighborhood or if more parking is needed.
The majority (59%) of respondents say there is enough parking in their neighborhood, while 34% say more parking is needed. Those more likely than others to
say more parking is needed include Hispanics (45%), those ages 18 to 34 (45%), those earning less than $30,000 (49%), renters (45%), business owners/managers
(43%), and those in the Nottingham Road/Metcalf Road (44%) and Hurd Lane/Eaglebend (43%) areas.
“No street parking is allowed in Wildridge. It would be nice if parking were allowed for Wildridge residents or for limited periods of time.”
59%
34%
8%
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
50%
60%
70%
ENOUGH
PARKING
MORE PARKING
NEEDED
DON'T
KNOW
IS THERE ENOUGH PARKING IN YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD OR IS
MORE PARKING NEEDED?
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MEAN †: 3.1
† THE MEAN SCORE IS DERIVED BY TAKING THE AVERAGE SCORE BASED ON THE 5-POINT SCALE. THE VERY HIGH PRIORITY
RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 5; THE VERY LOW PRIORITY RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 1. THE DON’T
KNOW/WON’T SAY RESPONSES ARE EXCLUDED FROM THE CALCULATION OF THE MEAN.
MEAN †: 3.4
† THE MEAN SCORE IS DERIVED BY TAKING THE AVERAGE SCORE BASED ON THE 5-POINT SCALE. THE VERY HIGH PRIORITY
RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 5; THE VERY LOW PRIORITY RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 1. THE DON’T
KNOW/WON’T SAY RESPONSES ARE EXCLUDED FROM THE CALCULATION OF THE MEAN.
Avon residents, business owners, and second homeowners were asked, using a five-point scale where a score of five is a very high priority and a score of one is a
very low priority, how high of a priority should be placed on building additional affordable rental housing for Avon workers within the Town of Avon. Just over
two-fifths (41%) of respondents say this is a high priority (23% very high priority), while 33% say this is a low priority. One-quarter of respondents have mixed
feelings.
Those more likely than others to say affordable rental housing for workers in Avon should be a high priority includes:
• Hispanics (70%) compared to whites (38%)
• 18 to 34 year olds (63%) compared to seniors (25%)
• Those earning less than $80,000 (64%) compared to those earning $80,000 or more (29%)
• Full-time residents (49%) compared to part-time residents (24%)
• Renters (82%) compared to primary (37%) and secondary (21%) homeowners
• Those in the Aspens Mobile Home Village/Westlake Village area (61%), those in the Hurd Lane/Eaglebend area (57%), and those in the East
Commercial/Residential Core area (54%) compared to those in the Wildridge/Wildwood area (32%)
23%
18%
25%
14%
19%
0%
10%
20%
30%
VERY HIGH
PRIORITY
5
4 3 2 VERY LOW
PRIORITY
1
PRIORITY LEVEL ON BUILDING ADDITIONAL AFFORDABLE
RENTAL HOUSING FOR AVON WORKERS
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27%
21%
25%
11% 13%
0%
10%
20%
30%
VERY HIGH
PRIORITY
5
4 3 2 VERY LOW
PRIORITY
1
PRIORITY LEVEL ON BUILDING MORE HOUSING THAT IS
AFFORDABLE TO PURCHASE BY AVON WORKERS
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Avon residents, business owners, and second homeowners were asked, using a five point scale where a score of five is a very high priority and a score of one is a
very low priority, how high of a priority should be placed on building more housing that is affordable to purchase by Avon workers within the Town of Avon.
Nearly half (48%) of respondents say this is a high priority (27% very high priority), while one-quarter have mixed feelings and another 24% say this is a low
priority.
Those more likely than others to say building housing that is more affordable to purchase by workers in Avon should be a high priority includes:
• Hispanics (74%) compared to whites (46%)
• 18 to 34 year olds (71%) compared to seniors (32%)
• Those earning less than $80,000 (66%) compared to those earning $80,000 or more (41%)
• Full-time residents (56%) compared to part-time residents (28%)
• Renters (80%) compared to primary (48%) and secondary (27%) homeowners
• Those in the Aspens Mobile Home Village/Westlake Village area (85%) and those in the East Commercial/Residential Core area (65%) compared to those
in the Wildridge/Wildwood area (43%)
PRIORITY LEVEL
PERCENTAGE VERY/SOMEWHAT HIGH PRIORITY
PRIMARY
HOME OWNER
IN AVON RENTERS
SECOND HOME
OWNER IN
AVON
BUSINESS
OWNERS/
MANAGERS
BUILDING MORE HOUSING THAT IS AFFORDABLE TO PURCHASE
BY AVON WORKERS 48% 80% 27% 54%
BUILDING ADDITIONAL AFFORDABLE RENTAL HOUSING FOR
AVON WORKERS 37% 82% 21% 48%
The table above summarizes results for respondents’ priority for affordable rental housing and affordable housing for purchase by Avon workers. The
percentages shown for each group are the combined somewhat and very high priority (a score of 4 or 5 on a 5-point scale) percentages. Results are segmented
by home/business ownership status. As shown above, renters are more likely than other groups to say that affordable rental housing and housing for purchase
by Avon workers is a high priority. Conversely, second homeowners are least likely to say that affordable rental housing and housing for purchase by workers is a
high priority.
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Avon residents, business owners, and second homeowners were asked if they feel short-term rental properties are appropriate for their neighborhood. Less
than half (44%) feel short-term rentals are appropriate, while one-quarter (26%) do not feel they are appropriate for their neighborhoods. Seventeen percent
say “it depends,” and 13% did not offer an opinion.
Males, younger residents, and those in the West Commercial/Residential Core and Nottingham Park/Sunridge/Liftview/Brookside areas are more likely than
others to say they believe these types of rentals are appropriate for their neighborhoods. Seniors, those residing in Avon more than 20 years, and those in the
Wildridge/Wildwood areas are more likely than others to say these types of short-term rentals are not appropriate for their neighborhoods.
Avon residents, business owners, and second homeowners were asked if they feel the town of Avon should take a more active role in enforcing the rules and
regulations regarding short-term rentals. Respondents are nearly split, as 32% say Avon should take a more active role, while 33% say Avon should not take a
more active role. Seventeen percent say “it depends,” and another 17% did not offer an opinion.
Hispanics (60%), seniors (42%), those residing in Avon more than 20 years (45%), full-time residents (34%), and renters (43%) are more apt than others to say
that Avon should take a more active role in enforcing the rules and regulations regarding short-term rentals.
Nearly two-thirds (62%) of Avon residents, business owners, and second homeowners believe the town of Avon should allow homeowners to divide a portion
of their homes into a separate living area (known as a lock-off) for long-term rentals, while 13% say Avon should not allow this and one-fifth (19%) say “it
depends”.
Females (65%), those ages 18 to 34 (77%), those with children under age 18 (69%), full-time residents (69%), primary homeowners (65%), and renters (80%) are
more likely than others to say Avon should allow homeowners to divide a portion of their homes into a separate living area.
44%
26%
17% 13%
0%
20%
40%
60%
80%
YES NO DEPENDS DON'T
KNOW
ARE SHORT-TERM RENTAL PROPERTIES
APPROPRIATE IN YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD?
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32% 33%
17% 17%
0%
20%
40%
60%
80%
YES NO DEPENDS DON'T
KNOW
SHOULD THE TOWN OF AVON TAKE A MORE
ACTIVE ROLE IN ENFORCING RULES AND
REGULATIONS REGARDING SHORT-TERM RENTALS?
TOTAL SAMPLE (N=728)
62%
13% 19%
7%
0%
20%
40%
60%
80%
YES NO DEPENDS DON'T
KNOW
SHOULD THE TOWN OF AVON ALLOW
HOMEOWNERS TO DIVIDE A PORTION OF THEIR
HOME INTO SEPARATE LIVING AREA FOR LONG-
TERM RENTALS?
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Nearly half (46%) of Avon residents, business owners, and second homeowners believe the town of Avon should grow and develop with both a focus as an
upscale resort town and a focus on families and workers. One-third (34%) say Avon should develop with a focus on workers and families, while 16% say Avon
should develop with more of a focus as an upscale resort town.
Those more likely to say Avon should develop with a focus as more of an upscale resort town include:
• Those with incomes of $250,000 or more (42%)
• Part-time residents (33%)
• Secondary homeowners (33%)
• Those in the West Commercial/Residential Core area (25%)
• Seniors (23%)
Those more likely to say Avon should develop with more of a focus on local families and workers include:
• Hispanics (63%)
• Those age 18 to 34 (60%)
• Those with lower household incomes
• Those with children under age 18 (42%)
• Full-time residents (45%)
• Renters (67%)
• Those in the Hurd Lane/Eaglebend area (48%)
34%
16%
46%
3%
0%
20%
40%
60%
FOCUS ON LOCAL
FAMILIES AND
WORKERS
FOCUS AS AN
UPSCALE RESORT
TOWN
BOTH NO
OPINION
PREFERENCE OF FUTURE GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT
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As shown on the preceding page, the majority (61%) of Avon residents, business owners, and second homeowners say that builders should be allowed to
propose different designs and styles of new residential and commercial developments in Avon, while three-in-ten say that new buildings should be required
to have a standard design and style.
Part-time residents (35%), second homeowners (40%), and those in the East Commercial/Residential Core area (44%) are more likely than others to say new
buildings should be required to have a standard design and style. Full-time residents (66%), primary homeowners (65%), and business owners/managers (72%)
are more likely than others to say that builders should be allowed to propose different designs and styles of new residential and commercial developments in
Avon.
“Maintain current aesthetics and atmosphere.”
“I would like to see growth controlled and money not given away to developers.”
“Seriously consider accepting well-qualified people who own in Avon to be on the Planning Commission even if Avon is not their permanent residence. This would
add an important and unrepresented investment perspective to the Commission.”
61%
30%
9%
0%
20%
40%
60%
80%
ALLOWED TO PROPOSE
DIFFERENT DESIGNS/STYLES
STANDARD
DESIGN/STYLE
DON'T
KNOW
NEW DEVELOPMENTS SHOULD BE REQUIRED TO HAVE A
STANDARD DESIGN/STYLE OR BUILDERS SHOULD BE ALLOWED
TO PROPOSE DIFFERENT DESIGNS/STYLES
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BUSINESSES AND SERVICES NEEDED IN THE TOWN OF AVON
(SUMMARY TABLE)
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RANKED BY HIGHEST “SERIOUSLY NEEDED”
SERIOUSLY
NEEDED
5 4 3 2
NOT NEEDED
AT ALL
1
DK/
WS MEAN†
A MOVIE THEATER 28% 20% 22% 12% 17% 1% 3.3
A HIGHER-END GROCERY STORE SUCH AS WHOLE FOODS 26% 21% 16% 14% 21% 1% 3.2
MORE CASUAL DINING OPTIONS 24% 26% 22% 12% 15% 2% 3.3
MARIJUANA DISPENSARY 22% 7% 13% 10% 46% 2% 2.5
A GREATER VARIETY OF RETAIL SHOPS 18% 26% 30% 14% 12% 2% 3.2
A LOCAL BREWERY/BREW PUB 18% 21% 22% 16% 20% 2% 3.0
DELI/SPECIALTY FOOD STORE 16% 23% 27% 18% 12% 4% 3.1
MORE HEALTH CARE SERVICES & FACILITIES (PRIMARY CARE,
OUTPATIENT SURGERY, IMAGING SERVICES, ETC.) 16% 21% 29% 19% 14% 1% 3.1
MORE FINE DINING OPTIONS 14% 21% 29% 17% 16% 2% 3.0
MORE ART GALLERIES 13% 17% 27% 19% 21% 3% 2.8
MORE TRADE SERVICES (PLUMBING, ELECTRICAL, HVAC,
CONSTRUCTION, ETC.) 9% 17% 38% 21% 13% 2% 2.9
† THE MEAN SCORE IS DERIVED BY TAKING THE AVERAGE SCORE BASED ON THE 5-POINT SCALE. THE SERIOUSLY NEEDED RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 5; THE NOT NEEDED AT ALL RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 1. THE DON’T KNOW/WON’T SAY RESPONSES
ARE EXCLUDED FROM THE CALCULATION OF THE MEAN.
Avon residents, business owners, and second homeowners were asked, using a five-point scale where a score of five is seriously needed and a score of one is not
needed at all, to rate how much various types of businesses and services are needed in Avon. Overall, half or less than half of respondents say each business or
service tested is needed, with more casual dining options (50%), a movie theater (48%), and a higher-end grocery store (47%) being rated as the most seriously
needed types of businesses in Avon. Approximately two-fifths of respondents say that a greater variety of retail shops (44%), a local brewery/brew pub (39%), a
deli/specialty food store (39%), and more health care services and facilities (37%) are needed. The lowest tier of businesses and services needed in Avon include
more fine dining options (35%), more art galleries (30%), a marijuana dispensary (29%), and more trade services (26%).
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A MOVIE THEATER
Just under half (48%) of respondents say a movie theater is needed (28% seriously needed), while 22% have a neutral opinion, and 29% say a movie theater is not
needed. Of note, those with children under age 18 (34%), Hispanics (53%), those ages 18 to 34 (38%), those earning less than $30,000 (40%), and those in the
Hurd Lane/Eaglebend area (42%) are more likely than others to say a movie theater is seriously needed.
“A movie theater or bowling alley would be nice, but the free market will determine that.”
“Maybe a movie theater or theater playhouse for actors and plays.”
A HIGHER-END GROCERY STORE SUCH AS WHOLE FOODS
Forty-seven percent of respondents say a higher-end grocery store is needed (26% seriously needed). Sixteen percent have a neutral opinion, and 35% say a
higher end grocery store is not needed. Full-time residents (29%) and those in the Nottingham Road/Metcalf Road (40%) areas are more likely than others to say
a high end grocery store is seriously needed.
“More shopper friendly businesses, restaurants and foot traffic downtown. Rumors of a bowling alley and movie theater are great! Also we NEED a natural
grocer (Whole Foods, Trader Joe's, etc.)”
MORE CASUAL DINING OPTIONS
Half of respondents say more casual dining options are needed, with 24% who say more casual dining options are seriously needed. Approximately one-fifth
(22%) have a neutral opinion, and over one-quarter (27%) say more casual dining options are not needed. Full-time residents (28%), Hispanics (38%), those
earning less than $50,000 (34%), and those in the Nottingham Road/Metcalf Road area (41%) are more likely than others to say more casual dining options are
seriously needed.
“More retail and fast casual dining options are needed.”
“Additional casual-affordable dining options, car wash.”
“More casual, quality restaurants, butchers, healthy eateries.”
A LOCAL BREWERY/BREW PUB
Two-fifths (39%) of respondents say a local brewery/brew pub is needed, with 18% who say this is seriously needed. Approximately one-fifth (22%) have a
neutral opinion, and over one-third (36%) says a local brewery/brew pub is not needed. Primary homeowners (22%), 18 to 34 year olds (26%), and those in the
Nottingham Road/Metcalf Road area (30%) are more likely than others to say a local brewery/brew pub is seriously needed.
“Town needs Brewpub (i.e. Dusty Boot, Etown) with outdoor lawn that's affordable.”
MARIJUANA DISPENSARY
Respondents are more likely to say a marijuana dispensary is not needed (56%) than they are to say it is needed (29%), with 46% who say a marijuana dispensary
is not needed at all. Females (50%), Hispanics (62%), and seniors (62%) are more likely than others to say a marijuana dispensary is not needed at all.
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A GREATER VARIETY OF RETAIL SHOPS
Forty-four percent of respondents say a greater variety of retail shops is needed, with 18% who say this is seriously needed. Three-in-ten have a neutral opinion,
while 26% say a greater variety of retail shops is not needed (12% not needed at all). Hispanics (34%), those earning less than $30,000 (32%), and those in the
Hurd Lane/Eaglebend area (31%) are more likely than others to say a greater variety of retail shops is seriously needed.
“More clothing stores, other retail, additional entertainment options and continued focus on making it a walkable town.”
“More retail and restaurants like in Edwards.”
DELI/SPECIALTY FOOD STORE
Two-fifths (39%) of respondents say a deli/specialty food store is needed, with 16% who say this is seriously needed. Over one-quarter (27%) have a neutral
opinion, and three-in-ten say a deli/specialty food store is not needed (12% not needed at all). Those earning less than $30,000 (28%) are more likely than others
to say a deli/specialty food store is seriously needed.
“Perhaps more locally owned small sandwich shops.”
MORE HEALTH CARE SERVICES AND FACILITIES
Nearly two-fifths (37%) of respondents say more health care services and facilities are needed, with 16% who say they are seriously needed. Three-in-ten (29%)
have a neutral opinion, and one-third say more health care services and facilities are not needed (14% not needed at all). Those with children under age 18
(21%), full-time residents (19%), renters (33%), Hispanics (55%), those earning less than $30,000 (43%), and those in the West Commercial/Residential Core area
(26%) are more likely than others to say more health care services and facilities are seriously needed.
MORE FINE DINING OPTIONS
Just over one-third (35%) of respondents say more fine dining options are needed, with 14% who say they are seriously needed. Three-in-ten (29%) have a
neutral opinion, and one-third say more fine dining options are not needed (16% not needed at all). Those with children under age 18 (21%), renters (28%),
Hispanics (31%), and those earning less than $30,000 (32%) are more likely than others to say more fine dining options are not needed at all.
“The town still lacks a cohesive physical center as well as a 'draw', such as fine dining, community pulse or even boutiques and shops that would warrant a special
trip.”
MORE ART GALLERIES
Three-in-ten respondents say more art galleries are needed, with 13% who say they are seriously needed. Over one-quarter (27%) have a neutral opinion and
two-fifths say more art galleries are not needed (21% not needed at all). Renters (27%) and full-time residents (23%) are more likely than others to say more art
galleries are not needed at all.
MORE TRADE SERVICES
One-quarter (26%) of respondents say more trade services are needed, with just 9% who say they are seriously needed. Nearly two-fifths (38%) have a neutral
opinion, and one-third (34%) say more trade services are not needed (13% not needed at all). Those earning less than $30,000 (18%) and Hispanics (26%) are
more likely than others to say more trade services are seriously needed.
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NEED FOR VARIOUS SERVICES/BUSINESSES IN AVON
PERCENTAGE SERIOUSLY/SOMEWHAT NEEDED
RANKED BY PRIMARY HOME OWNER IN AVON
PRIMARY
HOME OWNER
IN AVON RENTERS
SECOND HOME
OWNER IN
AVON
BUSINESS
OWNERS/
MANAGERS
MORE CASUAL DINING OPTIONS 54% 58% 41% 48%
A HIGHER-END GROCERY STORE SUCH AS WHOLE FOODS 50% 54% 41% 42%
A MOVIE THEATER 47% 51% 50% 44%
A LOCAL BREWERY/BREW PUB 45% 25% 39% 34%
A GREATER VARIETY OF RETAIL SHOPS 41% 49% 45% 33%
DELI/SPECIALTY FOOD STORE 37% 49% 37% 35%
MORE FINE DINING OPTIONS 34% 28% 41% 33%
MORE HEALTH CARE SERVICES & FACILITIES (PRIMARY CARE,
OUTPATIENT SURGERY, IMAGING SERVICES, ETC.) 33% 49% 35% 32%
MARIJUANA DISPENSARY 31% 26% 26% 34%
MORE ART GALLERIES 30% 28% 33% 29%
MORE TRADE SERVICES (PLUMBING, ELECTRICAL, HVAC,
CONSTRUCTION, ETC.) 21% 43% 25% 23%
† THE MEAN SCORE IS DERIVED BY TAKING THE AVERAGE SCORE BASED ON THE 5-POINT SCALE. THE SERIOUSLY NEEDED RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 5; THE NOT NEEDED AT ALL
RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 1. THE DON’T KNOW/WON’T SAY RESPONSES ARE EXCLUDED FROM THE CALCULATION OF THE MEAN.
The table above summarizes results for respondents’ rating of the need for various services and businesses in Avon. The percentages shown for each group are
the combined seriously and somewhat needed (a score of 4 or 5 on a 5-point scale) percentages. Results are segmented by home/business ownership status. As
shown above, approximately half of primary homeowners, renters, second homeowners, and business/owners managers say more casual dining options, a
higher end grocery store, and a movie theater are needed. Further, it is interesting to note that renters are more likely to say certain services and businesses are
needed compared to other groups. For example, 49% of renters say more health care services and facilities are needed compared to 33% of primary
homeowners, 35% of second homeowners, and 32% of business owners/managers.
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PREFERRED WAYS OF RECEIVING INFORMATION
FROM THE TOWN OF AVON
TOP 7 UNAIDED RESPONSES
TOTAL SAMPLE (N=728)
NEWSPAPER 51%
EMAIL BLASTS 47%
TOWN WEBSITE 36%
DIRECT MAIL 29%
SOCIAL MEDIA (TWITTER, FACEBOOK, ETC.) 17%
COMMUNITY/TOWN HALL MEETINGS 14%
TELEVISION (PUBLIC ACCESS CHANNEL 5) 12%
Avon residents, business owners, and second homeowners were asked how they would prefer to receive information from town government. The majority
(51%) says they would prefer to receive information from the newspaper, while 47% would prefer email blasts, 36% say the town website, 29% say direct mail,
17% say social media, 14% say community/town hall meetings, and 12% say television.
Interestingly, certain demographic groups are more likely than others to prefer receiving information from various sources:
• Renters (60%), 18 to 34 year olds (62%), full-time residents (56%), primary homeowners (56%), and those with lower household incomes are more likely
than others to say they would prefer to receive information via the newspaper.
• Whites (50%), those ages 35 to 49 (52%), those with higher household incomes, part-time residents (59%), second homeowners (58%), and business
owners (54%) are more likely than others to say they would prefer to receive information via email blasts.
• Whites (38%), part-time residents (43%), and second homeowners (41%) are more likely than others to say they would prefer to receive information via
the town website.
• Seniors (36%) and primary homeowners (32%) are more likely than others to prefer direct mail.
• Younger residents, those with lower income levels, and renters (23%) are more likely than others to say they would prefer receiving information via
social media.
• Full-time residents (16%) and primary homeowners (19%) are more likely than others to prefer community/town hall meetings.
• Hispanics (29%) are more likely than others to prefer receiving information via television.
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IV. DATA TABLES
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BEST QUALITY OF LIFE FEATURES IN AVON
QUESTION 1: WHAT DO YOU LIKE BEST ABOUT LIVING IN AVON OR THE QUALITY OF LIFE IN AVON?
LOCATION 20%
WALKABILITY 19%
PROXIMITY TO OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES 19%
TOWN PARKS/RECREATION CENTER/LIBRARY 14%
SMALL SIZE/SMALL TOWN FEEL 13%
VIEWS 10%
QUIET/PEACEFUL 9%
WELL MAINTAINED 8%
FEELING SAFE 7%
FRIENDLINESS OF PEOPLE 7%
CONVENIENCE 6%
MOUNTAIN ACCESS 6%
MOUNTAIN LIFESTYLE 6%
TOWN ACTIVITIES/EVENTS 6%
CLIMATE/WEATHER 5%
BIKE TRAILS 4%
COMMUNITY MINDED 4%
RESTAURANTS AND BARS 3%
GREAT TOWN IN GENERAL 2%
LANDSCAPING 2%
BUS SYSTEM 2%
LOTS OF THINGS TO DO 2%
AFFORDABILITY 2%
PROXIMITY TO SERVICES AND AMENITIES 1%
GOOD QUALITY OF LIFE 1%
NOT TOO MUCH TRAFFIC 1%
GREAT TOWN TO RAISE A FAMILY 1%
NICE BLEND OF LOCALS AND TOURISTS 1%
RECENT IMPROVEMENTS 1%
IT'S NOT VAIL OR BEAVER CREEK 1%
GOOD VIBE 1%
OPEN SPACES 1%
NEW AMPHITHEATER 1%
PUBLIC ART 1%
CLEAN AIR 1%
TOWN IS GOING IN THE RIGHT DIRECTION 1%
QUALITY OF TOWN SERVICES 1%
GOOD SCHOOLS 1%
AFFORDABLE *
DOG FRIENDLY *
POLICE DEPARTMENT *
HEART OF THE VALLEY *
NOT TOO CROWDED *
UPGRADES TO COMMERCIAL SPACES AROUND TOWN *
FARMER'S MARKET *
ORIENTED TO LOCALS *
ROUNDABOUTS *
AVON EVENTS/ACTIVITIES *
MY JOB *
COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP *
LOW DENSITY HOUSING *
EAGLE RIVER WALK *
FREE PARKING *
DIVERSITY OF LOCAL BUSINESSES *
DIVERSITY *
DON'T LIKE THAT THERE ISN'T ENOUGH WALKABILITY *
MEDICAL SERVICES *
NOT GATED *
DON'T LIKE THAT AVON IS TOO EXPENSIVE *
GOOD FISHING *
GREAT SPAS *
GOOD PARKING *
GOOD BALANCE BETWEEN DEVELOPED AND OPEN SPACE *
TOO MUCH FAVORITISM IN TOWN POLICIES *
ALL THE SIDEWALKS *
NEW WALKING PATH *
LOVE THE IDEA OF CONNECTING AVON AND BEAVER CREEK *
NEW RECYCLING CENTER *
DON'T LIKE THAT AVON HAS ATTITUDE PROBLEMS *
FIREWORKS *
WHEN I'M LEFT ALONE BY GOVERNMENT AND POLICE *
MY NEIGHBORHOOD *
DON'T LIKE THAT AVON WASTES MONEY *
LESS INFIGHTING THAN OTHER TOWNS *
GREAT SNOW REMOVAL *
STRONG ECONOMY *
DON'T LIKE THAT AVON IS JUST A PASS-THROUGH TOWN *
DON'T LIKE THAT RESTAURANTS ARE WEAK *
LACK OF NON-USEFUL PAID CITY POSITIONS *
GOLF *
GIVE JOBS TO PEOPLE FROM AMERICA *
NOTHING IN PARTICULAR 7%
* LESS THAN 1% REPORTED.
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VERBATIM RESPONSES
1. CENTRAL LOCATION IN VAIL VALLEY - EASE TO GET TO VAIL, EDWARDS OR EAGLE 2. NOT ONLY TOURISTS, NICE
BLEND OF LOCALS, 2ND HOMEOWNERS AND TOURISTS 3. GOOD SERVICES CLOSE (I.E. HOME DEPOT, WAL-
MART, ETC.).
1. IT'S NOT AS TOURISTY. (LIVED IN VALLEY ALMOST 20 YEARS) 2. CENTRALLY LOCATED.
A GLORIOUS WELL-RUN MOUNTAIN TOWN. SAFE, WELL MAINTAINED. HOSPITABLE TO BOTH RESIDENTS AND
GUESTS.
A LOT OF THINGS TO DO AND THE AREA CLEANLINESS.
A SENSE OF COMMUNITY. AVON PROVIDES THE BEST OF BOTH WORLDS; IT IS A CONVENIENT LOCATION FOR
OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES AS WELL AS WORK, SHOPPING, RESTAURANTS AND CULTURAL EVENTS.
A SMALL TOWN FEEL BUT WITH ALL AMENITIES.
A TRANQUIL COMMUNITY, DIVERSE COMMUNITY, THE NOTTINGHAM LAKE, ACTIVITIES IN THE PARK, CONCERTS
ETC., CONVENIENCE TO SHOPPING AND SKIING.
ACCESS - TO SKIING, BOATING, HIKING, BIKING (ESPECIALLY NEW TRAILS BETWEEN AVON AND EDWARDS).
ACCESS TO BEAVER CREEK (N=2)
ACCESS TO EAGLE RIVER. NOTTINGHAM PARK. PATH AROUND TOWN.
ACCESS TO MOUNTAIN ACTIVITIES AND EVENTS LIKE THE NOTTINGHAM PARK BREWFEST, CONCERTS AND OTHER
TOWN ORGANIZED EVENTS. SMALL TOWN COMMUNITY FEEL AND WALKING ACCESS TO SHOPS AND
RESTAURANTS (THOUGH MORE ARE NEEDED). THE HOPE THAT THERE WILL BE MORE IMPROVEMENTS LIKE THE
NEW IMPROVED WALKWAY IN AVON CENTER, THE CARRIE FELL MURAL ON THE SEASONS BUILDING, PLANTINGS
AND FLOWERS, IMPROVED LOOK TO THE MEDIANS, NEW CONCERT STAGE, LIGHTS IN THE TREES DURING THE
WINTER. ALL OF THESE MAKE THE AREA FEEL LIKE A MORE UPSCALE MOUNTAIN TOWN EXPERIENCE.
ACCESS TO SKIING AND MOUNTAIN BIKING. AIR QUALITY.
ACCESS TO SKIING AT BEAVER CREEK.
ACCESS TO THE LIBRARY, REC CENTER, THE LAKE, AND BEAVER CREEK SKI AREA.
ACCESS TO THE MOUNTAIN. QUICK ACCESS TO INTERSTATE. TRAIL SYSTEM. SAFE.
ACCESS TO THE NATIONAL FOREST AND SKI AREAS. ALSO GREAT ACCESS TO QUALITY MOTORCYCLING ROADS IN
COLORADO.
ACCESS TO THE RIVER, OUTDOORS AND SKIING. COMFORTABLE WEATHER.
ACCESS TO VAIL VALLEY, HIKING, RIVER. RESTAURANTS.
ACCESS TO WORLD CLASS SKIING. OUTDOOR LIFESTYLE. ACCESS TO DENVER.
ACCESSIBILITY TO MOUNTAINS.
ACCESSIBILITY OF RESTAURANTS, SHOPPING, RECREATION, EVENTS IN THE TOWN CORE.
ACCESSIBILITY TO OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES YEAR ROUND.
ACCESSIBILITY TO RECREATION.
ACCESSIBILITY TO SKIING, SHOPPING (CITY MARKET), VAIL, VIEW, NOTTINGHAM PARK.
ACCESSIBILITY TO VAIL AND BEAVER CREEK.
ACTIVE, OUTDOOR LIVING AND SNOW SKIING AT BEAVER CREEK.
ACTIVE, SMALL TOWN LIVING, BEAUTIFUL SURROUNDINGS. HAPPY RESIDENTS.
ACTIVITIES, MUSIC (OFTEN FREE) IN SUMMER, NEARBY GOOD FISHING, WONDERFUL FLOWERS, WEATHER.
ACTIVITIES, RECREATION, CLEAN HEALTHY ATMOSPHERE.
AFFORDABLE SHOPPING OPPORTUNITIES SUCH AS GROCERY STORE, LIQUOR STORE, HARDWARE, ETC. BEING IN
BETWEEN EAGLE AND VAIL, WE ARE IN THE MIDDLE OF IT ALL. NOTTINGHAM LAKE AND ALL IT HAS TO OFFER
WITH THE NEW STAGE, DOCK AREA, BEACH, BIKE PATHS AND POSSIBLE DOG PARK. LANDSCAPING AND SIGNAGE
AROUND THE ROUNDABOUTS.
ALL OF IT.
ALL OF THE OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES AND THE EASE OF BEING ABLE TO WALK TO EVERYTHING. PLUS, IT SITS IN THE
HEART OF THE VALLEY MAKING ACCESS TO ALL THE VALLEY HAS TO OFFER EASY.
ALL OF THE RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES THAT ARE AVAILABLE AND THE COMPACT LOCATION TO EVERYTHING. THE
PARK IS GREAT AND BIKE TRAILS ARE FREQUENTLY USED AS WELL.
ALL OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES AVAILABLE TO US.
ALL THE PRETTY LANDSCAPING IN THE ROUNDABOUTS THAT COST GOD KNOWS HOW MUCH MONEY.
APPARENT LOW CRIME RATE, STREETS ARE SAFE, ALWAYS SOMETHING TO DO EVENT-WISE IN THE AREA, EVERYTHING
WE NEED IS IN WALKING DISTANCE, STREETS ARE CLEAN AND LANDSCAPING IS OUTSTANDING IN THE COMMERCIAL
AREAS.
AS A BUSINESS OWNER, I LIKE THAT IT IS CENTRALLY LOCATED.
AVAILABILITY OF RECREATIONAL FACILITIES.
AVON HAD A CHANCE TO BECOME A PREMIER SKI TOWN AT THE BASE OF BEAVER CREEK. THE COMPLETELY MISSED
THE MARK, INSTEAD JUST BECOMING A PASS THRU FOR PEOPLE TRAVELING TO BC. THERE IS NO REASON FOR
PEOPLE TO STOP IN AVON. NO CHARM, NO SHOPPING, VERY LITTLE DINING, NOT WALKING OR BIKING FRIENDLY,
NO TOWN CENTER, NO GATHERING PLACE, JUST A NON-COHESIVE BUNCH OF BUILDINGS.
AVON HAS EVERYTHING A 'TOWN' COULD WANT. AND THE CONVENIENCE TO EVERYTHING IS EXTRAORDINARY,
EITHER BY WALKING AND/OR USING THE FREE SHUTTLE SERVICE.
AVON HAS TRADITIONALLY HAD A FUN, LOCAL, COMMUNITY FEEL WITH LOTS DECENT WALKABILITY AND A GREAT
CENTRAL LOCATION WITHIN THE VALLEY. IT HAS ALWAYS BEEN AFFORDABLE TO YEAR ROUND WORKERS AND
FAMILIES AND IS MORE OPEN AND ACCESSIBLE UNLIKE THE GATED NEIGHBORHOODS THAT SURROUND IT
AVON IS A GREAT PLACE TO LIVE BECAUSE IT IS CLOSE TO SKI AREAS, THE PEOPLE ARE GREAT, AND THE SURROUNDING
SCENERY IS BEAUTIFUL.
AVON IS A NICE TOWN WITH LOTS OF AMENITIES. SAFE FOR KIDS AND ALL PEOPLE.
AVON IS A SAFE AND (USUALLY) QUIET COMMUNITY IN WHICH I CAN PARTICIPATE OR CHOOSE NOT TO PARTICIPATE
IN SPORT, CIVIC, AND/OR SHOPPING ACTIVITIES.
AVON IS A TIGHT KNIT COMMUNITY, LOCATED IN THE HEART OF A VALLEY THAT HAS MUCH TO OFFER.
AVON IS AWESOME!
AVON IS CONVENIENTLY LOCATED TO EVERYTHING IN THE VALLEY (VAIL MT, BEAVER CREEK, EDWARDS, EAGLE
VAIL) AND HAS PLENTY OF RECREATIONAL OPTIONS (LAKE, TRAILS).
AVON IS JUST FINDING ITS OWN IDENTITY. I LIKE THE PROXIMITY TO GREAT ACTIVITIES.
AVON IS LOCATED NEAR ALL SORTS OF OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, SKI AREAS ETC. LOCATION!
AVON IS THE CENTER OF THE VALLEY.
AVON IS THE MOST BEAUTIFUL PART OF THE VALLEY. BEING SO CLOSE TO BEAVER CREEK MAKES IT THE MOST
DESIRABLE AREA TO LIVE.
AVON ME GUSTA PORQ' ES UN PUEBLO MUY TRANQUILO Y MUY BONITO. (I LIKE IT BECAUSE IT IS A VERY QUIET
TOWN AND VERY NICE.)
AVON OFFERS A WONDERFUL VENUE OF YEAR ROUND OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES AS WELL AS OPPORTUNITIES TO ENJOY
VARIED CULTURAL EVENTS. IT IS A AMAZING PLACE TO RAISE ONES FAMILY AS WELL AS A COMFORTABLE PLACE TO
LIVE AS A RETIREE
AVON'S LOCATION BETWEEN EDWARDS AND VAIL, AFFORDABILITY, BIKE PATHS.
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BEAUTIFUL AREA, ABUNDANT AND CONVENIENT SERVICES, SAFE AND EASY ACCESS TO SKI AREA.
BEAUTIFUL LOCATION, EASY ACCESS TO OUTSIDE ACTIVITIES, THE NUMBER OF CULTURAL EVENTS IN AVON AND THE
SURROUNDING AREA, THE PROXIMITY TO A LARGE CITY.
BEAUTIFUL VILLAGE CONVENIENT TO SLOPES, DINING, SHOPPING AND THE RIVER.
BEAUTY, OUTDOOR ATHLETIC ENVIRONMENT AND GREAT RESTAURANTS AND CULTURE. LESS EXPENSIVE THAN VAIL.
BEAUTY, PEOPLE EVERYTHING ABOUT IT.
BEAUTY, PEOPLE, SAFETY, QUALITY.
BEAUTY, QUIET.
BEAUTY, WALKABILITY AND CONVENIENCE.
BEAUTY. PUBLIC ART. CLEANLINESS AND SAFETY.
BEAVER CREEK.
BECAUSE WE HAVE ACCESS TO COMMUNITY BUSINESS, JOBS, LIBRARY, GYM, SCHOOLS, AND SUPERMARKET.
BEING ABLE TO HIKE AND BIKE RIGHT OUT MY DOOR.
BEING ABLE TO WALK EVERYWHERE TO EVERYTHING.
BEING ABLE TO WALK TO RESTAURANTS AND PLACES LIKE NOTTINGHAM PARK. I FIND IT VERY CONVENIENT THE
GROCERY, POST OFFICE, MY BANK, PARKS, MUNICIPAL BUILDINGS ARE CENTRAL LOCATED AND EASY TO ACCESS.
BEING CLOSE TO RESORT. CONVENIENCE OF GROCERY, BANK, P.O., LIBRARY, REC CENTER AND LAKE.
BEING IN THE MOUNTAINS BUT STILL CLOSE ENOUGH TO DENVER IF I NEED A CITY FIX.
BEING IN THE MOUNTAINS CLOSE TO SKI AREA.
BIKING, WALKING, DOG FRIENDLY.
BUS LINE, PROXIMITY TO VAIL AND BC, WELL MAINTAINED, SIDEWALKS, AMENITIES LIKE GROCERY STORE, BAKERIES,
POST OFFICE, LAKE, REC CENTER, BIKE PATH.
BUS SYSTEM. LANDSCAPING BESIDE THE LODGE AT AVON. CONVENIENCE.
CAN WALK TO EVERYTHING - SHOPS AND RESTAURANTS. SMALL TOWN FEEL WITH GREAT RESTAURANTS AND
RECREATIONAL FACILITIES. CLOSE TO BEAVER CREEK SLOPES.
CENTRAL IN THE VALLEY, CLOSE TO THE RIVER, BEAVER CREEK AND SERVICES (GROCERY STORE, POST OFFICE, ETC).
CENTRAL LOCATION AND ACCESS TO BC, BANKS, AND POST OFFICE.
CENTRAL LOCATION IN THE VALLEY, PROXIMITY TO BEAVER CREEK, GREAT CITY MARKET, USEFUL LOCAL BUSINESSES,
LIBRARY, AND REC CENTER.
CENTRAL LOCATION IN THE VALLEY, PROXIMITY TO BEAVER CREEK, RECENT TOWN IMPROVEMENTS AND
DEVELOPMENTS, GREAT SNOW REMOVAL SERVICE!
CENTRAL LOCATION IN THE VALLEY.
CENTRAL LOCATION, NOTTINGHAM LAKE ACCESS, WILDRIDGE IS QUIET.
CENTRAL LOCATION, OPEN SPACE STILL AROUND, NOTTINGHAM LAKE, VIEWS FROM WILDRIDGE.
CENTRAL LOCATION. (N=3)
CENTRAL TO ALL ACTIVITIES, VIEW OF MOUNTAINS, CLOSE TO AN AIRPORT.
CENTRAL VALLEY LOCATION. LIBRARY, NOTTINGHAM PARK.
CENTRALLY LOCATED BUT FEELS COUNTRY-ISH.
CENTRALLY LOCATED IN THE VALLEY.
CERTAINLY NOT THE COST OF LIVING (RENT IN PARTICULAR) BUT THE LIFESTYLE MORE THAN MAKES UP FOR IT. AVON
IS A CLOSE KNIT COMMUNITY, I LOVE WALKING THRU THE PARK AND BUMPING INTO OLD FRIENDS.
CIUDAD TRANQUILA Y ORDENADA. (CALM AND ORDERLY CITY.)
CLEAN AIR, CLOSE PROXIMITY TO SERVICES SUCH AS GROCERY STORES, CULTURAL EVENTS, SKIING. READILY
AVAILABLE OPEN SPACE, VERY FRIENDLY POLICE AND FIRE AND EMERGENCY SERVICES, SNOW PLOWING AND
GENERAL ROAD CARE.
CLEAN COMMUNITY. OPEN SPACES. WELL TAKEN-CARE-OF TOWN.
CLEAN TOWN, LOW CRIME, LAKE, PEOPLE AND THE MOUNTAIN LIFESTYLE.
CLEAN, SIMPLICITY, FRIENDLY, CLOSE KNIT.
CLEAN, WELL-ORGANIZED, ACCESS TO MOST NEEDS IN THE VALLEY.
CLEANLINESS OF THE CITY, IT'S VERY SECURE AND PEACEFUL.
CLEAR AIR, CAN SEE STARS AT NIGHT.
CLIMATE AND CENTRAL LOCATION.
CLIMATE AND SMALL TOWN ATMOSPHERE.
CLIMATE, ACTIVITIES, SCENERY.
CLIMATE, TRAILS.
CLIMATE.
CLOSE PROXIMITY TO EVERYTHING I NEED.
CLOSE PROXIMITY TO NATURE. COUNCIL WHO LISTENS. EAGLE RIVER.
CLOSE PROXIMITY TO WORK AND PLAY.
CLOSE TO ACTIVITIES; BIKING SNOWBOARDING, FISHING, AFFORDABLE TO OWN A CONDO WITH A GARAGE. AVON IS
SMALL ENOUGH THAT IS HAS A GOOD COMMUNITY FEEL.
CLOSE TO BEAVER CREEK SKIING.
CLOSE TO BEAVER CREEK, CENTRALLY LOCATED IN VAIL VALLEY. CLEAN LIVING!
CLOSE TO BEAVER CREEK.
CLOSE TO BEAVER CREEK. SENSE OF COMMUNITY. FARMER'S MARKET.
CLOSE TO EVERYTHING, NOT A LOT OF CRIME.
CLOSE TO EVERYTHING.
CLOSE TO RESORTS.
CLOSE TO SKI AREA. (N=2)
CLOSE TO SKI. SHUTTLE SERVICE TO BEAVER CREEK. SAFE.
CLOSE TO SKIING AND GREAT WEATHER.
CLOSE TO VAIL AND BEAVER CREEK ACTIVITIES, BUT NOT AS 'TOURISTY'. I LIKE THAT MANY TO MOST AVON
RESIDENTS LIVE HERE FULL TIME.
CLOSE TO VAIL AND CAN WALK TO MOST STORES AND BEAVER CREEK. NOTTINGHAM PARK (BEACH ESPECIALLY).
SPECIAL EVENTS AT PARK.
CLOSE TO VAIL WHERE I WORK. GOOD LOCAL PEOPLE.
CLOSE TO VAIL, CLIMATE, I LIKE THE IMPROVED LANDSCAPING/WALKWAYS THROUGHOUT AVON.
CLOSE TO WILDERNESS AND CITY SERVICES.
CLOSE TO WILDERNESS AREAS AND FOREST SERVICE ACCESS AND HAVING BEAVER CREEK RIGHT THERE.
CLOSENESS TO BEAVER CREEK, BIKE PATH, ABILITY TO WALK TO EVENTS, STORES.
COLORADO IS A GREAT PLACE TO LIVE AND AVON IS A WONDERFUL TOWN.
COMFORTABLE PLACE TO LIVE.
COMMUNITY FEELING. (N=2)
COMMUNITY, VIEWS AND TRAILS.
CONVENIENCE (N=4)
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CONVENIENCE AND AFFORDABILITY.
CONVENIENCE AND LOCATION.
CONVENIENCE OF MOUNTAIN ACCESS.
CONVENIENCE OF SERVICES.
CONVENIENCE OF STORES AND LAKE.
CONVENIENCE TO OTHER THINGS AND A SENSE OF COMMUNITY.
CONVENIENCE TO SHOPPING, SKIING, RECREATING, ETC.
CONVENIENCE TO SKI AREAS AND OTHER SERVICES.
CONVENIENCE TO THE OUTDOORS, SKIING, HIKING. RECREATION CENTER.
CONVENIENT LOCATION TO SKIING, BIKING, BACK COUNTRY.
CONVENIENCE TO BEAVER CREEK AND OTHER JOBS.
COOL SUMMER PLAYGROUND.
COOL SUMMERS.
CRISP, CLEAN AIR, RECREATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES, CONVENIENCE OF GETTING AROUND, RESTAURANT AVAILABILITY.
DO NOT LIVE IN AVON.
DON'T LIKE IT MUCH, THERE IS NO PLACE TO WALK. THE ROUNDABOUTS MAY BE GOOD FOR CARS, BUT NOT SO
MUCH FOR WALKING.
DON'T LIVE HERE. WORK HERE. LOVE THE NEW WALKING PATH.
DON'T LIVE IN AVON NOW. BUT WHEN I DID, I LOVED THE ABUNDANCE OF OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES. ALSO LOVED THE
WEATHER, LAID-BACK PEOPLE AND BEAUTIFUL SCENERY (AVON RESIDENT '93-'07).
DOWNTOWN LANDSCAPING LOOKS GREAT! QUALITY OF SERVICES.
EAGLE COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT. VIEWS FROM MY HOUSE. MY VEGETABLE GARDEN.
EASE OF ACCESS TO ENTERTAINMENT AS WELL AS RESOURCES (GROCERIES, TOOLS, ETC.).
EASE OF ACCESS TO SKIING AND RESTAURANT.
EASE OF GETTING AROUND. LOVE THE NEW FARMERS' MARKET.
EASY ACCESS TO EVERYTHING.
EASY ACCESS TO PUBLIC LANDS - DON'T LET THE BICYCLIST TAKE OVER STREETS AND OPEN SPACE! THEY WILL BE FAIR
GAME!
EASY TO GET BASIC SERVICES.
EASY USE OF THE MOUNTAIN TO SKI.
EASY! SAFE!
EASYGOING LIFESTYLE. GREAT VARIETY OF ACTIVITIES AND AMENITIES IN THE AREA. SOME ETHNIC DIVERSITY, WHICH
CAN BE HARD TO FIND AROUND HERE.
ENJOY LIVING IN A SMALL TOWN WITH THE SMALL TOWN ATMOSPHERE. WE HAVE ALL THE AMENITIES WE NEED.
LAKE IS PHENOMENAL AND HAS BEEN A HUGE DRAW TO VISITORS FAR AND WIDE. 'WE'RE ON THE MAP!
EVENTS AT THE PARK. WALKING INTO AND AROUND TOWN.
EVERYTHING I NEED IS THERE AND CLOSE BY, AS WELL!
EVERYTHING IS WITHIN WALKING DISTANCE.
EVERYTHING.
EXCELLENT PARKS AND RECREATION CENTER, GOOD GROCERY STORE, LOADED JOES' COMMUNITY MEETING PLACE,
NEST AND TREASURES, ACCESS TO BIKE/HIKE/WALK TRAILS, BEAUTIFUL GREEN SPACES.
FAMILY FRIENDLY.
FEEL SAFE, THE VIEWS, ACCESSIBILITY, THE LAKE.
FEELING SAFE.
FOCUS ON FAMILY ACTIVITIES. CENTRAL LOCATION OF VALLEY. BIKE TRAILS IN WILDRIDGE.
FREE RECREATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES WITHIN THE TOWN, CLEAN, SAFE, COMMUNITY FOCUSED FEELING.
FRIENDLINESS OF RESIDENTS AND SHOP PERSONNEL, LOW KEY ENVIRONMENT FOR THE MOST PART.
FRIENDLINESS, CLIMATE.
FRIENDLY, COMMUNITY MINDED, 'SMALL TOWN' ATMOSPHERE. EASY ACCESS TO NEEDS AND RECREATION.
GENUINE SMALL TOWN FEEL. CLEANLINESS OF STREETS, PARKS, ETC. CONVENIENCE OF SHOPPING.
GIVE JOBS TO PEOPLE FROM AMERICA.
GOOD CENTRAL LOCATION FOR SKIING BOTH VAIL AND BEAVER CREEK. ALSO TO PLAY GOLF IN SUMMER AND CLOSE
TO SHOPPING.
GOOD COMMUNITY AND GREAT SCENERY.
GOOD COMMUNITY SAFE TO LIVE IN AND I REALLY LIKE IT.
GOOD PEOPLE/COMMUNITY.
GOOD SELECTION OF RETAIL/DINING/SERVICES AND GOOD PROXIMITY.
GOVERNMENT TO STOP WASTING MONEY ON NEW/UNNEEDED PROJECTS. THE PURCHASE OF THE NEW BUILDING
FOR A TOWN HALL IS A GREAT EXAMPLE OF A WASTE OF PRECIOUS MONEY.
GREAT ACCESS TO OUTDOOR EVENTS AND I LOVE THE PEOPLE HERE.
GREAT BALANCE BETWEEN DEVELOPMENT AND WIDE OPEN.
GREAT CENTRAL LOCATION IN THE VALLEY. IMPROVED ACCESS TO RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES WITH WEST AVON
PRESERVE.
GREAT LOCATION TO SKI BOTH VAIL AND BEAVER CREEK IT'S CLOSE TO EDWARDS. AVON HAS A GREAT COMMUNITY
FEEL. NOTTINGHAM PARK OFFERS A LOT OF FUN EVENTS.
GREAT LOCATION TO THE MOUNTAINS. THE TOWN IS IDEALLY SITUATED AT THE BASE OF BEAVER CREEK AND CLOSE
TO VAIL. LIKE THE SMALL TOWN FEEL.
GREAT MOUNTAIN, RELAXED LIFESTYLE, GREAT SPAS, GREAT FESTIVALS.
GREAT RECREATION, NOTTINGHAM LAKE AREA, REC CENTER, PROXIMITY TO SKIING.
GREAT SUMMERS COMPARED TO CENTRAL TEXAS. ENJOY SKIING.
GREAT TOWN TO RAISE A FAMILY.
HAVING WALKING ACCESS TO SHOPS, RESTAURANTS, NOTTINGHAM LAKE. I LOVE NEVER HAVING TO DRIVE AND DEAL
WITH TOURISTS THAT CANNOT SEEM TO UNDERSTAND OUR ROUNDABOUTS. (IT'S DANGEROUS!).
HEALTHY LIFESTYLE, BUT DON'T LIKE IT HERE MUCH.
HEALTHY LIFESTYLE, CLOSE TO WORK AND RESORTS.
HIKING, SKIING.
HOUSES ARE MORE AFFORDABLE THAN IN VAIL, CLOSE TO STORES AND EASY TO GET TO EITHER BC OR VAIL, TRAIL
ALONG THE RIVER, GOOD BUS SYSTEM.
HOW ACCESSIBLE EVERYTHING IS. FROM OUR CONDO (LIFTVIEW CONDOMINIUM) WE CAN WALK ALONG THE RIVER,
BIKE RIDE TO VAIL, ENJOY FREE CONCERTS AND THE LAKE, WALK TO GREAT BARS AND RESTAURANTS AND GET ON
A FREE BUS TO GET UP TO GREAT SKIING. THE VIBE HERE FEELS VERY FRIENDLY AND LOCAL
HOW CONVENIENT IT IS FOR ME TO LIVE AND WORK HERE - WITH NEARBY BANK, POST OFFICE, GROCERY, ETC. LOVE
ALL THE NEW CHANGES AND ESPECIALLY BY THE LAKE.
HOW SAFE IT IS, AND HOW DIVERSE THE TOWN PARK IS.
I AM A PART TIME RESIDENT. WALKABILITY OF THE TOWN. GOOD RESTAURANTS IN THE TOWN.
I AM NOT ABLE TO ANSWER SOME OF THESE QUESTIONS BECAUSE I HAVE NEVER LIVED HERE.
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I CAN REACH EVERYTHING IN WALKING DISTANCE. THAT IS IMPERATIVE, SINCE I DO NOT OWN A CAR.
I CAN WALK OR BIKE TO EVERYTHING I LIKE/NEED TO DO.
I CAN'T REALLY PUT MY FINGER ON ONE PARTICULAR REASON THAT I LOVE LIVING IN AVON. MAYBE IT IS THAT THE
PEOPLE ARE WONDERFUL, PARTICULARLY IN THE AREAS OF COMMERCE AND SERVICE. THE WHOLE ATMOSPHERE
IS FRESH AND EXCITING. MY MOOD IS ALWAYS UPLIFTED WHEN I AM IN AVON, ALTHOUGH THAT MAY BE THE
THIN AIR. I ALSO PARTICULARLY LIKE THE FACT THAT EVERYTHING I NEED IS WITHIN 2 MILES OF MY APARTMENT.
THE CITY MARKET, WHICH HAS A GREAT SELECTION OF GROCERIES AND SUPPLIES TO THE WALMART THAT HAS
GREAT PRICES AND A FULL SELECTION OF EVERYTHING UNDER THE SUN.
I DO NOT LIVE IN AVON.
I DO NOT LIVE IN AVON.
I DO NOT LIVE THERE BUT I HAVE A RENTAL CONDO. THE TOWN IS GREAT FOR WALKING TO RESTAURANTS, SHOPS
AND CLOSE FOR FOLKS WHO WORK IN BEAVER CREEK.
I DON'T LIVE IN AVON, BUT HAVE A BUSINESS. I LOVE THE PARK AND THE GENERAL BUSTLE OF THE TOWN.
I DON'T LIVE IN AVON, I HAVE A BUSINESS HERE. BUT, WHAT I LIKE BEST THE MANY IMPROVEMENTS, SUCH AS THE
WYNDHAM, PEDESTRIAN MALL UPKEEP OF THE ROUNDABOUTS ETC.
I ENJOY BEING IN THE CENTER OF THE VALLEY.
I ENJOY THE QUIET AND BEAUTY OF WILDRIDGE. THE DOWNTOWN AREA, ALTHOUGH IMPROVING, NEEDS QUITE A
BIT OF WORK.
I HATE IT HERE. THEY WASTE TOO MUCH MONEY.
I HAVE OWNED A HOME IN AVON FOR OVER 25 YEARS. I LIVE IN WILDRIDGE AND LOVE THE QUIET, CLOSE TO
NATURE, MOUNTAIN LIVING. I LIVE IN WILDRIDGE AND LOVE THE QUIET, CLOSE TO NATURE, MOUNTAIN LIVING. I
HAVE WATCHED AVON GROW OVER THE YEARS, SOME GOOD, SOME NOT SO. THERE REALLY ISN'T AN AVON
'DOWNTOWN' PER SE, SOMETIMES HARD TO NAVIGATE. IT WILL BE INTERESTING TO SEE HOW THE NEW MEDICAL
CENTER WILL FIT.
I LIKE AVON BECAUSE IT IS CLOSE TO EVERYTHING. SKIING, GROCERY SHOPPING, UP-VALLEY/DOWN-VALLEY. I LIKE
NOTTINGHAM LAKE AND THE AMENITIES THERE. I ALSO LIKE THE REC CENTER.
I LIKE HAVING A GROCERY STORE, CAR REPAIR, REC CENTER, AND THE WESTIN. THE RESTAURANTS ARE IMPROVING.
WILDRIDGE IS REMOVED FROM THE I-70 TRAFFIC. THE LAKE IMPROVEMENTS ARE GREAT. THE NEW TRAILS IN
THE WEST AVON PRESERVER ARE KEEPING US IN AVON; IF THEY WERE NOT HERE WE MAY HAVE MOVED. IT IS A
VERY SAFE COMMUNITY IN GENERAL AND SPECIFICALLY THANKS TO THE EXCELLENT POLICE FORCE. LIVING AT THE
FOOT OF BEAVER CREEK IS HUGE.
I LIKE ITS PROXIMITY TO THE SHOPS IN EDWARDS AND THE FESTIVALS IN VAIL. SADLY, MY TOWN (AVON) HAS NONE
OF THESE.
I LIKE LIVING IN THE CENTER OF AVON WHERE I CAN PARK MY CAR AT HOME AND WALK TO THE GROCERY STORE,
RESTAURANTS, RECREATION, HIKING ETC.
I LIKE THAT I CAN WALK, RIDE BIKE OR HOP ON A BUS TO ANYWHERE. THE REC CENTER AND NEW PARK STAGE ARE
WONDERFUL.
I LIKE THAT IT IS NOT VAIL OR BEAVER CREEK! AVON SEEMS TO ME TO BE A PLACE FOR THE LOCALS OR FOR THOSE
THAT ARE HERE ON A BUDGET. VAIL AND BEAVER CREEK ARE SO UPSCALE AND EXPENSIVE, ALTHOUGH GREAT
PLACES TO SKI.
I LIKE THE FACT THAT IT IS CENTRAL TO NEARLY EVERYTHING IN THE VALLEY. IN MY OPINION, PROXIMITY TO BEAVER
CREEK, NOTTINGHAM PARK, AND VAIL AND EDWARDS MAKE IT IDEAL
I LIKE THE FACT THAT THE TOWN OF AVON IS BASICALLY ITS OWN WORLD. YOU CAN DO ANYTHING; SKI, RAFT DOWN
THE RIVER, FISH SAID RIVER, HIKE SAID MOUNTAINS. YOU CAN ALSO BIKE AND IT HAS SOME WORLD CLASS EVENTS
IN THIS TOWN AS WELL! I AM USED TO LIVING LIFE IN SMALL TOWNS. AVON IS A SMALL TOWN, BUT IT HAS SOME
HUGE EVENTS UP ON BEAVER CREEK.
I LIKE THE GREAT LOCATION NEXT TO BEAVER CREEK SLOPES. OTHER THAN THAT I LIKE THE SMALL VILLAGE FEEL,
WITH EVERYTHING WITHIN A SHORT WALK. THERE'S A VARIETY OF THINGS TO DO, AND THE REC CENTER AND
LIBRARY ARE TOP-NOTCH
I LIKE THE LOCATION OF THE TOWN. THE NOTTINGHAM PARK AND THE BICYCLE PATHS ARE WONDERFUL. EASY
ACCESS TO VAIL, I-70. BEAUTIFUL ROUNDABOUTS AND CONVENIENT ACCESS TO SERVICE OF ALL KINDS.
I LIKE THE PARK AND THE BEACH. THE PLAYGROUND NEEDS UPDATING BUT IT'S NICE TO HAVE IT THERE AND I LIKE
HOW CONVENIENTLY LOCATED CITY MARKET IS AND THAT THERE ARE A FEW CAFES/DELIS TO CHOOSE FROM.
RENT IS SOMEWHAT REASONABLE.
I LIKE THE PROXIMITY TO THE MOUNTAINS, THE SKI RESORTS, THE RESTAURANTS, BARS, LOCAL SHOPPING, LAKE,
ENTERTAINMENT, AND OUTDOOR LIFE STYLE.
I LIKE THE PROXIMITY TO WHAT ACTIVITIES I LIKE TO DO.
I LIKE THE SMALL TOWN FEEL IN A COMMUNITY WITH A STRONG ECONOMY. PLUS, THE NEW BIKE TRAILS ARE
FANTASTIC!
I LIKE THE TOWN OF AVON BECAUSE OF THE FOLLOWING: 1. ABILITY TO WALK EVERYWHERE. 2. QUAINTNESS OF THE
TOWN. 3. FEELING SAFE. 4. NOT TOO CROWDED. 5. FRIENDLY PEOPLE.
I LOVE ALL THE MOUNTAIN BIKE TRAILS I CAN RIDE FROM MY HOUSE. I'M GLAD AVON IS EXPANDING ITS TRAIL
SYSTEM. NOTTINGHAM PARK HAS COME A LONG WAY AS WELL. BEST PARK IN THE VALLEY
I LOVE NOTTINGHAM PARK AND LAKE. THE BEACH IS A GREAT ASSET TO OUR TOWN.
I LOVE SECURITY, PROXIMITY TO GROCERY STORES AND SKIING.
I LOVE THAT AVON IS THOUGHTFULLY EVOLVING INTO A WONDERFUL LOCALS COMMUNITY THAT SERVES ITS GUESTS.
IT IS A VERY NICE COMMUNITY TO BE A PART OF.
I LOVE THE AMENITIES, AVON LAKE, THE EAGLE-VAIL POOL, THE AVON REC CENTER, THE LIBRARY AND THE BIKE
PATHS. I LIKE THE IMPROVEMENTS THE TOWN HAS DONE FOR FAMILIES AND RECREATION.
I LOVE THE CENTRAL LOCATION IN THE VALLEY.
I LOVE THE CENTRAL LOCATION TO WHAT THE VAIL VALLEY HAS TO OFFER. I LIKE THAT THE TOWN OF AVON SEEMS
TO BE GOING IN THE RIGHT DIRECTION FOR STAYING AN ACTIVE LOCAL COMMUNITY.
I LOVE THE CONCEPT OF CREATING AVON/BEAVER CREEK TO BE CONNECTED AND HAVING THE SAME GOALS.
ENHANCING THE ENVIRONMENT/TASTEFUL CHOICES OF RECREATIONAL/ENTERTAINMENT EXPERIENCES FOR
PEOPLE WHO LIVE THERE OR VISIT.
I LOVE THE CONVENIENCE OF EVERYTHING. LOVE THE LAKE AND THE WALKING/RIDING PAT BY THE RIVER. GOOD
RESTAURANTS, REC CENTER, VIEWS.
I LOVE THE LAID BACK LIFESTYLE WITH ENDLESS OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES.
I LOVE THE NEW ROUNDABOUTS. NOTTINGHAM LAKE LOOKS AMAZING. NEW STAGE AT NOTTINGHAM PARK IS
GREAT. AVON LOOKS AMAZING!
I LOVE THE SMALL TOWN FEEL, BUT LOTS OF AMENITIES.
I LOVE THE VIEWS FROM WILDRIDGE AND THE PROXIMITY TO SKIING AND OTHER OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES.
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I MOVED TO AREA IN 1979. I STAYED IN VAIL FOR SKIING AND SUMMER TIME. I EVENTUALLY MARRIED AND BOUGHT
IN EAGLE-VAIL. AVON WAS AVON. IT WAS OK. I ALWAYS GRAVITATED TOWARD VAIL AND THEIR ACTIVITIES.
THEN I WORKED IN BEAVER CREEK. IT WAS APPARENT THEN, AVON HAD ATTITUDE PROBLEMS. ESPECIALLY WITH
THE POLICE FORCE. I HAVE ALWAYS ENJOYED THE FIREWORKS AND EVEN HELPED JIM FUNK A COUPLE OF YEARS. I
HAVE TO ADMIT AVON HAS GREATLY IMPROVED IN MANY WAYS.
I THINK AVON IS A QUIET, SAFE, AND FRIENDLY PLACE TO LIVE. WE HAVE SO MUCH TO DO IN THE AREA AND I LOVE
LIVING HERE. THE TOWN IS ALWAYS GROWING WITH LOTS OF IMPROVEMENTS TO THE PARK AND THE
ROUNDABOUTS. IT IS A GREAT PLACE FOR ME AND MY FAMILY KEEP UP THE LIVE MUSIC!
I'M LUCKY TO LIVE HERE IN AVON. PARK IS GREAT.
INFRASTRUCTURE IS BECOMING MORE BIKE FRIENDLY. ENHANCEMENTS TO THE LAKE. CENTRAL LOCATION IN THE
VALLEY.
IT FEELS MORE LIKE A COMMUNITY HERE.
IT IS A GREAT LOCATION CLOSE TO VAIL AND BEAVER CREEK. GREAT BIKING AND HIKING.
IT IS A SAFE COMMUNITY FOR MY FAMILY, GREAT PEOPLE, BEAUTIFUL SETTING.
IT IS A SMALL, NICE AND CLEAN AND SAFE TOWN.
IT IS A TOWN WITH RETAIL SHOPS AND SERVICES, NICE ARTWORK, AND AN OUTSTANDING LIBRARY, REC CENTER, AND
PARK/LAKE FACILITIES. IT ALSO HOSTS NICE EVENTS THROUGHOUT THE YEAR. EXCELLENT TRANSPORTATION AND
MAINTENANCE OF THE STREETS AND SIDEWALKS.
IT IS AWESOME. THE VIEWS, THE CONVENIENCE TO THINGS AND ACTIVITIES. ALSO, I THINK THE TOWN HAS FINALLY
STARTED TO INVEST THEIR TIME AND MONEY IN THE COMMUNITY AND NOT JUST BUSINESSES AND THEIR NEEDS.
IT IS CENTRALLY LOCATED, CLOSE TO THE MOUNTAIN, VAIL, AND EDWARDS.
IT IS CLOSE ENOUGH TO VAIL AND BEAVER CREEK TO ENJOY THE ACTIVITIES THERE, WITHOUT LIVING IN THOSE
'TOURIST' TOWNS. AVON IS A LOCAL TOWN, WITH LOCAL AND (MOSTLY) FULL-TIME RESIDENTS.
IT IS PEACEFUL, QUIET AND SAFE.
IT IS VERY WELL LOCATED TO REACH OTHER PARTS OF THE COMMUNITY.
IT OFFERS A NICE BALANCE OF OFFERING OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, CULTURAL ACTIVITIES, AND CONVENIENCES OF
EVERYDAY LIVING.
IT'S A PRETTY GREAT PLACE TO LIVE.
IT'S A SMALL TOWN WITH EASY ACCESS TO MOST OF THE THINGS I NEED.
IT'S BEAUTIFUL HERE, THE AIR IS FRESH AND CLOSE TO RESORTS.
IT'S BEAUTIFUL HERE.
IT'S CENTERED TO THE VALLEY, ENJOY LIVING IN WILDRIDGE AREA.
ITS CENTRAL LOCATION IN THE VALLEY.
IT'S CONVENIENT TO MY WORK IN BEAVER CREEK. YOU CAN WALK OR RIDE YOUR BIKE TO THE NEW BANDSTAND!
IT'S FRIENDLY AND EASY TO ACCESS.
IT'S GETTING BETTER AND BETTER EVERY YEAR. THE RESTAURANTS, LAKE, AND NOW SUMMER ACTIVITIES.
IT'S JUST A GREAT TOWN TO LIVE IN.
ITS LOCATION TO VAIL, EAGLE-VAIL AND BEAVER CREEK.
IT'S NICE BEING CLOSE TO THE RESORTS AND THE PARK.
IT'S NICE.
IT'S NOT VAIL, IT'S NOT BEAVER CREEK, IT'S A REGULAR LIVING PLACE BUT WITH ACCESS TO THE UPSCALE THINGS IN
VAIL AND BEAVER CREEK.
IT'S NOT VAIL.
IT'S OUTSIDE DENVER, COOLER AIR, NATURAL BEAUTY.
ITS PROXIMITY TO BC AND VAIL. THE LAKE, RESTAURANTS AND NEW STAGE.
IT'S THE BEST PLACE TO LIVE IN THE USA. WE HAVE A LOW CRIME RATE, AND THE BEST LOCATION FOR OUTDOOR
ACTIVITIES.
IT'S THE HEART OF THE VALLEY FOR SURE. SMALL TOWN FEEL.
ITS VERY CONVENIENT TO EVERYTHING.
LA CALIDAD DE VIDA QUE SE VIVE EN EL AREA ES CONSIDERABLEMENTE TRANQUILA AUN CUANDO UN NUMERO DE
RESIDENTES A CRESIDO Y UN CAMBIO ENORME CON EL ESTILO DE VIDA DE LOS RESIDENTES. LIBERTAD MAS NO
LIBERTINAJE, LA CUAL SE HA PERDIDO UN POCO EL RESPETO EN AREAS PUBLICAS PARA Y POR OTROS. (THE
QUALITY OF LIFE THAT EXISTS IN THE EAR IS CONSIDERABLY QUIET EVEN WHEN A NUMBER OF RESIDENTS BUILT AND
THERE WAS A HUGE CHANGE IN THE LIFESTYLE OF RESIDENTS. LIBERTY NOT DEBAUCHERY, WHICH HAS LOST A
LITTLE RESPECT IN AREAS FOR THE PUBLIC.)
LA TRANQUILIDAD PARA SALIR A CAMINAR CON LA FAMILIA, Y LA SEGURIDAD QUE HAY EN WESTION DE LA
DELINCUENCIA Y SU VEGETACION. (PEACE OF MIND FOR GOING ON A WALK WITH THE FAMILY AND THE SECURITY
THAT EXISTS.)
LA TRANQUILIDAD,EL PUEBLO ESTA MUY LIMPIO Y LA ORGANIZACION EN GENERAL ESTA ESTUPENDA. (THE
TRANQUILITY, THE VILLAGE IS VERY CLEAN AND THE ORGANIZATION IN GENERAL IS GREAT.)
LAKE - ACTIVITIES - SMALL TOWN FEEL - LIBRARY, REC CENTER AND PERFORMING ARTS VENUES.
LAKE, TRAILS, WALKING PATHS.
LAKE/REC CENTER/EAGLE RIVER. 'NORMAL' LIVING IN RESORT AREA.
LAS (MONTANAS) HERMOSAS LA GENTE QUE VIVE AQUI ES MUY AMABLE, MUY SOCIABLE, TODO ME ENCATA 'AMO
ESTE LUGAR'. (THE MOUNTAINS ARE BEAUTIFUL, THE PEOPLE WHO LIVE HERE ARE VERY FRIENDLY, VERY
SOCIABLE, I LOVE THIS PLACE.)
LIFESTYLE, BIKING, HIKING.
LIKE AVON FOR CLOSENESS IN AREA TO BC AND VAIL OTHERWISE AVON DOESN'T HAVE MUCH GOING FOR IT AND
HAVE LINED HERE 25 YEARS, I EAT ELSEWHERE SHOP ELSEWHERE AND PLAY ELSEWHERE.
LIKE BEING CLOSE TO THE RESORTS.
LIKE LIVING IN COMMUNITY WITH FULL TIME RESIDENTS THAT ARE FRIENDLY, VERY CONVENIENT TO SHOPPING AND
CITY SERVICES -SUCH AS REC CENTER AND LIBRARY AND FREE BUS.
LIKE THE LOCATION - IT IS THE BUSINESS CENTER OF THE AREA.
LIKE THE SENSE OF PRIDE WITH WELL-MAINTAINED STREETS, SIDEWALKS, PARKS AND SIGNAGE. OF COURSE, THE
VIEWS ARE SPECTACULAR AND LOVE THE WONDERFUL PATH ALONG THE RIVER. AMAZING! HOPE IT WILL EXTEND
TO EAGLE-VAIL.
LIMPIA, ORDENADA, TRANQUILA CIUDAD. (CLEAN, TIDY, QUIET CITY.)
LIVE IN EDWARDS.
LIVED THERE 22 YEARS, CONVENIENT LOCATION FOR SON GOING TO SCHOOL.
LIVING IN AN AFFORDABLE MOUNTAIN COMMUNITY.
LIVING IN EAGLE-VAIL, BEING BETWEEN VAIL AND BC.
LIVING IN TOWN AND BEING ABLE TO WALK EVERYWHERE.
LIVING IN WILDRIDGE.
LO QUE ME GUSTA ES QUE ES UN LUGAR MAS TRANQUILO Y QUE ESTAN HACIENDO MAS EVENTOS. (WHAT I LIKE IS
THAT IT IS A MORE TRANQUIL PLACE AND THEY DO MORE EVENTS.)
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LO QUE NOS QUSTA ES LA TRANQUILIDAD, PARA VIVIR, PERO LOS DEMAS ESTA TODO MY CAR, LA COMIDA, GAS,
RENTA Y LOS AUMENTOS DE SUELDO ES MUY POCO, PARA LOQUE GUSTA SOLO NOS DA PRA IR PASANDO. (WHAT I
LIKE IS TRANQUIL TO LIVE, BUT THERE IS MY CAR, FOOD, GAS, RENT AND MY SALARY INCREASES VERY LITTLE.)
LOCAL TOWN ATMOSPHERE THAT CONTRADICTS THE ADJOINING SKI RESORTS AND SUBSEQUENT BUSINESS PROFILES.
LOCATION - SKIING.
LOCATION AND HAVING ALMOST EVERYTHING WE NEED WITHIN WALKING DISTANCE.
LOCATION AND PROXIMITY TO VAIL/BEAVER CREEK - ACCESS TO NATURE -OUTDOOR LIFESTYLE.
LOCATION AND WEATHER.
LOCATION IN RELATION TO THE COUNTY. CENTRALLY LOCATED.
LOCATION IN THE VAIL VALLEY. MOST BUSINESSES ARE WALKING DISTANCE (DINING/ENTERTAINMENT).
LOCATION IN THE VALLEY - EASY ACCESS TO MOUNTAINS AND OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES. RANGE OF RESTAURANTS ALL
WITHIN WALKING DISTANCE. MASSAGE/HAIR SALONS, GYMS AND REC CENTER. LAKE AND RIVER TRAILS. FRIENDLY
ATMOSPHERE.
LOCATION IS A BIG PLUS - BETWEEN VAIL AND EDWARDS. FAMILY ORIENTED.
LOCATION IS NEAR OUR JOBS AT BEAVER CREEK.
LOCATION RELATIVE TO VAIL AND EDWARDS.
LOCATION TO RIVERS AND SKI AREA. CLEAN, FRIENDLY.
LOCATION WITH ABILITY TO WALK TO STORES, RESTAURANTS, GONDOLA, ETC. AS WELL AS PROXIMITY TO EAGLE
RIVER.
LOCATION WITHIN THE VALLEY.
LOCATION, CONVENIENCES.
LOCATION, NOTTINGHAM LAKE, BIKE PATHS, CLOSE TO GROCERIES, SKI LIFTS.
LOCATION (N=7)
LOCATION. POLICE DEPARTMENT. VIEWS.
LOCATION; MID-VALLEY AND ACCESS TO SKIING AND NEW MOUNTAIN BIKE TRAILS. REALISTIC DIVERSITY OF
BUSINESSES.
LO QUE MI GUSTA AVON ES LA TRANQUILIDAD QUE UNO VIVE. (AVON IS TRANQUIL WITH ONE LIFE.)
LOS CEICAS Q ESTAN LAS TIENDAS MI TRABAJO.
LOVE OUR WEATHER AND PLACES LIKE NOTTINGHAM PARK AND THE NEW BIKE TRAILS IN WILDRIDGE.
LOVE THE BIKE PATH, BEING CLOSE TO SKI RESORT.
LOVE THE FAMILY FEELING IN AVON OVER THE RESORT FEELING OF VAIL. FEELS FRIENDLY AND SAFE.
LOVE THE MOUNTAINS AND THE SIZE OF THE COMMUNITY. IT'S ALWAYS JUST SO BEAUTIFUL.
LOVE THE NEW WEST AVON PRESERVE TRAILS. I ALSO LOVE THAT AVON IS CENTRALLY LOCATED AND EASY TO
ACCESS ALL THE GREAT AMENITIES OF THE VAIL VALLEY.
LOVE THE PROXIMITY TO LIBRARY, REC CENTER, POST OFFICE.
LOVE THE PUBLIC ART. LIKE THE COMMUNITIES WITHIN THE LARGER COMMUNITY. LOVE THE FREE CULTURAL
EVENTS. ACCESS TO SKIING AT BEAVER CREEK. LOVE THE HIKING AND BIKING TRAILS ON BLM LANDS! FEELS
CLEAN AND SAFE.
LOVELY, QUIET WILDRIDGE NEIGHBORHOOD. FAMILY FRIENDLY, SAFE AND A GREAT PLACE TO RAISE KIDS. GREAT
ACCESS TO VAIL, BEAVER CREEK, EDWARDS. GREAT HIKING AND BIKING TRAILS.
LOW DENSITY HOUSING IN WILDRIDGE.
LOW KEY, BASICS AVAILABLE, AFFORDABLE.
LOW PROFILE LIFE WITH NICE PEOPLE AND GOOD PLACES TO WORK. CLOSE COMMUTE IS THE BIG DIFFERENCE
MAKER.
MAINLY IS THE PROXIMITY TO MY SPOUSE'S JOB IN BENCHMARK PLAZA BUT THE ACCESS TO THE OUTDOORS FOR
RECREATION PURPOSES AND THE SMALL, ENGAGED COMMUNITY ARE A HUGE PLUS AS WELL.
ME GUSTA DE AVON SUS CALLES, SUS HOTELES, LOS NEGOCIOS LAS AREAS Y ESPACIOS AL AIRE LIBRE, EXELENTE
LUGAR PARA ME FAMILIA QUNQUE UN POCO CARO! (I LIKE AVON’S STREETS, HOTELS, BUSINESS AREA AND OPEN
AIR SPACES, EXCELLENT PLACE FOR MY FAMILY. A BIT EXPENSIVE.)
ME GUSTA TODO LAS MONTANAS, LA SEGURIDAD QUE TENEMOS EL PARKE, AVON CENTER Y LA TRANQUILIDAD CON
LA QUE SE VIVE AQUI. (I LIKE THE MOUNTAINS, THE SECURITY THAT WE HAVE IN THE PARK, AVON CENTER AND
TRANQUIL LIFE.)
ME GUSTA TODO, LA SEGUNIDAD, LA LIMPIEZA DE LA CIUDAD, EN VE RA NO. (I LIKE EVERYTHING, THE SAFETY, THE
CLEANLINESS OF THE CITY, ETC.)
MID VALLEY LOCATION. HOWEVER, IT IS VERY WEAK IN RETAIL AND PEDESTRIANS WALK/SHOP CENTERS LIKE
RIVERWALK. RESTAURANTS ARE WEAK.
MID-VALLEY LOCATION - CLOSE TO AMENITIES. RESTAURANT SELECTION. ACTIVITIES AT THE LAKE. NEW AVON
PRESERVE TRAILS.
MINUTES ACCESS TO RECREATION - HIKING/BIKING (THANK YOU FOR THE CONNECTOR TRAILS!) TRAILS, SKIING,
PARK.
MORE ACTIVITIES FOR THE YOUNG ONES.
MOUNTAIN BIKING TRAIL SYSTEM.
MOUNTAIN COMMUNITY, CLOSE TO BEAVER CREEK AND VAIL.
MOUNTAIN LIFE STYLE. (N=4)
MOUNTAIN LIFESTYLE. LOCATION TO VALLEY'S ACTIVITIES.
MOUNTAIN LIVING WITH GREAT AMENITIES.
MOUNTAIN STYLE OF LIFE. LOW CRIME RATE.
MOUNTAIN TRAILS.
MOUNTAIN, BIKING TRAILS, LAKE CONCERTS, FESTIVAL.
MOUNTAINS SKIING, ACCESS TO MOUNTAIN LIFE STYLE.
MOUNTAINS, NO TRAFFIC, COMMUNITY FEEL - THOUGH IT COULD USE SOME MORE COMMUNITY INTERACTION
SMALL DIVERSE.
MOUNTAINS.
MY FRIENDS. MOUNTAINS.
MY NEIGHBORHOOD.
MY WHOLE FAMILY (11 OF US) LOVE THE BEAUTY, EASE OF GETTING AROUND, REALLY NICE BUSINESSES, FRIENDLY
ATMOSPHERE, FAMILY-ORIENTED ACTIVITIES. I LOVE TO COME UP AND SEE WHAT'S NEW.
NATURAL BEAUTY, RECREATION OPPORTUNITIES, SMALL TOWN LIFE WITH BIG TOWN EVENTS.
NATURE - QUIET AND ORGANIZED TOWNS. A PARADISE. I LOVE LIVING HERE. GREAT TOWN.
NATURE, FRIENDLY PEOPLE.
NEAR VAIL BUT HAS ALL THE AMENITIES WE NEED TO LIVE WITHOUT BEING OVERRUN.
NEW BIKE TRAILS.
NEW TRAILS IN WEST AVON PRESERVE.
NICE COMMUNITY. LIKE THE PEOPLE.
NICE PLACE TO LIVE.
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NICE SMALL TOWN; LOVE THE RODEO, FREE CONCERTS, AND FARMERS MARKET.
NO TRAFFIC, SECURE.
NOT A RESIDENT OF AVON.
NOT MUCH TRAFFIC, NICE PEOPLE, VERY WELL MAINTAINED, BIKE FRIENDLY. PRETTY MUCH EVERYTHING!
NOTHING, THIS TOWN IS A LITTLE CORRUPT. IT'S BORING, THEY PLAY HIPPIE MUSIC AND LATINO. WHAT ABOUT
ROCK-N-ROLL, PUNK, OR AT LEAST 80'S MUSIC. RED NECKS RULE.
NOTTINGHAM PARK IS MY BACKYARD.
NOTTINGHAM PARK IS VERY NICE.
NOTTINGHAM PARK- MORE SPECIFICALLY, ITS OPEN SPACE AND THE CHILDREN'S PLAYGROUND. IT'S NICE AND QUIET
AND LOW KEY WITH GREAT SUN EXPOSURE.
NOTTINGHAM PARK, FREE CONCERTS, OPEN SPACE, MOUNTAIN BIKE TRAILS.
NOTTINGHAM PARK, REC CENTER, BIKE PATHS.
ON FREEWAY 70; VIEW AT BEAVER CREEK; CARDS AT NICE CLEAN LAKE; CLOSE TO VAIL, MOUNTAIN, LEADVILLE;
SIESTA MEXICAN, BEST AT EDWARDS.
OPEN SPACE AREAS. AVON LAKE.
OPENNESS OF COMMUNITY. OVERALL LIVING EXPERIENCE, SHOPPING, RESTAURANTS
ORIENTED TOWARD 'LOCALS'; SAFE; QUIET.
OUR HOME.
OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, DOG FRIENDLY, PRETTY, GOOD HIKING TRAILS.
OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES. (N=2)
OUTDOOR RECREATION. SMALL TOWN COMMUNITY.
OUTDOORS, EASY ACCESSIBILITY TO SKIING WITH THE GONDOLA, EASY ACCESSIBILITY TO HIKING, THE SMALL
NOTTINGHAM LAKE VENUE IN THE SUMMER FOR ACTIVITIES, THE FRIENDLY PEOPLE
OVER THE YEARS (18) THE TOWN HAS COME A LONG WAY UPDATING AND MAKE THIS A MORE FRIENDLY TOWN.
PARK AND LAKE.
PARKING, CHEAPER AND NOT AS BUSY AS VAIL.
PEACEFUL SMALL TOWN FEEL - LOVE THE LAKE, BEAUTIFUL SETTING, VERY FEW HIGH RISES. DON'T OVER BUILD LIKE
VAIL DID. LOVE THE LIBRARY AND REC CENTER, BEAUTIFUL FLOWERS. GOOD SHOPPING. COULD MAYBE HAVE A
FEW MORE UPSCALE SHOPS TO ATTRACT MORE AFFLUENT PEOPLE. NEW STRUCTURE ON LAKE IS GREAT.
PEACEFUL, VERY GREEN.
PEACEFUL. (N=5)
PEACEFUL. FEELS SAFE. CLEAN.
PEOPLE, WEATHER AND LOW-KEY FEEL.
PERFECT BLEND OF COMMUNITY, AFFORDABILITY, LOCATION AND AMENITIES NOT FOUND ELSEWHERE IN THE
VALLEY.
PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES - MOUNTAIN BIKING, KAYAKING EAGLE RIVER.
PLEASANT.
PLENTY OF ACTIVITIES AT YOUR FINGERTIP.
PROXIMITY OF SHOPS AND LEISURE AREAS. SAFE TOWN AS LONG AS YOU WATCH OUT FOR CARELESS DRIVERS WHILE
YOU'RE WALKING AROUND TOWN, BIKING OR DRIVING.
PROXIMITY TO ACTIVITIES, (SKIING, HIKING, SHOPS).
PROXIMITY TO ALL DESIRABLE AMENITIES INCLUDING PARK, LIBRARY, SHOPS AND RESTAURANTS.
PROXIMITY TO BEAVER CREEK, LAKE, AND PARK.
PROXIMITY TO BEAVER CREEK, VAIL.
PROXIMITY TO BEAVER CREEK. (N=2)
PROXIMITY TO BEAVER CREEK. PROPERTY COSTS. LACK OF MANY PEOPLE AND FEWER TOURISTS.
PROXIMITY TO EVERYTHING, LIVE IN THE MIDDLE, WALK EVERYWHERE.
PROXIMITY TO GROCERY, DRUG, CONVENIENCE, RETAIL STORES IN THE 'DOWNTOWN' AREA.
PROXIMITY TO GROCERY, SKIING, RETAIL, RESTAURANTS.
PROXIMITY TO LIFTS, SHOPPING, RESTAURANTS, ETC.
PROXIMITY TO MANY ACTIVITIES. REAL TOWN FEEL.
PROXIMITY TO RECREATION, MANY OPPORTUNITIES.
PROXIMITY TO RECREATIONAL AMENITIES.
PROXIMITY TO SERVICES, GROCERY, GYM, RESTAURANTS.
PROXIMITY TO SKI AREA AND PARK.
PROXIMITY TO SKI AREA, TRAILS AND SHOPPING.
PROXIMITY TO SKIING WITHOUT BEING LOCKED INTO A SKI VILLAGE. HIKING, BIKING, NOTTINGHAM PARK AND LAKE.
DOG FRIENDLY. GOOD FOOD OPTIONS. GOOD BUS SYSTEM. GOOD SHOPPING FOR NECESSITIES.
PROXIMITY TO SKIING, BIKING, KAYAKING.
PROXIMITY TO SKIING, CYCLING, MOUNTAIN BIKING. AVAILABILITY OF PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION.
PROXIMITY TO SKIING, SNOWSHOEING, MOUNTAIN BIKING, HIKING, ROAD BIKING.
PROXIMITY TO SKIING.
PROXIMITY TO SKIING AND OTHER MOUNTAIN ACTIVITIES WHILE GETTING AWAY FROM BUSINESS OF VAIL.
PROXIMITY TO THE MOUNTAINS.
PROXIMITY TO THE MOUNTAINS. I LOVE THE TURNABOUTS. THE CITY IS CLEAN AND HAS A GREAT QUALITY OF LIFE.
PROXIMITY TO VAIL AND BEAVER CREEK. (N=5)
PROXIMITY TO VAIL. QUIET SPOT OFF I-70, GOOD WALKING ON RIVER PATH, SHOPPING.
PROXIMITY TO WHAT I NEED. BEAUTIFUL PLACE.
PROXIMITY TO WORK. (N=3)
QUALITY OF LIFE, HAPPY PLACE.
QUE ESTAN CERCAS LAS TIENDAS, LIBRERIA, CENTROS DE COMIDA Y TODO EN BUENAS CONDICIONES. (THE SHOPS,
LIBRARY, FOOD CENTERS AND ALL IN GOOD CONDITION.)
QUIET COMMUNITY, CLOSE TO WORK.
QUIET MOST OF THE TIME.
QUIET ON RIVER.
QUIET SCENIC AREA THAT'S AFFORDABLE, YET RESORT DESTINATION.
QUIET SMALL TOWN FEEL - NOTTINGHAM PARK.
QUIET, CLEANLINESS, CONVENIENCE OF GROCERY - CITY MARKET IS EXCELLENT, HOME DEPOT AND WALMART.
QUIET, LOW KEY, SAFE, EASY TO NAVIGATE, A MALL, EVERYTHING CLOSE AT HAND.
QUIET.
'REAL TOWN' FEEL, ABUNDANCE OF RESTAURANTS AND EVENTS
REALLY EVERYTHING - STUFF BELOW IS ICING ON THE CAKE. THE CITIZENS ARE GREAT. VIBE IS RIGHT ON.
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO ENJOY A GREAT LIFE. HEAVEN ON EARTH.
REC CENTER. CONCERTS (NEW) AT NOTTINGHAM, NEW STAGE. LOVE WILDRIDGE - SINGLETREE CONNECTOR TRAILS
(MOUNTAIN BIKE).
RECREATION OPPORTUNITIES.
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RECREATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES, SMALL TOWN FEEL.
RELAXED MOUNTAIN TOWN ENVIRONMENT WITH CLOSE PROXIMITY TO BEAVER CREEK SKIING.
RELAXED, FRIENDLY.
RELAXED, NOT TOO CROWDED, GREAT RECREATION.
RELAXING, COMFORTABLE.
RESORT SKIING AND HAVING EVERYTHING AT MY FINGERTIPS.
RESPONDENT FEELS THE QUALITY OF LIFE IS THE BEST THING ABOUT LIVING IN AVON.
SAFE, AFFORDABLE. NOT TOO BUSY WITH VISITORS ALL THE TIME LIKE VAIL. CLOSE TO ALL THAT VAIL VALLEY HAS TO
OFFER.
SAFE, CLEAN, PRETTY, EVENTS, BUSINESSES, TRANSPORTATION.
SAFE, QUIET, AND DARK NEIGHBORHOOD WITH GOOD STREET MAINTENANCE.
SAFETY, COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES, PROXIMITY TO RESORTS AND PARKS.
SCENERY - QUALITY OF LIFE - FRIENDLY PEOPLE - HEALTHY LIFESTYLE, PROXIMITY TO SKIING, HIKING, SNOWSHOEING,
CULTURAL PERFORMANCES AND EVENTS.
SCENERY, NEIGHBORS, ACTIVITIES.
SCENERY.
SCHOOL 1ST - 12TH GRADE VERY CLOSE.
SEEMS MORE LIKE A SMALL TOWN THAN A RESORT AREA.
SENSE OF COMMUNITY FROM BEING A SMALL TOWN. THE BEST LOCATION IN THE VALLEY AT THE BASE OF BC AND A
SHORT DISTANCE TO VAIL. I AM PROUD OF OUR LOCAL SCHOOL, AES, AND WHAT IT HAS ACHIEVED. I LIKE THAT
THE TOWN IS COMMITTED TO KEEP GROWING AND IMPROVING. SO MUCH HAS CHANGED SINCE THE 90'S.
SERVICE SHOPPING AND ACCENT TO SKI RESORT.
SKIING - FISHING.
SKIING AT BEAVER CREEK AND A VERY NICE REC CENTER.
SKIING AT BEAVER CREEK.
SKIING, HIKING, BIKING.
SKIING, NICE CLEAN TOWN.
SKIING. GOOD CLEAN LIVING, SAFE AND PEACEFUL.
SLOWER PACE OF LIFE THAN OUR HOMETOWN (ATLANTA, GA). LESS TRAFFIC. COOLER CLIMATE IN THE SUMMER.
SLOWER PACE OF LIFE VS. HOMETOWN ATLANTA, GA.
SMALL ALPINE COMMUNITY WITH QUALITY SHOPPING, WIDE VARIETY OF VERY GOOD OUTDOOR RECREATION
OPPORTUNITIES, AND FIRST CLASS CULTURAL EVENTS.
SMALL AREA; NATURE, OPENNESS, MOUNTAINS, PROXIMITY TO VAIL AND BEAVER CREEK.
SMALL COMMUNITY FEEL WITH LOTS OF CONVENIENCE. SHOPPING, BANKING, CENTRAL WITHIN THE VAIL VALLEY.
SMALL COMMUNITY WITH BIG TOWN ACTIVITIES. VERY WELL KEPT AND BEAUTIFUL.
SMALL SIZE.
SMALL TOWN ATMOSPHERE AND CAN WALK TO MOST OF OUR DAILY NEEDS.
SMALL TOWN ATMOSPHERE WITH BIG CITY PERKS. VIEWS, VIEWS, VIEWS!
SMALL TOWN ATMOSPHERE.
SMALL TOWN ATMOSPHERE.
SMALL TOWN BUT GOOD AMENITIES.
SMALL TOWN FEEL BUT WITH ACCESS TO SKI SLOPES, GOOD RESTAURANTS, GROCERY STORE AND FRIENDLY PEOPLE.
SMALL TOWN FEEL IN ACTIVE SKI AREA.
SMALL TOWN FEEL, BIG TOWN ACTIVITIES, PARK, ETC. THANKS FOR ASKING.
SMALL TOWN FEEL, WELL ORGANIZED, FREE BUS TO BEAVER CREEK!
SMALL TOWN FEEL (N=5)
SMALL TOWN LIVING WITH GOOD ACCESS TO QUALITY OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES AND CULTURAL EVENTS.
SMALL TOWN LIVING WITH LOTS OF AMENITIES.
SMALL TOWN LIVING WITH OUTSIDE AMENITIES.
SMALL TOWN, ABILITY TO KNOW TOWN STAFF, COUNCIL BUSINESS OWNERS AND OTHER RESIDENTS.
SMALL TOWN, BUT HAS GROCERY AND OTHER NEEDS READILY ACCESSIBLE. WALKING ABILITY TO WALK TO RUN
ERRANDS. LOVE THE LAKE! GREAT RESPONSE BY FIRE AND POLICE.
SMALL TOWN, BUT QUALITY AMENITIES. COMMITMENT TO IMPROVING OUTDOOR AMENITIES LIKE NOTTINGHAM
LAKE/PARK, WILDRIDGE BIKE TRAILS.
SMALL TOWN, CLOSE TO SKI BASIN.
SMALL TOWN, DECENT FACILITIES.
SMALL TOWN, EASY TO FIND PLACES.
SMALL TOWN, EVERYONE KNOWS EACH OTHER.
SMALL TOWN, LOCAL FEEL, PROXIMITY TO OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES.
SMALL TOWN, MOUNTAIN LIVING, CLEAN CORE AREA, NOTTINGHAM PARK.
SMALL TOWN, NEAR MANY ACTIVITIES.
SMALL TOWN, NOT AS MUCH IN-FIGHTING AS VAIL.
SMALL TOWN, PROXIMITY TO SKIING, CLOSE TO RIVER, LOW KEY, NICE PARK.
SMALL TOWN, RESORTS NEARBY, WEATHER.
SMALL TOWN, ROUNDABOUTS, NOTTINGHAM PARK.
SMALL, CLEAN, ARTISTIC, AMENITIES, GOOD TRAFFIC FLOW, EASY PACE - JUST A NICE WELL MAINTAINED PLACE.
SMALLER TOWN, HAS ALL THE SERVICES YOU NEED.
SMALLER TOWN/LESS CROWDED THAN VAIL OR BRECK. LOCATION OF AVON IS EXCELLENT ACCESS TO
SKIING/BEAVER CREEK.
SO CLOSE TO EVERYTHING, SUPER CONVENIENT.
SO FAR IT DOESN'T FEEL LIKE A RESORT TOWN FOR THE WEALTHY - A PLACE TO LIVE PEACEFULLY, GREAT PLACE TO
RAISE KIDS.
SO MANY OPEN SPACES, PLACES TO HIKE AND WALK MY DOG.
SOMEWHAT LOCALS' ORIENTATION (BUT EVEN MORE LOCAL-TARGETED WOULD BE GREAT).
STILL HAS A SMALL TOWN FEEL TO SOME DEGREE (UNLIKE EDWARDS).
STRONG SENSE OF COMMUNITY, SAFETY (GREAT LAW ENFORCEMENT!), FREE FAMILY-FRIENDLY COMMUNITY
EVENTS, ACCESS TO NATURE (ESP WILDRIDGE TRAILS AND NOTTINGHAM BEACH).
SUMMER CLIMATE, NOTTINGHAM PARK FOR WALKING, CONVENIENT BIG BOX SHOPPING.
SUMMER WEATHER.
THAT IT IS IN THE MOUNTAINS BUT NOT A SKI TOWN, PER SE. PLEASE DO NOT GO 'UP-SCALE'.
THAT MY DAILY NEEDS ARE ALL WITHIN WALKING DISTANCE.
THAT THE TOWN IS CLEAN, HAS VARIOUS GOOD RESTAURANTS, HOTELS, SHOPS AND THAT IT IS CLOSE TO BEAVER
CREEK, VAIL, EDWARDS.
THE ABILITY TO WALK AND/OR BIKE TO STORES, CONCERTS, WORK, ETC. BASICALLY - NOT HAVING TO GET IN A CAR.
THE ABILITY TO WALK TO THE LAKE, RESTAURANTS, LIBRARY, REC CENTER, SHOPPING, POST OFFICE. AVON IS STILL A
'REAL' TOWN.
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THE ACCESS TO THE OUTDOORS. BEAVER CREEK IN WINTER AND MOUNTAIN BIKE TRAILS IN THE SUMMER.
THE ACCESSIBILITY TO LOCAL BUSINESSES, BEAVER CREEK, AND ALL THE OUTDOOR ACTIVITY.
THE ACCESSIBILITY TO WORLD CLASS SKI RESORTS.
THE ATMOSPHERE OF LIVING IN A COMMUNITY AND NOT A RESORT.
THE BEAUTY OF THE MOUNTAINS AND THE FRIENDLY PEOPLE.
THE BEAUTY.
THE BEST I LIKE IN AVON IS SNOW, THE LIGHTS FOR CHRISTMAS, AND THE BEAUTIFUL FLOWERS. EVERYTHING IS VERY
NICE AND GREEN WITH THE RAIN.
THE BEST THING I LIKE IS THE CENTRAL LOCATION IN THE VALLEY, AND THAT I CAN WALK ANYWHERE IN THE CENTRAL
PART OF TOWN SINCE I LIVE RIGHT IN TOWN.
THE CENTRAL LOCATION IN THE COUNTY AND EASY ACCESS TO A VARIETY OF GOODS, SERVICES, AND RECREATIONAL
OPPORTUNITIES. ACCESS TO NOTTINGHAM PARK WHICH IS ONE OF THE NICEST AREAS IN THE COUNTY. ACCESS
TO THE EAGLE VALLEY TRAIL AND TO ECO TRANSIT SERVICES. AVON ISN'T COMPLETELY COMMITTED TO THE
SECOND HOME OWNER AND TOURIST LIKE VAIL AND BEAVER CREEK, SO THERE IS STILL A SENSE OF COMMUNITY
IN TOWN.
THE CENTRAL LOCATION IN THE VAIL VALLEY. THE PROXIMITY OF THE LAKE, THE REC CENTER, MOUNTAIN BIKING
TRAILS.
THE CENTRAL LOCATION WITHIN THE WESTERN SLOPE AND THE VIBRANCY OF THE COMMUNITY.
THE CENTRAL VALLEY LOCATION; THE INTERNATIONAL ATMOSPHERE AND THE IMPROVING BEAUTY, FUNCTIONALITY
AND PEDESTRIAN CONDITIONS; I GUESS ALL OF THOSE THINGS RATE EQUALLY.
THE CLEAN AN ACTIVE LIFESTYLE.
THE CLEANLINESS, BEAUTY, PARK, LAKE, EVENTS.
THE CLIMATE. (N=2)
THE CLOSENESS OF ALL THINGS NEEDED TO I.E. SHOPS, BUSES, RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES, SKI ACCESS, ETC.
THE COMMUNITY FEEL.
THE CONVENIENCE OF BEING ABLE TO WALK TO MY NEEDS. THE NOTTINGHAM LAKE AREA IN THE SUMMER HAS
REALLY COME INTO ITS OWN. IT'S GREAT!
THE CONVENIENCE OF EVERYTHING IN WALKING DISTANCE. LIFE IN THE MOUNTAINS.
THE CONVENIENCE OF HAVING EVERYTHING ONE NEEDS WITHIN A VERY SMALL AREA, WITH VERY LITTLE DRIVING
TIME OR TRAFFIC.
THE CREATIVITY IN COMING UP WITH NEW EVENTS, SUCH AS THE FARMERS MARKET, THE MUSIC EVENTS AT THE
NEW STAGE, AND OTHER PROJECTS. LOVE THE 4TH OF JULY FIREWORKS.
THE EAGLE RIVER WALK.
THE EASE OF THE TOWN; EASY TO WALK AROUND, THE STORES, THE GONDOLA, THE BUS, AND THE LAKE.
THE EASY ACCESS TO SO MANY OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES NOTTINGHAM LAKE PARK AND OTHER OUTDOOR SPACES.
THE ENDLESS OPPORTUNITIES TO BE ACTIVE. WE LIVE RIGHT OFF THE BIKE PATH ON NOTTINGHAM. IT IS EASY TO GET
ON AND EXERCISE.
THE ENVIRONMENT AND THE PEOPLE.
THE FACILITIES FOR THE SMALL TOWN.
THE FACT THAT AVON IS MAKING EFFORTS TO IMPROVE TRAFFIC FLOW, ACCOMMODATE CYCLISTS AND PEDESTRIANS
AND INCLUDE COMMUNITY STYLE FUNCTIONS IS ATTRACTIVE.
THE FEEL OF A SMALL, UNIFIED TOWN. PUBLIC EVENTS, THE PARK, THE WALKABILITY, ESPECIALLY WITH THE NEW
PEDESTRIAN MALL, THE ART.
THE FEELING OF LIVING IN A NICE LOOKING BUILDING, UPSCALE, RESORT TOWN WITHOUT THE TRAFFIC, POLLUTION,
NOISE OF BEING IN A BIG CITY.
THE FRIENDLINESS OF THE PEOPLE.
THE FRIENDLY PEOPLE AND THE WONDERFUL WEATHER.
THE GREAT OUTDOORS.
THE GREAT VIEWS.
THE GROWTH IN SINGLE TRACK FOR MOUNTAIN BIKING.
THE LAKE AND ALL THE SIDEWALKS, LANDSCAPING FREE PARKING FOR BC.
THE LAKE AND PARK AND NEW BEACH. WELL DONE.
THE LAKE IS GREAT. CONVENIENCE TO VAIL AND BEAVER CREEK.
THE LAKE!
THE LAKE, PARK, REC CENTER, LIBRARY, SPECIAL EVENTS, CONCERTS, WALK TO GOOD RESTAURANTS AND GROCER.
NEED MORE SHOPS.
THE LIFESTYLE PRIORITIES OF THE RESIDENTS AND FRIENDLY DISPOSITION OF EVERYONE.
THE LOCATION AND ACCESS TO BEAVER CREEK.
THE LOCATION IN THE VALLEY. I'M NOT STUCK IN VAIL OR EAGLE. MY FRIENDS ARE MOVING TO AVON BECAUSE
THEY CAN'T AFFORD TO LIVE IN VAIL.
THE LOCATION PLACES IT AS THE CENTER OF THE VALLEY. EASY ACCESS TO BOTH OUR WINTER AND SUMMER
BUSINESS AND RECREATION.
THE LOCATION/ACCESS TO ALL THE OUTDOOR RECREATION IN THE AREA.
THE MOUNTAIN LIFE - WORLD CLASS SKIING, HIKING, SCENERY, WEATHER.
THE 'MOUNTAIN LIFESTYLE' BEAUTIFUL WEATHER AND WE HAVE A VERY SMALL TOWN FEEL.
THE MOUNTAIN.
THE MOUNTAINS AND THE SMALL COMMUNITIES.
THE MOUNTAINS AND THE VIEW THEY PROVIDE.
THE MOUNTAINS' FRESH AIR.
THE MOUNTAINS, AIR, NO TRAFFIC, QUIET.
THE MOUNTAINS, PEOPLE.
THE MOUNTAINS. OUR HOME HAS A BEAUTIFUL VIEW OF THE MOUNTAINS. ALSO, FRIENDLY ENVIRONMENT.
THE NEW AMPHITHEATER, THE LAKE, PROXIMITY TO SKIING. UPGRADES TO THE COMMERCIAL SPACES AROUND
TOWN.
THE NEW MUSIC, ACCESSIBILITY TO THE BANK, GROCERY STORE, RESTAURANTS, POST OFFICE.
THE NICE AND WELL MAINTAINED LOOK OF TOWN.
THE NICE PEOPLE AND SENSE OF COMMUNITY.
THE OPEN SPACE AND BEAUTIFUL RESIDENCES IN THE WILDRIDGE AND OTHER HILLS SURROUNDING AVON. THE WAY
DEER AND OTHER ANIMALS HAVE ROOM TO RUN FREE IN THE HILLS.
THE OUTDOOR LIVING, SKIING, BIKING, HIKING AND RIVERS.
THE OUTDOORS, IN SUMMER HIKING, SWIMMING, BIKING, LIBRARY, REC CENTER. FLOWERS IN ROUNDABOUT.
THE PEACEFULNESS.
THE PEOPLE ARE ALL SO NICE.
THE PEOPLE, WE ARE ALL FROM SOMEWHERE ELSE, YET WE TREAT EACH OTHER AS FAMILY. WE WORK AND LIVE
TOGETHER, AS WELL AS CELEBRATE AND PLAY TOGETHER. THAT IS WHAT MAKES A COMMUNITY IN MY MIND.
KNOWING THAT YOUR NEIGHBOR TAKES CARE OF AND LOOKS OUR FOR YOU, WELL, THAT SAYS IT ALL.
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THE PEOPLE.
THE PROXIMITY - TO TRAILS (MOUNTAIN BIKE), SKIING, RESTAURANTS, GENERAL SHOPPING. LOVE IT.
THE PROXIMITY OF THINGS - POST OFFICE, SUPERMARKET, BANKS, RECREATION CENTER, ETC. EASY TO NAVIGATE BY
CAR OR BUS. CLEAN, GREEN. ORGANIZED EVENTS AT LAKE.
THE PROXIMITY TO BANKS, P.O., GROCERY AND RESTAURANTS.
THE PROXIMITY TO BEAVERCREEK AND VAIL, THE GREAT BIKING, BOTH MOUNTAIN AND ROAD BIKES, NOTTINGHAM
PARK AND LAKE ARE A GREAT AMENITY.
THE PROXIMITY TO MOUNTAIN RECREATION.
THE QUALITY OF LIFE IN AVON IS GREAT BECAUSE OF ALL THAT THE TOWN PUTS INTO IT.
THE RECREATION. THE PROXIMITY TO NEARBY STORES (HOME DEPOT, WAL-MART, CITY MARKET, ETC.).
THE RELAXED ATMOSPHERE AND EASY GOING LIFESTYLE.
THE RELAXED WAY OF LIVING AND THE ACCESSIBILITY TO THE SKI RESORTS.
THE SCENERY - EVERYTHING.
THE SCENERY, MOUNTAINS, NEARBY SKIING, AND PEOPLE. I LOVE THEM ALL!
THE SCENERY, THE ACTIVITIES, MY FRIENDS.
THE SENSE OF COMMUNITY, THE SIZE OF TOWN, AND THE FACILITIES WE HAVE AVAILABLE TO RESIDENTS FROM
TRANSIT TO THE REC CENTER AND USE OF THE LAKE.
THE SIMPLICITY OF AVON.
THE SMALL TOWN FEEL AND FRIENDLINESS OF THE PEOPLE WHO LIVE AND WORK HERE.
THE SMALL TOWN FEEL AND LOCATION OF MY HOUSING.
THE SMALL TOWN FEEL AND THE NEW AMPHITHEATER.
THE SMALLER RETAIL STORES OF THE MAIN DOWNTOWN AREA. PLEASE KEEP THE BIG BOX STORES OUT OF THE MAIN
DOWNTOWN CORE AREA.
THE TOWN IS KEPT CLEAN AND SAFE AND PEOPLE ARE FRIENDLY (THE LOCALS).
THE TOWN OF AVON IS A TOWN; IT IS NOT A CITY.
THE TOWN OF AVON IS IDEALLY LOCATED, SITUATED BETWEEN SKIING, OUTDOOR RECREATION, RESORTS, DINING,
CULTURE, AND OTHER RESOURCES.
THE VENUES, THE CONCERTS.
THE VIEWS AND PROXIMITY TO VAIL MOUNTAIN.
THE VIEWS AND QUIET OF WILDRIDGE.
THE VIEWS AND THE CLOSE VICINITY TO NATURE. THE BEAUTY OF THE AREA, AND THE ABILITY TO ENJOY THAT
ENVIRONMENT YEAR ROUND.
THE VIEWS UP ON TOP OF WILDRIDGE.
THE VIEWS, THE PROXIMITY TO EVENTS AND OUTDOOR OPPORTUNITIES.
THE WALKABILITY! THE BIKE TRAILS! THE PARK! THE POLICE/SECURITY MONITORING OF EVENTS. THE LACK OF NON-
USEFUL PAID CITY POSITIONS!
THE WEATHER - FEELING LIKE I'M ALWAYS ON VACATION WITH SO MANY FUN THINGS TO DO.
THE WEATHER AND THE PEOPLE.
THE WEATHER, ACTIVITIES AND FEELING OF SAFETY.
THE WEATHER, THE LANDSCAPE.
THE WILDRIDGE NEIGHBORHOOD - 10 MINUTES FROM THE HEART OF TOWN BUT STILL A RURAL ATMOSPHERE. THE
NEW TRAILS IN THE WEST PRESERVE AREA ARE A REAL ASSET. WE ALSO LIKE THE AVON'S COMMERCIAL ZONE HAS
EVERYTHING.
THE WONDERFUL PEOPLE THAT LIVE HERE AND THE COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP. THIS ALSO SAYS WE ALL LIVE HERE
BECAUSE WE WANT TO. NOBODY GOT DRAGGED HERE OR WAS FORCED TO LIVE HERE!
THERE ARE LOTS OF ACTIVITIES, RESTAURANT CHOICES, AND IT HAS A NICE 'VIBE'.
THERE ARE MANY OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, THE TOWN IS CLEAN AND WELL KEPT.
THERE IS A LOT TO DO ESPECIALLY WITH CHILDREN. I ALSO FEEL THIS IS A VERY SAFE COMMUNITY.
THERE IS SO MUCH TO DO HERE - EVERYTHING I NEED IS IN WALKING DISTANCE - GROCERIES, GYM, WORK, PARK,
CONCERTS, SKIING, RESTAURANTS, ETC. IT'S BEAUTIFUL AND FEELS MORE AND MORE LIKE ITS OWN COMMUNITY.
I LOVE THE STAGE IN THE PARK AND THE PROGRAMMING. I APPRECIATE THE WORK TO MAKE THE TOWN SAFER
FOR BIKERS AND WALKERS - MORE CAN BE DONE. IT'S SUCH A GREAT MOUNTAIN TOWN WITH SUCH A GREAT
FUTURE AHEAD!
THINK IT IS A VERY CONVENIENT LOCATION TO A RANGE OF IMPORTANT ACTIVITIES, THE RESORT AND NATIONAL
FOREST.
THIS HAS TO DO WITH MOUNTAIN VIEWS; PEOPLE AND WEATHER.
TOWN ATMOSPHERE.
TOWN IS CLEAN, SAFE, AND AESTHETICALLY PLEASING. NOTTINGHAM PARK KEEPS GETTING BETTER WITH THE
ADDITION OF THE BEACH, DISC GOLF, AND THE NEW STAGE.
UP VALLEY LOCATION, ACCESS TO TRAILS.
VACATION HOME/RENTAL. LOVE IT! HEALTHY LIFESTYLE AND GREAT PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM.
VARIETY OF ENTERTAINMENT AND HEALTHY THINGS TO DO.
VERY CENTRALLY LOCATED.
VERY CLEAN, SAFE, WEATHER IS GREAT.
VERY LITTLE.
VERY NICE AND BEAUTIFUL. NICE PARK.
VERY PEACEFUL. CLEAN, SECURE.
VERY QUIET IN WILDRIDGE. NOT CRAZY ABOUT TOA, BUT LOVE WILDRIDGE! WR SPEED TRAPS SUCK! LET US GO
TO WORK!!
VERY SAFE AND QUIET.
VIEW FROM WILDRIDGE.
VIEW, A LOT TO DO OUTDOORS IN ALL SEASONS, AND MOUNTAIN BIKING TRAILS IN WILDRIDGE.
VIEW, SUN, TRAILS, CLEARED ROADS IN WINTER.
WALKABILITY OF THE TOWN LOTS OF ACTIVITIES VARIETY OF SHOPPING OPPORTUNITIES ACCESS TO HIGHWAY,
EAGLE AIRPORT 'VILLAGE FEEL'.
WALKABILITY TO MANY GREAT SHOPS AND RESTAURANTS.
WALKABILITY, NOTTINGHAM PARK, BARS/RESTAURANT.
WALKING ACCESSIBILITY TO SERVICES, BIKE PATH, REC CENTER, QUALITY LIBRARY AND RIVER ACCESS. GREAT NEW
RECYCLING CENTER!
WALKING DISTANCE TO EVERYTHING. LANDSCAPING DONE BY THE TOWN. PROXIMITY TO VAIL AND BEAVER CREEK.
WALKING! I ENJOY BEING ABLE TO WALK TO THE MARKET, RESTAURANTS, SPA, REC CENTER AND THE LAKE.
WE COME FOR VACATION, PEOPLE ARE VERY FRIENDLY AND LAID BACK.
WE DON'T LIVE FULL TIME IN AVON BUT ENJOY THE SCENIC VIEWS - MULTIPLE ADVENTURES.
WE ENJOY BEING ABLE TO WALK MOST PLACES IN AVON. WE USED TO ENJOY THE LOW TRAFFIC FLOW BUT THAT HAS
INCREASED SIGNIFICANTLY. WE LIKE THE FACT THAT WE ARE CLOSE TO VAIL, BC, CITY MARKET, AND POST
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WE ENJOY THE CENTRALLY LOCATED FACILITIES LIKE THE LIBRARY, SPORTS CENTER, NOTTINGHAM LAKE ALL WITHIN
CLOSE RANGE OF EACH OTHER. THE WINTER BUS SERVICE TO BEAVER CREEK IS GREAT.
WE ENJOY THE PROXIMITY TO BEAVERCREEK AND VAIL FOR THE SKI SEASON AND SUMMER ACTIVITIES ARE
AWESOME!
WE HAVE THE ABILITY TO WALK OR TAKE PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION WHILE IN TOWN. NO NEED TO DRIVE A VEHICLE.
LOVE THE FACT THAT THE SKI BUS RUNS FREQUENTLY.
WE LIKE EVERYTHING ABOUT AVON. WE PARTICULARLY ENJOY THE CONVENIENCE OF SHOPPING AND DINING SO
CLOSE AND THE BEAUTIFUL FLOWERS AND LANDSCAPING.
WE LIKE LIVING IN THE MOUNTAINS AND THE PROXIMITY TO BEAVER CREEK AND VAIL.
WE LIVE IN WILDRIDGE, WE LOVE THE QUIETNESS UP THERE BUT SURE WISH WE HAD BUS SERVICES OR A PATH UP
WILDRIDGE ROAD FOR WALKING/BIKING.
WE LOVE ALL THE CHANGES TO THE REC CENTER AND PARK.
WE LOVE ALL THE OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES (BOTH SUMMER AND WINTER). WE ALSO LOVE THE SMALL TOWN FEEL OF
AVON.
WE LOVE AVON! WE OWN A CONDO AT BCW THAT IS FACING THE LAKE AND THE SKI RUNS OF BEAVER CREEK
AND IT IS JUST A BEAUTIFUL VIEW. EITHER SUMMER OR WINTER!! WE LIVE IN FLORIDA AND WE STAY ABOUT 3
MONTHS BOTH SUMMER AND WINTER. WE LOVE THE PARK AND WALK AROUND THE LAKE 4 TIMES A DAY. WE
LOVE SITTING ON THE BALCONY AND LOVE TO WATCH THE DOGS PLAY AND ESPECIALLY THE CHILDREN! WHAT A
VIEW WHEN WALKING AROUND THE LAKE! THE MOUNTAINS ARE SO BEAUTIFUL IN BOTH SUMMER AND WINTER!
WE LOVE THE WALKING/BIKING TRAILS FROM AVON INTO THE CITY AND THE ONE FROM AVON TO EDWARDS.
WHAT A BEAUTIFUL WALK TO EDWARDS ALONG THE RIVER. AVON KEEPS THAT PARK SO BEAUTIFULLY. WHEN
WE WERE THERE LAST, THEY WERE WORKING ON THE STAGE. CAN'T WAIT TO SEE IT WHEN WE GO BACK NEXT
MONTH. OF COURSE, AVON HAS THE MOST BEAUTIFUL FIREWORKS ALSO! (SORRY ABOUT WHAT HAPPENED THIS
YEAR THOUGH). HOPEFULLY, THEY WILL STILL HAVE THEM NEXT YEAR. AVON HAS SO MANY GREAT RESTAURANTS
TOO! LOVE IT THERE!
WE LOVE BEING IN A CENTRAL LOCATION TO ALL THAT THE VALLEY HAS TO OFFER.
WE LOVE IT. TOTALLY A COMMUNITY FEEL AND WE FEEL SAFE.
WE LOVE LIVING IN WILDRIDGE BECAUSE IT IS CLOSE TO VAIL AND BEAVER CREEK. WE LOVE THE SOLITUDE BEING
AWAY FROM I-70 AND BACKING UP TO NATIONAL FOREST.
WE LOVE THAT WE CAN WALK EVERYWHERE - POST OFFICE, MARKET RESTAURANTS, PARK, LIBRARY, REC CENTER,
ETC.
WE LOVE THE ACCESSIBILITY TO NATURE; A TRUE MOUNTAIN COMMUNITY. IT IS LESS CROWDED THAN VAIL, NOT AS
EXPENSIVE AND HIGH END AS BEAVER CREEK.
WE USED TO LIKE AVON FOR QUALITY OF LIFE. TOWN POLICIES AND FAVORITISM HAVE RUINED THAT.
WEATHER AND FRIENDLY.
WEATHER AND PEOPLE THERE ARE VERY NICE.
WEATHER AND TEMPERATURE.
WEATHER.
WEATHER; SKIING, HIKING AND OTHER OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, QUALITY OF LIFE.
WHAT I LIKE BEST ABOUT LIVING IN AVON IS THE FEELING OF LIVING IN A REAL TOWN. I WORK IN VAIL (FOR THE
LAST 13 YEARS) AND DO NOT GET THAT FEELING.
WHAT I LIKE BEST IS QUALITY OF LIFE. WHAT I DISLIKE IS TOWN COUNCIL AND NEW DEVELOPERS NOT WORKING
HAND IN HAND.
WHEN I'M LEFT ALONE BY GOVERNMENT AND POLICE.
WILDRIDGE - QUIET, DARK, LOW TRAFFIC VOLUME, BEAUTIFUL VIEWS.
WILDRIDGE BECAUSE IT'S THE ONLY NEIGHBORHOOD WHERE YOU DON'T HEAR 70. IT'S SO QUIET AND PEACEFUL.
WILDRIDGE IS NICE AND QUIET, EXCEPT FOR THE DUMP TRUCKS UP AND DOWN THE HILL FOR CONSTRUCTION.
WILDRIDGE IS PEACEFUL. LOTS OF ACTIVITIES IN AVON. LANDSCAPING IN BUSINESS AREAS HAS IMPROVED A LOT.
GREAT PARK EVENTS.
WINTER BUS SERVICE. GREAT JOB ON LAKE. NOT TOO CROWDED LIKE VAIL. KEEP MULTIFAMILY UNITS OUT! WE
HAVE ENOUGH.
WORKING, HOSPITALS, DOCTORS APT. PLAYING. NOTTINGHAM LAKE PARK VERY BEAUTIFUL.
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TOWN OF AVON, COLORADO – COMMUNITY SURVEY
SEPTEMBER 2015 PAGE 51
OVERALL QUALITY OF LIFE IN AVON
QUESTION 2: HOW WOULD YOU RATE THE OVERALL QUALITY OF LIFE IN AVON USING A 5-POINT SCALE WHERE 5 IS EXCELLENT AND 1 IS VERY POOR?
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
GENDER ETHNICITY AGE HOUSEHOLD INCOME
MALE FEMALE WHITE HISPANIC
18 TO 34
YEARS
35 TO 49
YEARS
50 TO 64
YEARS
65 YEARS
OR OLDER
LESS THAN
$30,000
$30,000
TO
$49,999
$50,000
TO
$79,999
$80,000
TO
$99,999
$100,000
TO
$174,999
$175,000
TO
$249,999
$250,000
OR MORE
5 - EXCELLENT 38% 36% 40% 37% 59% 38% 39% 36% 39% 50% 41% 31% 34% 38% 42% 41%
4 48% 48% 48% 49% 30% 46% 51% 47% 48% 40% 41% 51% 55% 47% 51% 48%
3 11% 12% 10% 11% 9% 15% 9% 12% 9% 8% 14% 13% 9% 13% 8% 8%
2 2% 2% 1% 2% - 1% - 3% 1% 2% 2% 2% 1% 2% - 1%
1 - VERY POOR 1% 1% - * 2% - 1% - - - 2% 1% - - - -
DON'T KNOW 1% * 2% 1% - - - 1% 4% - - 1% 1% 1% - 2%
MEAN † 4.2 4.2 4.3 4.2 4.4 4.2 4.3 4.2 4.3 4.4 4.2 4.1 4.2 4.2 4.3 4.3
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
CHILDREN UNDER 18 REGISTERED VOTER RESIDENCY HOME OWNERSHIP BUSINESS OWNERSHIP
YES NO YES NO
FULL-TIME
RESIDENT
LIVING IN
AVON
PART-TIME
RESIDENT
OF AVON
DO NOT
LIVE IN
AVON
OWN A
PRIMARY
HOME IN
AVON
OWN A
SECOND
HOME IN
AVON
RENT IN
AVON YES NO
5 - EXCELLENT 38% 42% 36% 40% 35% 41% 38% 17% 37% 36% 50% 27% 41%
4 48% 44% 49% 46% 51% 46% 51% 55% 50% 51% 34% 56% 46%
3 11% 11% 11% 12% 10% 11% 9% 16% 10% 10% 13% 13% 11%
2 2% 2% 2% 2% 1% 1% * 4% 1% 1% 2% 3% 1%
1 - VERY POOR 1% - 1% 1% * 1% - - 1% - 1% 1% 1%
DON'T KNOW 1% 1% 1% - 3% - 1% 7% - 2% - 1% 1%
MEAN † 4.2 4.3 4.2 4.2 4.2 4.2 4.3 3.9 4.2 4.2 4.3 4.1 4.3
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
AREA OF TOWN LENGTH OF RESIDENCY
EAST
COMMERCIAL &
RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
WEST
COMMERCIAL
& RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
NOTTINGHAM
PARK/
SUNRIDGE/
LIFTVIEW/
BROOKSIDE
AREA
ASPENS
MOBILE HOME
VILLAGE/
WESTLAKE
VILLAGE
AREAS
NOTTINGHAM
RD/
METCALF RD
AREAS
WILDRIDGE/
WILDWOOD
AREAS
HURD LANE/
EAGLEBEND
AREAS
1 TO 2
YEARS
3 TO 4
YEARS
5 TO 7
YEARS 8 TO 10 YEARS
11 TO 14
YEARS
15 TO 19
YEARS
MORE THAN
20 YEARS
5 - EXCELLENT 38% 39% 40% 28% 49% 34% 42% 45% 42% 40% 49% 35% 37% 35% 36%
4 48% 50% 42% 60% 40% 57% 46% 36% 46% 46% 36% 51% 53% 51% 46%
3 11% 10% 11% 10% 11% 6% 8% 18% 12% 10% 11% 11% 7% 10% 15%
2 2% - 3% * - 3% 3% 1% - 1% 1% 1% 3% 2% 2%
1 - VERY POOR 1% - 1% - - - 1% 1% - 2% - 1% - 1% -
DON'T KNOW 1% - 3% 1% - - - - - - 3% 1% - 1% 1%
MEAN † 4.2 4.3 4.2 4.2 4.4 4.2 4.3 4.2 4.3 4.2 4.4 4.2 4.2 4.2 4.2
* LESS THAN 1% REPORTED.
† THE MEAN SCORE IS DERIVED BY TAKING THE AVERAGE SCORE BASED ON THE 5-POINT SCALE. THE EXCELLENT RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 5; THE VERY POOR RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 1. THE DON’T KNOW/WON’T SAY RESPONSES ARE EXCLUDED
FROM THE CALCULATION OF THE MEAN.
RESEARCH & POLLING, INC.
TOWN OF AVON, COLORADO – COMMUNITY SURVEY
SEPTEMBER 2015 PAGE 52
PREFERRED CHANGES OVER THE NEXT FIVE YEARS
QUESTION 3: WHAT CHANGES, IF ANY, WOULD YOU LIKE TO SEE IN AVON OVER THE NEXT FIVE YEARS?
MORE WALKABLE DOWNTOWN 10%
INCREASED BUS SERVICE - ESPECIALLY TO WILDRIDGE 10%
BETTER/MORE RESTAURANTS 9%
MORE PEDESTRIAN SAFETY/ACCESS 8%
MORE RETAIL 7%
MORE BIKE LANES - ESPECIALLY ON METCALF ROAD 7%
MORE AFFORDABLE HOUSING OPTIONS 7%
MORE PARKING 5%
MORE EVENTS 5%
IMPROVE TRAILS/DEVELOP MORE TRAILS 3%
MORE SIDEWALKS/CONNECT SIDEWALKS 3%
ROUNDABOUTS ARE DANGEROUS/CONFUSING 3%
LESS DEVELOPMENT 2%
PEDESTRIAN/BIKE BRIDGE 2%
LOWER TAXES 2%
DEVELOP DEPRESSED AREAS 2%
MORE YOUTH PROGRAMS/FAMILY ACTIVITIES 2%
LESS POLICE INTERFERENCE 2%
DEVELOP MORE OPEN SPACE 2%
MOVIE THEATER 2%
LOWER TRANSFER TAX 1%
NATURAL GROCER 1%
BETTER TRAFFIC FLOW 1%
DOG PARK 1%
BETTER ROAD MAINTENANCE 1%
INCREASE USE OF AMPHITHEATER 1%
MORE CROSSWALKS 1%
STOP WASTING MONEY ON UNNEEDED PROJECTS 1%
MORE GROWTH 1%
DEVELOP A MIXED USE AREA LIKE THE RIVERWALK IN EDWARDS 1%
LESS TRAFFIC 1%
SLOWER TRAFFIC 1%
LESS GOVERNMENT SPENDING 1%
NEW TOWN HALL 1%
CULTIVATE A SENSE OF COMMUNITY 1%
MORE/BETTER LANDSCAPING 1%
DEVELOPMENT OF TRAER CREEK PROPERTY 1%
NEW TOWN LEADERSHIP 1%
UPDATE REC CENTER 1%
TOWN COUNCIL NEEDS TO BE MORE TRANSPARENT 1%
BETTER HOLIDAY LIGHTS 1%
DEVELOP PLAN TO DEAL WITH RAILROAD TRACKS 1%
MORE AMENITIES 1%
MORE FREE FAMILY ACTIVITIES 1%
MORE ENFORCEMENT OF LANDSCAPING, LIGHTING, AND FENCE
REGULATIONS 1%
BOWLING ALLEY 1%
MAKE AVON MORE AFFORDABLE 1%
MOVE FARMER'S MARKET TO PEDESTRIAN MALL 1%
ENFORCE LEASH LAWS 1%
MAKE AVON MORE OF A DESTINATION 1%
MAIL DELIVERY TO HOMES 1%
REIGN IN HOFFMAN 1%
MORE POLICE ON FOOT PATROLS RATHER THAN IN SQUAD CARS 1%
DEAL WITH NOISE FROM I-70 1%
CONTINUE TO IMPROVE 1%
NO RENTALS IN NEIGHBORHOODS 1%
MORE LOCAL BUSINESSES 1%
SUPPORT WORKERS 1%
GET RID OF FRISBEE GOLF COURSE 1%
BUILD MODERN CONDOS/TOWNHOUSES 1%
IMPROVEMENTS TO NOTTINGHAM PARK PLAYGROUND 1%
LIGHTS INSTEAD OF ROUND-ABOUTS 1%
FIX STOP LIGHTS 1%
BETTER SCHOOLS *
MORE CULTURAL EVENTS *
MORE MEDICAL SERVICES *
NO OFF-LEASH DOG PARK *
MORE/BETTER DISCOUNTS FOR LOCALS *
BETTER LIGHTING AT THE LAKE *
DEVELOP LAND BETWEEN CITY MARKET AND WALMART *
DON'T TRY TO EMULATE VAIL OR BEAVER CREEK *
BETTER ICE/SNOW REMOVAL *
BAN PLASTIC SHOPPING BAGS *
MORE WEEKEND ACTIVITIES *
ALLOW SHORT-TERM RENTALS *
SMART AND INTEGRATED GROWTH PLANNING *
KEEP BICYCLES OFF STREETS AND ON BIKE PATHS *
BRING ART BACK TO ROUNDABOUTS *
BETTER LIGHTING AT CROSSWALKS *
REMOVE TRAILER PARK *
BREW PUB *
LIVING WAGE *
MORE FOCUS ON ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION *
MORE ROADS CONNECTING EXISTING ROADS *
MIXING OF SOCIOECONOMIC CLASSES *
NEW STRIPING ON W. BEAVER CREEK IS A MISTAKE *
MAKE AVON SAFER *
REROUTE TRAFFIC SO MAIN ROAD DOESN'T DIVIDE TOWN *
MARIJUANA DISPENSARY *
BUILD MORE APARTMENTS AND FEWER CONDOS *
NEW CROSSWALK SIGNALS ARE GREAT *
DO A BETTER JOB OF CLEARING WEEDS/DEAD GRASS *
MORE ATTRACTIVE PUBLIC ART AND LANDSCAPING *
BIKE PATH BY POST OFFICE IS CONFUSING *
STOP MAINTENANCE IN CORE DURING PEAK SUMMER
SEASONS/HOLIDAYS *
WANT MEXICANS GONE *
KEEP GONDOLA OPEN FOR MORE WEEKS *
COMPLETE THE TOWN PLAN *
TOO MUCH CORPORATE SPONSORSHIP *
UPGRADE OLDER BUILDINGS *
BRING BACK OFFICE DEPOT *
CUT DOWN TREES THAT BLOCK VIEW ON W. BEAVER CREEK *
GET THE SEWER PLANT OUT OF TOWN *
DIFFERENT LANDSCAPING IN ROUND-ABOUTS *
MORE LOCAL REPRESENTATION ON THE TOWN COUNCIL *
INCREASE SPEED LIMIT AROUND TOWN *
DON'T BE A MAGNET FOR ILLEGAL IMMIGRANTS AND TRANSIENTS *
OUTDOOR POOL *
MORE VOLLEYBALL/TENNIS COURTS *
ARCHERY RANGE *
GET RID OF AVON CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER *
SCHOOLS BE STRICTER WITH BULLIES *
KAYAK PARK *
CAR WASH *
BETTER COMMUNICATION WITH RESIDENTS ABOUT SERVICES AND
EVENTS *
* LESS THAN 1% REPORSTED.
Focus more on residents and less on special
events/tourism 1%
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SEPTEMBER 2015 PAGE 53
PREFERRED CHANGES OVER THE NEXT FIVE YEARS
QUESTION 3: WHAT CHANGES, IF ANY, WOULD YOU LIKE TO SEE IN AVON OVER THE NEXT FIVE YEARS?
Fewer statues *
Yield sign on eastbound Avon onramp is obstructed by
branches *
Better road signage *
Raise crosswalks *
Bike path signage needs to be changed *
The stop signs at the railroad tracks are unnecessary *
Maintain current aesthetics/atmosphere *
Have a live person answering phones for the town *
Stop people moving into Avon *
Tighter zoning *
Design review for new development *
Better event signage *
Town needs a uniform look *
Get cones out of round-abouts *
More security in the mobile home park *
Repair fence by the lake *
Get rid of bike lands on WBCB *
Stop trying to railroad a new town hall without public
input *
Fix bumpy crosswalks *
More butchers *
Need a map for visitors *
Enduro Race in GoPro games *
Tell the story of the history of Avon *
Policing of alcohol/drugs in the park *
Clear debris on bike paths *
Splash park for kids *
Connect Metcalf to the park *
Support families who shop at city market *
Designate Upper Wildridge *
Get developers out of planning and zoning decisions *
More friendly people in the Tax and Revenue department*
Get rid of Olympic Island on 3rd turnabout and replace
with something attractive *
Consolidate government with Edwards, Eagle Vail, and
Minturn to use resources more efficiently *
Stop increasing fees/taxes on short-term rentals *
Change name of Possibility Plaza *
Take out sculpture in roundabout at Benchmark *
Build buildings that don't look like boxes *
Close Metcalf Road 779 during the summer *
Enforce a noise ordinance *
Make library easier for part-time residents to use *
Fewer transients *
More CDs in library *
Better maintained Jeep path to Vail *
Keep mountain look and feel *
More doggie poop bags *
More places to lock up bikes *
Indoor music venue *
Keep multi-family units out *
Make sure Chapel Square Theater doesn't disturb
residents *
Smarter sprinkler usage - limit to evenings and never
after rain *
More community programs for lower-income residents *
More up-to-date architecture *
Long care units for elderly with staff *
More focus on health/fitness *
More nightlife *
Better river access *
Reconstruct Christy Lodge *
Stop holding destructive events *
Higher paying job opportunities *
More management *
Better farmer's market *
Raise Wildridge manholes to street level *
Town Hall moved to Traer Creek *
Avon is on the right track *
Finalize the lake *
Relocate police and fire to the west side *
More pickleball courts *
No more sculptures *
Limit the number of dogs an individual can own *
People should decide what tax money is spent on *
Light rail from airport *
Expand park *
Stop high density building *
Make town landscaping low-water *
Improve ice build-up on Hurd Lane *
Pave path from Sunridge to west lot bus stop *
Reinvest in community *
More races *
More continuity in the town *
Stop mountain biking events in residential areas *
Less light pollution *
Non-dual language elementary school *
Clean up downtown *
Elementary school to be a 50/50 ratio *
Reduce size of Avon staff *
Police should not be patrolling I-70 *
Determine if events are good for business *
More define crosswalks *
More uniformity in traffic flow at roundabout *
Improvements to roundabout are good *
Better public works department *
Art galleries *
Eliminate smell on bike path by the river *
Regulate tourists *
Put back left turn for lake street *
Stop getting ass kicked by Lindholm *
Put the horse back *
Police are rude *
Fewer zoning restrictions *
Conversion of log structures in the park into rentals *
More housing in core *
Too many signs *
New police station *
Make Avon more affordable/resident friendly *
Bus shuttles to Vail *
Shift resources from police to education and community
services *
Stop noise from dirt bikes *
Fewer events *
Bingo parlor *
Town needs to get more input from citizens *
More single-level housing for aging population *
Replace brick on buildings with lower maintenance
material *
Signs on sidewalk are confusing *
Nothing in particular 14%
* Less than 1% reported.
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TOWN OF AVON, COLORADO – COMMUNITY SURVEY
SEPTEMBER 2015 PAGE 54
RELATIONS BETWEEN RESIDENTS OF DIFFERENT CULTURES AND ETHNIC BACKGROUNDS IN THE TOWN OF AVON
QUESTION 4: HOW WOULD YOU RATE THE RELATIONS BETWEEN RESIDENTS OF DIFFERENT CULTURES AND ETHNIC BACKGROUNDS IN THE TOWN OF AVON?
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
GENDER ETHNICITY AGE HOUSEHOLD INCOME
MALE FEMALE WHITE HISPANIC
18 TO 34
YEARS
35 TO 49
YEARS
50 TO 64
YEARS
65 YEARS
OR OLDER
LESS THAN
$30,000
$30,000
TO
$49,999
$50,000
TO
$79,999
$80,000
TO
$99,999
$100,000
TO
$174,999
$175,000
TO
$249,999
$250,000
OR MORE
5 - EXCELLENT 15% 16% 14% 14% 29% 11% 15% 15% 19% 26% 23% 10% 9% 9% 16% 20%
4 35% 40% 30% 35% 43% 36% 31% 36% 41% 41% 28% 34% 35% 34% 46% 40%
3 32% 30% 35% 34% 11% 28% 37% 33% 25% 22% 27% 37% 37% 41% 23% 26%
2 9% 10% 9% 9% 13% 21% 10% 6% 3% 8% 17% 14% 14% 8% 3% 4%
1 - VERY POOR 2% 2% 2% 2% 3% 4% 3% 1% 1% 1% 4% 2% 2% 3% 2% 2%
DON'T KNOW 6% 2% 10% 6% - - 3% 8% 12% 2% 1% 4% 3% 5% 10% 8%
MEAN † 3.6 3.6 3.5 3.5 3.8 3.3 3.5 3.6 3.9 3.8 3.5 3.4 3.4 3.4 3.8 3.8
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
CHILDREN UNDER 18 REGISTERED VOTER RESIDENCY HOME OWNERSHIP BUSINESS OWNERSHIP
YES NO YES NO
FULL-TIME
RESIDENT
LIVING IN
AVON
PART-TIME
RESIDENT
OF AVON
DO NOT
LIVE IN
AVON
OWN A
PRIMARY
HOME IN
AVON
OWN A
SECOND
HOME IN
AVON
RENT IN
AVON YES NO
5 - EXCELLENT 15% 19% 14% 13% 19% 14% 21% 7% 11% 20% 22% 10% 17%
4 35% 33% 37% 32% 41% 34% 38% 36% 34% 39% 36% 31% 37%
3 32% 31% 33% 36% 27% 35% 28% 30% 35% 29% 30% 38% 31%
2 9% 10% 9% 13% 4% 12% 3% 12% 12% 2% 10% 14% 8%
1 - VERY POOR 2% 5% 1% 3% 1% 3% 1% 1% 4% * 1% 4% 2%
DON'T KNOW 6% 3% 7% 4% 9% 3% 9% 13% 4% 9% 1% 4% 6%
MEAN † 3.6 3.5 3.6 3.4 3.8 3.5 3.8 3.4 3.4 3.8 3.7 3.3 3.6
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
AREA OF TOWN LENGTH OF RESIDENCY
EAST
COMMERCIAL &
RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
WEST
COMMERCIAL
& RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
NOTTINGHAM
PARK/
SUNRIDGE/
LIFTVIEW/
BROOKSIDE
AREA
ASPENS
MOBILE HOME
VILLAGE/
WESTLAKE
VILLAGE
AREAS
NOTTINGHAM
RD/
METCALF RD
AREAS
WILDRIDGE/
WILDWOOD
AREAS
HURD LANE/
EAGLEBEND
AREAS
1 TO 2
YEARS
3 TO 4
YEARS
5 TO 7
YEARS 8 TO 10 YEARS
11 TO 14
YEARS
15 TO 19
YEARS
MORE THAN
20 YEARS
5 - EXCELLENT 15% 24% 16% 15% 31% 8% 13% 17% 23% 21% 15% 15% 10% 13% 17%
4 35% 43% 40% 34% 42% 29% 35% 34% 31% 34% 33% 41% 38% 32% 35%
3 32% 25% 29% 38% 11% 43% 34% 26% 32% 22% 35% 27% 34% 43% 33%
2 9% 3% 8% 4% 14% 11% 11% 14% 8% 14% 13% 6% 11% 5% 8%
1 - VERY POOR 2% - 2% 3% 3% 3% 1% 5% 1% 1% 2% 6% 2% 2% 1%
DON'T KNOW 6% 5% 5% 6% - 5% 6% 4% 5% 8% 1% 6% 5% 5% 7%
MEAN † 3.6 3.9 3.6 3.6 3.8 3.3 3.5 3.5 3.7 3.6 3.5 3.6 3.5 3.5 3.6
* LESS THAN 1% REPORTED.
† THE MEAN SCORE IS DERIVED BY TAKING THE AVERAGE SCORE BASED ON THE 5-POINT SCALE. THE EXCELLENT RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 5; THE VERY POOR RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 1. THE DON’T KNOW/WON’T SAY RESPONSES ARE EXCLUDED
FROM THE CALCULATION OF THE MEAN.
RESEARCH & POLLING, INC.
TOWN OF AVON, COLORADO – COMMUNITY SURVEY
SEPTEMBER 2015 PAGE 55
OVERALL SATISFACTION WITH SERVICES PROVIDED BY THE TOWN OF AVON:
ROADS/STREET MAINTENANCE
QUESTION 5: PLEASE RATE YOUR OVERALL SATISFACTION WITH THE FOLLOWING SERVICES provided by the Town of Avon: ROADS/STREET MAINTENANCE
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
GENDER ETHNICITY AGE HOUSEHOLD INCOME
MALE FEMALE WHITE HISPANIC
18 TO 34
YEARS
35 TO 49
YEARS
50 TO 64
YEARS
65 YEARS
OR OLDER
LESS THAN
$30,000
$30,000
TO
$49,999
$50,000
TO
$79,999
$80,000
TO
$99,999
$100,000
TO
$174,999
$175,000
TO
$249,999
$250,000
OR MORE
5 – VERY SATISFIED 40% 38% 43% 40% 47% 39% 43% 37% 50% 50% 32% 36% 43% 39% 54% 41%
4 42% 46% 39% 43% 42% 46% 43% 45% 31% 27% 53% 46% 35% 45% 38% 45%
3 12% 11% 12% 11% 9% 12% 11% 11% 13% 17% 12% 11% 15% 10% 8% 8%
2 2% 2% 2% 2% - 2% 1% 3% 1% 3% 2% 3% 1% 3% - 2%
1 - VERY DISSATISFIED 1% 1% * 1% 3% - 1% 1% * 1% - 2% - 1% - -
DON'T KNOW 3% 2% 3% 3% - 2% 2% 3% 4% 2% 1% 2% 5% 2% - 4%
MEAN † 4.2 4.2 4.3 4.2 4.3 4.2 4.3 4.2 4.3 4.3 4.2 4.1 4.3 4.2 4.5 4.3
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
CHILDREN UNDER 18 REGISTERED VOTER RESIDENCY HOME OWNERSHIP BUSINESS OWNERSHIP
YES NO YES NO
FULL-TIME
RESIDENT
LIVING IN
AVON
PART-TIME
RESIDENT
OF AVON
DO NOT
LIVE IN
AVON
OWN A
PRIMARY
HOME IN
AVON
OWN A
SECOND
HOME IN
AVON
RENT IN
AVON YES NO
5 – VERY SATISFIED 40% 42% 40% 38% 45% 40% 45% 30% 38% 43% 46% 35% 42%
4 42% 42% 42% 44% 41% 42% 43% 45% 43% 45% 39% 45% 42%
3 12% 11% 12% 13% 8% 13% 8% 12% 13% 7% 13% 14% 11%
2 2% 1% 2% 3% 1% 3% 1% 1% 3% 1% - 3% 2%
1 - VERY DISSATISFIED 1% 1% 1% 1% 1% 1% - 1% 1% - 2% 2% 1%
DON'T KNOW 3% 3% 3% 2% 4% 1% 3% 10% 2% 3% - 3% 3%
MEAN † 4.2 4.3 4.2 4.2 4.3 4.2 4.4 4.1 4.2 4.3 4.3 4.1 4.3
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
AREA OF TOWN LENGTH OF RESIDENCY
EAST
COMMERCIAL &
RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
WEST
COMMERCIAL
& RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
NOTTINGHAM
PARK/
SUNRIDGE/
LIFTVIEW/
BROOKSIDE
AREA
ASPENS
MOBILE HOME
VILLAGE/
WESTLAKE
VILLAGE
AREAS
NOTTINGHAM
RD/
METCALF RD
AREAS
WILDRIDGE/
WILDWOOD
AREAS
HURD LANE/
EAGLEBEND
AREAS
1 TO 2
YEARS
3 TO 4
YEARS
5 TO 7
YEARS 8 TO 10 YEARS
11 TO 14
YEARS
15 TO 19
YEARS
MORE THAN
20 YEARS
5 – VERY SATISFIED 40% 41% 38% 38% 31% 34% 43% 49% 45% 49% 41% 41% 43% 42% 31%
4 42% 45% 45% 45% 41% 44% 41% 39% 43% 38% 52% 39% 41% 39% 47%
3 12% 11% 12% 12% 25% 11% 11% 6% 8% 10% 5% 13% 11% 13% 15%
2 2% - 1% 3% - 6% 2% 2% 2% 1% - 1% 3% 2% 3%
1 - VERY DISSATISFIED 1% - 1% - 3% 1% * 3% 1% - - 1% 1% 2% *
DON'T KNOW 3% 3% 3% 3% - 5% 2% 1% 1% 1% 2% 4% 2% 2% 3%
MEAN † 4.2 4.3 4.2 4.2 4.0 4.1 4.3 4.3 4.3 4.4 4.4 4.2 4.3 4.2 4.1
* LESS THAN 1% REPORTED.
† THE MEAN SCORE IS DERIVED BY TAKING THE AVERAGE SCORE BASED ON THE 5-POINT SCALE. THE VERY SATISFIED RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 5; THE VERY DISSATISFIED RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 1. THE DON’T KNOW/WON’T SAY RESPONSES ARE
EXCLUDED FROM THE CALCULATION OF THE MEAN.
RESEARCH & POLLING, INC.
TOWN OF AVON, COLORADO – COMMUNITY SURVEY
SEPTEMBER 2015 PAGE 56
OVERALL SATISFACTION WITH SERVICES PROVIDED BY THE TOWN OF AVON:
PARK MAINTENANCE
QUESTION 6: PLEASE RATE YOUR OVERALL SATISFACTION WITH THE FOLLOWING SERVICES provided by the Town of Avon: PARK MAINTENANCE
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
GENDER ETHNICITY AGE HOUSEHOLD INCOME
MALE FEMALE WHITE HISPANIC
18 TO 34
YEARS
35 TO 49
YEARS
50 TO 64
YEARS
65 YEARS
OR OLDER
LESS THAN
$30,000
$30,000
TO
$49,999
$50,000
TO
$79,999
$80,000
TO
$99,999
$100,000
TO
$174,999
$175,000
TO
$249,999
$250,000
OR MORE
5 – VERY SATISFIED 52% 51% 54% 51% 71% 56% 54% 46% 62% 72% 52% 51% 64% 48% 48% 49%
4 35% 38% 32% 36% 20% 33% 36% 39% 25% 18% 29% 34% 32% 40% 45% 37%
3 8% 8% 9% 8% 9% 11% 6% 9% 6% 10% 15% 10% 3% 8% 6% 6%
2 1% 1% 1% 1% - - 1% 1% 2% - 1% 1% - 2% - 1%
1 - VERY DISSATISFIED * 1% - 1% - - 1% * - - 2% 1% - * - -
DON'T KNOW 3% 2% 4% 3% - - 1% 5% 6% - 1% 3% 1% 2% - 7%
MEAN † 4.4 4.4 4.4 4.4 4.6 4.4 4.4 4.4 4.6 4.6 4.3 4.4 4.6 4.4 4.4 4.4
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
CHILDREN UNDER 18 REGISTERED VOTER RESIDENCY HOME OWNERSHIP BUSINESS OWNERSHIP
YES NO YES NO
FULL-TIME
RESIDENT
LIVING IN
AVON
PART-TIME
RESIDENT
OF AVON
DO NOT
LIVE IN
AVON
OWN A
PRIMARY
HOME IN
AVON
OWN A
SECOND
HOME IN
AVON
RENT IN
AVON YES NO
5 – VERY SATISFIED 52% 51% 53% 50% 57% 53% 54% 45% 48% 54% 66% 47% 54%
4 35% 37% 34% 36% 33% 34% 37% 33% 38% 37% 22% 38% 34%
3 8% 8% 8% 9% 6% 9% 4% 12% 9% 3% 12% 11% 7%
2 1% 2% 1% 2% - 1% * - 2% * - 1% 1%
1 - VERY DISSATISFIED * * 1% 1% - 1% - - 1% - - 1% *
DON'T KNOW 3% 2% 4% 2% 5% 2% 4% 10% 2% 5% - 2% 3%
MEAN † 4.4 4.4 4.4 4.4 4.5 4.4 4.5 4.4 4.3 4.5 4.5 4.3 4.5
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
AREA OF TOWN LENGTH OF RESIDENCY
EAST
COMMERCIAL &
RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
WEST
COMMERCIAL
& RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
NOTTINGHAM
PARK/
SUNRIDGE/
LIFTVIEW/
BROOKSIDE
AREA
ASPENS
MOBILE HOME
VILLAGE/
WESTLAKE
VILLAGE
AREAS
NOTTINGHAM
RD/
METCALF RD
AREAS
WILDRIDGE/
WILDWOOD
AREAS
HURD LANE/
EAGLEBEND
AREAS
1 TO 2
YEARS
3 TO 4
YEARS
5 TO 7
YEARS 8 TO 10 YEARS
11 TO 14
YEARS
15 TO 19
YEARS
MORE THAN
20 YEARS
5 – VERY SATISFIED 52% 56% 50% 50% 95% 42% 50% 60% 51% 58% 53% 56% 57% 48% 47%
4 35% 36% 37% 37% 5% 40% 36% 29% 37% 28% 44% 28% 30% 40% 37%
3 8% 3% 8% 8% - 11% 8% 10% 8% 8% 2% 9% 11% 8% 10%
2 1% - 1% 1% - 1% 2% - - - - 2% - 2% 2%
1 - VERY DISSATISFIED * - 1% - - - 1% 1% - 2% - 1% - - *
DON'T KNOW 3% 5% 3% 3% - 6% 3% - 4% 4% 1% 4% 2% 2% 4%
MEAN † 4.4 4.6 4.4 4.4 5.0 4.3 4.4 4.5 4.4 4.4 4.5 4.4 4.5 4.4 4.3
* LESS THAN 1% REPORTED.
† THE MEAN SCORE IS DERIVED BY TAKING THE AVERAGE SCORE BASED ON THE 5-POINT SCALE. THE VERY SATISFIED RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 5; THE VERY DISSATISFIED RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 1. THE DON’T KNOW/WON’T SAY RESPONSES ARE
EXCLUDED FROM THE CALCULATION OF THE MEAN.
RESEARCH & POLLING, INC.
TOWN OF AVON, COLORADO – COMMUNITY SURVEY
SEPTEMBER 2015 PAGE 57
OVERALL SATISFACTION WITH SERVICES PROVIDED BY THE TOWN OF AVON:
SNOW REMOVAL ON ROADS IN AVON
QUESTION 7: PLEASE RATE YOUR OVERALL SATISFACTION WITH THE FOLLOWING SERVICES provided by the Town of Avon: SNOW REMOVAL ON ROADS IN AVON
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
GENDER ETHNICITY AGE HOUSEHOLD INCOME
MALE FEMALE WHITE HISPANIC
18 TO 34
YEARS
35 TO 49
YEARS
50 TO 64
YEARS
65 YEARS
OR OLDER
LESS THAN
$30,000
$30,000
TO
$49,999
$50,000
TO
$79,999
$80,000
TO
$99,999
$100,000
TO
$174,999
$175,000
TO
$249,999
$250,000
OR MORE
5 – VERY SATISFIED 51% 50% 53% 52% 44% 44% 53% 48% 64% 49% 49% 42% 54% 50% 57% 56%
4 38% 42% 34% 39% 47% 50% 37% 41% 25% 42% 39% 49% 38% 36% 37% 34%
3 6% 4% 8% 5% 7% 7% 7% 6% 4% 6% 9% 3% 6% 9% 1% 3%
2 2% 3% 1% 2% - - 1% 3% 2% - - 3% 1% 2% 3% 3%
1 - VERY DISSATISFIED 1% 1% - 1% - - 1% - - - 2% 1% - - - -
DON'T KNOW 2% 1% 3% 2% 2% - 1% 3% 5% 3% 2% 2% 1% 2% 1% 4%
MEAN † 4.4 4.4 4.4 4.4 4.4 4.4 4.4 4.4 4.6 4.4 4.4 4.3 4.5 4.4 4.5 4.5
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
CHILDREN UNDER 18 REGISTERED VOTER RESIDENCY HOME OWNERSHIP BUSINESS OWNERSHIP
YES NO YES NO
FULL-TIME
RESIDENT
LIVING IN
AVON
PART-TIME
RESIDENT
OF AVON
DO NOT
LIVE IN
AVON
OWN A
PRIMARY
HOME IN
AVON
OWN A
SECOND
HOME IN
AVON
RENT IN
AVON YES NO
5 – VERY SATISFIED 51% 49% 52% 51% 52% 51% 58% 35% 51% 56% 51% 44% 53%
4 38% 40% 37% 39% 38% 40% 33% 42% 39% 36% 41% 42% 37%
3 6% 8% 5% 6% 6% 6% 5% 9% 6% 5% 6% 8% 5%
2 2% 1% 2% 2% 1% 2% 1% 4% 2% 1% 1% 3% 1%
1 - VERY DISSATISFIED 1% - 1% 1% - 1% - - 1% - - 1% 1%
DON'T KNOW 2% 2% 2% 1% 3% 1% 3% 10% 1% 3% 1% 2% 2%
MEAN † 4.4 4.4 4.4 4.4 4.4 4.4 4.5 4.2 4.4 4.5 4.4 4.3 4.4
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
AREA OF TOWN LENGTH OF RESIDENCY
EAST
COMMERCIAL &
RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
WEST
COMMERCIAL
& RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
NOTTINGHAM
PARK/
SUNRIDGE/
LIFTVIEW/
BROOKSIDE
AREA
ASPENS
MOBILE HOME
VILLAGE/
WESTLAKE
VILLAGE
AREAS
NOTTINGHAM
RD/
METCALF RD
AREAS
WILDRIDGE/
WILDWOOD
AREAS
HURD LANE/
EAGLEBEND
AREAS
1 TO 2
YEARS
3 TO 4
YEARS
5 TO 7
YEARS 8 TO 10 YEARS
11 TO 14
YEARS
15 TO 19
YEARS
MORE THAN
20 YEARS
5 – VERY SATISFIED 51% 43% 49% 47% 41% 45% 60% 51% 53% 58% 45% 61% 55% 49% 46%
4 38% 43% 42% 39% 52% 41% 31% 41% 38% 35% 53% 28% 33% 40% 40%
3 6% 8% 4% 10% 7% 6% 5% 5% 4% 4% 2% 4% 6% 7% 8%
2 2% 3% 2% - - 6% 2% 2% 1% - - 3% 3% 1% 3%
1 - VERY DISSATISFIED 1% - 2% - - - 1% - - 2% - 1% 1% - -
DON'T KNOW 2% 3% 2% 4% - 2% 1% 2% 3% - - 3% 1% 2% 3%
MEAN † 4.4 4.3 4.4 4.4 4.3 4.3 4.5 4.4 4.5 4.5 4.4 4.5 4.4 4.4 4.3
* LESS THAN 1% REPORTED.
† THE MEAN SCORE IS DERIVED BY TAKING THE AVERAGE SCORE BASED ON THE 5-POINT SCALE. THE VERY SATISFIED RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 5; THE VERY DISSATISFIED RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 1. THE DON’T KNOW/WON’T SAY RESPONSES ARE
EXCLUDED FROM THE CALCULATION OF THE MEAN.
RESEARCH & POLLING, INC.
TOWN OF AVON, COLORADO – COMMUNITY SURVEY
SEPTEMBER 2015 PAGE 58
OVERALL SATISFACTION WITH SERVICES PROVIDED BY THE TOWN OF AVON:
THE ABILITY TO SAFELY WALK AND CROSS STREETS IN AVON
QUESTION 8: PLEASE RATE YOUR OVERALL SATISFACTION WITH THE FOLLOWING SERVICES provided by the Town of Avon: THE ABILITY TO SAFELY WALK AND CROSS STREETS IN AVON
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
GENDER ETHNICITY AGE HOUSEHOLD INCOME
MALE FEMALE WHITE HISPANIC
18 TO 34
YEARS
35 TO 49
YEARS
50 TO 64
YEARS
65 YEARS
OR OLDER
LESS THAN
$30,000
$30,000
TO
$49,999
$50,000
TO
$79,999
$80,000
TO
$99,999
$100,000
TO
$174,999
$175,000
TO
$249,999
$250,000
OR MORE
5 – VERY SATISFIED 28% 25% 30% 25% 61% 32% 28% 22% 36% 44% 27% 28% 25% 22% 26% 29%
4 31% 33% 30% 32% 21% 36% 31% 30% 29% 25% 29% 29% 31% 32% 34% 36%
3 23% 23% 23% 24% 9% 20% 24% 24% 20% 10% 22% 28% 27% 23% 25% 19%
2 12% 12% 12% 12% 6% 10% 12% 15% 9% 16% 13% 11% 9% 17% 10% 10%
1 - VERY DISSATISFIED 4% 4% 4% 4% - 2% 3% 6% 2% 5% 7% 3% 6% 3% 4% 2%
DON'T KNOW 2% 2% 2% 2% 3% - 2% 2% 4% - 2% 1% 1% 3% 1% 3%
MEAN † 3.7 3.6 3.7 3.6 4.4 3.9 3.7 3.5 3.9 3.9 3.6 3.7 3.6 3.5 3.7 3.8
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
CHILDREN UNDER 18 REGISTERED VOTER RESIDENCY HOME OWNERSHIP BUSINESS OWNERSHIP
YES NO YES NO
FULL-TIME
RESIDENT
LIVING IN
AVON
PART-TIME
RESIDENT
OF AVON
DO NOT
LIVE IN
AVON
OWN A
PRIMARY
HOME IN
AVON
OWN A
SECOND
HOME IN
AVON
RENT IN
AVON YES NO
5 – VERY SATISFIED 28% 25% 28% 24% 34% 27% 31% 25% 23% 31% 38% 26% 28%
4 31% 35% 30% 31% 32% 31% 36% 20% 31% 37% 27% 21% 34%
3 23% 25% 22% 25% 19% 24% 19% 28% 26% 18% 21% 30% 21%
2 12% 11% 12% 14% 9% 13% 9% 16% 14% 10% 8% 17% 11%
1 - VERY DISSATISFIED 4% 1% 5% 5% 3% 5% 3% 4% 5% 2% 4% 4% 4%
DON'T KNOW 2% 2% 2% 1% 4% 1% 2% 7% 1% 3% 1% 1% 2%
MEAN † 3.7 3.7 3.6 3.5 3.9 3.6 3.8 3.5 3.5 3.9 3.9 3.5 3.7
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
AREA OF TOWN LENGTH OF RESIDENCY
EAST
COMMERCIAL &
RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
WEST
COMMERCIAL
& RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
NOTTINGHAM
PARK/
SUNRIDGE/
LIFTVIEW/
BROOKSIDE
AREA
ASPENS
MOBILE HOME
VILLAGE/
WESTLAKE
VILLAGE
AREAS
NOTTINGHAM
RD/
METCALF RD
AREAS
WILDRIDGE/
WILDWOOD
AREAS
HURD LANE/
EAGLEBEND
AREAS
1 TO 2
YEARS
3 TO 4
YEARS
5 TO 7
YEARS 8 TO 10 YEARS
11 TO 14
YEARS
15 TO 19
YEARS
MORE THAN
20 YEARS
5 – VERY SATISFIED 28% 15% 26% 30% 41% 26% 23% 38% 30% 34% 30% 25% 30% 26% 25%
4 31% 31% 29% 37% 20% 26% 33% 27% 29% 26% 40% 33% 31% 27% 31%
3 23% 32% 19% 19% 29% 19% 26% 18% 23% 24% 16% 22% 19% 29% 23%
2 12% 17% 15% 11% 9% 18% 13% 8% 9% 5% 14% 15% 17% 11% 12%
1 - VERY DISSATISFIED 4% 2% 9% 2% - 8% 3% 5% 5% 6% - 2% 2% 7% 7%
DON'T KNOW 2% 3% 2% 2% - 3% 2% 3% 4% 5% - 3% 1% - 2%
MEAN † 3.7 3.4 3.5 3.8 3.9 3.5 3.6 3.9 3.7 3.8 3.8 3.7 3.7 3.5 3.6
† THE MEAN SCORE IS DERIVED BY TAKING THE AVERAGE SCORE BASED ON THE 5-POINT SCALE. THE VERY SATISFIED RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 5; THE VERY DISSATISFIED RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 1. THE DON’T KNOW/WON’T SAY RESPONSES ARE
EXCLUDED FROM THE CALCULATION OF THE MEAN.
RESEARCH & POLLING, INC.
TOWN OF AVON, COLORADO – COMMUNITY SURVEY
SEPTEMBER 2015 PAGE 59
OVERALL SATISFACTION WITH SERVICES PROVIDED BY THE TOWN OF AVON:
THE ABILITY TO SAFELY BIKE IN AVON
QUESTION 9: PLEASE RATE YOUR OVERALL SATISFACTION WITH THE FOLLOWING SERVICES provided by the Town of Avon: THE ABILITY TO SAFELY BIKE IN AVON
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
GENDER ETHNICITY AGE HOUSEHOLD INCOME
MALE FEMALE WHITE HISPANIC
18 TO 34
YEARS
35 TO 49
YEARS
50 TO 64
YEARS
65 YEARS
OR OLDER
LESS THAN
$30,000
$30,000
TO
$49,999
$50,000
TO
$79,999
$80,000
TO
$99,999
$100,000
TO
$174,999
$175,000
TO
$249,999
$250,000
OR MORE
5 – VERY SATISFIED 24% 24% 23% 21% 56% 29% 28% 18% 27% 51% 27% 25% 17% 18% 31% 23%
4 32% 34% 31% 32% 32% 33% 30% 35% 29% 20% 35% 34% 26% 37% 23% 39%
3 25% 24% 27% 27% 5% 25% 28% 25% 22% 13% 21% 25% 39% 26% 29% 22%
2 10% 11% 9% 11% 3% 11% 7% 13% 7% 11% 12% 8% 8% 12% 13% 7%
1 - VERY DISSATISFIED 3% 3% 3% 3% 1% - 4% 4% 1% 3% 5% 4% 1% 3% 3% 2%
DON'T KNOW 6% 4% 8% 6% 3% 2% 4% 5% 14% 2% - 4% 10% 5% 1% 7%
MEAN † 3.7 3.7 3.7 3.6 4.4 3.8 3.7 3.5 3.8 4.1 3.7 3.7 3.5 3.6 3.7 3.8
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
CHILDREN UNDER 18 REGISTERED VOTER RESIDENCY HOME OWNERSHIP BUSINESS OWNERSHIP
YES NO YES NO
FULL-TIME
RESIDENT
LIVING IN
AVON
PART-TIME
RESIDENT
OF AVON
DO NOT
LIVE IN
AVON
OWN A
PRIMARY
HOME IN
AVON
OWN A
SECOND
HOME IN
AVON
RENT IN
AVON YES NO
5 – VERY SATISFIED 24% 20% 26% 20% 31% 25% 25% 19% 18% 26% 42% 19% 26%
4 32% 36% 31% 31% 34% 29% 40% 31% 29% 37% 32% 30% 33%
3 25% 25% 25% 27% 22% 27% 24% 21% 32% 23% 12% 25% 26%
2 10% 12% 9% 13% 5% 12% 3% 18% 13% 4% 9% 18% 8%
1 - VERY DISSATISFIED 3% 3% 3% 3% 3% 4% 2% 1% 3% 2% 4% 4% 3%
DON'T KNOW 6% 4% 6% 5% 6% 4% 6% 10% 6% 7% 1% 5% 6%
MEAN † 3.7 3.6 3.7 3.6 3.9 3.6 3.9 3.5 3.5 3.9 4.0 3.4 3.8
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
AREA OF TOWN LENGTH OF RESIDENCY
EAST
COMMERCIAL &
RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
WEST
COMMERCIAL
& RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
NOTTINGHAM
PARK/
SUNRIDGE/
LIFTVIEW/
BROOKSIDE
AREA
ASPENS
MOBILE HOME
VILLAGE/
WESTLAKE
VILLAGE
AREAS
NOTTINGHAM
RD/
METCALF RD
AREAS
WILDRIDGE/
WILDWOOD
AREAS
HURD LANE/
EAGLEBEND
AREAS
1 TO 2
YEARS
3 TO 4
YEARS
5 TO 7
YEARS 8 TO 10 YEARS
11 TO 14
YEARS
15 TO 19
YEARS
MORE THAN
20 YEARS
5 – VERY SATISFIED 24% 12% 26% 28% 56% 18% 15% 41% 15% 35% 35% 22% 26% 24% 19%
4 32% 29% 36% 33% 22% 29% 32% 31% 39% 29% 32% 28% 33% 32% 34%
3 25% 32% 22% 24% 10% 29% 31% 13% 32% 21% 19% 29% 29% 26% 22%
2 10% 10% 7% 7% 12% 18% 12% 8% 8% 6% 7% 10% 9% 11% 14%
1 - VERY DISSATISFIED 3% 4% 4% 2% - 4% 3% 3% 4% 3% 2% 3% 1% 5% 3%
DON'T KNOW 6% 13% 5% 5% - 1% 6% 3% 2% 6% 6% 8% 2% 3% 8%
MEAN † 3.7 3.4 3.8 3.8 4.2 3.4 3.5 4.0 3.5 3.9 4.0 3.6 3.8 3.6 3.6
† THE MEAN SCORE IS DERIVED BY TAKING THE AVERAGE SCORE BASED ON THE 5-POINT SCALE. THE VERY SATISFIED RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 5; THE VERY DISSATISFIED RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 1. THE DON’T KNOW/WON’T SAY RESPONSES ARE
EXCLUDED FROM THE CALCULATION OF THE MEAN.
RESEARCH & POLLING, INC.
TOWN OF AVON, COLORADO – COMMUNITY SURVEY
SEPTEMBER 2015 PAGE 60
OVERALL SATISFACTION WITH SERVICES PROVIDED BY THE TOWN OF AVON:
RECREATION CENTER FACILITIES
QUESTION 10: PLEASE RATE YOUR OVERALL SATISFACTION WITH THE FOLLOWING SERVICES provided by the Town of Avon: RECREATION CENTER FACILITIES
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
GENDER ETHNICITY AGE HOUSEHOLD INCOME
MALE FEMALE WHITE HISPANIC
18 TO 34
YEARS
35 TO 49
YEARS
50 TO 64
YEARS
65 YEARS
OR OLDER
LESS THAN
$30,000
$30,000
TO
$49,999
$50,000
TO
$79,999
$80,000
TO
$99,999
$100,000
TO
$174,999
$175,000
TO
$249,999
$250,000
OR MORE
5 – VERY SATISFIED 34% 34% 34% 33% 48% 30% 33% 31% 50% 49% 32% 25% 35% 32% 42% 35%
4 34% 34% 34% 34% 29% 36% 35% 34% 30% 26% 45% 34% 24% 38% 28% 33%
3 20% 20% 20% 20% 17% 17% 24% 23% 8% 14% 16% 29% 27% 19% 22% 18%
2 4% 4% 3% 4% 2% 10% 2% 4% - 5% 5% 5% 6% 4% 1% 1%
1 - VERY DISSATISFIED 1% 1% 1% 1% - - 2% * 1% - - 1% 2% 1% - 1%
DON'T KNOW 7% 7% 8% 8% 4% 7% 4% 8% 12% 6% 2% 5% 6% 6% 7% 12%
MEAN † 4.0 4.0 4.1 4.0 4.3 3.9 4.0 4.0 4.4 4.3 4.1 3.8 3.9 4.0 4.2 4.1
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
CHILDREN UNDER 18 REGISTERED VOTER RESIDENCY HOME OWNERSHIP BUSINESS OWNERSHIP
YES NO YES NO
FULL-TIME
RESIDENT
LIVING IN
AVON
PART-TIME
RESIDENT
OF AVON
DO NOT
LIVE IN
AVON
OWN A
PRIMARY
HOME IN
AVON
OWN A
SECOND
HOME IN
AVON
RENT IN
AVON YES NO
5 – VERY SATISFIED 34% 31% 35% 29% 42% 31% 42% 32% 27% 43% 42% 31% 35%
4 34% 36% 34% 35% 33% 34% 34% 34% 36% 33% 28% 32% 35%
3 20% 22% 19% 24% 13% 24% 13% 16% 26% 12% 17% 26% 18%
2 4% 5% 3% 5% 1% 5% - 4% 4% 1% 8% 4% 3%
1 - VERY DISSATISFIED 1% 2% * 1% - 1% * 1% 1% * - * 1%
DON'T KNOW 7% 4% 8% 5% 10% 5% 10% 12% 5% 11% 5% 7% 7%
MEAN † 4.0 3.9 4.1 3.9 4.3 3.9 4.3 4.0 3.9 4.3 4.1 3.9 4.1
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
AREA OF TOWN LENGTH OF RESIDENCY
EAST
COMMERCIAL &
RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
WEST
COMMERCIAL
& RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
NOTTINGHAM
PARK/
SUNRIDGE/
LIFTVIEW/
BROOKSIDE
AREA
ASPENS
MOBILE HOME
VILLAGE/
WESTLAKE
VILLAGE
AREAS
NOTTINGHAM
RD/
METCALF RD
AREAS
WILDRIDGE/
WILDWOOD
AREAS
HURD LANE/
EAGLEBEND
AREAS
1 TO 2
YEARS
3 TO 4
YEARS
5 TO 7
YEARS 8 TO 10 YEARS
11 TO 14
YEARS
15 TO 19
YEARS
MORE THAN
20 YEARS
5 – VERY SATISFIED 34% 38% 36% 34% 54% 31% 31% 38% 26% 34% 40% 33% 40% 31% 37%
4 34% 41% 34% 36% 22% 36% 32% 34% 39% 33% 28% 36% 29% 36% 34%
3 20% 17% 17% 20% 24% 18% 25% 16% 23% 15% 21% 20% 23% 21% 19%
2 4% - 4% 3% - 5% 5% 3% - 5% 6% 6% 6% 3% 2%
1 - VERY DISSATISFIED 1% - 1% 1% - 1% 1% 1% - 1% 1% 2% - - 1%
DON'T KNOW 7% 5% 7% 6% - 8% 7% 9% 13% 11% 5% 4% 3% 9% 7%
MEAN † 4.0 4.2 4.1 4.1 4.3 4.0 3.9 4.1 4.0 4.1 4.0 4.0 4.1 4.1 4.1
* LESS THAN 1% REPORTED.
† THE MEAN SCORE IS DERIVED BY TAKING THE AVERAGE SCORE BASED ON THE 5-POINT SCALE. THE VERY SATISFIED RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 5; THE VERY DISSATISFIED RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 1. THE DON’T KNOW/WON’T SAY RESPONSES ARE
EXCLUDED FROM THE CALCULATION OF THE MEAN.
RESEARCH & POLLING, INC.
TOWN OF AVON, COLORADO – COMMUNITY SURVEY
SEPTEMBER 2015 PAGE 61
OVERALL SATISFACTION WITH SERVICES PROVIDED BY THE TOWN OF AVON:
RECREATION CENTER PROGRAMS PROVIDED BY THE TOWN
QUESTION 11: PLEASE RATE YOUR OVERALL SATISFACTION WITH THE FOLLOWING SERVICES provided by the Town of Avon: RECREATION CENTER PROGRAMS PROVIDED BY THE TOWN
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
GENDER ETHNICITY AGE HOUSEHOLD INCOME
MALE FEMALE WHITE HISPANIC
18 TO 34
YEARS
35 TO 49
YEARS
50 TO 64
YEARS
65 YEARS
OR OLDER
LESS THAN
$30,000
$30,000
TO
$49,999
$50,000
TO
$79,999
$80,000
TO
$99,999
$100,000
TO
$174,999
$175,000
TO
$249,999
$250,000
OR MORE
5 – VERY SATISFIED 28% 26% 31% 28% 28% 25% 27% 24% 40% 39% 22% 31% 25% 25% 32% 33%
4 33% 36% 28% 33% 27% 36% 34% 33% 27% 24% 42% 32% 31% 37% 34% 29%
3 23% 22% 23% 22% 31% 21% 27% 24% 13% 21% 24% 27% 24% 22% 18% 20%
2 4% 5% 4% 4% 6% 12% 2% 5% 1% 3% 9% 3% 4% 6% 3% 3%
1 - VERY DISSATISFIED 1% * 2% 1% 2% - 3% * - 5% - 2% 1% 1% - -
DON'T KNOW 12% 11% 13% 12% 5% 6% 8% 14% 19% 8% 3% 7% 14% 9% 13% 16%
MEAN † 3.9 3.9 4.0 4.0 3.8 3.8 3.9 3.9 4.3 4.0 3.8 3.9 3.9 3.9 4.1 4.1
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
CHILDREN UNDER 18 REGISTERED VOTER RESIDENCY HOME OWNERSHIP BUSINESS OWNERSHIP
YES NO YES NO
FULL-TIME
RESIDENT
LIVING IN
AVON
PART-TIME
RESIDENT
OF AVON
DO NOT
LIVE IN
AVON
OWN A
PRIMARY
HOME IN
AVON
OWN A
SECOND
HOME IN
AVON
RENT IN
AVON YES NO
5 – VERY SATISFIED 28% 23% 30% 23% 35% 25% 35% 25% 22% 35% 36% 22% 30%
4 33% 38% 31% 35% 30% 34% 31% 33% 36% 28% 30% 31% 33%
3 23% 23% 22% 26% 16% 25% 18% 20% 26% 18% 22% 26% 22%
2 4% 5% 4% 6% 1% 6% 1% 1% 4% 2% 8% 7% 4%
1 - VERY DISSATISFIED 1% 3% * 1% 1% 2% - - 2% - 1% 2% 1%
DON'T KNOW 12% 7% 13% 8% 17% 8% 15% 20% 10% 17% 3% 12% 11%
MEAN † 3.9 3.8 4.0 3.8 4.2 3.8 4.2 4.0 3.8 4.2 3.9 3.7 4.0
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
AREA OF TOWN LENGTH OF RESIDENCY
EAST
COMMERCIAL &
RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
WEST
COMMERCIAL
& RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
NOTTINGHAM
PARK/
SUNRIDGE/
LIFTVIEW/
BROOKSIDE
AREA
ASPENS
MOBILE HOME
VILLAGE/
WESTLAKE
VILLAGE
AREAS
NOTTINGHAM
RD/
METCALF RD
AREAS
WILDRIDGE/
WILDWOOD
AREAS
HURD LANE/
EAGLEBEND
AREAS
1 TO 2
YEARS
3 TO 4
YEARS
5 TO 7
YEARS 8 TO 10 YEARS
11 TO 14
YEARS
15 TO 19
YEARS
MORE THAN
20 YEARS
5 – VERY SATISFIED 28% 35% 32% 28% 43% 25% 23% 32% 22% 23% 40% 29% 30% 32% 24%
4 33% 43% 38% 34% 17% 38% 30% 30% 43% 33% 24% 30% 34% 31% 34%
3 23% 5% 18% 26% 35% 21% 27% 18% 21% 23% 19% 22% 26% 22% 24%
2 4% - 2% 2% - 7% 6% 7% - 7% 7% 6% 2% 4% 4%
1 - VERY DISSATISFIED 1% - - 1% - 1% 1% 2% 2% 1% 1% 3% - - 1%
DON'T KNOW 12% 18% 10% 10% 5% 8% 12% 10% 13% 13% 9% 11% 8% 11% 13%
MEAN † 3.9 4.4 4.1 4.0 4.1 3.8 3.8 3.9 3.9 3.8 4.0 3.9 4.0 4.0 3.9
* LESS THAN 1% REPORTED.
† THE MEAN SCORE IS DERIVED BY TAKING THE AVERAGE SCORE BASED ON THE 5-POINT SCALE. THE VERY SATISFIED RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 5; THE VERY DISSATISFIED RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 1. THE DON’T KNOW/WON’T SAY RESPONSES ARE
EXCLUDED FROM THE CALCULATION OF THE MEAN.
RESEARCH & POLLING, INC.
TOWN OF AVON, COLORADO – COMMUNITY SURVEY
SEPTEMBER 2015 PAGE 62
OVERALL SATISFACTION WITH SERVICES PROVIDED BY THE TOWN OF AVON:
THE FREE BUS SERVICE PROVIDED IN AVON
QUESTION 12: PLEASE RATE YOUR OVERALL SATISFACTION WITH THE FOLLOWING SERVICES provided by the Town of Avon: THE FREE BUS SERVICE PROVIDED IN AVON
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
GENDER ETHNICITY AGE HOUSEHOLD INCOME
MALE FEMALE WHITE HISPANIC
18 TO 34
YEARS
35 TO 49
YEARS
50 TO 64
YEARS
65 YEARS
OR OLDER
LESS THAN
$30,000
$30,000
TO
$49,999
$50,000
TO
$79,999
$80,000
TO
$99,999
$100,000
TO
$174,999
$175,000
TO
$249,999
$250,000
OR MORE
5 – VERY SATISFIED 36% 32% 41% 34% 72% 27% 37% 34% 50% 61% 39% 36% 28% 30% 43% 35%
4 27% 30% 25% 29% 11% 24% 30% 28% 24% 18% 28% 30% 32% 30% 33% 27%
3 17% 19% 16% 18% 7% 27% 17% 19% 7% 18% 16% 13% 20% 18% 16% 17%
2 6% 8% 5% 6% 4% 12% 6% 6% 4% - 11% 7% 6% 8% 3% 6%
1 - VERY DISSATISFIED 3% 4% 3% 3% 4% - 4% 4% 2% - 3% 4% 4% 4% 1% 2%
DON'T KNOW 9% 8% 11% 10% 1% 9% 7% 10% 13% 4% 3% 9% 10% 10% 4% 13%
MEAN † 4.0 3.9 4.1 3.9 4.4 3.7 4.0 3.9 4.4 4.4 3.9 3.9 3.8 3.8 4.2 4.0
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
CHILDREN UNDER 18 REGISTERED VOTER RESIDENCY HOME OWNERSHIP BUSINESS OWNERSHIP
YES NO YES NO
FULL-TIME
RESIDENT
LIVING IN
AVON
PART-TIME
RESIDENT
OF AVON
DO NOT
LIVE IN
AVON
OWN A
PRIMARY
HOME IN
AVON
OWN A
SECOND
HOME IN
AVON
RENT IN
AVON YES NO
5 – VERY SATISFIED 36% 37% 36% 29% 49% 33% 44% 35% 28% 45% 50% 28% 39%
4 27% 29% 27% 27% 27% 26% 29% 35% 28% 28% 20% 32% 26%
3 17% 22% 16% 21% 12% 20% 13% 14% 19% 13% 20% 21% 16%
2 6% 4% 7% 9% 3% 8% 4% 3% 9% 4% 5% 4% 7%
1 - VERY DISSATISFIED 3% 2% 4% 4% 1% 5% 1% - 5% 1% 2% 4% 3%
DON'T KNOW 9% 6% 10% 10% 8% 9% 9% 13% 11% 8% 4% 10% 9%
MEAN † 4.0 4.0 3.9 3.7 4.3 3.8 4.2 4.2 3.7 4.2 4.2 3.8 4.0
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
AREA OF TOWN LENGTH OF RESIDENCY
EAST
COMMERCIAL &
RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
WEST
COMMERCIAL
& RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
NOTTINGHAM
PARK/
SUNRIDGE/
LIFTVIEW/
BROOKSIDE
AREA
ASPENS
MOBILE HOME
VILLAGE/
WESTLAKE
VILLAGE
AREAS
NOTTINGHAM
RD/
METCALF RD
AREAS
WILDRIDGE/
WILDWOOD
AREAS
HURD LANE/
EAGLEBEND
AREAS
1 TO 2
YEARS
3 TO 4
YEARS
5 TO 7
YEARS 8 TO 10 YEARS
11 TO 14
YEARS
15 TO 19
YEARS
MORE THAN
20 YEARS
5 – VERY SATISFIED 36% 52% 53% 37% 57% 16% 25% 46% 36% 40% 41% 39% 35% 35% 35%
4 27% 32% 31% 36% 9% 23% 20% 27% 21% 24% 30% 21% 33% 33% 26%
3 17% 6% 11% 11% 19% 33% 23% 16% 18% 15% 11% 25% 19% 14% 16%
2 6% - 3% 8% - 6% 11% 3% 8% 8% 12% 4% 3% 5% 7%
1 - VERY DISSATISFIED 3% - - - - 4% 8% 3% 1% 1% 1% 3% 5% 3% 5%
DON'T KNOW 9% 10% 2% 9% 14% 17% 13% 5% 15% 12% 4% 7% 5% 9% 10%
MEAN † 4.0 4.5 4.4 4.1 4.4 3.5 3.5 4.2 4.0 4.1 4.0 4.0 3.9 4.0 3.9
† THE MEAN SCORE IS DERIVED BY TAKING THE AVERAGE SCORE BASED ON THE 5-POINT SCALE. THE VERY SATISFIED RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 5; THE VERY DISSATISFIED RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 1. THE DON’T KNOW/WON’T SAY RESPONSES ARE
EXCLUDED FROM THE CALCULATION OF THE MEAN.
RESEARCH & POLLING, INC.
TOWN OF AVON, COLORADO – COMMUNITY SURVEY
SEPTEMBER 2015 PAGE 63
OVERALL SATISFACTION WITH SERVICES PROVIDED BY THE TOWN OF AVON:
SPECIAL EVENTS AND FESTIVALS IN AVON
QUESTION 13: PLEASE RATE YOUR OVERALL SATISFACTION WITH THE FOLLOWING SERVICES provided by the Town of Avon: SPECIAL EVENTS AND FESTIVALS IN AVON
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
GENDER ETHNICITY AGE HOUSEHOLD INCOME
MALE FEMALE WHITE HISPANIC
18 TO 34
YEARS
35 TO 49
YEARS
50 TO 64
YEARS
65 YEARS
OR OLDER
LESS THAN
$30,000
$30,000
TO
$49,999
$50,000
TO
$79,999
$80,000
TO
$99,999
$100,000
TO
$174,999
$175,000
TO
$249,999
$250,000
OR MORE
5 – VERY SATISFIED 36% 33% 40% 36% 50% 36% 37% 34% 41% 56% 31% 43% 35% 28% 43% 38%
4 33% 34% 33% 33% 36% 33% 38% 33% 25% 23% 35% 29% 41% 38% 30% 33%
3 20% 23% 17% 21% 8% 25% 17% 22% 16% 13% 22% 14% 20% 23% 27% 19%
2 5% 5% 4% 5% 4% 5% 4% 5% 5% 4% 6% 6% 3% 6% - 3%
1 - VERY DISSATISFIED 2% 2% 1% 2% 1% - 2% 3% 1% 2% 3% 4% - 2% - -
DON'T KNOW 4% 2% 5% 4% 1% 1% 2% 3% 11% 1% 3% 4% - 3% - 6%
MEAN † 4.0 3.9 4.1 4.0 4.3 4.0 4.0 3.9 4.1 4.3 3.9 4.1 4.1 3.9 4.2 4.1
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
CHILDREN UNDER 18 REGISTERED VOTER RESIDENCY HOME OWNERSHIP BUSINESS OWNERSHIP
YES NO YES NO
FULL-TIME
RESIDENT
LIVING IN
AVON
PART-TIME
RESIDENT
OF AVON
DO NOT
LIVE IN
AVON
OWN A
PRIMARY
HOME IN
AVON
OWN A
SECOND
HOME IN
AVON
RENT IN
AVON YES NO
5 – VERY SATISFIED 36% 33% 37% 31% 44% 35% 41% 33% 27% 42% 53% 35% 37%
4 33% 38% 32% 35% 31% 33% 35% 33% 38% 33% 20% 34% 33%
3 20% 22% 19% 22% 17% 22% 16% 20% 24% 16% 18% 20% 20%
2 5% 3% 5% 5% 3% 5% 3% 3% 5% 4% 5% 5% 5%
1 - VERY DISSATISFIED 2% 1% 2% 3% * 3% * - 3% * 2% 4% 1%
DON'T KNOW 4% 3% 4% 3% 4% 3% 4% 10% 3% 4% 3% 3% 4%
MEAN † 4.0 4.0 4.0 3.9 4.2 3.9 4.2 4.1 3.8 4.2 4.2 3.9 4.0
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
AREA OF TOWN LENGTH OF RESIDENCY
EAST
COMMERCIAL &
RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
WEST
COMMERCIAL
& RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
NOTTINGHAM
PARK/
SUNRIDGE/
LIFTVIEW/
BROOKSIDE
AREA
ASPENS
MOBILE HOME
VILLAGE/
WESTLAKE
VILLAGE
AREAS
NOTTINGHAM
RD/
METCALF RD
AREAS
WILDRIDGE/
WILDWOOD
AREAS
HURD LANE/
EAGLEBEND
AREAS
1 TO 2
YEARS
3 TO 4
YEARS
5 TO 7
YEARS 8 TO 10 YEARS
11 TO 14
YEARS
15 TO 19
YEARS
MORE THAN
20 YEARS
5 – VERY SATISFIED 36% 49% 37% 36% 73% 34% 27% 49% 40% 45% 43% 37% 30% 33% 34%
4 33% 38% 36% 27% 24% 26% 39% 28% 35% 31% 29% 30% 42% 38% 28%
3 20% 10% 18% 25% - 27% 23% 14% 17% 17% 17% 25% 17% 23% 21%
2 5% - 3% 8% - 7% 4% 3% 2% 1% 5% 3% 6% 4% 9%
1 - VERY DISSATISFIED 2% - 4% - - 2% 2% 4% 1% - 4% 2% 1% 1% 3%
DON'T KNOW 4% 3% 3% 4% 3% 3% 5% 2% 4% 6% 2% 3% 3% - 5%
MEAN † 4.0 4.4 4.0 3.9 4.8 3.9 3.9 4.2 4.1 4.3 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 3.9
* LESS THAN 1% REPORTED.
† THE MEAN SCORE IS DERIVED BY TAKING THE AVERAGE SCORE BASED ON THE 5-POINT SCALE. THE VERY SATISFIED RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 5; THE VERY DISSATISFIED RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 1. THE DON’T KNOW/WON’T SAY RESPONSES ARE
EXCLUDED FROM THE CALCULATION OF THE MEAN.
RESEARCH & POLLING, INC.
TOWN OF AVON, COLORADO – COMMUNITY SURVEY
SEPTEMBER 2015 PAGE 64
OVERALL SATISFACTION WITH SERVICES PROVIDED BY THE TOWN OF AVON:
RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES AND FEATURES AT NOTTINGHAM PARK AND LAKE
QUESTION 14: PLEASE RATE YOUR OVERALL SATISFACTION WITH THE FOLLOWING SERVICES provided by the Town of Avon: RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES AND FEATURES AT NOTTINGHAM PARK AND LAKE
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
GENDER ETHNICITY AGE HOUSEHOLD INCOME
MALE FEMALE WHITE HISPANIC
18 TO 34
YEARS
35 TO 49
YEARS
50 TO 64
YEARS
65 YEARS
OR OLDER
LESS THAN
$30,000
$30,000
TO
$49,999
$50,000
TO
$79,999
$80,000
TO
$99,999
$100,000
TO
$174,999
$175,000
TO
$249,999
$250,000
OR MORE
5 – VERY SATISFIED 41% 38% 46% 40% 59% 41% 46% 36% 47% 58% 31% 43% 46% 38% 52% 38%
4 36% 39% 32% 37% 29% 41% 37% 38% 26% 30% 45% 41% 37% 34% 34% 35%
3 14% 15% 13% 13% 13% 12% 13% 16% 10% 7% 16% 10% 9% 20% 13% 15%
2 3% 4% 2% 3% - 3% 1% 5% 2% 2% 3% 2% 3% 6% - 3%
1 - VERY DISSATISFIED 1% 2% 1% 1% - 2% 1% 1% 1% 3% 4% 1% 2% 1% - -
DON'T KNOW 4% 3% 7% 5% - - 1% 5% 14% 1% 1% 3% 2% 2% 1% 9%
MEAN † 4.2 4.1 4.3 4.2 4.5 4.2 4.3 4.1 4.4 4.4 4.0 4.3 4.2 4.0 4.4 4.2
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
CHILDREN UNDER 18 REGISTERED VOTER RESIDENCY HOME OWNERSHIP BUSINESS OWNERSHIP
YES NO YES NO
FULL-TIME
RESIDENT
LIVING IN
AVON
PART-TIME
RESIDENT
OF AVON
DO NOT
LIVE IN
AVON
OWN A
PRIMARY
HOME IN
AVON
OWN A
SECOND
HOME IN
AVON
RENT IN
AVON YES NO
5 – VERY SATISFIED 41% 41% 41% 37% 47% 40% 46% 33% 36% 46% 52% 37% 42%
4 36% 35% 37% 38% 33% 37% 33% 41% 39% 32% 31% 39% 35%
3 14% 17% 12% 17% 9% 15% 10% 13% 17% 10% 9% 15% 13%
2 3% 3% 3% 3% 3% 3% 3% 4% 3% 4% 3% 3% 3%
1 - VERY DISSATISFIED 1% 1% 1% 2% * 2% - - 2% - 3% 3% 1%
DON'T KNOW 4% 3% 5% 3% 7% 2% 7% 9% 3% 8% 1% 2% 5%
MEAN † 4.2 4.1 4.2 4.1 4.3 4.1 4.3 4.1 4.1 4.3 4.3 4.1 4.2
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
AREA OF TOWN LENGTH OF RESIDENCY
EAST
COMMERCIAL &
RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
WEST
COMMERCIAL
& RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
NOTTINGHAM
PARK/
SUNRIDGE/
LIFTVIEW/
BROOKSIDE
AREA
ASPENS
MOBILE HOME
VILLAGE/
WESTLAKE
VILLAGE
AREAS
NOTTINGHAM
RD/
METCALF RD
AREAS
WILDRIDGE/
WILDWOOD
AREAS
HURD LANE/
EAGLEBEND
AREAS
1 TO 2
YEARS
3 TO 4
YEARS
5 TO 7
YEARS 8 TO 10 YEARS
11 TO 14
YEARS
15 TO 19
YEARS
MORE THAN
20 YEARS
5 – VERY SATISFIED 41% 52% 41% 43% 56% 32% 39% 49% 40% 43% 53% 41% 42% 41% 37%
4 36% 37% 40% 32% 33% 51% 35% 31% 42% 36% 34% 31% 33% 40% 35%
3 14% 6% 11% 15% 11% 9% 17% 14% 13% 12% 8% 19% 13% 13% 17%
2 3% - 2% 5% - 7% 3% 2% 1% 1% 2% 3% 5% 3% 6%
1 - VERY DISSATISFIED 1% - 1% 2% - 2% 1% - - 3% - 2% 3% - -
DON'T KNOW 4% 5% 5% 4% - - 5% 4% 4% 4% 3% 5% 3% 4% 5%
MEAN † 4.2 4.5 4.2 4.1 4.5 4.0 4.1 4.3 4.3 4.2 4.4 4.1 4.1 4.2 4.1
* LESS THAN 1% REPORTED.
† THE MEAN SCORE IS DERIVED BY TAKING THE AVERAGE SCORE BASED ON THE 5-POINT SCALE. THE VERY SATISFIED RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 5; THE VERY DISSATISFIED RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 1. THE DON’T KNOW/WON’T SAY RESPONSES ARE
EXCLUDED FROM THE CALCULATION OF THE MEAN.
RESEARCH & POLLING, INC.
TOWN OF AVON, COLORADO – COMMUNITY SURVEY
SEPTEMBER 2015 PAGE 65
COMMENTS/SUGGESTIONS RELATING TO THE RECREATION CENTER, NOTTINGHAM PARK OR LAKE ACTIVITIES
QUESTION 15: DO YOU HAVE ANY COMMENTS OR SUGGESTIONS RELATING TO THE RECREATION CENTER, NOTTINGHAM PARK OR LAKE ACTIVITIES?
MORE CONCERTS/EVENTS 8%
BEST PART OF AVON/NICE AS IS 8%
IMPROVEMENTS TO NOTTINGHAM ARE GREAT 5%
MAKE REC CENTER FREE/DISCOUNTED TO RESIDENTS/LOW INCOME
FAMILIES 5%
UPDATE REC CENTER 4%
LOVE THE NEW STAGE 3%
MORE BATHROOMS 3%
LOVE THE BEACH 3%
MORE PARKING 2%
DOG PARK 2%
REC CENTER NEEDS AN ADDITION - TOO CROWDED 2%
REC CENTER NEEDS TO BE CLEANER 2%
ICE SKATING 2%
AMPHITHEATER COST TOO MUCH 2%
SUPERVISE DOG OWNERS 2%
LOVE FREE CONCERTS 2%
NEW PLAYGROUND 1%
EVENTS TOO FOCUSED ON ALCOHOL/YOUNG PEOPLE 1%
FEWER EVENTS 1%
MORE CLASSES AT REC CENTER 1%
OUTDOOR POOL AT REC CENTER 1%
MORE YOUTH/FAMILY ACTIVITIES 1%
CHILDCARE AT REC CENTER 1%
NO MORE FRISBEE GOLF 1%
LOVE THE INCREASED ACTIVITIES 1%
MORE PROGRAMS FOR SENIORS 1%
CONTINUE YOGA THROUGH WINTER 1%
BETTER MAINTENANCE OF PARK/PLAYGROUND/LAKE 1%
EXPAND BEACH 1%
RUNNING TRACK AT REC CENTER 1%
MAKE LAKE DOG-FRIENDLY 1%
4TH OF JULY FIREWORKS ARE GREAT 1%
MORE PICNIC TABLES 1%
IMPROVE REC CENTER LOCKER ROOMS 1%
DISC GOLF 1%
BETTER ADVERTISEMENT OF EVENTS 1%
SUMMER SAND VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE 1%
ROCK CLIMBING *
INDOOR BASKETBALL/VOLLEYBALL COURT *
REC CENTER IS USUALLY WELL MAINTAINED *
MAINTAIN SMALL TOWN FEEL OF PARK *
DON'T LET KIDS RIDE BIKES OR SKATEBOARD ON NEW STAGE *
MORE SWIMMING LANES *
BETTER CROWD CONTROL AT EVENTS *
MAKE POOL SALT WATER INSTEAD OF CHLORINE *
MUSIC IS TOO LOUD *
DON'T USE THEM *
LIKE PARK ACTIVITIES *
BAD MANAGEMENT OF LAKE DRAINING PROJECT *
ENFORCE NO SMOKING ORDINANCE *
KEEP REC CENTER OPEN LONGER HOURS *
TIGHTER ALCOHOL RESTRICTIONS *
REC CENTER EMPLOYEES ARE NICE *
ALLOW PEOPLE TO BRING OWN BEER TO EVENTS *
CULTIVATE EVENTS AND AMENITIES THAT ARE UNIQUE TO AVON *
SPEND TOO MUCH TAX MONEY ON TOURISTS *
SHOULD HAVE TO PAY A FEE TO USE THE LAKE *
LOVE REC CENTER *
UPGRADE POND HOCKEY *
SWIMMING LESSONS *
MOVE FARMER'S MARKET TO PARK ON FRIDAY *
MORE GRILLS *
AMPHITHEATER ON NOTTINGHAM WITH FREE SUMMER CONCERTS *
PEDAL BOATS *
THIS JULY 4TH WAS DISAPPOINTING *
PADDLE BOARD RACING *
SUPPORT YOUNG ATHLETES *
TENNIS COURTS *
MORE OPEN-WATER SWIMMING IN THE LAKE *
LIBRARY IS GREAT *
HOT DOG/BURGER STAND AT THE PARK *
WIDEN BIKE PATHS *
MORE OPEN SPACE *
BRING BACK SNOWBALL *
SUNSCREEN BEHIND THE STAGE TO BLOCK THE SUN AT CONCERTS *
NOT ENOUGH WATER IN THE LAKE SOMETIMES *
TOO MUCH PARTYING AT THE BEACH/IN PARK *
MAKE RECIPROCAL DEAL WITH EAGLE VAIL TO USE THEIR POOL AND
GOLF *
NEVER HAVE ANOTHER SNOWBALL EVENT *
GOOD SENIOR RATES AT THE REC CENTER *
WANT TO BE ABLE TO ACCESS LAKE/PARK EVEN ON EVENT DAYS *
BOXING FITNESS CLASS *
NEED MORE PARTICIPATION FROM RESIDENTS *
BULLDOZE REC CENTER AND PARKING LOT AND BUILD AN ARBORETUM *
BETTER WEED CONTROL *
LOVE THE POST OFFICE *
REC CENTER NEEDS TRAINER ON DUTY *
SAND AT THE BEACH DOESN'T FEEL RIGHT *
DON'T NEED ICE SKATING *
DON'T LIKE BIKE PATH BY POST OFFICE *
STOP MOWING BEFORE 7AM *
OUTDOOR HOT TUB *
TOO MUCH LITTER BY THE BEACH *
TRYING TO SHOVE TOO MANY THINGS INTO THE PARK AREA *
SMOKING POT IN THE PARK IS NOT REGULATED *
BETTER INSTRUCTORS FOR FITNESS CLASSES *
MORE TRASH CANS IN PARK *
ENFORCE OPEN CONTAINER LAWS *
TOO MANY CHEMICALS IN THE POOL *
STRETCHING AREA IN REC CENTER *
LOVE KIDS CAMP *
LAKE STREET ISN'T WALKABLE *
FIX HOLES VOLES CREATED *
MORE SHADE AT THE PLAYGROUND *
HEALTH STATIONS IN PARK *
OUTDOOR OBSTACLE/ROPES COURSE *
ELEVATION IS TOO HIGH *
BETTER CLEAN-UP AFTER EVENTS *
LIKE WALKING PATHS *
LOVE NEW SCULPTURES IN TOWN *
OPEN REC CENTER EARLIER ON SATURDAYS *
IT'S TOO SMALL TO BE CALLED A LAKE *
INSTALL A CHILDREN'S FOUNTAIN *
MORE COMMUNICATION ABOUT EVENTS/ACTIVITIES *
TOO MANY MALE CHILDREN IN WOMEN'S LOCKER ROOM *
ENFORCE DIAPER RESTRICTION IN LAZY RIVER *
PUT SIGNAGE IN SPANISH *
MAKE REC CENTER AVAILABLE TO PART-TIME RESIDENTS *
PUT IN WHAT THE PEOPLE WANT *
HORSESHOE PIT *
BRING GONDOLA TO TRANS CENTER *
BRING MORE BANDS THAT APPEAL TO EVERYONE *
* LESS THAN 1% REPORTED.
RESEARCH & POLLING, INC.
TOWN OF AVON, COLORADO – COMMUNITY SURVEY
SEPTEMBER 2015 PAGE 66
COMMENTS/SUGGESTIONS RELATING TO THE RECREATION CENTER, NOTTINGHAM PARK OR LAKE ACTIVITIES (CONTINUED)
QUESTION 15 (CONTINUED): DO YOU HAVE ANY COMMENTS OR SUGGESTIONS RELATING TO THE RECREATION CENTER, NOTTINGHAM PARK OR LAKE ACTIVITIES?
LIKE THE MILITARY DISCOUNT AT REC CENTER *
BMX PARK *
BETTER LIGHTING OF THE LAKE *
FEWER STATUES *
MORE KID EQUIPMENT IN POOLS *
CONCERNED ABOUT COST OF IMPROVEMENTS *
RELOCATE BOAT RENTAL AWAY FROM PERFORMANCE SPACE *
LIFEGUARD AT THE LAKE *
MORE LOW-COST ACTIVITIES FOR UNDER-PRIVILEGED CHILDREN *
MORE PICKLE BALL COURTS *
REDUCED/SUBSIDIZED GOLF *
RATHER SPEND MONEY ON PARK THAN EVENTS *
EXPAND PARK BY MOVING TOWN HALL *
BETTER ACCESS TO BIKE PATH BY RIVER *
TAKE DOWN FENCE *
PUT SOCCER GOALS ON THE FIELD *
REC CENTER SHOULD BE PRIVATELY RUN *
REPLACE SAND WITH SOMETHING ELSE LIKE WOODCHIPS *
TOO MANY RULES AT THE POOL *
CHANGE MANAGEMENT OF REC CENTER *
START MANAGING THE TOWN *
LESS EMPHASIS ON TOWN EVENTS *
LAWN AND STAGE NEED TO BE MORE INTIMATE *
FENCE THE AREA FOR SAFETY AT NIGHT *
PUT THE STAGE ON THE OTHER SIDE OF THE PARK *
NEED BETTER PEDESTRIAN/BIKING LANES *
STREET CLEANERS NEED TO CLEAN BIKE LANES *
STOP SUBCONTRACTING LAKE SERVICES *
TURN OFF CHRISTMAS LIGHTS BETWEEN 2AM AND 5PM *
REDUCE THE NUMBER OF LIT CHRISTMAS TRESS AFTER JANUARY 1 *
GOOD SECURITY AT EVENTS *
REC CENTER IS USED LESS BECAUSE THERE ARE OTHER OPTIONS LIKE
WMRED AND WESTIN *
INCLUDE CLASSES IN MONTHLTY REC CENTER FEE *
MISS THE WOODEN STRUCTURE WHERE YOU COULD LOOK OUT AT THE
LAKE *
BE MORE WATCHFUL OF ANYONE IN THE AREA THAT IS NOT RECOGNIZED*
BRECK PATTERNS MAKE IT DANGEROUS IN THE WINTER MONTHS *
REPLACE STONES ON SHOULDER *
TOWN SHOULD NOT BE IN REC CENTER BUSINESS *
BUILD A GYMNASIUM *
MAKE RECREATIONAL PATH SAFER *
NOTHING IN PARTICULAR 40%
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$15 FEE FOR USING THE LAKE (PUBLIC RESOURCES)
$25 FOR PADDLEBOARD IS A BIT HIGH FOR SOMEONE JUST TRYING TO LEARN. A LOWER PRICE MAY ENCOURAGE
MORE PARTICIPATION.
1. LAKE PROJECT - GREAT! 2. MORE PARKING! 3. BRING THE GONDOLA TO THE TRANS CENTER OR ALLOW BUSES
STOP NEXT TO WESTIN.
A CHILDREN'S FOUNTAIN.
A CRITICAL PART OF LIFE IN AVON - CONTINUED CONCENTRATION AND INVESTMENT IN THIS AREA(S) IS VERY
IMPORTANT.
A FUTURE PROPOSAL OF MORE PARKING SPOTS.
A GYMNASIUM WOULD BE GREAT.
A NEW PLAYGROUND NEEDS TO HAPPEN. THE OLD VERSION IS OUTDATED AND BORDERLINE UNSAFE. MORE
PARKING FOR THE PARK.
A SET OF BATHROOMS AND A SNACK BAR BE ADDED TO THE SOUTH SIDE OF THE LAKE, ADJACENT TO THE POLICE
STATION AREA.
A SUNSCREEN BEHIND STAGE TO BLOCK SUN AT CONCERTS.
ADD A LEARN-TO-PLAY-BRIDGE PROGRAM AND BRIDGE GAMES. SENIORS ARTS AND RECREATIONAL CLASSES, I.E.
PAINTING, PHOTOGRAPHY, REDUCED OR SUBSIDIZED PUBLIC GOLF OPPORTUNITIES.
ADD HEALTH STATIONS, PROMOTE WALKING FOR HEALTH, MAKE LAKE DOG-FRIENDLY (TO SWIM) OR
PADDLEBOARD/BOATING WITH DOGS.
ADDED NICE THINGS IN PARK BUT TRYING TO SHOVE TOO MUCH THERE. BEACH IS OK. GOLF COURSE TOO MUCH.
SMOKING POT IN PUBLIC - NOT REGULATED, BAD IF YOU HAVE KIDS.
AGAIN, MORE POLICING OF ALCOHOL USE, MARIJUANA USE AND DOGS OFF-LEASH, WITHIN THE NOTTINGHAM LAKE
AREAS. BEACH AND VOLLEYBALL IN PARTICULAR.
ALL ARE AN ASSET TO AVON. AVON IS TO BE COMMENDED FOR PROVIDING THESE FACILITIES IN THE MANNER IN
WHICH THEY ARE PRESENTED.
ALL GOOD (N=2)
ALLOW THE ENTIRE LAKE TO BE OPEN TO SWIMMING, NOT JUST THE SMALL SECTIONED OFF AREA.
AN INDOOR BASKETBALL/VOLLEYBALL COURT AT THE REC CENTER EVENTUALLY WOULD BE NICE. AS FOR THE PARK,
EXTEND AND DRAG THE SANDY BEACH AREA AT THE PARK ON THE NORTH SIDE, FROM WHERE IT IS NOW, ALL THE
WAY TO THE WEST EDGE BY THE BRIDGE.
AN OUTDOOR HOT TUB WOULD BE NICE.
AS A TRIATHLETE, I WOULD OF COURSE LIKE MORE OPEN WATER SWIMMING IN NOTTINGHAM LAKE; HOWEVER, I
APPRECIATE WHAT THERE IS!
AS PREVIOUSLY STATED - THE PARK PLAYGROUND FACILITIES ARE SMALL AND OUTDATED COMPARED TO THE PARKS
IN NEIGHBORING TOWNS. EVEN THOUGH WE LIVE A 10-MINUTE WALK AWAY, WE USUALLY GET IN THE CAR TO GO
ELSEWHERE IF WE'RE GOING TO A PLAYGROUND. I AM NOT AS FAMILIAR WITH PROGRAMS OFFERED BY THE REC
CENTER AND LAKE.
AVON CATERS TO THE YOUTH, THEREFORE DRUGS, ALCOHOL AND EVERYTHING THAT KEEPS PEOPLE WITH MEANS
AND AGE AWAY. CLASS IT UP! WE GO TO VAIL AND BEAVER CREEK, NEVER TO AVON.
AVON NEEDS A PUBLIC OUTDOOR POOL! THERE IS A SPACE FOR ONE OUT IN FRONT OF THE REC CENTER BETWEEN
LAKE STREET. THE PARK IS GREAT! NEED A BATHROOM OVER BY THE BEACH AND EXPAND FACILITIES OVER BY
BEACH/VOLLEYBALL COURT. WEDNESDAY NIGHT CONCERTS AT THE PARK WERE WONDERFUL. NEED MORE OF
THEM AND ABILITY TO BRING YOUR OWN COOLER OF BEER. THE BEER LINES WILL STILL BE LONG BUT LOCALS CAN
BRING OWN. LOOK AT EAGLE.
AWESOME
BATHROOM CLOSE TO THE BEACH AREA - WITH KIDS IT'S HARD. NEW UPDATED PLAYGROUND.
BATHROOM NEEDED BY BEACH AREA. IMPROVEMENTS TO PLAYGROUND AREA. REC CENTER POOL NEEDS UPDATES.
CHILDREN'S SLIDE DOESN'T WORK CONSISTENTLY AND ANIMALS ARE OLD AND BREAKING APART IN THE WATER.
BETTER ADVERTISEMENTS OF THE EVENTS. SOMETIMES I THINK THAT THEY ARE TOO POPULAR AND BRING AN
UNSAFE ELEMENT TO THE RESIDENTS.
BETTER ANIMAL CONTROL, ESPECIALLY DOGS OFF-LEASH.
BETTER COMMUNICATION FOR OUT OF TOWN OWNERS, NOT AWARE OF CITY PROGRAMS, EVENTS OR LOCAL ISSUES.
BETTER PARK FOR KIDS.
BETTER PARKING FOR EVENTS.
BETTER PARKING/FEWER STATUES.
BETTER POOL MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING.
BETTER RATES FOR TOWN RESIDENTS.
BETTER SELECTION OF CLASSES AT THE RECREATION CENTER. PILATES, PILATES BARRE ETC.
BETTER UP-KEEP OF LAKE.
BMX PARK.
BRICK PATTERNS POP UP AND MAKE IT VERY DANGEROUS DURING THE WINTER MONTHS.
BRING BACK CHILD CARE! PROVIDE BETTER INSTRUCTORS FOR THE FITNESS GROUP CLASSES.
BRING BACK ICE SKATING ON LAKE.
BRING BACK SNOW BALL! IT WAS WORTH NOISE FOR THE TAX INCOME.
BRING THE PRICE DOWN FOR WATER RENTAL SPORTS ON NOTTINGHAM LAKE.
BUENO EN LO PERSONAL YO TENGO TRES HIJOS Y CREO QUE MEGUSTARIA VER UN POCO MAS DE RECREACION EN
INVIERNO YA QUE CLARO EL SKI ES ALGO MUY INTERESANTE, LAS ALBERCAS,PERO ALGO COMO JUEGOS PARA LOS
NINOS EN UN LUGAR ADAPTADO ADENTRO.A MIS HIJOS LES ENCANTA ESQUIAR Y IR A LAS ALBERCAS PERO LUGO
LLEGA EL MOMENTO EN QUE ELLOS SE ABURREN DE LO MISMO. (WELL PERSONALLY I HAVE THREE CHILDREN AND I
THINK I WOULD LIKE TO SEE A LITTLE MORE RECREATION IN THE WINTER, THE SKI COURSE I SOMETHING VERY
INTERESTING, POOLS, BUT RATHER GAMES FOR CHILDREN ADAPTED SOMEWHERE. MY CHILDREN LOVE TO SKI AND
GO TO THE POOL BUT THERE COMES A TIME WHEN THEY GET BORED OF THE SAME THINGS.)
BUILD AN ICE RINK. WE NEED MORE SWIMMING LANES.
BULLDOZE THE CINDERBLOCK RECREATION CENTER/PARKING LOT. TURN IT INTO A GRAND LAWN OR YEAR-ROUND
ARBORETUM/GREENHOUSE COMPLEX - WINTER'S TOO LONG! PUBLIC BATHS/SWIMMING POOLS ARE GROSS.
CAN THERE BE A PUBLIC BEACH WITH SWIMMING AT THE PARK?
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CENTRO DE RECREACION.EL COSTO DE ESTE LUGAR ES AL NIVEL DE TURISTAS ES SUPREPAMENTE ALTO,
CONSIDERANDO DE LA PISCINA ES CUBIERTA, UNA DE LAS MAYORES ATRACCIONES DEL VERANO, EN COMPARACION
DE EAGLE VAIL. AVON ES EVALEVADO EL COSTO DE SUBSCRIPCION. LOCALES NO TURISTAS. PARQUE DE
NOTTINGHAM. 95% ES PARA ADULTOS Y JOVENES QUE DISFRUTAN Y NO TIENEN RESPETO ALGUNO POR QUIENES
NO UTILIZAN MARIHUANA Y/O ALCOHOL. COMPRTAMIENTO INAPROPIADOS ENTRE PAREJAS....... POR
EXPERIENCIA..... NO ES UN HAMBIENTE PARA NINOS......LAS ACTIVIDADES DEL LAGO O ACCESO A LA PLAYA NO
TENGO MAYOR COMENTARIO... PARA ADULTOS EN SU MAYORIA. (THE COST OF THE RECREATION CENTER IS AT THE
LEVEL OF TOURIST IS SUPREMELY HIGH, WHEREAS THE POOL IS COVERED, ONE OF THE MAJOR ATTRACTIONS OF THE
SUMMER, COMPARED TO EAGLE VAIL AVON COSTS MORE FOR A SUBSCRIPTION. LOCAL NOT TOURIST.
NOTTINGHAM PARK: 95% IS FOR ADULTS AND YOUNG PEOPLE WHO ENJOY AND DO NOT HAVE ANY RESPECT FOR
THOSE WHO DO NOT USE MARIJUANA OR ALCOHOL. UNETHICAL INAPPROPRIATE DATING..BY EXPERIENCE IS. IS NOT
AN ENVIRONMENT FOR CHILDREN. THE LAKE ACTIVITIES OR ACCESS TO THE BEACH FOR ADULTS MOSTLY.)
CHANGING THE REC CENTER POOL FROM CHLORINE TO SALT (SALINE) WOULD BE BETTER FOR THE ENVIRONMENT
AND IS PROVEN SUCCESSFUL AT THE EAGLE VAIL POOL COMPLEX. THIS WOULD INCREASE MEMBERSHIP AND
USAGE.
CHILD DAY CARE. ADD DRY LAND PROGRAM 9:00 AM OR 11:00 AM - EXERCISE FOR SENIORS - SILVER SNEAKERS.
CLEAN THE REC CENTER POOL AND LOCKER ROOMS BETTER.
CLEARLY, FROM THE EXPANSION OF ACTIVITIES TO DO AT NOTTINGHAM PARK MORE PUBLIC PARKING IS NECESSARY.
THE FREE MUSIC ON WEDNESDAY NIGHT HAS BEEN AWESOME.
CONCERN OF SAFETY IN THE AREA AT NIGHT. POSSIBLY FENCE THE AREA - KEY CODES.
CONCERTS ARE GREAT! NEED MORE ALONG WITH PARKING.
CONCERTS ARE NICE, BUT REALLY NEED SHOPS! MAIN STREET TO EXCEL IN THE VALLEY.
CONTINUE TO ATTRACT AND HOST EVENTS SUCH AS GO PRO. INCLUDE CLASSES IN THE REC CENTER MONTHLY FEE.
CONTINUE TO IMPROVE.
CONTINUE TO MAINTAIN THE FACILITIES, DON'T PLAN AMBITIOUS 'UPGRADES' THAT ARE AIMED AT THE YOUNGEST
GENERATION. THEY ARE NOT THE ONES THAT PAY THE TAXES.
CONTINUE WITH FREE YOGA ON SATURDAYS IN SUMMER. IS THERE SOMETHING FOR WINTER.
CONTINUED FOCUS ON THESE ASSETS IS BENEFICIAL TO THE ENTIRE COMMUNITY.
COST OVERRUNS OF CONCERT VENUE A BIG DISAPPOINTMENT. BEAD DEVELOPMENT IS EXCELLENT. LOVE MANY AND
VARIED USES OF THE LAKE. LOVE JULY 4TH FIREWORKS.
COULD HAVE MORE PROGRAMS FOR OLDER ADULTS.
COULD THE REC CENTER BE A LITTLE MORE UPSCALE?
COULD YOU OFFER A LOCALS A DISCOUNT THAT IS REALLY A DISCOUNT?
DANGER WALKING BECAUSE OF DISC GOLF, BAD LANGUAGE, POT SMOKING IN PARK. NO BIKE RULES. PATH COULD BE
WIDER TO ACCOMMODATE WALKERS AND BIKERS, BABY BUGGIES, ETC... TOO MUCH IN ONE SPOT. OPENING BEACH
WAS GREAT AND USE OF LAKE.
DAYCARE AT THE REC CENTER - WOULD LIKE IT BACK! MORE RESTROOMS AT NOTTINGHAM PARK - BEACH AREA,
ONE CLOSER TO THE PLAYGROUND.
DESIGN PARK AND COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES/EVENTS TO DRAW MATURE AND RESPONSIBLE PARTICIPANTS.
DO A GREAT JOB.
DO NOT HAVE CHILDREN, SO I DON'T USE THESE FACILITIES, BUT I AM GLAD THEY ARE AVAILABLE TO LOCAL FAMILIES.
DO THEY HAVE PADDLE BOARDS TO RENT? CONCERTS AND MUSICIANS THAT ARE NOT FOR 20 SOMETHING CROWD -
TOO RAUCOUS AND CAN GET OUT OF HAND, MORE FOR EVERYONE.
DOG OWNERS NEED SUPERVISION.
DOG PARK AT NOTTINGHAM PARK SHOULD BE MOVED TO NW END OF THE LAKE. WHY IS IT RIGHT NEXT TO BEACH
AREA WHERE PEOPLE ARE? KIDS ARE RUNNING AROUND AND ROLLING IN GRASS WHERE DOG DROPPINGS AND
URINE ARE PLENTIFUL. PLENTY OF ROOM AT THE NW END. NO PEOPLE LAYING AROUND ON GRASS.
DOING A GOOD JOB!
DON'T FIRE FIREWORKS AT PEOPLE - HA-HA. IT SEEMS LIKE THE TOWN OF AVON DOES A GOOD JOB. I HAVE YET TO
GO TO THE REC CENTER AND RARELY ATTEND CONCERTS. I REALLY ENJOY NOTTINGHAM PARK IN GENERAL.
DON'T REALLY USE THEM. WE ARE SKIERS AND ARE ONLY THERE ON WEEKENDS.
DON'T USE.
EARLIER OPENING OF REC CENTER ON SUNDAYS!
EDUCATIONAL CONCERTS FOR YOUNGER CHILDREN.
EL CENTRO DE RECREACION NESICITA UN POCO MAS DE ESPACIO PARA TENER MAS ACTIVIDADES. (THE RECREATION
CENTER NEEDS MORE SPACE FOR MORE ACTIVITIES.)
EL REC CENTER NECESITA SER REMODELADO EN CUANTO A LAS ALBERCAS TENER MAS CLASES UNA DE ELLAS SERIA
BOXEO. (THE REC CENTER NEEDS TO BE REMODELED IN REGARDS TO THE POOLS. NEED TO HAVE MORE CLASSES
AND ONE OF THEM SHOULD BE BOXING.)
ENFORCE NO SMOKING.
ENFORCE THE REQUIREMENT TO REGISTER, AND LEASH DOGS, AND PENALIZE DOG OWNERS FOR ABANDONED DOG
PILES WITH DNA REGISTRATION, AND FULL TIME ENFORCEMENT 365 DAYS. STOP ALLOWING DOGS TO RUIN THE
QUALITY OF LIFE HERE.
ES UN LUGAR MUY HERMOSO Y LIMPIO PARA DISFRUTAR LA BELLESA CULTURAL. (IT IS A VERY BEAUTIFUL AND CLEAN
PLACE TO ENJOY THE CULTURAL BEAUTY.)
ESTA MUY BONITO, QUE HUBIERA MAS JUEGOS PARA LOS NINOS. (IT IS VERY LOVELY, NEED MORE GAMES FOR
CHILDREN)
EVENTS SHOULD FIT THE LOCATION. OTHERWISE TOO MANY CARS, PEOPLE, AND PROBLEMS.
EVERY YEAR THERE SEEM TO BE MORE LOCAL ACTIVITIES.
EVERYTHING IS BEAUTIFUL.
EVERYTHING IS NICE.
EXCELENTE (EXCELLENT)
EXCELLENT AREA TO PUT THE FEW REMAINING HISTORIC BUILDINGS.
EXPAND DISC GOLF COURSE.
EXPAND PARK BY MOVING TOWN HALL, CREATE BETTER ACCESS TO BIKE PATH BY RIVER FROM PARK, AND TAKE
DOWN NASTY FENCE.
EXPAND THE DISC GOLF COURSE.
EXPAND THE RECREATION CENTER.
FAMILIES CAN'T AFFORD TO GO THERE.
FREE WEIGHT ROOM IS ALWAYS PACKED - MAKE IT BIGGER.
FRISBEE GOLF IS NOT GOOD THE WAY IT IS SET UP I HAVE BEEN WACKED IN THE HEAD AND I HAVE SEEN SOME
FISHING PEOPLE GET HIT.
FUND EXPANSION OF REC CENTER - NOT PASSED.
GLAD THE PARK IS OPEN FOR WATER ACTIVITIES.
GLAD THEY ARE HERE.
GREAT
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GREAT IMPROVEMENT TO THE LAKE RECENTLY. PLEASE CONTINUE THIS TYPE OF PROGRESS.
GREAT IMPROVEMENTS ON THE LAKE AND PARK RECENTLY, AND THE ADDITIONAL EVENTS HAVE BEEN A WELCOME
CHANGE.
GREAT IMPROVEMENTS TO THE PARK AREA THIS YEAR WITH THE NEW AMPHITHEATER.
GREAT JOB HERE - ONLY THING IS WATERING SYSTEM SHOULD END EARLIER IN MORNING FOR THIS OUT EARLY - LIKE
BY 6:00 - 6:30 AM.
GREAT JOB OF INCREASING UTILIZATION OF NOTTINGHAM LAKE AND SURROUNDING AREA.
GREAT JOB WITH THE STAGE - YES, IT WAS EXPENSIVE BUT WORTH IT. I LOVE THE REC CENTER AND THE LAKE LOOKS
GREAT.
GREAT PLACE TO GO.
GREAT PLACE.
GREAT REC CENTER. TOO MUCH PARK USE FOR CONCERTS.
GREAT SUMMER CONCERTS.
GREAT TO HAVE EVENTS BUT CAN'T PARK IN VICINITY.
GREAT YOU HAVE FINALLY LET FOLKS USE THE PLACE - THE 'BEACH' MIGHT BE THE BEST THING TO HAPPEN IN AVON
IN A LONG LONG TIME, NOW SEE IF YOU CAN DUPLICATE THAT ON THE RIVER.
HAVE A PLAN TO GET ICE SKATING READY AND A CONTINGENCY IF SNOW REQUIRES MANUAL REMOVAL OFF THE ICE
(LAST YEAR'S ISSUE). THE BAND SHELL BUDGET OVERRUN WAS A BIT OF A TRAVESTY.
HAVE NOT BEEN TO THE REC CENTER, PARK, OR LAKE.
HAVE NOT USED THEM, AS I AM NORMALLY THERE IN THE WINTER, AND DID NOT KNOW OF ANY ACTIVITIES.
HAVE ONLY USED ONCE - JULY 4TH. SORRY ABOUT WHAT HAPPENED.
HAVE REALLY ENJOYED EVENTS AT NOTTINGHAM PARK SO FAR.
HAVEN'T HAD THE OPPORTUNITY TO ENJOY A LOT OF ACTIVITIES IN AVON.
HAVEN'T USED THEM ENOUGH TO HAVE AN OPINION.
HEADED IN RIGHT DIRECTION.
I AM INCREDIBLY EXCITED ABOUT THE COMPLEXION OF NOTTINGHAM PARK STAGE, BEACH AND PIER. IT'S A
WONDERFUL PLACE FOR COMMUNITY.
I AM VERY SAD THAT THEY TOOK AWAY THE WOODEN STRUCTURE WHERE YOU COULD LOOK OUT AT THE LAKE.
I APPRECIATE ALL THE EVENTS THAT HAVE BEEN PUT ON IN THE PAST. I FEEL THAT SOME ADDITIONAL CONCERTS OF
CLASSICAL NATURE COULD BE PERFORMED AT NOTTINGHAM LAKE.
I APPRECIATE OPENING THE LAKE TO FAMILIES AND THE BEACH AREA. REC CENTER IS TOO EXPENSIVE FOR THOSE OF
US THAT LIVE IN TOWN AND WORK FOR THE RESORT. THE PARK IS A REAL GEM. WOULD LIKE TO SEE SOD GO IN
WHERE CONSTRUCTION HAS TORN UP THE LAWN RATHER THAN JUST LETTING THE WEEDS REVEGETATE THOSE
AREAS.
I APPRECIATE THE CONTINUAL IMPROVEMENTS AT THE REC CENTER AND HOPE THEY CONTINUE.
I DO NOT UNDERSTAND HOW THE STAGE COST SO MUCH, BUT I LOVE THE WAY IT'S BEING UTILIZED AND THE PEOPLE
IT DRAWS. WE ALSO LOVE THE VIBE IN THE PARK THIS SUMMER, ESPECIALLY THE BEACH, SUPS ETC. IT'S REALLY
FUN.
I DON'T DO BIG EVENTS. THEY DAMAGE PROPERTY AND I DON'T LIKE SEEING THAT.
I DON'T THINK THE REC CENTER NEEDS TO BE LARGER, IT NEEDS TO CONTINUE TO OFFER MORE RELEVANT CLASSES TO
THOSE WHO WORK OUT THERE. THOSE OF US WHO WANT MORE CHALLENGING CLASSES HAVE TO GO TO HOTEL
HEALTH CLUBS OR PRIVATE HEALTH CLUBS TO FIND THEM. THE REC CENTER CATERS TO THE ELDERLY IN THIS AREA.
I HAVE ASKED AVON TO REPLACE STONES ON SHOULDER OF ROAD, BUT NO ONE HAS COME OUT HERE FOR 4
MONTHS.
I HAVE LIVED IN AVON OVER 35 YEARS. I HAVE NEVER USED THE PARK OR REC CENTER. I DO ENJOY THE LIBRARY, BUT
PARKING IS NOT EASY THERE EITHER.
I HAVE NEVER USED ANY OF THE SERVICES.
I HAVE NOT USED THEM, SO NO COMMENT.
I LIKE ALL THE IMPROVEMENTS.
I LIKE THE NEW REMODEL.
I LIKE THE NEW VENUE AT THE PARK AND THE POSSIBILITIES OF EVENTS THAT IT BRINGS.
I LIKE THE PARK AND REC CENTER, MAINTENANCE COULD BE BETTER.
I LIKE THE REC CENTER. I HAVE A 2 YEAR OLD AND WE ENJOY THE INDOOR POOL. I COULD USE A RENOVATION,
PERHAPS AN OUTDOOR POOL AS WELL, GYM, NURSERY SO THAT SINGLE PARENTS HAVE A PLACE FOR THEIR CHILD
WHILE THEY WORKOUT. EXPAND THE WEIGHT ROOM AND UPDATE THE LOCKER ROOMS. THE PARK IS WELL
MAINTAINED, I LIKE THE BEACH.
I LIVE CLOSE TO PARK AND MUSIC IS ALWAYS TOO LOUD. I WORK NIGHTS AND HAVE TO SLEEP SOMETIME.
I LOVE THE CHANGE IN THE PARK. I LOVE WALKING AROUND THE LAKE AND PARTICIPATING IN ALL THE ACTIVITIES.
DISC GOLF, SUP, VOLLEYBALL, SWIMMING, AND LIVE MUSIC ARE GREAT. I WOULD LIKE TO SEE THE REC CENTER
FACILITIES ENHANCED HOWEVER.
I LOVE THE NEW ADDITIONS TO NOTTINGHAM PARK. MORE PARKING WOULD BE GREAT. A BATHROOM CLOSER TO
THE BEACH AREA WOULD BE GOOD. NO SMOKING NEAR BEACH. *MORE PARKING NEEDED.
I LOVE THE NEW BEACH. CONTINUE TO LOOK AT GROWN THE RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES AT THE LAKE.
I LOVE THE NEW MUSIC VENUE AND IMPROVEMENTS TO THE PARK. ONE SUGGESTION ALONG THE RECREATION LINES
WOULD BE TO PARTNER WITH GOLF COURSES IN AREA TO OFFER A LOCALS DISCOUNT DURING THE SPRING AND FALL
SEASONS.
I LOVE THE NEW STAGE I AM SO GLAD WE SPENT THE MONEY TO BUILD IT! LET’S KEEP UP THE WEEKLY MUSIC NEXT
SUMMER.
I LOVE THE REC CENTER AND WOULD SUPPORT ITS EXPANSION. I THINK WE NEED A LOT MORE ACTIVITIES IN THE PARK
TO JUSTIFY THE RIDICULOUS COST OF THAT STAGE. IT'S BUILT, SO LET’S GET SOME MORE USE OUT OF IT.
I NEVER BEEN INSIDE THE RECREATION CENTER, BUT I'M HAPPY WITH THE ABUNDANCE OF ACTIVITIES THAT ARE
AVAILABLE AROUND NOTTINGHAM PARK.
I REALLY LIKE IMPROVEMENTS TO LAKE. WOULD PREFER SPEND MONEY ON UPGRADING PARK INSTEAD OF SPECIAL
EVENTS.
I TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THE REC CENTER, LIBRARY, LOCAL EVENTS IN NOTTINGHAM PARK; ALL VERY NICE AS IS.
I THINK THE CONCERT SERIES WAS GREAT! I WOULD LOVE TO SEE MORE OF THE WEDNESDAY CONCERTS, ESPECIALLY
WITH ALL OF THE ACTIVITIES FOR CHILDREN. THE BEACH AND ALLOWING SWIMMING IN THE LAKE IS ALSO A GREAT
IDEA.
I THINK THE IMPROVEMENTS ARE WONDERFUL AND IT'S GREAT TO SEE SO MANY FAMILIES AND PEOPLE OF ALL TYPES
ENJOYING IT.
I THINK THE PARK COULD USE SOME WORK. MORE SPECIAL EVENTS; I WOULD LOVE TO SEE ICE SKATING ON THE LAKE
AGAIN. INSTEAD OF TRYING TO COPY OTHER TOWNS AND GET WHAT THEY HAVE (FIELD HOUSE, ETC) USE WHAT
YOU HAVE THAT IS UNIQUE TO AVON.
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I THINK YOU SHOULD PUT BETTER SIGNAGE FOR THE DOG LAWS! ESPECIALLY BY BEACH AND PARKS.
I WISH THE RECREATION CENTER HAD AN OUTDOOR POOL. I AM A MEMBER AT THE WESTIN FOR THEIR POOL. THE
PARK IS AMAZING.
I WOULD ENCOURAGE CONTINUED EVENTS.
I WOULD HAVE A TRAINER ON DUTY AT THE REC CENTER. I WOULD ESTIMATE THAT MOST KIDS AND 75% OF ADULTS
LIFT WEIGHTS WRONG. ALSO, HAVING A PROFESSIONAL ON-DUTY, ESPECIALLY DURING PEAK HOURS, WILL STOP
THE SLAMMING AND DESTRUCTION OF THE WEIGHTS. THE MEAT HEADS TEND TO RULE AROUND 4-7 PM, IT SUCKS.
I WOULD LIKE TO SEE MORE VARIED CLASSES AT THE REC CENTER, WITH LADIES KICK BOXING OR BODY COMBAT
CLINICS BROUGHT IN.
I WOULD LIKE TO SEE THE ICE ON NOTTINGHAM LAKE CLEARED IN THE WINTER FOR SKATING, AND HOCKEY. I WOULD
ALSO LIKE SOME LIGHTING FOR SKATING AT NIGHT, SINCE IT GETS DARK PRETTY EARLY IN THE WINTER.
I'D LOVE TO SEE MORE CONCERTS AT THE NEW STAGE.
IMPROVE ADULT WORKOUT CLASSES AT THE REC CENTER. MORE OFFERINGS ARE NEEDED. CARDIO, STRENGTH,
BALANCE. THE SCHEDULED OFFERING WAS VERY GOOD IN APRIL, MAY, AND JUNE. DETERIORATED IN JULY,
AUGUST OF 2015.
IMPROVEMENT AT PARK HAVE BEEN GREAT. BATHROOMS NEEDED AT BEACH. MORE SHADE AT PLAYGROUND -
ESPECIALLY FOR BABY SWINGS. MORE TABLES. BUS TO WILDRIDGE WOULD BE NICE.
IN A FEW YEARS, WE'LL BE RETIRED AND HOPE TO SPEND MORE TIME USING THESE FACILITIES. NOW, THE TOWN
MEETS OUR NEEDS WONDERFULLY. WE LOVE AVON! LOVE THE NEW SCULPTURES IN TOWN AND THE ALL-AROUND
SPRUCING UP. I WANT THE TOWN TO REMAIN AS CLASSY AND CHARMING AS POSSIBLE.
INCREASE THE NUMBER OF EVENTS THAT CATER TO A BROADER AGE GROUP THAN JUST THE 20-30 SOMETHINGS.
INSTALL PICKLE BALL COURTS.
INTERESTED IN SEEING HOW THE OFF-LEASH DOG PARK WILL GO, HOPEFULLY IT WILL HELP DECREASE THE OFF-
LEASHING WHILE WALKING ANYWHERE ELSE. WE WOULD LOVE TO SEE AN OUTDOOR POOL FOR AVON RESIDENTS.
WOULD HAVE LIKED TO SEE THAT HAPPEN BEFORE THE HUGE EXPENSIVE PERFORMING STAGE AT THE PARK. WE
WOULD LIKE TO SEE MORE AFFORDABLE PRICES FOR TOWN OF AVON RESIDENTS AT THE RECREATION CENTER.
IT HAS ONLY GOTTEN BETTER OVER THE YEARS! PERHAPS, MAKING THE REC CENTER FREE FOR RESIDENTS WOULD BE
A NICE THING.
IT IS ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL AND A WONDERFUL PLACE.
IT IS HARDLY A 'LAKE'. IT IS A STEP ABOVE A RETENTION POND. THE REC CENTER IS AWESOME AND AFFORDABLE.
IT LOOKS A LOT BETTER. THE STAGE IS GREAT, BUT THE COST WAS RIDICULOUS.
IT SEEMS LIKE THE RECREATION CENTER COULD USE AN ADDITION, AT TIMES IT'S CROWDED.
IT WAS UNFORTUNATE THAT THE TOWN DECIDED TO SUBCONTRACT OUT THE SERVICES AT THE LAKE.
IT WOULD BE INTERESTING TO BUILD AN AMPHITHEATER ON NOTTINGHAM TO OFFER FREE CONCERTS IN THE
SUMMER.
IT WOULD BE NICE IF THERE WERE A SLIDING SCALE FEE FOR THE REC CENTER FOR LOW INCOME FAMILIES.
IT WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE MORE CLASS TIMES AND INCLUDED IN MEMBERSHIP. IMPROVE LOCKER ROOMS'
CLEANLINESS. MORE CONCERTS GEARED TO 45+ AGES.
IT WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE MORE SWIMMING LANES. BUILD AN ICE RINK.
IT WOULD BE NICE TO SEE THE TOWN INSTALL PERMANENT BATHROOMS IN THE AREA OF THE VOLLEYBALL COURTS
AND BEACH. EVEN THOUGH THERE ARE PORTA POTTIES IN THE NORTH PARKING LOT, PEOPLE STILL RELIEVE
THEMSELVES IN THE TREES AND IN THE LAKE.
IT'S GOOD
IT'S PRETTY NICE, BUT THEY SPEND TOO MUCH TAX MONEY TO KEEP IT NICE FOR OUTSIDERS.
IT'S WELL MAINTAINED.
I'VE LOVED SEEING THE PARK SO BUSY THIS SUMMER. THE BEACH IS GREAT. I'D JUST LIKE TO SEE THE AREA CARED
FOR AND MAINTAINED. ALSO, I'D LIKE TO SEE MORE AND IMPROVED BATHROOM FACILITIES IN THE PARK.
JOHN HAS BEEN WONDERFUL TO WORK WITH OVER THE YEARS AND WE LOVE HAVING VAIL SWIM SCHOOL AT THE
REC CENTER.
JULY 4TH IS TERRIFIC FOR EVERYONE. AFTER AND DURING THE WORLD CUP EVENTS WERE VERY GOOD. OUTDOOR
FACILITIES FOR REC CENTER DURING THE SUMMER.
JUST MORE IN GENERAL. BEYOND EXCITED THAT THERE IS A BEACH AT THE LAKE AND CAN FINALLY SWIM IN THE LAKE!
BEST IMPROVEMENT EVER!! ALSO NEED MORE OPPORTUNITIES FOR ENGLISH SPEAKERS TO LEARN SPANISH.
KEEP 'EM COMING
KEEP FIREWORKS SHOW
KEEP IMPROVING THE FACILITIES. ALSO KEEP THE REC CENTER CLEAN!
KEEP IMPROVING. COME A LONG WAY. WATER IS NICE/CLEAR TO SWIM. IS A HUGE ATTRACTION PIECE, ALWAYS HAS
PEOPLE ON IT. EVERYONE WE KNOW REALLY LIKES THE BEACH.
KEEP IT GOING! IT'S INCREDIBLE!
KEEP IT UP! LOVE THE (SUMMER) EVENTS IN THE PARK.
KEEP LAKE STOCKED WITH FISH!
KEEP ON DOING THE FREE CONCERTS ON THE LAKE. WE LOVE IT! ALSO MORE SHOWS - THEY DON'T HAVE TO BE
FREE.
KEEP ON KEEPIN' ON. LOVE THE NEW STAGE.
KEEP RECREATION CENTER ACTIVITIES VERY REASONABLY PRICED. MAINTAIN NOTTINGHAM PARK AND LAKE AS
CENTER OF ACTIVITIES. IT'S GREAT!
KEEP THE PARK A SPECIAL OUTDOORS - SERENE - AREA.
KEEP UP THE POSITIVE CHANGE TOWARD MUSIC. BUILD AN OUTDOOR SKATING RINK. THE LAKE IS SOMETIMES NOT
SAFE ENOUGH TO SKATE ON.
KEEP UPDATING AND IMPROVING.
KEEP UPGRADING FACILITIES.
LACK OF COMMUNICATION AND ORGANIZATION IN DRAINING THE LAKE MULTIPLE TIMES. WITH BETTER PLANNING,
THE LAKE WOULDN'T HAVE BEEN 'OUT OF SERVICE' FOR SO LONG.
LAKE AND PARK: DOGS 'MUST' BE ON LEASH. MORE POLICE WALK-THRU. MORE TRASH CANS. THE PARKING IS OUT
OF CONTROL WITH THE NEW BEACH. PEOPLE ARE PARKING IN MY PRIVATE LOT. THEY ARE PARKING ALONG BEAVER
CREEK BLVD., TO THE POINT OF BLOCKING ACCESS TO MY PRIVATE LOT.
LAKE, BEACH, STAGE ARE AWESOME!
LESSENING OF ALCOHOL RULES FOR EVENTS.
LIKE BANDS THAT GET ALL AGE GROUPS INVOLVED - KIDS ON STAGE, COUPLE DANCING, LINE DANCING. RECREATION
CENTER - NEED LONGER HOURS AND CHILD CARE. VERY NICE STAGE AREA!
LIKE NEW IMPROVEMENTS. ABLE TO SWIM IN LAKE
LIKE REASONABLE PRICING ON BOAT, ETC... RENTALS. LOOKING FORWARD TO EXPANDED PERFORMING ARTS AT NEW
AMPHITHEATER.
LIKE THE ACTIVITIES AT THE PARK. REC CENTER IS VERY GOOD, NICE PEOPLE.
LIKE THE EVENTS - JUST DON'T DO TOO MANY
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LIKE THE NEW BEACH - MAYBE CONSIDER EXPANDING IT? REC CENTER COULD HAVE MORE OFFERINGS FOR
TODDLER-AGED CHILDREN LIKE THE GYMNASTICS WECMRD HAS FOR THAT AGE GROUP.
LIKE THE PARK IMPROVEMENTS. FEEL THE REC CENTER IS NOT HEAVILY USED SINCE THERE ARE NOW OTHER OPTIONS
(WMRED AND WESTIN)
LOCKER ROOMS ARE AWFUL IN REC CENTER
LOOK FORWARD TO MORE PROGRAMMING AT THE STAGE. THE REC CENTER COULD USE AN UPDATE.
LOOKS A LOT BETTER THAN PAST
LOVE HOW THE REC CENTER STAFF IS SO FRIENDLY AND THE CENTER IS USUALLY CLEAN AND WELL MANAGED.
LOVE NEW BEACH
LOVE THE ABILITY TO SWIM AT THE LAKE, PADDLE BOARD, ETC... HOPE ICE SKATING AND ICE HOCKEY RETURN. LOVE
CONCERTS AT NOTTINGHAM PARK, MOVIES IN THE PARK AND OTHER EVENTS. YOGA.
LOVE THE BEACH AND SWIMMING IN THE LAKE. HAVE MORE TRASH CANS WITH SIGNS ASKING PEOPLE TO THROW
OUT THEIR TRASH. ALSO PROVIDE ASHTRAY CANS AS THERE ARE OFTEN CIGARETTE BUTTS ON THE BEACH.
LOVE THE FREE CONCERTS ON WEDNESDAY EVENING. UPDATE RECREATION CENTER. MORE PARKING. LOVE THE
NEW LANDSCAPE AT ROUNDABOUTS.
LOVE THE INCREASED ACTIVITIES.
LOVE THE NEW ADDITIONS THERE--LOOKS GREAT. MAYBE ADD A FEW MORE GRILLS, HORSESHOE PIT, DOG PARK
OFF-LEASH.
LOVE THE NEW AMPHITHEATER
LOVE THE NEW STAGE WITH FREE CONCERTS
LOVE THE NEW STAGE!
LOVE THE SENIOR RATES AT REC CENTER, IT'S GOOD THAT SWIMMING IS NOW ALLOWED AT LAKE AND GREAT THAT
SUPS ARE AVAILABLE TO RENT. MY DOG LOVES THE GRASS!!
LOWER ENTRY FEES TO PROPERTY TAX PAYERS (IN TOA)
LOWER PRICE FOR RESIDENTS 25-30% LOWER.
MAINTAIN THE SMALL TOWN CHARACTER OF NOTTINGHAM PARK, ESPECIALLY THE IMMEDIATELY SURROUNDING
AREA. THE STAGE CHANGED THAT QUITE A BIT BUT AS LONG AS THAT IS ALL THAT CHANGES THEN THERE
SHOULDN'T BE MUCH OF AN ISSUE. IF THE TOWN OF AVON GOVERNMENT MOVES TO A DIFFERENT BUILDING,
CONSIDER ENLARGING NOTTINGHAM PARK FOR A GROWING AVON NOW AND IN THE FUTURE AND PROVIDING
MORE PARKING. I GREW UP IN AN AREA WITHOUT A RECREATION CENTER, SO I SATISFIED WITH THE RECREATION
CENTER. PERHAPS A SLIGHTLY LARGER POOL FOR SWIMMING LAPS AND A LARGER WEIGHT ROOM, BUT THOSE
IMPROVEMENTS WON'T BE NEEDED UNTIL AVON GROWS IN THE YEARS TO COME.
MAKE IT BIGGER. MORE FREE ACTIVITIES.
MAKE REC AVAILABLE TO PART-TIME RESIDENTS. MORE TEEN PROGRAMS
MAKE REC CENTER FREE FOR ANY RESIDENT/HOUSEHOLD TAXPAYER WHO LIVES IN AVON. PRESENT COST IS AN
INSULT TO ALL AVON TAXPAYERS
MAKE REC CENTER MORE AFFORDABLE FOR RESIDENTS.
MAKE SURE THAT MINORITIES ARE ENCOURAGED IN SPORTS, A FREE SKI SEASON WITH LESSONS - EQUIPMENT. BUILD
THE SKI TEAM!
MAKE SURE THAT YOUNG ATHLETES ARE SUPPORTED AND ENCOURAGED IN SPORTS. FREE SKI EQUIPMENT AND
TRAINING - BUILD OUR SKI TEAMS AND SPORTS TEAMS.
MAKE THE RECREATIONAL PATH SAFER FOR MULTI-USE - WALKING- BIKING - DOGS
MAYBE ONE MORE SAND VOLLEYBALL COURT.
MORE ACTIVITIES AT NOTTINGHAM PARK. MORE CONCERTS.
MORE ACTIVITIES FOR OLDER FOLKS - PICKLE BALL, MUSIC.
MORE ACTIVITIES WILL ATTRACT MORE QUESTS
MORE AFFORDABLE
MORE AFFORDABLE FOR PEOPLE WHO GO ON A REGULAR BASIS.
MORE COMMUNICATION ABOUT WHAT IS GOING ON AT THOSE PLACES. A BETTER FACEBOOK PAGE?
MORE CONCERTS (N=8)
MORE EVENTS IN THE PARK
MORE FREE EVENTS. LOWER PRICE ON BOATS/SUPS - MAYBE HAVE A 'DISCOUNT' OR 'HALF PRICE' DAY. MORE
CLASSES AT THE REC CENTER - ADD MORE PILATES EQUIPMENT FOR A CLASS. INSTEAD OF A SINGLE DESIGNATED
OFF -LEASH ARE FOR DOGS - (15 DOGS THERE THIS MORNING) - PERHAPS HAVE A 2 HOUR WINDOW IN MORNING
AND AFTER WORK FOR THROUGHOUT THE PARK SO WORKING PEOPLE CAN EXERCISE THEIR DOGS. HARD TO
EXERCISE THEM WHEN YOU'RE HOLDING A LEASH.CONCERT/EVENT PERIMETER SHOULD BE ON THE SOCCER FIELD
LEAVING THE SIDELINES AND HILLS FOR PEOPLE WHO WANT TO PICNIC, COCKTAIL AND HAVE THEIR KIDS AND DOGS
TO BE FREE TO ENJOY THE MUSIC.
MORE FREE SHOWS. BETTER ENTERTAINERS.
MORE HIGH QUALITY PERFORMERS AT PAVILION.
MORE KID EVENTS
MORE LAKE ACTIVITIES IN WINTER.
MORE MUSIC (N=3)
MORE MUSIC FESTIVALS AND OTHER FESTIVALS SUCH AS WINE OR FRUIT FESTIVALS IN THE PARK.
MORE OF THE SAME.
MORE PARKING. MAKE THE SKIER BUILDING A PARKING STRUCTURE.
MORE TEENAGE ACTIVITIES
MORE USE OF PAVILION. IT WAS SUPER EXPENSIVE IT NEEDS TO BE USED YEAR ROUND.
MORE WEEKEND CONCERTS/MUSIC FESTIVALS. ESPECIALLY DURING THE SUMMER AT THE LAKE.
MOST OF THE NEW ACTIVITIES CENTERED AROUND THE UNBELIEVABLY EXPENSIVE STATE HAD TO TO WITH LIQUOR.
IS THAT REALLY WHO WE WANT TO ATTRACT? LOUD MUSIC IS FOR ONLY A CERTAIN AGE GROUP--THESE ARE THE
PEOPLE WHO LEAVE THE TRASH AND NEEDLES AND GET INTO TROUBLE. WHY NOT HAVE SOMETHING MORE
CULTURALLY SIGNIFICANT THAN LOUD BANDS AND DJS?
MUY BUENO (N=2) (VERY GOOD)
NEED A BIGGER POOL/LANES. MANY DAYS I GET OFF WORK AND CANNOT SWIM BECAUSE OF SWIM TEAM AND/OR
LESSONS.
NEED EXPANSION FOR REC CENTER - INDOOR WALKING/RUNNING TRACK. VERY GOOD SECURITY OF EVENTS! PLEASE
DO NOT ALLOW A REDUCTION OF THIS!
NEED GROUPS FOR 3RD OF JULY, BETTER KNOWN GROUPS AT OTHER EVENTS MUSIC WISE, DOG PARK NEEDED,
BETTER ADVERTISING FOR FACILITIES IN TOWN.
NEED TO BRING BACK ICE SKATING ON THE LAKE.
NEED TO CHANGE THE POOL FROM CHLORINE TO SALINE AND THE TOWN REALLY NEEDS A DOG PARK.
NEED TO CLEAN THE POOL AND REC CENTER BETTER.
NEED TO USE THAT VERY EXPENSIVE STAGE THAT WAS BUILT FOR MORE SHOWS.
NEEDS BROADER PARTICIPATION FROM ALL RESIDENTS OF OUR TOWN.
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NEEDS TO BE MORE CLOSELY WATCHED. WE NEED TO WATCH THE YOUNGER PEOPLE AND ALSO JUST ANYONE IN THE
AREA THAT IS NOT RECOGNIZED.
NEVER HAVE ANOTHER SNOWBALL EVENT.
NEW LOCKER ROOMS, SALINE POOL, BETTER KID EQUIPMENT IN POOLS.
NEW PLAYGROUND, UPGRADE REC CENTER
NEW VENUE STAGE WAY OVER BUILT AND A POOR FINANCIAL DECISION.
NICE IMPROVEMENTS. CHANGE FROM SAND TO WOODCHIPS OR OTHER AT PARK DUE TO SAFETY AND CLEANLINESS.
NICE JOB WITH THE STAGE!
NICE WORK ADDING ACTIVITIES AT THE LAKE. NEED MORE RESTROOMS AVAILABLE, INCLUDING AFTER 5 PM. AFTER
5PM NOTHING IS AVAILABLE EXCEPT WALKING TO THE REC CENTER - THAT'S NOT ACCEPTABLE. FACILITY UPGRADES
THERE (OTHER THAN RESTROOMS) HAVE BEEN WELL RECEIVED.
NO MORE FRISBEE GOLF, TOO MANY IDIOTS TRYING TO THROW OVER FAMILIES HEADS. A LOT OF DISRESPECTFUL 20
-30 YEAR OLDS PARTYING NON-STOP AT BEACH. NO OFF LEASH DOG AREA. ALREADY TOO MANY DOGS OFF LEASH.
START ENFORCING OFF LEASH LAWS.
NO ONE SEEMS TO KNOW WHERE TO PARK FOR THESE EVENTS.
NO, I LIKE EVERYTHING THAT IS HAPPENING.
NO, IMPROVEMENTS ARE GREAT!
NO, NOT REALLY...IT'S ALL GOOD. I WOULD LIKE TO SEE A 'BRAVO! VAIL' OF SORTS COME TO AVON DURING THE
SUMMER IN NOTTINGHAM PARK.
NO, NOW THAT EVERYTHING IS BUILT, LEAVE IT - LET IT PAY FOR ITSELF.
NO. I GO TO AVON IN THE WINTER TO SKI, AND AM SATISFIED WITH THOSE WINTER ACTIVITIES.
NOISE AND THE COMPLETE DISREGARD FOR PROPERTY DURING THE SPECIAL EVENTS, GARBAGE, ETC...
NONE/NO COMMENTS (N=13)
NOPE. BUT POST OFFICE IS THE BEST PLACE EVER, AND ONLY BECAUSE OF PAULINE!
NOT BE SO EXPENSIVE. KID ACTIVITIES ARE TOO EXPENSIVE - CATERING TO RICH PEOPLE
NOT ENOUGH WATER IN THE LAKE SOMETIMES
NOT EXCITED ABOUT THE LOUD, CONGESTION CAUSING EVENTS AT THE LAKE AND PARK. PERHAPS SOME BUSINESSES
BENEFIT, BUT THE QUALITY OF LIFE IN TOWN SUFFERS.
NOTTINGHAM LAKE NEEDS TO BE MORE DOG FRIENDLY. I LOVE THE NEW AMPHITHEATER.
NOTTINGHAM PARK - URGENT NEED MORE FUNCTIONAL RESTROOMS IN THE OTHER SIDE OF THE LAKE. WHAT WE
HAVE RIGHT NOW - THEY ARE CLOSED OR IN BAD CONDITIONS OR NOT EVEN WORKING.
NOTTINGHAM PARK HAS RECEIVED A HUGE INFLUX OF ACTIVITIES. IT WOULD BE NICE TO IDENTIFY AREAS THAT CAN
BE USED FOR PASSIVE ENJOYMENT. NOT EVERY INCH OF NOTTINGHAM PARK NEEDS TO HAVE A BALL FIELD, DISC
GOLF COURSE, SWIMMING, GRILLING, ETC. EXTREMELY LIMITED TO NO SPACE IS PROVIDED TO ENJOY SOME PEACE
AND QUIET. THE REC CENTER IS AN OPTION, BUT IS SERIOUSLY FALLING BEHIND OTHER FACILITIES IN THE COUNTY.
IF I WERE GOING TO SPEND MONEY TO JOIN A GYM OR REC CENTER, THE AVON REC CENTER WOULD BE QUITE LOW
ON MY LIST. THE LAKE HAS SEEN A HUGE INFLUX OF USES AND THEY ARE GREAT TO SEE. AGAIN, IT WOULD BE NICE
TO HAVE TIMES WHEN PASSIVE ENJOYMENT OF THE LAKE IS ENCOURAGED.
NOTTINGHAM PARK IMPROVEMENTS OVER THE LAST YEAR ARE AWESOME! JUST NEED TO HOLD MORE EVENTS. THE
REC CENTER SHOULD HAVE AN OUTDOOR AREA FOR MEMBERS.
NOTTINGHAM PARK IS A NICE CENTER PIECE FOR THE TOWN.
NOTTINGHAM PARK IS VERY NICE WITH THE NEW IMPROVEMENTS THE REC CENTER NEEDS MORE HELP. THE LIBRARY
IS GREAT!
NOTTINGHAM PARK NEEDS TO BE SO MUCH MORE DOG FRIENDLY WITH OFF-LEASH AREAS.
NOW THAT WE HAVE A SHELL IN THE PARK, MORE MUSIC EVENTS, NOT AS HIGH AS THE AMPHITHEATER, BUT NICE.
ON THE DAY ANY SPECIAL EVENT OR FESTIVAL IS BEING HELD, WE CAN'T WALK AROUND THE LAKE EARLIER IN THE DAY
UNLESS YOU BUY A TICKET FOR AN EVENT YOU ARE NOT ATTENDING. DOGS ARE RUNNING AROUND AND CAUSING
ISSUES FOR BIKERS.
OUR KIDS ARE GROWN SO WE DON'T USE THESE FACILITIES ANY LONGER. HOWEVER, WITH HOPEFULLY UPGRADE
LODGING IN TOWN, BRINING HIGHER QUALITY TOURISM TO AVON, A NICE FULL SERVICE REC CENTER IS PROBABLY A
GOOD IDEA.
OUTDOOR OBSTACLE COURSE, ROPES COURSE.
OUTSTANDING!
PADDLEBOARD RACING.
PARK IS FREQUENTLY LITTERED, I DO NOT LIKE TAKING MY KIDS THERE - I CHOOSE TO TAKE THEM TO EDWARDS OR
ONE OF OUR PARKS IN WILDRIDGE INSTEAD. THE BEACH AT THE LAKE WAS A GREAT ADDITION! IF THE REC CENTER
HAD LOWER DISCOUNTS (SAY FOR LOCAL YEAR ROUND RESIDENTS) I WOULD BE MORE INCLINED TO WORK OUT
THERE AND TAKE MY KIDS TO THE POOL. BUT THE RECENT IMPROVEMENTS ARE WONDERFUL.
PARK SEEMS TO BE SUCCESSFUL PROGRAMMING FOR YOUNGER GENERATIONS. STILL TOO EARLY TO MEASURE
SUCCESS OF BAND CONCERTS ON NEW STAGE.
PEDAL BOAT RENTAL WILL BE NICE ADDITION.
PLEASE ADD AN OFF-LEASH DOG PARK. RESIDENTS AND VISITORS WOULD LOVE THIS.
PLEASE BRING BACK ICE SKATING.
PLEASE BUILD A CLIMBING WALL IN THE REC CENTER! MAYBE A 9 HOLE DISC GOLF COURSE AROUND PARK.
PLEASE CONTINUE TO ALLOW DOGS/PETS ON THE PROPERTY. WE LOVE THE FACT THAT THE TOWN IS DOG FRIENDLY,
IT HELPS KEEP THE CULTURE FRIENDLY (UNLIKE OTHER MOUNTAIN TOWNS, SUCH AS BRECK WHICH IS SNOBBY).
PLEASE REMOVE THE FRISBEE GOLF COURSE, OR RELOCATE IT. NO OFF LEASH AREA FOR DOGS. OWNERS ARE NOT
RESPONSIBLE ENOUGH FOR THIS. FOOD VENDORS AT LAKE.
PORQUE NO DEJAN LOS BANOS DEL PARQ' ABIERTOS HASTA MAS TARDE, LOS CIERRAN ALAS 5PM. (WHY DON’T THEY
LEAVE THE PARK BATHROOMS OPEN LATER THAN 5 PM?)
POSSIBLE MORE ACTIVITIES FOR ADULTS (SEE ABOVE)
PRICES HIGH TO RENT BOATS, ETC...
PUT IN WHAT THE PEOPLE WANT.
PUT THE STAGE ON THE OTHER SIDE OF THE PARK
QUE ES EXCELENTE Y MAS AHORA QUE TIENE SU PLAYA, Y EL NUEVO ESEUARIO. (IS EXCELLENT AND MORE NOT THAT
YOU HAVE YOUR BEACH AND NEW ESTUARY)
QUE MANTENGUS LOS BANOS AVIERTOS Y MAS MESAS (KEEP THE BATHROOMS OPEN AND MORE TABLES.)
QUE PONGAN MAS ASADORES PARA CARNES Y MESAS POR QUE HOY QUE ESPERARAR QUE ALGUIEN TERMINE PARA
'PODER USAR EL UNICO QUE HAY, Y MAS MESES. (PUT MORE GRILLS AND TABLES OUT TO USE INSTEAD OF WAITING
FOR SOMEONE TO FINISH.)
QUIT STARTING TO MOW AND DRIVE VEHICLES AT NOTTINGHAM BEFORE 7AM!! WE WOULD LIKE TO SLEEP IN A
COUPLE DAYS A WEEK. ALL CONDOS HAVE A QUIET TIME UNTIL 8 AM AT LEAST.
REC CENTER BADLY NEEDS UPSTAIRS BATHROOM (FOR MALE AND FEMALE).
REC CENTER COULD BE MORE AFFORDABLE. DOG FRIENDLY FOR OFF-LEASH DOGS.
REC CENTER COULD USE SOME RE-MODELING.
REC CENTER FEES COULD BE LOWER OR FREE
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REC CENTER IS AWESOME - LOVE THE SWIMMING POOL AREA!
REC CENTER IS VERY EXPENSIVE. ONLY FOR RICH PEOPLE
REC CENTER LOOKS LIKE A DIRTY YMCA. OPEN SWIMMING ALL SUMMER
REC CENTER NEEDS TO BE UPDATED, BETTER LOCKER FACILITIES, LARGER YOGA ROOMS. RUNNING TRACK WOULD BE
GREAT.
REC CENTER NEEDS UPDATED/EXPANDED. NOTTINGHAM PARK UPDATES ARE GREAT - JUST CONCERNED ABOUT THE
END PRICE TAG.
REC CENTER NOT KEPT CLEAN.
REC CENTER SHOULD BE BIGGER WITH INDOOR RUNNING TRACK. GET A LIFE GUARD AND MORE ACTIVITIES ON THE
LAKE.
REC CENTER SHOULD BE PRIVATELY RUN. COMPETING AGAINST OTHER PRIVATE GYMS OR IT SHOULD BE FREE - QUIT
SUBSIDIZING.
REC. CENTER IS GREAT. OVER PAID FOR THE STAGE.
RECREATION CENTER HAS BECOME A BIT 'TIRED'
RECREATION CENTER IS DIRTY.
RECREATION CENTER IS FILTHY. ANYONE WHO WANTS DIRTY WINDOWS AND A LOW QUALITY OF CLEANLINESS.
RECREATION CENTER SHOULD BE MORE CLEAN (BATHROOM).
RELOCATE BOAT RENTAL AWAY FROM PERFORMANCE AREA.
RELOCATE THE FRISBEE GOLF COURSE AT NOTTINGHAM PARK. I LIKE FRISBEE GOLF BUT THINK IT WINDS THROUGH
PICNIC AREAS AND IS NOT ONLY A NUISANCE BUT DANGEROUS. I LIKE THE IDEA OF THE TEMP DOG PARK AND HOPE
IT GROWS INTO A PERMANENT ADDITION TO THE PARK. UPGRADING THE POND HOCKEY. A SUMMER SAND VOLLEY
BALL LEAGUE WOULD BE GREAT ALSO.
RESIDENT FEES FOR SINGLE USE/DAY PASS SEEM EXPENSIVE IN COMPARISON TO OTHER PUBLIC REC FACILITIES IN THE
STATE. (TO REC CENTER)
RESTROOM FACILITY NEAR BEACH, NEW PLAYGROUND, DESIGNATED OFF-LEASH DOG PARK
ROCK CLIMBING GYM WOULD BE A GREAT ADDITION.
SEASONAL ICE RINK - POND HOCKEY TOURNEY. BIG NAME CONCERT FOR OLD GUYS.
SEE ABOVE
SEE ABOVE. ALSO IN REC CENTER TOO MANY MALE CHILDREN OVER 5 IN WOMEN'S ROOM. AND BE MORE STRICT
WITH CHILDREN/INFANTS IN LAZY RIVER WITH DIAPERS NOT USING PROPER SWIMMING DIAPERS. PUT UP SIGNAGE
IN SPANISH.
SEE EARLIER COMMENTS. MAKE SURE THE EVENTS ARE WHOLESOME AND FAMILY ORIENTED, OR AT LEAST NOT
ENCOURAGING ATTENDANCE BY PEOPLE WHO ARE KNOWN TO CAUSE PROBLEMS IN LAW ENFORCEMENT, DAMAGE,
AND DISRESPECT.
SEE QUESTION 20.
SELDOM USE IT - LOOKS LIKE OTHER ENJOY.
SOME MORE ENFORCEMENT OFF-LEASH LAWS AND OPEN CONTAINER LAWS. FARMER'S MARKETS NEAR THE NEW
STAGE, NOT IN THE LOADED JOE'S PARKING LOT. THE NEW LAKE ACTIVITIES AND AREA ARE FANTASTIC!
SOMEHOW THE LAWN AND STAGE NEED TO BECOME MORE INTIMATE. HARD TO DO AND KEEP THE LAWN FLAT.
START MANAGING THE TOWN. STOP SO MUCH EMPHASIS ON TOA 'EVENTS'
STOP APPEALING TO YOUNG DRUG CROWD!!
SUGGEST MORE AFFORDABLE ACTIVITIES INVOLVING SENIOR CITIZENS.
SUMMER BUS SERVICE TO BEAVER CREEK AT NIGHT.
THE 3 CONCERTS WITH FOOD TRUCKS AT THE NEW STAGE WERE GREAT! SKATING ON NOTTINGHAM LAKE IS
MISSED!.
THE ACTIVITIES ARE FREQUENT BUT COULD BE MORE VIBRANT, LIKE THE TASTE OF AVON. I THOUGHT THE PAVILION
AT THE LAKE COULD HAVE BEEN VERY BEAUTIFUL, BUT IT ACTUALLY FEELS VERY COLD AND URBAN AND NOT WARM
OR NATURAL TO MIRROR THE LAKE.
THE ADDITION OF ON WATER ACTIVITIES; SUP, KAYAKING, ETC. HAS BEEN GREAT.
THE ADDITIONAL ACTIVITIES HAVE MADE A GREAT IMPROVEMENT, PADDLEBOARD, YOGA, PADDLEBOATS,
ETC...MORE MUSIC CONCERTS.
THE ADMISSION FEES ARE TOO HIGH.
THE AMPHITHEATER WAS A MISTAKE.
THE AVON REC CENTER IS THE WORST EXPERIENCE, POORLY MANAGED, OUT-OF-DATE FACILITY. CHANGE STAFF
AND MANAGEMENT - UPDATE THE FACILITY.
THE BEST PART OF AVON! CONTINUAL IMPROVEMENTS WILL MAKE THIS EVEN MORE THE HEART OF THE
COMMUNITY.
THE CHANGES TO NOTTINGHAM LAKE IN THE PAST FEW YEARS HAVE MADE IT MUCH MORE ATTRACTIVE AND USABLE.
IT'S GREAT TO SEE IT USED BY SO MANY DIFFERENT PEOPLE. I HAVE NOT USED THE RECREATION CENTER IN THE
PAST FEW YEARS, SO I CAN'T COMMENT ON THAT.
THE DEVELOPMENT OF LAKE STREET WAS POOR; THE AREA IS NOTHING BUT A SERIES OF INTERCONNECTING PARKING
LOTS.
THE EVENTS SEEM INTERESTING AND WELL-PREPARED. THEY ARE NOT, HOWEVER, AS WELL-ADVERTISED AND
BROADCAST AS THEY MIGHT BE.
THE FARMER'S MARKET SHOULD BE IN NOTTINGHAM PARK ON FRIDAY, SATURDAY IS SATURATED WITH MARKETS IN
THE AREA. LET HOFFMAN SPONSOR IT AND CALL IT HOFFMAN COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE FARMER'S MARKET AT
NOTTINGHAM PARK. BUILD A GIANT BRONZE STATUE OF HOFFMAN WITH HIS LITTLE SIDEKICK JON WHITE.
THE HOLES THAT VOLES CREATE ARE A PROBLEM. A PORTA POTTY IS NEEDED NEAR PARKING LOT AT NOTTINGHAM
PARK.
THE IMPROVEMENTS MADE OVER THE PAST 10 YEARS HAVE HAD A MARKED IMPACT ON QUALITY OF LIFE AROUND
THE LAKE.
THE IMPROVEMENTS TO NOTTINGHAM (DOCK-STAGE AREA) AND PADDLE BOARD RENTALS ARE GREAT! I
ENCOURAGE ANOTHER SET OF RESTROOMS AT WEST END OF PARK.
THE LAST YEARS UPGRADES AT THE REC CENTER AND THE PARK HAVE BEEN GREAT. I DO NOT THINK ADDITIONAL
FEATURES NEED TO BE BUILT, ONLY USE OF THE CURRENT FACILITIES COULD BE INCREASED WITH MORE EVENTS.
GREAT JOB!
THE MOST RECENT IMPROVEMENTS TO THE REC CENTER , AS WELL AS THE STAGE AT THE LAKE ARE GREAT ADDITIONS.
THE NEW AMPHITHEATER IS EXCELLENT.
THE NEW NOTTINGHAM PARK IS INCREDIBLE. PARKING HAS BECOME A PROBLEM ON WEEKENDS FOR WATER/BEACH
ENTHUSIASTS (NORTHERN PARKING LOT) HOPEFULLY PARKING ON THE SHOULDER WILL BE ACCEPTED. REC CENTER
IS NICE, BUT THE DOWN VOTE FOR FUNDS TO IMPROVE EXISTING AND BUILD AN ICE RINK WAS DISAPPOINTING.
THE NEW PERFORMANCE STAGE IS A GREAT ADDITION. HOPE TO SEE IT USED MORE IN THE FUTURE WITH SOME PAID
PERFORMANCES AS WELL.
THE NEW STAGE AT NOTTINGHAM IS AWESOME! KEEP THE GOOD MUSIC COMING!
THE NEW STAGE IS GREAT.
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THE NEW STAGE NEEDS TO BE REGULATED. THE OTHER NIGHT THERE WERE A BUNCH OF KIDS RIDING THEIR BMX
BIKES ALL OVER IT. OTHERS CAN'T USE IT IN THAT CASE.
THE ONLY EVENT I WAS DISPLEASED WITH WAS SNOWBALL. IT MAY JUST BE MY AGE, IT JUST SEEMED OUT OF
CONTROL TO ME.
THE PLAYGROUND AND LOWER FIELD NEED IMPROVEMENT. IT SEEMS LIKE THE SOFTBALL FIELD ISN'T BEING
MAINTAINED THIS SUMMER. WE ARE BECOMING MORE OF A SUMMER DESTINATION BECAUSE OF THE LAKE
ACTIVITIES, BUT WE NEED MORE THAN JUST THAT TO BRING OTHERS IN. A UNIQUE PLAY AREA WOULD BE HELPFUL
POSSIBLY WITH A SMALL HEALTHY CONCESSIONS AREA. MOVIES IN THE PARK SHOULD BE BROUGHT BACK AND WE
SHOULD FOCUS ON IDEAS FOR KEEPING PEOPLE COMING TO THE PARK THROUGH THE WINTER, NOT JUST THE
SUMMER. MAYBE A MONTHLY BONFIRE WITH S'MORES AND MUSIC. I'M THRILLED TO SEE IN YOUR ELEMENT
OFFERING YOGA AND HOPE THEY CONTINUE THAT AFTER THE SUMMER, MAYBE EVEN IN THE CABIN.
THE PLAYGROUND IS OBSOLETE AND DANGEROUS; IT MUST BE REPLACED SUMMER 2016. THERE SHOULD BE
SOCCER GOALS ON THE FIELDS SO PEOPLE CAN PLAY PICK-UP GAMES. THE WATER-ACCESS, BEACH AREA, ETC. IS
REALLY GREAT; THAT TURNED OUT REALLY WELL. I'M STILL UPSET ABOUT HOW MUCH MONEY WAS SPEND ON THE
PAVILION. MY BIGGEST COMMENT: WE MUST BRING BACK SKATING ON NOTTINGHAM LAKE - IT'S AN ABSOLUTE
MUST, JUST LIKE YOUR 7/3 FIREWORKS, IT SHOULD BE AN AVON STANDARD THAT SETS IT APART FROM
EVERYWHERE ELSE IN THE VALLEY.
THE POOL SEEMS TO HAVE EXCESSIVE CHEMICALS IN IT. I REALLY APPRECIATE THE AFTER SCHOOL CARE AND CAMPS
FOR THE KIDS. EXCELLENT JOB. LOVE THE ENHANCEMENTS TO NOTTINGHAM PARK. WOULD LIKE TO SEE AREAS
FOR STRETCHING, PULL-UPS, CRUNCHES, ETC.
THE REC CENTER IS TOO SMALL. IT IS GREAT WHAT THEY HAVE DONE EXPANDING THE CENTER, BUT THE GYM IS TOO
SMALL FOR THE AMOUNT OF PEOPLE USING THE FACILITY. THE SAND AT THE BEACH AT THE LAKE DOESN'T FEEL LIKE
PROPER BEACH SAND OR LOOKS LIKE IT. IT FEELS LIKE SANDPIT SAND. I HAVE NEVER REALLY SEEN ANYONE USING
THE ICE SKATING FACILITIES IN AVON. I THINK FOR THE COST, IT ISN'T WORTHWHILE ESPECIALLY SINCE WE HAVE SO
MANY RINKS IN THE AREA.
THE REC CENTER NEEDS AN UPGRADE. IT SHOULD BE AS NICE AS THE WESTIN. IT'S DIRTY AND RUN DOWN.
THE REC CENTER NEEDS TO EXTEND THEIR HOURS. THEY OPEN TOO LATE AND CLOSE TOO EARLY AND IT IS OFTEN
OVER-CROWDED. THERE ARE NOT ENOUGH PROGRAMS FOR ADULTS, YOU HAVE TO GO TO EAGLE OR VAIL...
THE RECREATION CENTER IS IN NEED OF A MAJOR UPDATE.
THE RECREATION CENTER SEEMS TO HAVE SUFFERED FROM AN INCONSISTENT OFFERING OF EXERCISE CLASSES IN
RECENT YEARS. I STOPPED GOING BECAUSE THE YOGA SCHEDULE WAS CONSTANTLY CHANGING. IT IS ALSO PRETTY
PRICEY FOR A COMMUNITY REC CENTER, EVEN WITH THE LOCALS' DISCOUNT. AND AS A DESIGNER, I HAVE ALWAYS
FELT THAT THE INTERIOR LAYOUT OF THE BUILDING IS POOR, WITH A GREAT DEAL OF UNUSED AND WASTED SPACE.
THIS IS UNFORTUNATE. NOTTINGHAM PARK IS GREAT, AND HAS BEEN IMPROVED GREATLY IN THE LAST FEW YEARS.
I AM NOT VERY FAMILIAR WITH LAKE ACTIVITIES.
THE REVIVAL OF NOTTINGHAM LAKE IS AMAZING. IT IS NOW USABLE. IT IS AN AWESOME ATTRACTION FOR ALL TO
USE, LOCALS AND GUESTS. THE THEATER TURNED OUT GREAT. THE SUMMER CONCERTS ARE A GREAT IDEA. I AM
HOPING THE REC CENTER CAN BE EXPANDED TO PROVIDE EVEN MORE. MAYBE IN THE NEAR FUTURE AVON
RESIDENTS WILL APPROVE THE INCREASE IN TAXES TO HELP PAY FOR THE EXPANSION. BIGGER POOL TO HOLD SWIM
MEETS AND OTHER INDOOR ACTIVITIES TO BE COMPETITIVE WITH OTHER NEARBY BY FACILITIES. I THINK THE
PLAYGROUND NEEDS ATTENTION IN THE NEAR FUTURE. MY KIDS ARE GETTING OLD FOR IT, BUT IT COULD BE
IMPROVED FOR FUTURE GENERATIONS.
THE SCENERY.
THE STAGE IN NOTTINGHAM PARK IS AN APPALLING WASTE OF MONEY. WE NEED A FULL TIME DOG PARK. BEAVER
CREEK BIKE PASS IS VERY DANGEROUS, BIKERS DO FOLLOW THE RULES OF THE ROAD AND THE DOWNHILL PASS IS
THE WORST.
THE STAGE IS NOW COMPLETE IN NOTTINGHAM PARK AND SEEMS LIKE A NICE ADDITION. WHAT ARE THE
PROVISIONS FOR PARKING AT THIS VENUE? THE RODEO GROUNDS AND BE BUSSED OVER?
THE STAGE, WHILE OVER BUDGET, HAS BEEN A GREAT ADDITION AND A WAY TO BRING THE COMMUNITY TOGETHER.
PLEASE CONTINUE TO FLESH OUT YOUR PROGRAMMING AT THIS EXCELLENT VENUE.
THE TOTAL BODY CLASS TAUGHT BY DANITA IS GONE. NO CHILD CARE. LET'S TRY MOVIE IN THE PARK, ON THE BACK
OF THE STAGE MAYBE FOR A TWIST. EVENTS FOR TEENAGERS IN THE PARK. LIKE THE BEACH AND SUP A LOT, NICE
IMPROVEMENT.
THERE ARE TOO MANY ACTIVITIES YEAR ROUND. WE NEVER GET A CHANCE TO ENJOY OUR AREA. IT'S TOO BUSY WITH
TOURISTS WHO DON'T KNOW HOW TO DRIVE THE ROUNDABOUTS.
THERE HAVE BEEN GREAT IMPROVEMENTS TO NOTTINGHAM PARK AND THE LAKE, KEEP IT UP!
THERE NEEDS TO BE DOG CONTROL IN THE PARK. MAKE THEM PICK UP THE WASTE AND LIMIT THE AMOUNT OF DOGS
OWNED BY ONE PERSON. DON'T LET THEM RUN FREE IN THE PARK AND ALL OVER TOWN.
THEY ARE ALL WONDERFUL. I NOTICED THOUGH THAT THERE IS LITTER BY THE BEACH, VOLLEYBALL COURTS. IT IS SO
SAD, BUT NOT SURE WHAT CAN BE DONE TO EDUCATE PEOPLE MORE.
THEY ARE DOING A FANTASTIC JOB. MORE SMALLER EVENTS FOR FAMILIES IS APPRECIATED.
THEY ARE FINE.
THEY ARE REALLY WONDERFUL; INVITING TO BOTH RESIDENTS AND VISITORS.
THEY COULD BE IMPROVED.
THEY NEED BETTER SNOW REMOVAL IN APARTMENT AREAS.
THEY NEED TO BRING BACK THE DAY CARE AT THE REC CENTER
THIS IS A GREAT FACILITY FOR A SMALL TOWN. MANY OF THE CONCERTS SEEM AIMED AT A DEMOGRAPHIC OTHER
THAN ME. DON'T NEED DRUNK AND STONED GUYS GROPING MY WIFE OR PUKING ON MY SHOES, SO WE AVOID
THEM. I DO ATTEND THE SPORTS EVENTS THERE.
THOSE ADULT ACTIVITIES. MORE FREE ACTIVITIES OR LOW-COST ACTIVITIES FOR UNDER PRIVILEGED CHILDREN.
TOA XMAS LIGHTS ARE AWFUL! HAVE BEEN FOR 20 YEARS EXCEPT FOR LAST YEAR FOR WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS.
FLOWERS HAVE ALWAYS BEEN LAME!! TAKE DOWN W.C. STATUE. THEY ARE OVER AND THE STATUE IS SUB-PAR.
TOO MANY RULES AT THE POOL REGARDING KIDS. BOTH SILVERTHORNE AND GYPSUM HAVE A MORE FAMILY
FRIENDLY APPROACH TO THE SLIDE, WHICH IS THE PRIMARY ATTRACTION.
TOWN SHOULD NOT BE IN REC CENTER BUSINESS. VIEW OF LAKE RUINED BY STAGE. TOO MANY EVENTS.
UPGRADE WORKOUT FACILITIES AND KEEP THEM CLEANER.
USED TO USE WHEN CHILDREN LIVED WITH US. WILL USE AGAIN WHEN GRANDCHILDREN COME AROUND.
IMPORTANT FOR YOUNG FAMILIES!
VERY PLEASED WITH THE ADDITION OF BEACH AREA AT LAKE. THE ADDITION HAS BROUGHT MORE PEOPLE TO AVON.
NEED BETTER OR MORE PARKING FOR BEACH.
VERY SATISFIED. KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK!
WAITING FOR FIREWORKS FINALE IS MY FAVORITE THING.
WATCH DRUGS AND ALCOHOL
WE VERY MUCH LIKE BOTH THE REC CENTER AND NOTTINGHAM PARK. WE'D LIKE TO SEE THE NEW STAGE AT
NOTTINGHAM USED FOR SOME GOOD MUSIC!
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TOWN OF AVON, COLORADO – COMMUNITY SURVEY
SEPTEMBER 2015 PAGE 75
COMMENTS/SUGGESTIONS RELATING TO THE RECREATION CENTER, NOTTINGHAM PARK OR LAKE ACTIVITIES
VERBATIM RESPONSES
WE ATTENDED THE 4TH FESTIVITIES THIS YEAR AND WAS VERY DISAPPOINTED IN THE FACT THERE WAS NO CONCERT
IN THE PARK, AND THE PARK WAS CLOSED TO SETUP THE LIMITED NUMBER OF VENDER TENTS. I THINK THE TOWN
CAN DO A MUCH BETTER JOB OF SETTING UP SPECIAL EVENTS.
WE DON'T REALLY USE THESE OFTEN. BUT WHEN WE HAVE, THEY ARE GREAT!
WE DON'T USE THE REC CENTER. WE REALLY ENJOY NOTTINGHAM PARK/LAKE IN THE SUMMER - REALLY LIKE ALL
THE ADDED CONCERTS.
WE HAVE A CONDO IN BEAVER CREEK WEST AND LOVE NOTTINGHAM LAKE AND THE IMPROVEMENTS.
WE HAVE ALWAYS BEEN IMPRESSED WITH THE CLEANLINESS OF THE PARK AND WALKWAYS. NOTTINGHAM PARK
WITH STOCKED FISHING, PICNIC AREAS, FRISBEE GOLF, SUP, TRI SWIMMING TRAINING, VOLLEYBALL, BEACH,
SKATING RINK, WALKWAY AROUND THE LAKE...PHEW! WHAT A GREAT VARIETY OF OPTIONS! SUGGESTION IS TO
KEEP KIDS FROM SKATE BOARDING AND BIKING ON THE STAGE AT THE PAVILION TO AVOID DAMAGE AND POSSIBLE
SAFETY ISSUE!
WE HAVE THOROUGHLY ENJOYED THE QUALITY OF THE PARK, AND ESPECIALLY THE LAKE. WE WOULD LOVE TO
SEE/HEAR YEAR ROUND LIVE MUSIC. HOW ABOUT A SUNDAY GOSPEL BAND ONCE A MONTH?
WE LOVE OVERLOOKING THE LAKE FROM BEAVER CREEK WEST. AND WHEN WE ARE ABLE, THE WALKING PATH IS A
VERY NICE ACTIVITY.
WE LOVE THE ACTIVITIES IN AVON. THE SOCCER GAMES, THE RACES AND MARATHONS, BUT MOST OF ALL, WE LOVE
WATCHING THE CHILDREN AND THE DOGS PLAYING! IT IS SO NICE TO KNOW THAT IT IS A SAFE AND FRIENDLY PLACE
TO WALK AROUND.
WE LOVE THE ACTIVITY IN THE PARK. IT WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE MORE PARKING AVAILABLE THOUGH.
WE LOVE THE AVON AREA, HOWEVER, THE ELEVATION IS TOO HIGH FOR US, AND WE NOW FLY FROM HAWAII TO
CANADA TO SKI AND SNOWBOARD AND MEET UP WITH FRIENDS FROM CALIFORNIA. WE SKI FURTHER NORTH TO
HAVE A LOWER ELEVATION.
WE REALLY APPRECIATE THE MILITARY DISCOUNT AT THE REC CENTER.
WHAT ABOUT ARTIFICIAL CLIMBING ROCK IN THE PARK FOR SUMMER, CLAY TENNIS COURTS?
WHEN KIDS WERE YOUNG WE USED THE REC CENTER A LOT. RECENTLY FRIENDS STAYED IN AVON, THEIR
GRANDKIDS USED THE REC CENTER AND THEY WERE VERY GRATEFUL THAT IT WAS THERE AND VERY PLEASED WITH
THE FACILITIES.
WHERE TO PARK WHEN ATTENDING NOTTINGHAM PARK EVENTS? OH, OH, IMPORTANT: TURN OFF CHRISTMAS
LIGHTS BETWEEN 2 AM – 5 PM! ALSO REDUCE NUMBER OF LIT TREES AFTER JAN. 1ST. LAST YEAR WAS A JUNK
SHOW!
WHILE THE PLETHORA OF EVENTS IS A BOON TO AVON'S ECONOMY, IT TAKES THE PARK AWAY FROM THE LOCAL
RESIDENTS THAT WANT TO USE IT. MAYBE CAP THE EVENTS IN THE PARK TO 2 WEEKENDS A MONTH OR ON
DIFFERENT DAYS THAN THE WEEKEND WHEN THE PARK IS USED THE MOST BY THE LOCALS. THE WEDNESDAY
CONCERTS ARE GREAT BECAUSE THEY BRING LOCALS INTO THE PARK ON AN EVENING WHEN THE PARK IS NOT
TRADITIONALLY BUSY.
WILDRIDGE/WILDWOOD NEED A DEDICATED HIKER/BIKER LANE ON WILDRIDGE RD. AND METCALF RD. STREET
CLEANER NEEDS TO CLEAN HIKER/BIKER LANE ON WILDRIDGE RD., EAST AND WEST TO REMOVE GRAVEL.
WISH THE BUS WOULD GO TO WALMART
WISH THERE WAS AN UPSTAIRS BATHROOM IN THE REC CENTER.
WONDERFUL JOB YOU ARE DOING WITH THE LAKE, PARK, AND REC CENTER.
WONDERFUL PLACE
WORK OUT TRADE OR RECIPROCAL POOL AND GOLF WITH EAGLE-VAIL AND LET THEM USE REC CENTER.
WOULD BE GREAT TO HAVE EVEN MORE FREE MUSIC AT THE PARK, A LIFEGUARD AT THE LAKE, AND HIGHER END
FITNESS FACILITIES & POOL AT THE REC CENTER.
WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE A BURGER/HOT DOG STAND IN THE PARK. LOOK AT HARRIET LAKE, MN AS A GOOD
MODEL.
WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE OUTDOOR POOL AT REC CENTER.
WOULD LIKE TO SEE THE BEACH (SWIM PART) BIGGER AND SWIMMING LESSONS.
WOULD LOVE TO HAVE AN INDOOR TRACK AND BASKETBALL/VOLLEYBALL COURT ADDED.
WOULD LOVE TO SEE A TOWN OUTDOOR POOL
YEARLY, OR BI - YEARLY (EARLY SUMMER/FALL) LOCAL APPRECIATION EVENT (BBQ, MUSIC, ACTIVITIES, ETC.)
TO ENCOURAGE AND GIVE AN EXTRA OPPORTUNITY FOR LOCAL RESIDENTS FROM ALL CULTURES, AGES, CLASSES AND
WORK CATEGORIES TO GET TOGETHER, INCREASE AND IMPROVE FRIENDLY RELATIONS AND ACCEPTANCE TOWARDS
EACH OTHER.
YES, LET'S EXPAND THE REC CENTER TO HAVE A RUNNING TRACK, BASKETBALL COURTS, ETC...
YES, TELL THE COPS TO STOP PULLING ME OVER FOR NOT USING A TAIL LIGHT/HEADLIGHT, I GOT REFLECTORS. SIR
HAVE YOU BEEN DRINKING?
YOU GOT EITHER LUCKY BY CONSTRUCTING THE NEW STAGE IN THE PARK, OR SOMEONE HAD BRILLIANT INSIGHT.
JUST BEAUTIFUL!!
YOU NEED BUSES TO RUN TO WILDRIDGE AREA.
RESEARCH & POLLING, INC.
TOWN OF AVON, COLORADO – COMMUNITY SURVEY
SEPTEMBER 2015 PAGE 76
PERCEIVED LEVEL OF PERSONAL SAFETY IN NEIGHBORHOOD
QUESTION 16: OVERALL, HOW SAFE DO YOU FEEL IN YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD? PLEASE USE A 5-POINT SCALE, WHERE 5 IS VERY SAFE AND 1 IS VERY UNSAFE.
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
GENDER ETHNICITY AGE HOUSEHOLD INCOME
MALE FEMALE WHITE HISPANIC
18 TO 34
YEARS
35 TO 49
YEARS
50 TO 64
YEARS
65 YEARS
OR OLDER
LESS THAN
$30,000
$30,000
TO
$49,999
$50,000
TO
$79,999
$80,000
TO
$99,999
$100,000
TO
$174,999
$175,000
TO
$249,999
$250,000
OR MORE
5 – VERY SAFE 62% 62% 61% 61% 77% 47% 61% 63% 73% 68% 44% 50% 62% 64% 65% 69%
4 31% 31% 30% 32% 22% 47% 30% 29% 21% 23% 42% 44% 30% 26% 31% 26%
3 6% 4% 8% 5% 2% 7% 6% 6% 3% 9% 11% 2% 6% 8% 4% 2%
2 1% 2% 1% 1% - - 2% 1% - - 3% - 1% 1% - 2%
1 - VERY UNSAFE * 1% - 1% - - 1% 1% - - - 2% - - - 1%
DON'T KNOW 1% * 1% * - - * - 3% - - 2% - 1% - -
MEAN † 4.5 4.5 4.5 4.5 4.7 4.4 4.5 4.5 4.7 4.6 4.3 4.4 4.5 4.5 4.6 4.6
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
CHILDREN UNDER 18 REGISTERED VOTER RESIDENCY HOME OWNERSHIP BUSINESS OWNERSHIP
YES NO YES NO
FULL-TIME
RESIDENT
LIVING IN
AVON
PART-TIME
RESIDENT
OF AVON
DO NOT
LIVE IN
AVON
OWN A
PRIMARY
HOME IN
AVON
OWN A
SECOND
HOME IN
AVON
RENT IN
AVON YES NO
5 – VERY SAFE 62% 61% 62% 61% 63% 61% 70% 39% 62% 68% 61% 54% 64%
4 31% 33% 30% 31% 30% 31% 26% 42% 30% 27% 33% 35% 30%
3 6% 4% 6% 6% 5% 6% 3% 12% 6% 4% 5% 8% 5%
2 1% 2% 1% 1% 1% 1% * 3% 1% * 1% 1% 1%
1 - VERY UNSAFE * - 1% 1% * 1% * - 1% * - 1% *
DON'T KNOW 1% - 1% * 1% * - 4% * - - * *
MEAN † 4.5 4.5 4.5 4.5 4.6 4.5 4.6 4.2 4.5 4.6 4.5 4.4 4.6
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
AREA OF TOWN LENGTH OF RESIDENCY
EAST
COMMERCIAL &
RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
WEST
COMMERCIAL
& RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
NOTTINGHAM
PARK/
SUNRIDGE/
LIFTVIEW/
BROOKSIDE
AREA
ASPENS
MOBILE HOME
VILLAGE/
WESTLAKE
VILLAGE
AREAS
NOTTINGHAM
RD/
METCALF RD
AREAS
WILDRIDGE/
WILDWOOD
AREAS
HURD LANE/
EAGLEBEND
AREAS
1 TO 2
YEARS
3 TO 4
YEARS
5 TO 7
YEARS 8 TO 10 YEARS
11 TO 14
YEARS
15 TO 19
YEARS
MORE THAN
20 YEARS
5 – VERY SAFE 62% 51% 59% 46% 81% 34% 81% 65% 56% 73% 66% 57% 56% 66% 67%
4 31% 41% 31% 46% 11% 55% 15% 29% 38% 23% 29% 35% 35% 28% 25%
3 6% 5% 7% 7% - 10% 2% 7% 5% - 5% 5% 7% 5% 7%
2 1% - 1% 1% 9% 2% 1% - - 2% - 2% 2% - 1%
1 - VERY UNSAFE * - 1% - - - 1% - 1% - - 1% - - 1%
DON'T KNOW 1% 3% - 1% - - * - - 1% - - - 1% -
MEAN † 4.5 4.5 4.5 4.4 4.6 4.2 4.7 4.6 4.5 4.7 4.6 4.4 4.5 4.6 4.5
* LESS THAN 1% REPORTED.
† THE MEAN SCORE IS DERIVED BY TAKING THE AVERAGE SCORE BASED ON THE 5-POINT SCALE. THE VERY SAFE RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 5; THE VERY UNSAFE RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 1. THE DON’T KNOW/WON’T SAY RESPONSES ARE EXCLUDED
FROM THE CALCULATION OF THE MEAN.
RESEARCH & POLLING, INC.
TOWN OF AVON, COLORADO – COMMUNITY SURVEY
SEPTEMBER 2015 PAGE 77
OVERALL SATISFACTION WITH THE POLICE SERVICE IN THE TOWN OF AVON:
QUESTION 17: PLEASE RATE YOUR OVERALL SATISFACTION WITH THE POLICE SERVICES IN THE TOWN OF AVON USING A 5-POINT SCALE, WHERE 5 IS VERY SATISFIED AND 1 IS VERY DISSATISFIED.
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
GENDER ETHNICITY AGE HOUSEHOLD INCOME
MALE FEMALE WHITE HISPANIC
18 TO 34
YEARS
35 TO 49
YEARS
50 TO 64
YEARS
65 YEARS
OR OLDER
LESS THAN
$30,000
$30,000
TO
$49,999
$50,000
TO
$79,999
$80,000
TO
$99,999
$100,000
TO
$174,999
$175,000
TO
$249,999
$250,000
OR MORE
5 – VERY SATISFIED 39% 35% 42% 38% 54% 32% 36% 37% 54% 47% 33% 30% 39% 38% 35% 46%
4 35% 37% 33% 35% 37% 36% 43% 34% 23% 32% 38% 41% 32% 36% 44% 31%
3 16% 18% 14% 17% - 19% 14% 17% 14% 15% 15% 18% 13% 18% 15% 15%
2 6% 7% 5% 6% 6% 10% 5% 7% 3% 6% 10% 5% 11% 4% 3% 4%
1 - VERY DISSATISFIED 2% 1% 2% 2% 3% 2% 2% 1% 1% - 2% 3% 3% 2% - -
DON'T KNOW 2% 1% 4% 3% - - * 4% 5% - 2% 3% 1% 1% 3% 4%
MEAN † 4.1 4.0 4.1 4.0 4.3 3.9 4.1 4.0 4.3 4.2 3.9 3.9 3.9 4.1 4.1 4.2
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
CHILDREN UNDER 18 REGISTERED VOTER RESIDENCY HOME OWNERSHIP BUSINESS OWNERSHIP
YES NO YES NO
FULL-TIME
RESIDENT
LIVING IN
AVON
PART-TIME
RESIDENT
OF AVON
DO NOT
LIVE IN
AVON
OWN A
PRIMARY
HOME IN
AVON
OWN A
SECOND
HOME IN
AVON
RENT IN
AVON YES NO
5 – VERY SATISFIED 39% 40% 38% 33% 47% 36% 44% 36% 32% 46% 45% 33% 40%
4 35% 37% 34% 38% 31% 37% 33% 35% 39% 31% 30% 34% 36%
3 16% 13% 17% 17% 15% 16% 16% 14% 17% 15% 15% 19% 15%
2 6% 5% 6% 8% 3% 8% 2% 6% 8% 1% 8% 11% 5%
1 - VERY DISSATISFIED 2% 1% 2% 3% 1% 3% - - 3% - 2% 2% 2%
DON'T KNOW 2% 2% 2% 1% 5% * 5% 9% 1% 6% - 1% 3%
MEAN † 4.1 4.1 4.0 3.9 4.3 4.0 4.2 4.1 3.9 4.3 4.1 3.8 4.1
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
AREA OF TOWN LENGTH OF RESIDENCY
EAST
COMMERCIAL &
RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
WEST
COMMERCIAL
& RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
NOTTINGHAM
PARK/
SUNRIDGE/
LIFTVIEW/
BROOKSIDE
AREA
ASPENS
MOBILE HOME
VILLAGE/
WESTLAKE
VILLAGE
AREAS
NOTTINGHAM
RD/
METCALF RD
AREAS
WILDRIDGE/
WILDWOOD
AREAS
HURD LANE/
EAGLEBEND
AREAS
1 TO 2
YEARS
3 TO 4
YEARS
5 TO 7
YEARS 8 TO 10 YEARS
11 TO 14
YEARS
15 TO 19
YEARS
MORE THAN
20 YEARS
5 – VERY SATISFIED 39% 44% 41% 33% 63% 38% 39% 38% 46% 47% 46% 31% 30% 39% 39%
4 35% 39% 31% 35% 31% 43% 35% 38% 32% 31% 27% 43% 42% 37% 28%
3 16% 8% 17% 21% 6% 16% 16% 14% 13% 9% 19% 18% 17% 14% 20%
2 6% - 5% 6% - 3% 7% 7% 3% 9% 3% 4% 9% 6% 8%
1 - VERY DISSATISFIED 2% 2% 2% 1% - - 2% 2% 1% - 2% 3% 1% 3% 2%
DON'T KNOW 2% 8% 4% 4% - - 1% 1% 4% 4% 3% 2% 1% 1% 3%
MEAN † 4.1 4.3 4.1 3.9 4.6 4.2 4.0 4.0 4.3 4.2 4.2 4.0 3.9 4.0 4.0
* LESS THAN 1% REPORTED.
† THE MEAN SCORE IS DERIVED BY TAKING THE AVERAGE SCORE BASED ON THE 5-POINT SCALE. THE VERY SATISFIED RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 5; THE VERY DISSATISFIED RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 1. THE DON’T KNOW/WON’T SAY RESPONSES ARE
EXCLUDED FROM THE CALCULATION OF THE MEAN.
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TOWN OF AVON, COLORADO – COMMUNITY SURVEY
SEPTEMBER 2015 PAGE 78
AMOUNT OF POLICE PATROL WITHIN THE COMMERCIAL, SHOPPING AND DINING CENTER OF AVON
QUESTION 18: DO YOU BELIEVE THERE IS TOO MUCH POLICE PATROL, TOO LITTLE POLICE PATROL, OR THE RIGHT AMOUNT OF POLICE PATROL WITHIN THE COMMERCIAL, SHOPPING AND DINING CENTER OF AVON?
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
GENDER ETHNICITY AGE HOUSEHOLD INCOME
MALE FEMALE WHITE HISPANIC
18 TO 34
YEARS
35 TO 49
YEARS
50 TO 64
YEARS
65 YEARS
OR OLDER
LESS THAN
$30,000
$30,000
TO
$49,999
$50,000
TO
$79,999
$80,000
TO
$99,999
$100,000
TO
$174,999
$175,000
TO
$249,999
$250,000
OR MORE
TOO MUCH POLICE PATROL 13% 15% 11% 13% 16% 22% 12% 13% 5% 20% 20% 17% 20% 8% 5% 8%
TOO LITTLE POLICE PATROL 6% 7% 6% 6% 10% 4% 8% 6% 7% 1% 6% 3% 9% 10% 9% 6%
THE RIGHT AMOUNT OF POLICE PATROL 62% 63% 62% 62% 68% 69% 65% 61% 56% 64% 65% 65% 56% 65% 65% 63%
DON'T KNOW 18% 15% 21% 19% 6% 4% 15% 20% 32% 15% 9% 15% 15% 17% 21% 24%
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
CHILDREN UNDER 18 REGISTERED VOTER RESIDENCY HOME OWNERSHIP BUSINESS OWNERSHIP
YES NO YES NO
FULL-TIME
RESIDENT
LIVING IN
AVON
PART-TIME
RESIDENT
OF AVON
DO NOT
LIVE IN
AVON
OWN A
PRIMARY
HOME IN
AVON
OWN A
SECOND
HOME IN
AVON
RENT IN
AVON YES NO
TOO MUCH POLICE PATROL 13% 11% 14% 16% 8% 16% 7% 13% 13% 6% 23% 19% 11%
TOO LITTLE POLICE PATROL 6% 7% 6% 7% 5% 7% 5% 6% 8% 5% 5% 10% 6%
THE RIGHT AMOUNT OF POLICE PATROL 62% 67% 61% 63% 62% 63% 62% 55% 63% 63% 64% 62% 63%
DON'T KNOW 18% 15% 19% 14% 25% 13% 26% 26% 16% 26% 8% 9% 21%
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
AREA OF TOWN LENGTH OF RESIDENCY
EAST
COMMERCIAL &
RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
WEST
COMMERCIAL
& RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
NOTTINGHAM
PARK/
SUNRIDGE/
LIFTVIEW/
BROOKSIDE
AREA
ASPENS
MOBILE HOME
VILLAGE/
WESTLAKE
VILLAGE
AREAS
NOTTINGHAM
RD/
METCALF RD
AREAS
WILDRIDGE/
WILDWOOD
AREAS
HURD LANE/
EAGLEBEND
AREAS
1 TO 2
YEARS
3 TO 4
YEARS
5 TO 7
YEARS 8 TO 10 YEARS
11 TO 14
YEARS
15 TO 19
YEARS
MORE THAN
20 YEARS
TOO MUCH POLICE PATROL 13% 14% 15% 17% - 5% 12% 14% 7% 15% 10% 14% 13% 12% 16%
TOO LITTLE POLICE PATROL 6% 3% 7% 6% 11% 9% 5% 5% 2% 2% 4% 9% 8% 9% 6%
THE RIGHT AMOUNT OF POLICE PATROL 62% 65% 57% 61% 89% 70% 64% 63% 61% 67% 74% 63% 59% 65% 55%
DON'T KNOW 18% 18% 20% 17% - 16% 19% 18% 29% 17% 11% 14% 20% 14% 23%
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AMOUNT OF POLICE PATROL OUTSIDE OF THE COMMERCIAL, SHOPPING AND DINING CENTER OF AVON
QUESTION 19: DO YOU BELIEVE THERE IS TOO MUCH POLICE PATROL, TOO LITTLE POLICE PATROL, OR THE RIGHT AMOUNT OF POLICE PATROL OUTSIDE OF THE COMMERCIAL, SHOPPING AND DINING CENTER OF AVON?
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728) GENDER ETHNICITY AGE HOUSEHOLD INCOME
MALE FEMALE WHITE HISPANIC
18 TO 34
YEARS
35 TO 49
YEARS
50 TO 64
YEARS
65 YEARS
OR OLDER
LESS THAN
$30,000
$30,000
TO
$49,999
$50,000
TO
$79,999
$80,000
TO
$99,999
$100,000
TO
$174,999
$175,000
TO
$249,999
$250,000
OR MORE
TOO MUCH POLICE PATROL 18% 21% 15% 18% 16% 26% 17% 19% 9% 14% 24% 25% 25% 18% 11% 8%
TOO LITTLE POLICE PATROL 9% 11% 7% 9% 13% 6% 10% 11% 7% 7% 11% 4% 10% 9% 11% 13%
THE RIGHT AMOUNT OF POLICE PATROL 54% 52% 56% 53% 68% 59% 60% 48% 52% 64% 56% 55% 51% 52% 53% 53%
DON'T KNOW 19% 17% 22% 21% 4% 9% 13% 22% 33% 16% 9% 15% 14% 21% 25% 26%
TOTAL
SAMPLE
CHILDREN UNDER 18 REGISTERED VOTER RESIDENCY HOME OWNERSHIP BUSINESS OWNERSHIP
YES NO YES NO FULL-TIME PART-TIME DO NOT OWN A OWN A RENT IN YES NO
(N=728) RESIDENT
LIVING IN
AVON
RESIDENT
OF AVON
LIVE IN
AVON
PRIMARY
HOME IN
AVON
SECOND
HOME IN
AVON
AVON
TOO MUCH POLICE PATROL 18% 14% 20% 24% 10% 23% 9% 13% 23% 8% 22%
TOO LITTLE POLICE PATROL 9% 10% 9% 10% 8% 10% 9% 7% 11% 8% 5%
THE RIGHT AMOUNT OF POLICE PATROL 54% 59% 52% 55% 52% 56% 51% 43% 54% 51% 62%
DON'T KNOW 19% 17% 20% 12% 30% 12% 30% 36% 12% 33% 10%
TOTAL
SAMPLE
AREA OF TOWN
EAST WEST NOTTINGHAM ASPENS NOTTINGHAM WILDRIDGE/ HURD LANE/ 1 TO 2
(N=728) COMMERCIAL &
RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
COMMERC
& RESIDENT
CORE ARE
TOO MUCH POLICE PATROL 18% 14% 12%
TOO LITTLE POLICE PATROL 9% 2% 8%
THE RIGHT AMOUNT OF POLICE PATROL 54% 43% 50%
DON'T KNOW 19% 41% 30%
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COMMENTS/SUGGESTIONS RELATING TO DIFFERENT SERVICES PROVIDED BY THE TOWN OF AVON
QUESTION 20: DO YOU HAVE ANY COMMENTS/SUGGESTIONS RELATING TO THE DIFFERENT SERVICES THAT ARE PROVIDED BY THE TOWN OF AVON?
Expand bus service 4%
Services are good 3%
Too much police presence 3%
Police give out too many traffic tickets 2%
Police are helpful/friendly 1%
Bus service to Wildridge 1%
More speed enforcement 1%
Great snow removal 1%
More police patrol of crosswalks 1%
Start a bike/foot patrol 1%
Snow/ice removal could be improved 1%
Better recycling system 1%
Police need to be more involved in the community 1%
Better police patrol of park 1%
Better bike path *
Better communication with residents and non-resident
property owners *
Town council doesn't listen to the citizens *
Limit big projects like commercial venues *
Sidewalks are unfinished *
Better communication of the bus schedule *
Town spends too much money on services for people
that don't live here *
Saturday farmer's market is overkill *
Don't charge for VIN inspection *
Parking is a problem *
Police need to deal with partying at the lake *
Great landscaping *
Promote Avon *
Better advertisement for events *
More event traffic control *
Improve services generally *
Library is noisy *
Library is good *
Police need to deal with illegal immigrants *
More event parking *
Need police to deal with pot growing and drug dealing *
Improve enforcement of home/yard maintenance *
Get cyclists off the streets *
Clean up litter on highway *
The drinking water doesn't taste good *
Should outlaw gardens in Avon *
Police need to stop people turning left from Westin onto
Avon Rd. *
Eliminate free bus *
City-wide trash service *
Streets need to be painted better *
Never see any police *
Make the off-ramp from I70 three lanes *
Stop police from hitting on young girls *
Police shouldn't carry real guns *
Too many signs on roundabouts *
Willie Grey in building department is a gem *
More lights on river bike path at park *
Control growth *
Increase speed limit *
Too much asphalt at the park *
Loved may refuse free removal *
Better system for disposing of Christmas trees *
Need a food bank/kitchen *
Lights should shut off after dark *
Install solar panels/windmills *
More low-end stores for lower-income people *
The light at Hwy 6 and Beaver Creek Blvd is too long *
Dog park *
Separate medical service and DMV *
Lower prices *
Put stop sign back at Old Trail Road *
Reduce rec center fees *
Pay attention to residents not just tourists *
Deal with smell from water treatment plant *
Better pedestrian walkways *
More public internet options *
Need speed bump on East Eagle Bend Road *
Give every area the same service *
Enforce leash laws *
Town employees need to be more efficient with their
time *
Use more volunteers at town events to save costs *
Better communication about closures for maintenance *
The planning commission is biased *
Bus loop is too long *
Don’t like leash law *
Need a better way of directing service calls *
More sidewalk planning *
Need a laundromat *
Move the Town Hall *
Eliminate potential for corruption and self interest across
the board *
Make recycle area more attractive *
Require fewer licenses for businesses *
Cost of water is higher than surrounding communities *
Town council needs to think plans through *
Additional supermarket *
More citizen participation *
Bathrooms near bus stop *
Cut back on landscaping budget to pay for more services *
Bring back Dial-a-Ride to Wildridge *
More cultural events *
Town councilors should not get special favors *
Love the farmer's market *
Allow limited street parking in Wildridge *
Take down World Cup statue *
Recycling guide for new residents *
Need to not make Avon attractive to low-income workers*
Save Hanewald Barn *
Higher standards for commercial buildings *
Missing button for cross walk by 1st Bank *
Police are instructed not to make stops in commerical
area *
Better sidewalk maintenance *
Better storm clean-up *
Love Avon Fire Department *
Need non-dual language school option *
911 emergency camp for kids was great *
More street maintenance *
Great development of walking mall *
Chief Ticer is great *
Better weed control *
Affordable housing *
Police are scary *
Too much interference from Town Manager *
Too many police on I70 *
* Less than 1% reported.
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COMMENTS/SUGGESTIONS RELATING TO DIFFERENT SERVICES PROVIDED BY THE TOWN OF AVON (CONTINUED)
QUESTION 20 (CONTINUED): DO YOU HAVE ANY COMMENTS/SUGGESTIONS RELATING TO THE DIFFERENT SERVICES THAT ARE PROVIDED BY THE TOWN OF AVON?
Love the rec center *
Good litter control *
Town employees are friendly and helpful *
Stop always digging up roundabouts *
Nottingham park bathroom open in winter *
Need better street maintenance *
Make street names less confusing *
Landscaping is too expensive *
Stop plowing me into my house *
Make new developments have same style *
Enforce required number of trees ordinance *
Bring back bronze sculptures *
Better communication about planning and zoning *
Put in mixed use area like Riverwalk in Edwards *
Need shelters at bus stops *
Nothing in particular 67%
* Less than 1% reported.
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COMMENTS/SUGGESTIONS RELATING TO DIFFERENT SERVICES PROVIDED BY THE TOWN OF AVON
VERBATIM RESPONSES
1. ELIMINATE FREE BUS, OR REDUCE ONLY TO WINTER TO SHUTTLE FROM HOTELS TO SKI RESORTS. TOWN SHOULD
NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR PROVIDING TRANSPORTATION FOR LOW-INCOME RESIDENTS. 2. ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
NEEDS AN ENGLISH OPTION. WE MAY MOVE FOR BETTER SCHOOLS. 'WHITE FLIGHT' IS VERY BAD.
1. JUST A BUS LINE UP TO WILDRIDGE. 2. LESS MONEY PAID BY LOCALS BUYING/SELLING HOMES IN WILDRIDGE
(TRANSFER FEES).
A BUS ROUTE ON NOTTINGHAM ROAD WOULD BE HELPFUL. ALSO, THE NEW MOUNTAIN BIKE TRAILS ARE AMAZING
AND I THINK ARE GREAT FOR THE COMMUNITY.
A LOVELY TOWN TO HAVE SECOND HOME!
ALLOW SERVICE PEOPLE WITHIN THE TOWN TO OPERATE DEPARTMENTALLY WITHOUT TOWN MANAGER
INTERFERENCE.
ALTHOUGH I REALIZE THE POLICE ARE DOING THEIR JOBS, A LITTLE LESS HEAVY HANDING WOULD BE APPRECIATED.
GETTING STOPPED FOR GOING 2-5 MPH OVER THE SPEED LIMIT ON NOTTINGHAM ROAD IS A BIT EXCESSIVE.
ALTHOUGH I VISIT AVON, ONCE OR TWICE A YEAR, I HAVE NOT BEEN A FULL-TIME RESIDENT OF AVON SINCE 2006.
AS PREVIOUSLY NOTED POLICE PRESENCE SEEMS DISPROPORTIONATE TO NEED. - COULD EASILY REDUCE.
BATHROOM OPEN IN WINTER AT NOTTINGHAM PARK/LAKE.
BETTER COMMUNICATION ON PLANNING AND ZONING FOR WILDRIDGE.
BETTER COMMUNICATION WITH THE RESIDENTS, BUT PARTICULARLY THE NON- RESIDENT PROPERTY OWNERS.
BETTER RECYCLE SYSTEM, PICK UP.
BETTER SKIER SHUTTLE. VENDORS IN THE PARK.
BIKING AND BUS SERVICE TO WILDRIDGE EVEN IF LIMITED. BIKE PATH ON WILDRIDGE RD. PARKING NEAR THE BUS
STOP (MAIN BUS STOP IN AVON).
BOWLING ALLEY!
BUS OPTION TO WILDRIDGE.
BUS ROUTE NEEDS TO GO FURTHER.
BUS SERVICE IN WILDRIDGE IS MAYBE NOT NEEDED, BUT AS PARKING GETS TIGHTER IN WORK PLACES IN VAIL OR
AVON, COULD USE OPTIONS.
BUS SERVICE IS A HUGE PROBLEM, TOO MANY ROUTES TO TAKE EAGLEBEND RESIDENTS TO WAL-MART, NOT
ENOUGH TO TAKE PEOPLE IN AND OUT OF TOWN.
BUS SERVICE SHOULD RUN AFTER 6 P.M.
BUS SERVICE TO WILDRIDGE.
BUS SERVICE TO WILDRIDGE, PLEASE!
BUS SYSTEM COULD BE EXPANDED UP TO WILDRIDGE.
BUS TO WILDRIDGE WOULD BE GREAT.
BUSES ARE A GREAT SERVICE BUT DON'T SEEM TO BE ON SCHEDULE VERY OFTEN.
BUSES TO WILDRIDGE.
BUSES TO WILDRIDGE AND MORE BUSES TO OTHER OUTLYING AREAS.
CAN RECYCLING BE MADE BETTER/EASIER IN THE TOWN OF AVON. NOT EVERYWHERE PICKS UP AND LITTLE IS
ACCEPTED.
CONCERNING STREET MAINTENANCE IN WILDRIDGE, I WOULD LIKE TO SEE SOME OF THE CINDERS THAT
ACCUMULATE OVER THE WINTER PICKED BACK UP BY STREETS AND ROADS INSTEAD OF JUST LEAVING THEM IN
PRIVATE PROPERTY. SO MUCH HAS ACCUMULATED THAT IT IS FAIRLY IMPOSSIBLE TO CLEAN THEM UP AS OF NOW.
IN THE FUTURE IT WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE THESE CINDERS CLEANED UP FROM HOMEOWNERS PROPERTY THAT
THE SANDERS AND PLOWS PUSH OFF THE ROAD ONTO THIS PROPERTY. THERE ARE SIGNIFICANT AMOUNTS OF
CANADIAN THISTLES IN THE WILD RIDGE AREA THAT COULD BE SPRAYED. THESE WEEDS ARE CONSIDERED A
NOXIOUS WEED BY THE COUNTY AND NEED TO BE CONTROLLED SOMEHOW.
CONTINUE TO IMPROVE EFFICIENT DIRECT TRANSPORTATION TO VAIL AND BEAVER CREEK WITH REDUCED OR NO
CONNECTIONS.
CONTINUED ATTENTION TO BIKE TRAILS. SIGNAGE COULD IMPROVE ON TRAILS TO HELP CONTINUE TRAVELING AS
INTENDED AND IMPROVE THE LAMINATED ORIGINAL SIGNS. THE BIKE CHAIN AND ACTION HERO SIGNS ARE FUN.
COUNTY SNOW REMOVAL AND VIGILANCE IS MEDIOCRE. THE WATER COMPANY PROVIDES DISGUSTING, SOAPY,
UNDRINKABLE WATER. GARDENS SHOULD BE OUTLAWED IN AVON.
CURBSIDE RECYCLING. BAG BAN AT SUPERMARKETS, STORES. WE NEED TO OFFER AN ADDITIONAL SUPERMARKET -
THE CITY MARKET IS ALWAYS TOO CROWDED. (TRADER JOE'S).
DOESN'T TAKE 8 COPS TO PULL SOMEONE OVER, INTIMIDATING. MAKES YOU FEAR POLICE.
DON'T LIKE RADAR TRAPS.
DON'T LOSE SIGHT OF WHAT ACTUALLY PUTS BREAD ON YOUR TABLE.
DON'T MISS CONDITIONS THAT CAUSE METCALF ROAD TO TURN INTO AN ICE RINK; WARM ROAD, SUDDEN
SNOWFALL=ROLLOVERS. PAY ANY COST TO BUY LOT AT WESTIN FOR PARKING STRUCTURE FOR GONDOLA AND
LAKE. CUT BACK GOVERNMENT SERVICES AS REQUIRED TO ACCOMPLISH THIS.
ELIMINATE BUS SERVICE IN TOWN. COSTS TOO MUCH FOR TOO FEW RIDERS.
ELIMINATE POTENTIAL FOR CORRUPTION INTEREST ACROSS THE BOARD.
ENFORCE A LAW ON AMOUNT OF DOGS OWNED BY ONE PERSON AND ENFORCE LAW AGAINST DOGS RUNNING FREE.
ENFORCE THE LEASH LAWS.
EVERYTHING PRETTY SATISFACTORY.
EXCELLENT SNOW PLOWING DEPARTMENT.
EXPAND BUS SERVICE FREE ROUTES. REDUCE REC CENTER FEES. CONTROL GROWTH.
FABULOUS SNOW REMOVAL CREWS!
FIRE DEPARTMENT IS GREAT TOO.
FOCUS ON THE PARK! YOU CREATED IT, NOW PROTECT IT. POLICE THE BIKE PATH, POLICE THE BEACH, POLICE THE
DOG OWNERS, POLICE THE PARKING ON BEAVER CREEK BLVD.
FREE BUS LOOK TOO LONG – SPLIT?
GREAT JOB WITH THE LANDSCAPING.
GREAT LAW ENFORCEMENT! FRIENDLY AND APPROACHABLE. WOULD BE GREAT TO HAVE MORE CITIZEN
ENGAGEMENT VIA TOWN COUNCIL MEETINGS, AND INPUT ON TOWN DECISIONS.
HARD TO QUALIFY THE POLICE PRESENCE AS WE RARELY NOTICE AN OFFICER WALKING AROUND OUR AREA. THE
LIMITED INTERACTION HAS BEEN VERY POSITIVE AND FRIENDLY. SUGGEST THAT SOME OFFICERS BE ASSIGNED TO
WALK AROUND THE AVON CENTER AREA ESPECIALLY BETWEEN MIDNIGHT TO 2 AM AS THE EXITING PATRONS
FROM BOB'S PLACE ARE ROWDY AND DISRUPTIVE AND COULD USE A SOBERING PRESENCE! JUST THIS WEEKEND, I
SAW A YOUNG MAN KICKING ONE OF THE STATUES ON THE WALKWAY AND WE HAD A BROKEN BEER BOTTLE IN
THE UNSECURED HALLWAY OF THE LODGE AT AVON CENTER. WOULD HAVE BEEN NICE TO HAVE A COP THERE TO
OVERSEE THAT KIND OF BEHAVIOR AND KEEP A LID ON THE DRUNKS! OVERALL, THERE IS LIMITED TROUBLE THAT I
HAVE EXPERIENCED AND WE FEEL THE AREA IS SAFE FOR PEOPLE, BUT PROPERTY DAMAGE COULD BE AVOIDED BY A
MORE VISIBLE POLICE PRESENCE.
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COMMENTS/SUGGESTIONS RELATING TO DIFFERENT SERVICES PROVIDED BY THE TOWN OF AVON
VERBATIM RESPONSES
HAS THERE BEEN ANY THOUGHT GIVEN TO AN OUTDOOR POOL FACILITY IN AVON - EITHER NOTTINGHAM PARK AREA
OR IN WILDRIDGE? WOULD BE GREAT TO HAVE A 'NEIGHBORHOOD' POOL IN THE SUMMER. THE EAGLE VAIL
POOL HAS BEEN SO SUCCESSFUL, BUT IT IS OVER-CROWDED. THERE IS DEMAND FOR ANOTHER OUTDOOR POOL
FACILITY.
HAVE NOT BEEN IN COMMUNITY LONG ENOUGH TO KNOW THE SERVICES PROVIDED.
HAVING TEENAGE CHILDREN, IT WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE BUS SERVICE FROM WILDRIDGE TO THE AVON
TRANSPORTATION CENTER. THIS WOULD PROVIDE THEM WITH A GREATER SENSE OF AUTONOMY.
HOUSING AFFORDABLE - SHOULD BE PROVIDED BY THE COUNTY.
I AM NOT HAPPY ABOUT ROAD MAINTENANCE. LAST SPRING THE TOWN HAD A STREET SWEEPER CLEAN MY STREET, IT
REMOVED ALL OF THE GRAVEL ON THE SHOULDER OF MY STREET; NOW THE RAIN WATER WASHES AWAY THE
TOPSOIL. I'VE PHONE THE MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT SEVERAL TIMES TO REPLACE THE GRAVEL TO NO AVAIL.
I DON'T FEEL THERE IS TOO MUCH POLICE, BUT WE ARE A SMALL TOWN AND I WANT TO FEEL LIKE A SMALL TOWN.
SOMETIMES I FEEL THERE IS TOO MUCH 'ATTITUDE' WITH THE POLICE - NEED MORE FRIENDLINESS.
I DON'T KNOW IF THERE IS A TOURIST CENTER, THERE SHOULD BE AN EFFORT TO MAKE AVON ONE OF THE BEST
RESORTS IN THE WORLD BUT ALSO MAKE IT MORE VILLAGE LIKE SO PEOPLE CAN WALK, BIKE WITHIN THE TOWN. IT
FEELS SOMETIMES LIKE IT’S JUST A WAY TO GET TO BEAVER CREEK. AVON SHOULD COMPETE, ATTRACT MORE
PEOPLE.
I DON'T KNOW IF THEY'VE ADDRESSED NIGHT LIGHTING IN PARK.
I DON'T LIKE THE LEASH LAW. I GREW UP IN THE MOUNTAINS OF COLORADO, AND NEVER HAD TO HAVE MY DOGS
ON LEASHES. I UNDERSTAND THAT SOME DOGS ARE NOT AS WELL BEHAVED AS OTHERS, AND THAT PERHAPS
THERE COULD BE A WARNING SYSTEM OF SOME SORT. I BELIEVE THAT IN THE MOUNTAINS... ALL ANIMALS
SHOULD BE ABLE TO RUN FREE.
I DON'T LIVE THERE ALL THE TIME. I SPEND ABOUT 4 WEEKS A YEAR THERE. MY SUGGESTIONS REALLY AREN'T
RELATIVE TO SOME QUESTIONS.
I FEEL THAT THE POLICE DO AN EXCELLENT JOB. I SEE THEM IN SELECT AREAS CONTROLLING THE TRAFFIC AND
MAINTAINING SAFE SPEEDS THROUGHOUT THE TOWN.
I FEEL THERE ARE A LOT OF DIFFERENT LICENSES FOR US TO CARRY OUT BUSINESS. I THINK ONE SHOULD SUFFICE PER
BUSINESS. THE FEES ADD UP.
I FEEL THERE IS MUCH ROOM FOR IMPROVEMENT OF PROVIDED SERVICES ALL AROUND. THE TOWN HAS POTENTIAL
TO BE A WORLD CLASS TOWN.
I FEEL THEY ARE TOO VIGILANT. AND I HAVE NEVER BEEN IN TROUBLE. BUT I DO GET PULLED OVER OFTEN FOR
THINGS LIKE A DIRTY LICENSE PLATE 10 MINUTES AFTER WASHING IT IN WEST VAIL. HARASSING IN MY OPINION
(NOT DIRTY.
I LIKE THE FARMERS' MARKET BECAUSE THE ACTUALLY HAVE FARMERS WITH FRUITS AND VEGGIES! EASY IN AND OUT.
I LOVE THE PRESENCE THAT THE AVON FIRE DEPARTMENT TEAM HAS IN THE COMMUNITY.
I NEVER SEE ANY POLICE CARS INSIDE OR OUTSIDE OF AVON.
I PERSONALLY KNOW OF PEOPLE WHO HAVE BEEN SUBJECT TO TRAFFIC STOP BY THE AVON PD UNDER WEAK OR
FALSE SUSPICION. THE ONLY OFFENSE WAS DRIVING DURING NIGHTTIME HOURS. I BELIEVE THAT THE POLICE
PRESENCE AND ACTIVITY IS NOT JUSTIFIED IN A TOWN OUR SIZE. WE COULD SAVE SOME TAX DOLLARS BY
DOWNSIZING THE POLICE DEPARTMENT AND DIRECTING THEM TO EASE UP ON FISHING FOR DRUNK DRIVERS.
I RARELY SEE POLICE OFFICERS IN WILDRIDGE. OTHER THAN SITTING IN WAIT TO GIVE SPEEDING TICKETS OR PLACE A
SPEED CONTROL MACHINE. WE'VE HAD A CONTINUED DOG BARKING ISSUE IN OUR NEIGHBORHOOD WHICH HAS
BEEN REPORTED BUT I'VE NEVER SEEN AN OFFICER FOLLOW UP ON IT SO IT CONTINUES.
I REALLY ENJOYED THAT TIME YOU GUYS SET OFF ALL THE FIREWORKS ON PRESIDENT'S DAY WEEKEND INSTEAD OF
4TH OF JULY. THE SKY IS SO DARK AND CLEAR IN WINTER IT JUST WORKED WELL.
I RESIDE IN WILDRIDGE AND THE OFF-ROAD VEHICLES ON OLD TRAIL ROAD AND JUNE CREEK TRAIL IGNORE POSTED
SPEED LIMITS AT THE PARK AREA AND ARE VERY LOUD AND DISTURBING. POLICE PRESENCE WOULD BE GREATLY
APPRECIATED OR AT LEAST THE MOBILE SPEED EQUIPMENT WITH RADAR BEING PLACED ONCE IN A WHILE WOULD
BE WONDERFUL.
I THINK AVON IS VERY SAFE, BUT WHY DO I SEE 2 TO 3 AVON POLICE CARS EVERY TIME I COME OR GO FROM MY
NEIGHBORHOOD? IS THERE THAT MUCH CRIME IN WILDRIDGE/WILDWOOD? IT IS VERY IRRITATING!
I THINK CHIEF TICER HAS DONE A GREAT JOB MODELING TO HIS FORCE.
I THINK THE AVON POLICE DO A GREAT JOB. WISH WE COULD REGULATE STREET CROSSINGS BETTER.
I THINK THE OVER AGGRESSIVE DRIVING WITHIN THE ROUNDABOUTS NEEDS TO BE ADDRESSED. (TRAFFIC CONTROL).
I THINK THE TOWN IS WELL RUN.
I THINK THE TOWN OF AVON IS ON THE RIGHT TRACK IN MAKING IMPROVEMENTS.
I THINK THEY ARE DOING A GOOD JOB OF RAISING THE LEVEL OF PROPERTY VALUES, BY BRINGING NEW BUSINESSES
AND EVENTS TO THE AREA.
I THINK THEY DO A WONDERFUL JOB.
I THINK WE HAVE A FAIR AMOUNT. SEVERAL GAS STATIONS, 2 GROCERY'S, BAKERIES, VARIETIES OF RESTAURANTS.
GOOD REC CENTER, GREAT LIBRARY - DR. OFFICE AND ER CARE. WE HAVE IT ALL.
I THINK WE NEED MORE DELIS, BARS, RESTAURANTS, OUTDOOR SEATING, FAST, EASY, QUALITY DINING.
I WASN'T AWARE OF ANY SERVICE BESIDES PLOWING ME INTO MY HOUSE, OR PLOWING AND SPRAYING ME WITH
SNOW AND TIPPING OVER TRASH ON TRASH DAY!. POLICE PATROL ODD PLACES - NOT WHERE PEOPLE ARE
WALKING.
I WOULD LIKE FOR THE BUS TO RUN UNTIL 7 OR 8 PM. GREAT SERVICE BUT OFTEN I GET OFF WORK AFTER THE BUS
HAS STOPPED RUNNING. THE CROSSWALKS ON BEAVER CREEK BLVD. NEED TO BE MORE CLEAR AND POLICED
MORE OFTEN. PEOPLE DRIVE THROUGH THEM OFTEN.
I WOULD LOVE TO SEE A FREE BUS SERVICE UP TO WILDRIDGE, AT LEAST A SKI BUS IN THE WINTER.
I'D LIKE TO SEE BUS SCHEDULES AND ROUTES MORE CLEARLY IDENTIFIED AND POSTED AT BUS STOPS. I FIND IT VERY
DIFFICULT TO FIGURE OUT AND MAKES A GREAT RESOURCE LESS USER FRIENDLY.
I'M ACCUSTOMED TO SEEING POLICE IN AVON 'LURKING IN THE SHADOWS' IN THEIR DARK BLACK SUVS. I DON'T
FEAR THEM, AS I DON'T SPEED. YET, IT WOULD BE NICE, ESPECIALLY IN THE SUMMER MONTHS, TO SEE THEM OUT
OF THEIR VEHICLES. BICYCLING THROUGH THE DOWNTOWN CORE AND AROUND THE WILDRIDGE NEIGHBORHOOD
ON SATURDAYS INTERACTING WITH LOCALS WOULD BE GREAT. THE SAME COULD BE SAID FOR BUFFALO RIDGE
AND THE TRAILER PARK. I WOULD ALSO LIKE THE TOWN TO TAKE THE INITIATIVE LIKE THE TOWN OF VAIL AND
CLEAN UP THE LITTER AROUND THE INTERSTATE EXCHANGES IF NOT THE ENTIRE LENGTH THROUGH THE TOWN.
THE ON AND OFF RAMPS LOOK TERRIBLE IN COMPARISON TO AVON ROAD. I TRY AND DO MY PART, BUT YOU CAN
ONLY DO SO MUCH AS A CITIZEN.
IMPROVE BUS SERVICE FOR EMPLOYEES IN AVON SO THAT THEIR LUNCH MONEY, ETC. STAYS IN AVON.
IMPROVE ENFORCEMENT OF HOME/YARD MAINTENANCE. PARKING ON LAWNS, ETC.
IMPROVED COMMUNICATIONS ON THESE SERVICES WOULD BE NICE.
IN MY OPINION, I THINK THE POLICE FORCE HAS SOME 'POWER' MANAGEMENT ISSUES. SOME OF THEM COME ON A
LITTLE STRONG, NOT UNDERSTANDING, ETC... I ENJOY EVENTS AT THE LAKE/PARK, BUT IT DOESN'T HANDLE A
LARGE CROWD FOR PARKING.
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VERBATIM RESPONSES
IN WILDRIDGE THE OWNERS LAUGH...FEWER POLICE ARE NEEDED. SAVE THE MONEY AND MOVE AWAY FROM THE
ILLUSION OF A POLICE STATE (UNLIKE ANYWHERE ELSE IN THE COUNTRY!).
IT HAS BEEN NICE TO SEE THE POLICE PULLING OVER FEWER HELPLESS TOURISTS IN THIS TOWN. PROBABLY LESS
CRUISERS ON THE ROADS - HARASSING PEOPLE.
IT IS NOT SANITARY OR HEALTHY TO HAVE RESIDENTS WALK THROUGH THE HEALTH CLINIC TO GET TO THE DMV.
PLEASE SEPARATE THEM!
IT IS VERY DIFFICULT TO ACCESS SERVICE BY PHONE. NEED A BETTER METHOD OF DIRECTING RESIDENTS TO SERVICES
UPON INITIAL CALL.
IT SEEMS THAT THE POLICE RADAR COMES OUT WHEN IT WARMS UP AND WE HAVE MOSTLY LOCAL RESIDENTS
DRIVING ON THE STREETS. IT SEEMS THAT WE SHOULD HAVE MORE RIGOROUS SPEEDING CONTROL WHEN WE
HAVE MORE NON-RESIDENTS AROUND.
IT SEEMS THERE IS LITTLE OBSERVED POLICE PRESENCE OUTSIDE OF THE TOWN CORE OTHER THAN SPEED TRAPS.
MAYBE THERE'S LITTLE CRIME TO SOLVE OR ASSISTANCE TO PROVIDE, BUT THE ONLY EXPERIENCE ONE GENERALLY
HAS WITH POLICE IS VIA OBSERVING TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT.
IT WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE A BUS SERVICE WILDRIDGE, METCALF RD.
IT'S KIND OF EMBARRASSING OUR TAXES ARE SO HIGH, YET WE CAN'T PAINT THE ROADS RIGHT. I.E. FOLLOWING
ROAD RULES IT'S ILLEGAL TO MAKE A LEFT TURN OVER DOUBLE YELLOW LINES GOING WESTBOUND ON BEAVER
CREEK BLVD.
JUST THAT WE THINK IT IS ALL GOOD.
KEEP ON TOP OF CLEARING STORM DAMAGE ON ROADS FROM RAIN STORMS AND PREVENTING EROSION AREAS
FROM HEAVY RAIN STORMS.
KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK (N=3)
LACK OF PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION FROM WILDRIDGE TO BEAVER CREEK AND WILDRIDGE TO VAIL.
LESS POT MORE, TRADITIONAL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT. MORE POLICE ATTENTION AT ROUNDABOUTS.
LESS RADAR - MORE STREET MAINTENANCE IN WILDWOOD/WILDRIDGE.
LIBRARY IS GOOD, BUT COULD BE QUIETER.
LIBRARY IS GOOD, THOUGH NOISY AT TIMES.
LIKE TO FEEL THAT BEING ON TOWN COUNCIL DOES NOT GET YOU ANY SPECIAL FAVORS. EVERYONE SHOULD HAVE TO
ADHERE TO THE RULES.
LOA OPINION DE LOS RESIDENTES DEBERIA SER MAS PERSONALIZADA, QUIENES POR FALTA DE COMUNICAICON Y
DIRECCION QUIZAS IGNORAMOS PROSEDIEMIENTOS PROPOSITOS Y PLANES CON RESPECTO A NUESTRO LUGAR DE
RESIDENCIA. NO DEBERIA SER ANUAL O CUANDO ES UN EVENTO INDISPENSABLE PARA EVALUAR O MEDIR EL NIVEL
DE RENDIMIENTO EL EL DESARROYO POR PARTE DE MUNISIPIO. TENER EN CUANTA A AQUELLOS QUE DE ALGUNA
MANERA MUESTRAN INTERES POR MEJOR Y/O HACER CAMBIO PARA EL MEJORAMIENTO DE LA COMUNIDAD. (MY
OPINION OF THE RESIDENTS IS MORE PERSONALIZED, DUE TO LACK OF COMMUNICATION AND DIRECTION MAYBE
IGNORE PROCEDURES, PURPOSES AND PLANS WITH RESPECT TO OUR PLACE OF RESIDENCE. SHOULD NOT BE
ANNUAL OR WHEN IT IS AN EVENT THAT IS ESSENTIAL TO EVALUATE OR MEASURE THE LEVEL OF PERFORMANCE THE
DEVELOPMENT BY THE MUNICIPALITY. TAKE INTO ACCOUNT THOSE WHO SHOW INTEREST FOR BETTER SOMEHOW
AND/OR CHANGE FOR THE BETTERMENT OF THE COMMUNITY.)
LOOK INTO INSTALLING A SOLAR FARM OR WINDMILLS FOR ENERGY ALONG PERIMETER OF RAILROAD TRACKS OR ON
MOUNTAINSIDES.
LOVE THE REC CENTER.
LOVE THE TOWN OF AVON.
LOWER PRICES.
MAINTAIN HIGH QUALITY DWELLING UNITS. BE CONSCIOUS OF OVER BUILDING. IMPROVE/ADD OPEN SPACES AND
PARK AREAS WITHIN ALL DEVELOPMENTS.
MAKE FREE BUS ROUTE MORE KNOWN AND WHERE IT GOES.
MAKE THEM MORE VISIBLE AS 'MEMBERS' OF THE COMMUNITY.
METCALF RD. COULD USE A BETTER SHOULDER OR PATH FOR BIKES.
METCALF RD. SHOULD BE RAISED TO 40. WILDRIDGE RD TO 30. SNOW CLEARING IS A#1! THE NEW LANDSCAPING
IS LOVELY, BUT AT WHAT COST?
MONITORED SPEED/SPEEDBUMPS/PATROL ON HURD LN.
MORE BUS ROUTE ACTIVITY.
MORE CONCERTS AT THE PARK. APPROVE MORE MOUNTAIN BIKE TRAILS LIKE WEST PRESERVE.
MORE MUSIC AND OUTDOOR CONCERTS BRINGS MORE REVENUE MONEY TO COMMUNITY. *USE RAILROAD AS A
WALKWAY OVER MAIN STREET - EAST TO WEST.
MORE OF A DOWNTOWN AREA. ENFORCE LIGHTS TO SHUT OFF AFTER DARK.
MORE OPEN SPACES, LESS BUILDING, LEAVE THE TOWN SMALL, LESS CONSTRUCTION.
MORE POLICE PATROL ON WILDRIDGE RD. ABOVE OLD TRAIL. CARS DRIVE MUCH TOO FAST. A GUIDE TO
'HOW/WHAT/WHERE TO RECYCLE' WOULD BE GREAT FOR NEW RESIDENTS.
MORE PUBLIC INTERNET OPTIONS.
MORE RECYCLING RECEPTACLES AND NEED OF POLICE PATROL ON THE BIKE PATH, ESPECIALLY FOR DOGS OFF-LEASH.
MORE SIDEWALK PLANNING.
MORE TRASH CONTROL NEEDED.
MOVE CITY HALL TO THE BUILDING ACROSS FROM FOUR SEASONS AS 1. CENTER OF TOWN, 2 LARGER SPACE, 3.
NEW UNUSUAL BUILDING.
MY SUGGESTION WOULD BE THAT THE PLANNING AND ZONING DEPARTMENT ENSURE THAT ANY NEW ARCHITECTURE
OR DESIGN CHANGES SHOULD REFLECT OUR MOUNTAIN LIFESTYLE. IT'S GREAT THAT WE HAVE A WALMART
HOWEVER WE MISSED THE BOAT WHEN WE DID NOT REQUIRE THAT THE 'BIG-BOX' DESIGN ENHANCE OUR
ENVIRONMENT (TAKE A LOOK AT THE WALMART IN EVERGREEN AND OTHER MOUNTAIN COMMUNITIES). ALSO,
THE PLANNING AND ZONING DEPARTMENT REQUIRES A CERTAIN NUMBER OF TREES WITH ANY RESIDENTIAL
DESIGNS HOWEVER THEY DO NOT ENFORCE THIS REQUIREMENT WHEN COMMERCIAL PROPERTY IS INVOLVED.
EXAMPLE: TREES WERE CUT DOWN AND/OR DIED BUT HAVE NOT BEEN REPLACED ON METCALF. ALSO, THE
TOWN CUT DOWN THE LIVING TREES WHEN IMPLEMENTING THEIR NEW STREET DESIGN. SPEAKING OF STREET
DESIGN...THE WOOD 'SCAFFOLDING' PLACED IN THE ROUNDABOUT DURING 2015 IS HIDEOUS. LET’S BRING BACK
OUR BRONZE. SO YOU WANTED TO MAKE A WALKING PLAZA - WALKING TO WHERE? THERE ARE NO BUSINESS TO
WALK TO SO WHO IS GOING TO SEE THESE BEAUTIFUL SCULPTURES NOW.
NEED BUS SERVICE TO WILDRIDGE.
NEED EXPANDED BUS SERVICE ON THE NORTH SIDE TO WALMART.
NEED MORE PARKING.
NEED MORE POLICE PATROL IN OUR AREA (SUNRIDGE/LIFTVIEW) DUE TO THE TYPE OF RESIDENTS AROUND OUR
CONDO IN SUNRIDGE. WE USE OUR CONDO AS A WEEKEND/VACATION HOME, BUT MANY PEOPLE AROUND US
ARE GROWING EXCESSIVE AMOUNTS OF POT AND SOME DRUG DEALING IS GOING ON.
NEED TO BETTER MAINTAIN THE SIDEWALKS DURING THE WINTER. ESPECIALLY TO AND ON NOTTINGHAM RD.
NEED TO GIVE EVERY AREA THE SAME SERVICE WHICH THEY SEEM TO TRY TO DO.
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NEED TO WORK ON THE SIDEWALK ICE ON WEST SIDE UNDER I-70 IN WINTER AT 167 EXIT. LAST YEAR THERE WAS A
WHOLE SECTION OF PAVEMENT MISSING BY THE 1ST BANK ROUNDABOUT. THIS WAS DANGEROUS FOR WALKERS
AND BIKERS. THIS YEAR THE CROSSWALK POLE WITH THE BUTTON TO PUSH IS MISSING. WE NEED THIS BUTTON TO
HAVE THE FLASHING LIGHTS FOR CARS. WHY ARE THE POLICE TOLD NOT TO MAKE STOPS IN THE COMMERCIAL
SHOPPING AND DINING AREA?
NO/NA/NOTHING (N=28)
NO BUS SERVICE TO WILDRIDGE EVEN THOUGH WILDRIDGE RESIDENTS PAY TAXES FOR IT. WHY NOT EVEN A 'DIAL-A-
RIDE' SERVICE?
NO STREET PARKING IS ALLOWED IN WILDRIDGE. IT WOULD BE NICE IF PARKING WERE ALLOWED FOR WILDRIDGE
RESIDENTS OR FOR LIMITED PERIODS OF TIME.
NO THOUGHTS ON DIFFERENT SERVICES.
NOT FAMILIAR WITH THEM.
NOT SURE WHAT YOU ARE REFERRING TO.
OK SERVICES.
ON CALL BUS SERVICE TO/FROM WILDRIDGE.
ONLY TOWN I KNOW OF THAT CHARGES VIN INSPECTIONS.
OVERALL CONTENT, I DO WISH THERE WAS A WAY FOR THE TOWN TO BETTER CAPITALIZE ON BEAVER CREEK AND
THE SKIER/ VISITOR OPPORTUNITIES. A PARKING STRUCTURE, WITH A BETTER ACCESS POINT THAN THE 3 LIFT
WESTIN WOULD BE GREAT. PERHAPS EVEN INTO THE SEASONS AS THEY ONCE SPECULATED. THAT WOULD GIVE
THE DOWNTOWN A MORE PARK CITY FEEL.
OVERALL GOOD, SO THIS SHOULD NOT BE AN AREA OF FOCUS.
OVERALL VERY HIGH, BETTER FOCUS ON BIKE INFRASTRUCTURE, ESPECIALLY ADDING UPHILL SHOULDERS.
PARA MI, TODO ESTA (ASI) PERFECTO SOLAMENTE HACE FALTA MAS TIENDAS MAS ECONOMICAS PARA LAS PERSONAS
DE BAJOR RECURSOS. (FOR ME, EVERYTHING IS WELL, PERFECT, ONLY IT DOES NEED MORE SHOPS, MORE
ECONOMY FOR PEOPLE OF THE LOW INCOME FAMILIES.)
PARKING IS A BIG PROBLEM. VERY CONCERNED ABOUT OUT OF CONTROL DOG PARKS!
PAY ATTENTION TO THE RESIDENTS AS MUCH OR MORE THAN THE TOURISTS. LIMIT THE COMMERCIAL VENUES AND IF
SUPPORTED THEY SHOULD PAY FOR DEVELOPMENT AND MAINTENANCE OF THE FACILITIES AND COMMUNITY.
PEOPLE ARE GETTING AWAY WITH TRAFFIC VIOLATIONS. SO MANY PEOPLE ARE RUNNING STOP SIGNS ALSO THE
ROUNDABOUTS ARE VERY CONFUSING. I DON'T KNOW WHICH LANE TO TAKE INSIDE, OUTSIDE, AND OTHER LANES
TO TURN.
PEOPLE IN THE AREA, LIKE KIDS, FEEL THE POLICE ARE MENACING. THEY NEVER WAVE OR SAY HI. THE 911
EMERGENCY CAMP THAT WAS PUT ON FOR KIDS WAS GREAT.
PEOPLE NEED TO SLOW DOWN ON AVON ROAD, LOTS OF NEAR PEDESTRIAN/CAR ACCIDENTS.
PLEASE CONSIDER EXTENDING THE HOURS OF THE BLACK LINE AND OTHER BUS SERVICES MAKE V.R. CONTRIBUTE
MONEY. (USE MARIJUANA TAX MONEY - DON'T GO AGAINST DEMOCRACY!)
PODRIAN DEJAR EL TRANSPORTE DEL AVON PARA SIEMPRE.
POLICE - ALWAYS FRIENDLY, I FEEL VERY SAFE, SO GREAT JOB. SNOW REMOVAL - EXCELLENT! PARKS AND THE
FLOWERS AND SO ON ALWAYS LOOK GREAT - SO AGAIN, GREAT JOB. (I AM A LITTLE NERVOUS ABOUT THE NEW
PLANTINGS IN THE MAIN STREET... DON'T LIKE IT SO FAR, BUT MAYBE AS IT FILLS IN IT WILL LOOK BETTER -
EXAMPLE - DRIVING NORTH TOWARD NOTTINGHAM ROAD... YOU GET TO THAT LAST CIRCLE AND YOU LOOK AT
THE PLANTINGS THEY JUST DID AND THEN LOOK AT THE HILL - BEHIND THE SMOKEY BEAR SIGN - AND THE NEW
PLANTINGS LOOK JUST LIKE THE WEEDS ON THE HILL! - BUT I WILL GIVE IT TIME TO SEE IF IT IMPROVES!) SORRY,
GOT ON A TANGENT THERE! LOVE THAT THEY CLEAN THE STREETS AFTER THE WINTER...OVERALL, I THINK THE
TOWN DOES A GREAT JOB.
POLICE ARE EXCELLENT! EVERYTHING IS EXCELLENT!
POLICE ATTITUDE IS NOT FRIENDLY, THEY SCARE ME.
POLICE GIVE LOCALS TICKETS WITH NOT FIRST WARNING ON SENSELESS INFRACTIONS, BUT IF IT'S A NON-RESIDENT
THEY ARE SO POLITE AND JUST TALK TO THEM - NO WARNING, NO TICKET.
POLICE HARASSMENT WAITS OUTSIDE RESTAURANTS AND ARRESTS YOU FOR ONE GLASS OF WINE.
POLICE LIKE TO HARASS RATHER THAN PROTECT AND SERVE.
POLICE NEED TO DO A BETTER JOB SLOWING DRIVERS DOWN!
POLICE PATROL NEEDS TO BE INCREASED TO BETTER ENFORCE THE ISSUE STATED PREVIOUSLY AT THE WESTIN
RIVERFRONT INTERSECTION. ALSO, THE SECTION OF HURD LANE AFTER BURGER KING, STARBUCKS IS OFTEN
USED AS A SPEED TRACK FOR SOME DRIVERS. WE LIVE ON HURD LANE AND WOULD LOVE TO SEE THE SPEED LIMIT
ENFORCED BETTER.
POLICE PATROLS IN OUR NEIGHBORHOOD ARE FINE FOR SAFETY, BUT WE ARE SICK AND TIRED OF SEEING POLICE HIDE
IN, AND LEADING TO, WILDRIDGE TO HAMMER PEOPLE GOING A LITTLE OVER SPEED LIMITS THAT ARE SET
UNREASONABLY LOW BY 5 TO 10 MPH IN ALL ZONES. BACK OFF!
POLICE PRESENCE IN PARK DUE TO POT AND OFF LEASH DOGS.
POLICE SEEM YOUNG AND LACKING EXPERIENCE. WOULD LIKE TO SEE THEM A LITTLE MORE INVOLVED WITH BEING
FRIENDLY AND THERE TO SERVE, RATHER THAN INTIMIDATE. RECENTLY WHILE VISITING LOUISVILLE, WITNESSED
THE POLICE WALKING AROUND GREETING EVERYONE WITH HANDSHAKES AND HUGS. BUILDING COMMUNITY
RELATIONS - WAS SO NICE TO SEE.
POLICE SERVICE/PATROLS NEED TO BE INCREASED IN WILDRIDGE IN EVENING DUE TO EXCESSIVE SPEED OF DIRT
BIKERS ON STREETS.
POLICE SHOULD BE LESS INTERESTED IN WRITING TICKETS AND MORE INVOLVED IN PARTICIPATING IN COMMUNITY.
POLICE SHOULD ISSUE A WARNING FOR ITEMS SUCH AS NOT WEARING A SEAT BELT IN TOWN, NOT A HIGH PRICED
TICKET. MOST SERVICES PRETTY GOOD, COST OF WATER IS HIGHER THAN FOR NEARBY COMMUNITIES. CITY
COUNCIL AND TOWN PLANNERS NEED TO BE MORE THOUGHTFUL WITH DEVELOPING COMPREHENSIVE AND
ECONOMIC PLANS RATHER THAN JUST THROWING MONEY AT PARTIAL SOLUTIONS. I.E. PURCHASE OF THE SKIER
BUILDING, DOING A FAST TRACK EXTREMELY EXPENSIVE CONCERT STAGE, EXPECTING MAIN STREET TO SUCCEED
WITHOUT ANY PARKING.
POLICE WATCHING FOR CARS TO PULL OVER, SO I STAY HOME. NEVER EVEN GO OUT TO EAT.
POR EL MOMENTO TODO BIEN CON EL TRANSPORTE EXCELENTE. (FOR THE MOMENT EVERYTHING IS WELL WITH
EXCELLENT TRANSPORTATION.)
POSSIBLE BIKE PATROL THROUGHOUT AVON TO INCREASE VISIBILITY.
POSSIBLY DO AN EMAIL BLAST TO THE RESIDENTS ON A WEEKLY OR MONTHLY BASIS WITH CURRENT EVENTS AND
NEWS WITHIN AVON, CITY GOVERNMENT ISSUES, ETC.
POST OFFICE IS THE BEST PLACE TO WALK IN, AND ONLY BECAUSE OF PAULINE!
PROVIDE SHELTERS AT THE BUS STOPS.
PUBLIC WORKS AND POLICE HAVE BEEN VERY GOOD TO WORK WITH WHEN THERE HAS BEEN ANY PROBLEMS.
PUBLISH BUS SCHEDULE IN VAIL DAILY. MORE POLICE PRESENCE AT CROSSWALKS TO OBSERVE DRIVERS WHO DON'T
STOP. WE'VE HAD THIS HAPPEN MANY TIMES. CONSIDER AN OFFICER ON FOOT PATROL.
PUT IN A MIXED USE AREA LIKE EDWARDS' RIVERWALK.
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PUT THE STOP SIGN BACK ON OLD TRAIL ROAD AT DRAW SPUR. TOO EASY TO SPEED IN THAT STRETCH OF
NEIGHBORHOOD ROAD.
QUE HUBIERA MAS CAMIONES GRATIS PARA DIFERENTES LADOS.
QUIT WHITTLING AWAY AT THE PARK WITH MORE ASPHALT AND STRUCTURES - OPEN GRASSY AREAS AND LESS
PARKING, ORGANIZED AREAS WITH NO GRASS!
QUIT WRITING STUPID TRAFFIC TICKETS.
RESTRICT THE BRIGHT LIGHTS (BANKS) AT NIGHT.
RETURN DIAL A RIDE TO WILDRIDGE TO TRANSIT CENTER.
SAFETY AROUND THE PARK AT NIGHT.
SEAT BELT ENFORCEMENT FEELS LIKE TAXATION THROUGH CITATION. I INADVERTENTLY MISSED A SEAT BELT
VIOLATION APPEARANCE, WAS ISSUED A BENCH WARRANT, AND HAD TOWN POLICE VISIT MY HOME AND PLACE
OF EMPLOYMENT LOOKING FOR ME— ALL OVER A $130 VIOLATION. WHEN I WENT TO THE STATION TO RESOLVE
THE ISSUE, I WAS 'PROCESSED' AND USHERED TO AN ATM IN THE BACK OF A SQUAD CAR LIKE SOME KIND OF
ACTUAL CRIMINAL. I WAS NOT RELEASED UNTIL I HAD SURRENDERED THE REQUIRED AMOUNT OF CASH TO THE
TOWN. THE TREATMENT I RECEIVED DURING THIS ENCOUNTER WAS EMBARRASSING, UNETHICAL, AND CERTAINLY
OVER-THE-TOP FOR A MINOR SEAT BELT INFRACTION.
SEEMS ODD THAT POLICE OFFICERS CAMP OUT ON METCALF ROAD, CHECKING SPEEDS. I HAVE LIVED IN WILDRIDGE
OVER A DECADE AND CAN'T EVEN COUNT ONE HANDFUL OF SPEED RELATED INCIDENTS ON OUR ROAD. I DON'T SEE
THE SAME ATTENTION PAID ON THE MORE AFFLUENT SIDE OF THE VALLEY.
SNOW PLOWING AND GRAVEL ARE KEY!
SNOW REMOVAL HAS ALWAYS BEEN GREAT. KEEP IT UP! THE POLICE TONE SEEMS FINE TO ME, I DONT UNDERSTAND
WHY THERE SEEM TO BE ILL FEELINGS THERE.
SNOW REMOVAL IS EXCELLENT!
SOME KIDS' NIGHT OUT...MAYBE A SWIMMING COURSE FOR THE STUDENT.
SOMETIMES THE STENCH AT THE RIVER PATH BY THE WATER TREATMENT PLANT IS TOO STRONG. WHILE THE TOWN
OF AVON PROBABLY CAN'T CONTROL IT, YOU POSSIBLY HAVE MORE INFLUENCE ON THIS WATER TREATMENT
SERVICE THAT YOU ARE CURRENTLY EXERTING.
SPEED ENFORCEMENT ON ROAD BETWEEN CHAPEL SQUARE AND TAER PLAZA IS TOO AGGRESSIVE. WHY IS THE
SPEED LIMIT THERE ONLY 30 MPH?
STREET NAMES ARE CONFUSING, SO MANY OF THEM ARE SIMILAR, WITH NO DIRECTIONAL INDICATORS TO TELL THE
DIFFERENCE. IT’S AWFUL FOR VISITORS AND PEOPLE JUST MOVING HERE.
TELL THE HIGHWAY PATROL TO BACK OFF ON TICKETS. THEY DO IT TO MAKE REVENUE.
THANK YOU FOR THE MAY REFUSE FREE REMOVAL.
THANK YOU.
THANKS FOR ALL YOUR ON-GOING EFFORTS.
THANKS TO THE POLICE DEPARTMENT FOR HELP IN A PERSONAL (DOMESTIC) MATTER.
THE BIKE RIDERS ARE NOT FOLLOWING THE SAME RULES AS CAR DRIVERS. I THINK THEY SHOULD BE TAXED AND HAVE
A LICENSE PLATE IN ORDER TO RIDE.
THE BUS AND ALL THE CITY WORKERS ARE GREAT. IT'S NICE TO HAVE SUCH BIG CITY AMENITIES IN A SMALL TOWN.
THE FARMERS' MARKET ON SATURDAYS IS OVER KILL. THERE ARE ALREADY 2 OTHERS THAT DAY IN THE VALLEY.
MAYBE COME UP WITH ANOTHER EVENT.
THE NEW MUSIC STADIUM IS A GREAT ADDITION TO PARK.
THE NOTTINGHAM PARK AREA AROUND THE BEACH DOESN'T HAVE ANY TOILETS AND WE HAVE HAD MANY OF OUR
NEIGHBORS AND FRIENDS SAY THAT THE TOWN SPENT SO MUCH MONEY ON THE NEW STAGE ON THE LAKE, BUT
THERE HAS BEEN NO UP-GRADE TO THE TOILET FACILITIES TO ACCOMMODATE THE EXTRA PEOPLE ENJOYING THE
AREA. THE OLD BATHROOMS ARE OUT DATED AND DIRTY. THERE NEEDS TO BE A BATHROOM BLOCK NEAR THE
BEACH SIDE OF THE LAKE SINCE IT HAS BECOME SO POPULAR, AS WELL AS PARKING SPACE TO ACCOMMODATE THE
PEOPLE USING THE BEACH. THE PARK IS SO FULL, CARS ARE PARKING ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. MAYBE THE
ROAD CAN BE WIDENED TO ACCOMMODATE A PARKING STRIP FOR SUMMER TRAFFIC? WE HAVE REALLY MISSED
THE ICE SKATING USE OF THE LAKE DURING WINTER. PRAISE TO THE TOWN FOR TRYING TO ACCOMMODATE ONE
IN FRONT OF THE REC CENTER LAST YEAR, BUT AS SOON AS THE DAYS GOT A LITTLE WARM, THE ICE SOFTENED UP
VERY QUICK.
THE OFF RAMP FROM I-70 WESTBOUND TO AVON WAS 3 LANES; IT IS NOW 2 LANES. THIS IS A BIG MISTAKE AND
WILL ADD TO CONGESTING I-70 WEST AND ACCESS TO AVON.
THE POLICE FORCE ARE OUT TO ENTRAP TOURISTS AND LOCALS.
THE POLICE HOUND THE LOCALS THAT LIVE IN WILDWOOD AND WILDRIDGE. THEY ARE ALWAYS HIDING OUT ON
METCALF AND NOTTINGHAM RD.
THE POLICE SEEM TO BE DETERMINED TO ENFORCE EVERY VIOLATION TO THE FULL EXTENT OF THE LAW. THIS IS A
RESORT TOWN - SHOW A LITTLE CONSIDERATION TO THOSE TRYING TO ENJOY, WHILE MAINTAINING PUBLIC
SAFETY.
THE POLICE 'SERVICE' SEEMS TO HAVE IMPROVED A LOT. MY 1ST EXPERIENCE WITH THE AVON POLICE LEFT A
LASTING IMPRESSION - AND NOT A GOOD ONE; THEY SEEM TO HAVE 'CHILLED OUT'.
THE RECYCLE AREA COULD BE PAVED AND HIDDEN BETTER BY LANDSCAPE.
THE ROADS AND BRIDGE DEPARTMENT CLOSED THE ROAD TO MY BUSINESS DURING THE BUSIEST TIME OF THE DAY IN
PEAK SEASON (JULY) TO RESEAL THE ROAD. I WAS NEVER NOTIFIED OF THIS CLOSURE AND IT COST ME SEVERAL
THOUSAND DOLLARS IN LOST BUSINESS. VERY POOR COMMUNICATION AND PLANNING. NO CLUE BY THE
PROJECT MANAGER AND PERSON AT TOWN WHO ALLOWED THAT. THANKS A LOT!
THE SIDEWALKS NEED TO BE SHOVELED FROM SNOW IN A TIMELY MANNER AFTER A STORM. AS A RESIDENT THAT
WALKS AROUND AVON FOR WORK AND TO RUN ERRANDS, I OFTEN AM FORCED TO WALK ON THE STREETS AFTER
A SNOWSTORM BECAUSE THEY ARE MORE CLEAR THAN THE SIDEWALKS. THIS CREATES A VERY UNSAFE SITUATION
FOR PEDESTRIANS AND VEHICLES. IF RESIDENTS ARE REQUIRED TO KEEP THEIR SIDEWALK PORTIONS CLEARED,
WHY IS THE TOWN NOT HELD TO THE SAME STANDARD?
THE SNOW REMOVAL IS GREAT. I KNOW OTHER AREAS OF THE VALLEY STRUGGLE WITH THIS. WE ARE IN WILDRIDGE
AND ALWAYS FEEL THAT THE ROADS ARE SAFE!
THE STOPLIGHT ON HWY 6 AND BEAVER CREEK BOULEVARD IS AWFUL AT NIGHT. I WORK NIGHTS IN BEAVER
CREEK AND COMING FROM THE WEST LOT AND TRYING TO CROSS HWY. 6 IS A NIGHTMARE. THE LIGHT RARELY
CHANGES HEADED NORTH AND SOUTH AFTER 9 P.M. YOU ARE FORCED TO RUN THE LIGHT, TURN RIGHT ON HWY
6 AND PULL A U-TURN OR GO OUT OF YOUR WAY TO AVOID THE LIGHT. WE NEED MORE LIGHTS ON THE RIVER
BIKE PATH. IT'S DANGEROUS AT NIGHT ON DIFFERENT STRETCHES. DOG PARK!
THE TOWN EMPLOYEES NEED TO BE MORE EFFICIENT WITH THEIR TIME.
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THE TOWN HAS AN EXCELLENT POLICE FORCE AT THE MOMENT. THEY ARE COMMITTED TO SERVING RESIDENTS WITH
A HELP FIRST, TICKET SECOND ATTITUDE. PUBLIC WORKS DOES A GREAT JOB AT KEEPING THE ROADS CLEAN OF
SNOW AND IN GOOD SHAPE. THE BUS SYSTEM COULD BE IMPROVED WITH MORE FREQUENCY. I LIVE NEAR THE
STOP BY AVON ELEMENTARY, BUT IT IS FASTER FOR ME TO WALK TO AVON STATION THAN IT IS TO WAIT FOR THE
AVON SHUTTLE. TOO MUCH EMPHASIS IS BEING PLACED ON GETTING PEOPLE TO BEAVER CREEK FOR DINNER AND
NOT ENOUGH ON THE RESIDENTS THAT MAKE THIS TOWN FUNCTION! CONTINUED SUPPORT AND INCREASED
SUPPORT OF THE PARKS AND TRAILS SYSTEMS (PAVED AND NOT PAVED). THE PAVED PATH BY BROOKSIDE IS IN
COMPLETE DISREPAIR. IT IS TERRIBLE TO BIKE ON DUE TO THE AMOUNT OF HEAVING FROM ROOTS AND GENERAL
DAMAGE. SPEND MORE MONEY ON FIXING ASSETS YOU HAVE THAN CONSTANTLY ADDING NEW ASSETS TO TOWN.
THE STAGE COULD HAVE BEEN CHEAPER ($1M) AND YOU COULD HAVE FIXED THIS AREA!
THE TOWN NEEDS TO START WORKING WITH THE AVON PD TO STOP THE PARTIES, BOOZING, POT-SMOKING, AND
OFF-LEASH DOGS GOING ON AT THE LAKE. IT HAS BECOME MUCH WORSE SINCE THE FRISBEE GOLF COURSE WENT
IN. THE BEACH IS GREAT, BUT TOO MANY PARTIES.
THE TOWN OF AVON SHOULD GET BEHIND THE LIBRARY'S AUTHOR EVENTS AND PROVIDE MORE OF THEM WITH
REALLY GOOD PR AND MARKETING. WE SHOULD BE HOSTING CRAFTS FAIRS AND CHAMBER MUSIC; LECTURES
AND ARTISTS.
THE TOWN TARGETS LOW INCOME AREAS FOR GROWTH AND IMPROVEMENT. THAT MONEY NEEDS TO GO TO BUSIER
AND MORE PRODUCTIVE PARTS OF TOWN.
THE YOUNGER POLICE ARE TROLLING FOR CHICKS. MY NIECE HAS BEEN PULLED OVER TWELVE TIMES. THE POLICE ARE
HANDING OUT CONTACT CARDS TO YOUNG GIRLS AND TOLD TO GIVE THEM A CALL. I FEEL THE POLICE SHOULD USE
PLASTIC BULLETS AND LEAVE THE REAL GUNS IN THE CAR UNTIL IT IS NEEDED. WE DON'T HAVE THAT MUCH REAL
VIOLENCE HERE. DON'T PUT UP MORE SIGNS ON THE ROUNDABOUTS. THEY ARE ALREADY UGLY ENOUGH.
THERE ARE SECTION OF THE SIDEWALK IN AVON THAT ARE NON-EXISTENT. I LIVE ON THE CORNER OF LAKE AND W
BEAVER CREEK BLVD. THE BRIDGE GOING OVER BUCK CREEK NEEDS A SIDEWALK OR AT LEAST A LITTLE MORE
ROOM BECAUSE I HAVE TO BASICALLY WALK OUT IN THE ROAD WITH MY FAMILY TO GO TO THE PARK. ALSO THE
SIDEWALK JUST ENDS IN FRONT OF THE SHERIDAN NEAR THE BUS STOP ON THE SOUTH SIDE OF BEAVER CREEK W
BLVD. THAT IS AN INCONVENIENCE AND NEEDS TO BE FINISHED THROUGH TO THE PARKING ENTRANCE TO THE
AVON CENTER.
THERE IS JUST TOO MANY FESTIVALS IN THE SUMMER EVERY WEEKEND. IT CAUSES TOO MUCH TRAFFIC CONGESTION.
THEY ARE FINE.
THEY ARE MEAN, ADVERSARIAL AND OUT TO GET CITIZENS IN THEIR SPEED TRAPS. NEVER A WAVE, SMILE,
COMMUNITY GESTURE PRESENCE IN PUBLIC PLACES FOR GOOD-WILL. VERY ANTI-COMMUNITY.
THEY CAN ALWAYS BE IMPROVED.
TO MANY AVON POLICE ON I-70. STAY IN AVON.
TODO ES TA MUY BIEN. (EVERYTHING IS VERY WELL)
TODOS LOS SERVICIOS ESTAU BIEN. (ALL THE SERVICES ARE WELL)
TOO MANY POLICE, CUT BUDGET HERE, TOO MANY SPEED TRAPS MAKING PEOPLE MAD FOR NO BENEFIT. GET RID OF
1/3 OF POLICE. NOT NEEDED.
TOO MANY SPEED TRAPS. IT MAKES AVON LOOK LIKE WE ARE BROKE AND NEED MONEY TO PAY POLICE AND
GOVERNMENT SERVICES. THE POLICE DO A GOOD JOB BUT THEY DON'T NEED TO STOP EVERYONE FOR GOING 5 OR
10 MILES OVER THE SPEED LIMIT.
TOO MUCH DEVELOPMENT; TOURISTS NEED TO BE REGULATED, NOT ONLY LOCALS. I DO NOT FEEL THAT THE TOWN
COUNCIL LISTENS TO THE CITIZENS HERE.
TOO MUCH POLICE PATROL ON WILDRIDGE ACCESS ROAD.
TOWN DID A FANTASTIC JOB DEVELOPING ITS WALKING MALL AND APRÈS SKI ENTERTAINMENT DURING THE 2015
WORLD CUP.
TOWN HALL FORUM FOR POLICE/FIRE RELOCATION.
TOWN SERVICES ARE MORE THAN ADEQUATE AND TOWN STAFF I HAVE DEALT WITH ARE PROFESSIONAL AND
HELPFUL.
TOWN SPENDS TOO MUCH MONEY ON SERVICES FOR PEOPLE WHO DON'T EVEN LIVE HERE.
TRAFFIC CONTROL FOR SPECIAL EVENTS AND FESTIVALS NEED TO BE IMPROVED AS WELL AS THE PARKING ISSUES.
TRAIN THE POLICE PERSONNEL TO BE MORE FRIENDLY. THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR CARING ABOUT COMMUNITY
INPUT.
VERY GOOD LITTER CONTROL. VERY SAFE WINTER STREETS.
VOLUNTEERS AT TOWN EVENTS ARE WONDERFUL AND APPRECIATED. PERHAPS VOLUNTEERS COULD PROVIDE MORE
SERVICES AT MINIMAL COST TO TOWN.
WE ARE A LOW CRIME AREA, YET THE 'POLICE PRESENCE' SHOUTS TO THE TOURISTS THERE IS A MAJOR PROBLEM.
WE ASKED FOR A SPEED BUMP ON THE EASTERN END OF EAGLEBEND DRIVE, BUT WERE IGNORED EVEN THOUGH
CARS ROUTINELY DRIVE THERE AT 30/35 MPH, AND THERE ARE SPEED BUMPS TO THE EAST!
WE DON'T NEED EXTENSIVE POLICE SPEED PRESENCE ON WILDRIDGE ROAD.
WE HAVE A GREAT WORKING RELATIONSHIP WITH THE POLICE DEPARTMENT.
WE JUST NEED TO KEEP PROMOTING AVON AS A SHOPPER FRIENDLY, PEDESTRIAN FRIENDLY TOWN!
WE LIVE IN WILDRIDGE AND SPEEDING IS AN ISSUE. THERE IS LITTLE ENFORCEMENT IN THE UPPER AREAS.
WE NEED A BETTER SYSTEM FOR RECYCLING AND DISPOSING OF CHRISTMAS TREES. AT THE MOMENT, THE ONLY ONE
I KNOW OF IS IN EAGLE VAIL. THE CARDBOARD RECYCLE CENTER HAS GONE AWAY.
WE NEED A FOOD BANK OR FOOD KITCHEN THAT CAN HELP LOCAL EMPLOYEES WHO ARE WORKING HERE BUT ARE
STRUGGLING, ESPECIALLY IN THE WINTER.
WE NEED A LAUNDRY FOR PEOPLE WHO DON'T HAVE WASHER/DRYER.
WE NEED CITY-WIDE TRASH SERVICE. WE COULD ALL SAVE MONEY.
WE NEED MORE RESTAURANTS AND BARS AND UPSCALE CLOTHING STORES.
WE ONLY SPEND A FEW MONTHS A YEAR IN AVON, AND BASED ON OUR EXPERIENCE, EVERYTHING IS GREAT. WE
HAVE BEEN DOING THIS SINCE 1999.
WHAT IS THE RATIO OF 'LEGAL' TAX PAYING RESIDENTS TO TRANSIENT WORKERS? TO MAINTAIN PROPERTY VALUES
THE TOWN NEEDS TO MAKE IT ATTRACTIVE TO INVESTORS RATHER THAN CATER TO LOW INCOME WORKERS.
WHY ARE YOU ALWAYS DIGGING UP THE LANDSCAPE IN THE ROUNDABOUTS? SEEMS LIKE A GREAT EXPENSE OR WAS
IT DONE PROPERLY TO BEGIN WITH.
WILLIE GREY IN BUILDING DEPARTMENT IS A GEM.
WINTER PLOWING (ON NOTTINGHAM RD.) SEEMS ADEQUATE AND FAIRLY TIMELY.
WISH THE BUS ROUTE COVERED A LARGER AREA.
WISH THE POLICE WOULD STOP THE CARS TAKING LEFT TURNS FROM THE WESTIN ONTO AVON RD. WHENEVER
THERE ISN'T A POLICE PRESENCE PEOPLE TAKE THAT LEFT TURN ILLEGALLY.
WOULD LIKE TO HAVE HANEWALD BARN.
WOULD LIKE TO HAVE SHUTTLE SERVICES FROM WILDRIDGE TO SKI RESORTS.
WOULD LIKE TO SEE HIGHER MAINTENANCE AND UPKEEP STANDARDS FOR COMMERCIAL BUILDINGS WITH TOWN
CODE ENFORCEMENT. POLICE FOOT PATROL IN COMMERCIAL AREAS. I THINK WOULD BE GREAT.
RESEARCH & POLLING, INC.
TOWN OF AVON, COLORADO – COMMUNITY SURVEY
SEPTEMBER 2015 PAGE 89
COMMENTS/SUGGESTIONS RELATING TO DIFFERENT SERVICES PROVIDED BY THE TOWN OF AVON
VERBATIM RESPONSES
WOULD LIKE TO SEE MORE SPEED ENFORCEMENT IN WILDRIDGE. REALLY ENJOY THE TRAIL AND THE BIKE FRIENDLY
NATURE OF TOWN.
WOULD LIKE TO SEE SAFE BICYCLING LAWS ENFORCED. CYCLIST ARE HOGGING CAR LANES ON ROADWAYS RATHER
THAN USING THE SAFE SPACE ALONGSIDE AND FORCING CARS TO ILLEGALLY CROSS DOUBLE YELLOW LINE AND
JEOPARDIZE CAR DRIVERS SAFETY. BIKE PATHS THAT ARE COMPLETELY OFF THE ROAD WOULD BE MUCH SAFER FOR
ALL.
WOULD LIKE TO SEE THE CONTINUATION OF THE BIKE AND HIKING PATH ON HWY 6 IN ORDER TO SAFELY BIKE SOUTH
ON 6.
WOULD LOVE TO HAVE MORE OPTIONS TO GET TO BEAVER CREEK. E.G BETTER BUS SERVICE TO BC VILLAGE
AND/OR WALKWAYS AND PEDESTRIAN BRIDGES TO AVON PARKING LOTS. WOULD ALSO LIKE BETTER ACCESS TO
NOTTINGHAM LAKE. OUR FAMILY IS WALKING OVER RAILROAD TRACK FROM LIFTVIEW AND IT NOT CONVENIENT
WITH BIKES AND/OR OUR PET DOG SOMETIMES.
WOULD LOVE TO SEE BUS SERVICE AVAILABLE IN WILDRIDGE OR SOME PARKING AVAILABLE AT THE TRANSIT STOP.
YES, FOLLOW THE US CONSTITUTION. DON'T CALL ME INTO YOUR COP SHOP 3 TIMES OVER BRINGING UP 20 YEARS
PAST CALLING ME ANTI-GOVERNMENT. LEARN YOUR US CONSTITUTION 1ST AMENDMENT TO START WITH.
PROFILE LITERALLY INSIDE THE BUS - CORRUPTION, UNDER COVER COMMIES/RUSSIA.
YOUR PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF HAS AN OBVIOUS BIAS TOWARD GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT. THEY DO NOT
EVALUATE PROJECTS FAIRLY AND WITHOUT BIAS. ALSO, THEY SHOULD TIGHTEN UP UPON BETTER AESTHETICS AND
ABSOLUTELY WITHOUT QUESTION INSIST UPON LIKE ZONING AND LIKE DEVELOPMENT IN CONTIGUOUS AREAS.
FURTHER, THERE ARE TOO MANY DEVELOPERS ON THE PLANNING COMMISSION; THIS GIVES AVON'S WHOLE
PROCESS AN UNFAIR BIAS. PEOPLE ARE SOPHISTICATED ENOUGH TO SEE THIS AND TO RECOMMEND TO FRIENDS
AND FAMILY NOT TO BUY IN AVON. SERIOUSLY CONSIDER ACCEPTING WELL-QUALIFIED PEOPLE WHO OWN IN
AVON TO BE ON THE PLANNING COMMISSION EVEN IF AVON IS NOT THEIR PERMANENT RESIDENCE. THIS WOULD
ADD AN IMPORTANT AND UNREPRESENTED INVESTMENT PERSPECTIVE TO THE COMMISSION. FINALLY, SERIOUSLY
CONSIDER RETRAINING OR REHIRING THE PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF.
RESEARCH & POLLING, INC.
TOWN OF AVON, COLORADO – COMMUNITY SURVEY
SEPTEMBER 2015 PAGE 90
PRIORITY LEVEL FOR IMPROVING VARIOUS QUALITY OF LIFE FACTORS IN AVON:
AN ELEVATED WALKWAY OVER AVON ROAD THAT CONNECTS EAST AND WEST AVON
QUESTION 21: PLEASE RATE HOW MUCH OF A PRIORITY YOU FEEL THE FOLLOWING ITEMS ARE FOR IMPROVING THE QUALITY OF LIFE IN AVON, USING A 5-POINT SCALE, WHERE 5 IS A VERY HIGH PRIORITY AND 1 IS A VERY LOW PRIORITY. AN
ELEVATED WALKWAY OVER AVON ROAD THAT CONNECTS EAST AND WEST AVON. AN ELEVATED WALKWAY OVER AVON ROAD THAT CONNECTS EAST AND WEST AVON
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
GENDER ETHNICITY AGE HOUSEHOLD INCOME
MALE FEMALE WHITE HISPANIC
18 TO 34
YEARS
35 TO 49
YEARS
50 TO 64
YEARS
65 YEARS
OR OLDER
LESS THAN
$30,000
$30,000
TO
$49,999
$50,000
TO
$79,999
$80,000
TO
$99,999
$100,000
TO
$174,999
$175,000
TO
$249,999
$250,000
OR MORE
5 – VERY HIGH PRIORITY 21% 21% 20% 19% 25% 23% 23% 22% 11% 38% 31% 19% 16% 18% 19% 16%
4 17% 14% 20% 16% 29% 19% 19% 16% 13% 29% 12% 18% 17% 19% 14% 15%
3 20% 20% 19% 20% 23% 26% 18% 18% 23% 11% 24% 20% 22% 17% 23% 21%
2 11% 11% 11% 12% 3% 8% 15% 10% 10% - 14% 10% 10% 10% 15% 16%
1 - VERY LOW PRIORITY 27% 30% 24% 29% 13% 22% 23% 29% 37% 13% 19% 33% 29% 32% 25% 27%
DON'T KNOW 4% 2% 5% 4% 7% 1% 2% 5% 6% 8% - 1% 6% 3% 4% 6%
MEAN † 2.9 2.8 3.0 2.9 3.5 3.1 3.0 2.9 2.5 3.9 3.2 2.8 2.8 2.8 2.9 2.8
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
CHILDREN UNDER 18 REGISTERED VOTER RESIDENCY HOME OWNERSHIP BUSINESS OWNERSHIP
YES NO YES NO
FULL-TIME
RESIDENT
LIVING IN
AVON
PART-TIME
RESIDENT
OF AVON
DO NOT
LIVE IN
AVON
OWN A
PRIMARY
HOME IN
AVON
OWN A
SECOND
HOME IN
AVON
RENT IN
AVON YES NO
5 – VERY HIGH PRIORITY 21% 22% 20% 20% 20% 21% 18% 26% 20% 17% 28% 25% 20%
4 17% 15% 18% 17% 18% 17% 15% 23% 15% 14% 22% 21% 16%
3 20% 21% 19% 17% 23% 18% 23% 25% 16% 24% 21% 14% 21%
2 11% 12% 11% 13% 9% 13% 11% 4% 14% 10% 7% 10% 12%
1 - VERY LOW PRIORITY 27% 26% 28% 29% 26% 28% 30% 14% 32% 30% 17% 29% 27%
DON'T KNOW 4% 4% 4% 3% 5% 3% 4% 7% 3% 5% 4% 2% 4%
MEAN † 2.9 2.9 2.9 2.9 3.0 2.9 2.8 3.5 2.8 2.8 3.4 3.0 2.9
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
AREA OF TOWN LENGTH OF RESIDENCY
EAST
COMMERCIAL &
RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
WEST
COMMERCIAL
& RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
NOTTINGHAM
PARK/
SUNRIDGE/
LIFTVIEW/
BROOKSIDE
AREA
ASPENS
MOBILE HOME
VILLAGE/
WESTLAKE
VILLAGE
AREAS
NOTTINGHAM
RD/
METCALF RD
AREAS
WILDRIDGE/
WILDWOOD
AREAS
HURD LANE/
EAGLEBEND
AREAS
1 TO 2
YEARS
3 TO 4
YEARS
5 TO 7
YEARS 8 TO 10 YEARS
11 TO 14
YEARS
15 TO 19
YEARS
MORE THAN
20 YEARS
5 – VERY HIGH PRIORITY 21% 45% 26% 17% 16% 30% 12% 24% 20% 21% 17% 24% 19% 15% 24%
4 17% 16% 22% 14% 29% 15% 17% 14% 19% 16% 22% 17% 16% 14% 15%
3 20% 22% 18% 21% 23% 13% 19% 24% 16% 25% 21% 20% 24% 18% 17%
2 11% 3% 5% 15% 9% 7% 15% 12% 15% 9% 9% 11% 13% 15% 8%
1 - VERY LOW PRIORITY 27% 12% 27% 28% 15% 29% 34% 22% 20% 26% 28% 23% 26% 37% 31%
DON'T KNOW 4% 3% 3% 4% 8% 6% 3% 4% 9% 2% 2% 5% 2% 1% 5%
MEAN † 2.9 3.8 3.1 2.8 3.3 3.1 2.6 3.1 3.0 3.0 2.9 3.1 2.9 2.6 2.9
† THE MEAN SCORE IS DERIVED BY TAKING THE AVERAGE SCORE BASED ON THE 5-POINT SCALE. THE VERY HIGH PRIORITY RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 5; THE VERY LOW PRIORITY RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 1. THE DON’T KNOW/WON’T SAY RESPONSES
ARE EXCLUDED FROM THE CALCULATION OF THE MEAN.
RESEARCH & POLLING, INC.
TOWN OF AVON, COLORADO – COMMUNITY SURVEY
SEPTEMBER 2015 PAGE 91
PRIORITY LEVEL FOR IMPROVING VARIOUS QUALITY OF LIFE FACTORS IN AVON:
PROVIDING MORE PARKING SPACES IN THE COMMERCIAL AREAS OF TOWN, INCLUDING NOTTINGHAM PARK/LAKE
QUESTION 22: PLEASE RATE HOW MUCH OF A PRIORITY YOU FEEL THE FOLLOWING ITEMS ARE FOR IMPROVING THE QUALITY OF LIFE IN AVON, USING A 5-POINT SCALE, WHERE 5 IS A VERY HIGH PRIORITY AND 1 IS A VERY LOW PRIORITY. AN
ELEVATED WALKWAY OVER AVON ROAD THAT CONNECTS EAST AND WEST AVON. PROVIDING MORE PARKING SPACES IN THE COMMERCIAL AREAS OF TOWN, INCLUDING NOTTINGHAM PARK/LAKE
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
GENDER ETHNICITY AGE HOUSEHOLD INCOME
MALE FEMALE WHITE HISPANIC
18 TO 34
YEARS
35 TO 49
YEARS
50 TO 64
YEARS
65 YEARS
OR OLDER
LESS THAN
$30,000
$30,000
TO
$49,999
$50,000
TO
$79,999
$80,000
TO
$99,999
$100,000
TO
$174,999
$175,000
TO
$249,999
$250,000
OR MORE
5 – VERY HIGH PRIORITY 27% 23% 30% 26% 36% 29% 29% 25% 24% 49% 33% 26% 24% 25% 30% 16%
4 26% 26% 26% 26% 29% 17% 29% 28% 23% 17% 22% 31% 24% 32% 25% 25%
3 26% 27% 24% 26% 21% 36% 25% 23% 23% 14% 24% 27% 30% 23% 31% 30%
2 9% 9% 9% 9% 5% 10% 9% 9% 9% 5% 7% 10% 9% 11% 5% 10%
1 - VERY LOW PRIORITY 10% 12% 8% 10% 9% 8% 8% 11% 15% 15% 12% 4% 11% 7% 4% 15%
DON'T KNOW 3% 3% 3% 3% - - 1% 4% 6% - 1% 2% 2% 2% 4% 5%
MEAN † 3.5 3.4 3.6 3.5 3.8 3.5 3.6 3.5 3.3 3.8 3.6 3.7 3.4 3.6 3.8 3.2
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
CHILDREN UNDER 18 REGISTERED VOTER RESIDENCY HOME OWNERSHIP BUSINESS OWNERSHIP
YES NO YES NO
FULL-TIME
RESIDENT
LIVING IN
AVON
PART-TIME
RESIDENT
OF AVON
DO NOT
LIVE IN
AVON
OWN A
PRIMARY
HOME IN
AVON
OWN A
SECOND
HOME IN
AVON
RENT IN
AVON YES NO
5 – VERY HIGH PRIORITY 27% 30% 25% 28% 25% 30% 18% 32% 28% 18% 34% 33% 25%
4 26% 30% 25% 25% 26% 25% 28% 26% 27% 28% 22% 32% 24%
3 26% 23% 27% 25% 27% 25% 28% 22% 25% 27% 26% 22% 27%
2 9% 12% 8% 10% 8% 9% 10% 4% 10% 10% 6% 7% 10%
1 - VERY LOW PRIORITY 10% 5% 12% 10% 11% 9% 14% 7% 8% 15% 11% 6% 11%
DON'T KNOW 3% 1% 3% 2% 3% 2% 2% 9% 3% 3% - 1% 3%
MEAN † 3.5 3.7 3.4 3.5 3.5 3.6 3.3 3.8 3.6 3.3 3.6 3.8 3.4
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
AREA OF TOWN LENGTH OF RESIDENCY
EAST
COMMERCIAL &
RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
WEST
COMMERCIAL
& RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
NOTTINGHAM
PARK/
SUNRIDGE/
LIFTVIEW/
BROOKSIDE
AREA
ASPENS
MOBILE HOME
VILLAGE/
WESTLAKE
VILLAGE
AREAS
NOTTINGHAM
RD/
METCALF RD
AREAS
WILDRIDGE/
WILDWOOD
AREAS
HURD LANE/
EAGLEBEND
AREAS
1 TO 2
YEARS
3 TO 4
YEARS
5 TO 7
YEARS 8 TO 10 YEARS
11 TO 14
YEARS
15 TO 19
YEARS
MORE THAN
20 YEARS
5 – VERY HIGH PRIORITY 27% 30% 27% 23% 33% 36% 26% 28% 21% 36% 17% 28% 28% 27% 27%
4 26% 34% 28% 20% 23% 27% 30% 20% 24% 24% 26% 25% 30% 28% 25%
3 26% 16% 19% 36% 33% 23% 23% 27% 33% 20% 28% 28% 20% 24% 28%
2 9% 10% 10% 5% 6% 8% 10% 11% 10% 5% 18% 10% 7% 9% 7%
1 - VERY LOW PRIORITY 10% 8% 14% 12% 5% 2% 9% 12% 10% 13% 11% 6% 10% 11% 10%
DON'T KNOW 3% 3% 2% 4% - 4% 2% 2% 3% 2% - 3% 4% 2% 3%
MEAN † 3.5 3.7 3.5 3.4 3.7 3.9 3.5 3.4 3.4 3.7 3.2 3.6 3.6 3.5 3.5
† THE MEAN SCORE IS DERIVED BY TAKING THE AVERAGE SCORE BASED ON THE 5-POINT SCALE. THE VERY HIGH PRIORITY RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 5; THE VERY LOW PRIORITY RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 1. THE DON’T KNOW/WON’T SAY RESPONSES
ARE EXCLUDED FROM THE CALCULATION OF THE MEAN.
RESEARCH & POLLING, INC.
TOWN OF AVON, COLORADO – COMMUNITY SURVEY
SEPTEMBER 2015 PAGE 92
PRIORITY LEVEL FOR IMPROVING VARIOUS QUALITY OF LIFE FACTORS IN AVON:
MORE PUBLIC BATHROOMS AROUND NOTTINGHAM PARK/LAKE
QUESTION 23: PLEASE RATE HOW MUCH OF A PRIORITY YOU FEEL THE FOLLOWING ITEMS ARE FOR IMPROVING THE QUALITY OF LIFE IN AVON, USING A 5-POINT SCALE, WHERE 5 IS A VERY HIGH PRIORITY AND 1 IS A VERY LOW PRIORITY. AN
ELEVATED WALKWAY OVER AVON ROAD THAT CONNECTS EAST AND WEST AVON. MORE PUBLIC BATHROOMS AROUND NOTTINGHAM PARK/LAKE
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
GENDER ETHNICITY AGE HOUSEHOLD INCOME
MALE FEMALE WHITE HISPANIC
18 TO 34
YEARS
35 TO 49
YEARS
50 TO 64
YEARS
65 YEARS
OR OLDER
LESS THAN
$30,000
$30,000
TO
$49,999
$50,000
TO
$79,999
$80,000
TO
$99,999
$100,000
TO
$174,999
$175,000
TO
$249,999
$250,000
OR MORE
5 – VERY HIGH PRIORITY 23% 19% 27% 21% 40% 30% 28% 19% 14% 49% 36% 26% 25% 18% 14% 13%
4 26% 27% 25% 27% 27% 20% 28% 25% 30% 12% 30% 23% 27% 32% 38% 20%
3 28% 29% 27% 28% 20% 32% 26% 30% 24% 20% 23% 33% 21% 29% 30% 35%
2 10% 12% 8% 11% - 10% 10% 11% 9% 4% 7% 10% 10% 12% 5% 15%
1 - VERY LOW PRIORITY 9% 11% 7% 9% 9% 5% 7% 10% 14% 11% 2% 6% 15% 6% 10% 11%
DON'T KNOW 4% 2% 6% 4% 4% 2% 1% 5% 8% 4% 3% 3% 2% 3% 4% 6%
MEAN † 3.5 3.3 3.6 3.4 3.9 3.6 3.6 3.4 3.2 3.9 3.9 3.5 3.4 3.4 3.4 3.1
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
CHILDREN UNDER 18 REGISTERED VOTER RESIDENCY HOME OWNERSHIP BUSINESS OWNERSHIP
YES NO YES NO
FULL-TIME
RESIDENT
LIVING IN
AVON
PART-TIME
RESIDENT
OF AVON
DO NOT
LIVE IN
AVON
OWN A
PRIMARY
HOME IN
AVON
OWN A
SECOND
HOME IN
AVON
RENT IN
AVON YES NO
5 – VERY HIGH PRIORITY 23% 32% 20% 27% 17% 28% 13% 19% 24% 11% 40% 24% 23%
4 26% 28% 25% 25% 28% 25% 27% 28% 26% 27% 23% 26% 26%
3 28% 23% 30% 27% 30% 27% 31% 28% 29% 32% 21% 27% 28%
2 10% 8% 11% 10% 10% 9% 14% 6% 10% 13% 7% 8% 11%
1 - VERY LOW PRIORITY 9% 8% 9% 8% 10% 8% 10% 9% 9% 11% 6% 11% 8%
DON'T KNOW 4% 1% 5% 3% 6% 2% 5% 12% 3% 6% 3% 4% 4%
MEAN † 3.5 3.7 3.4 3.5 3.3 3.6 3.2 3.5 3.5 3.2 3.9 3.5 3.5
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
AREA OF TOWN LENGTH OF RESIDENCY
EAST
COMMERCIAL &
RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
WEST
COMMERCIAL
& RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
NOTTINGHAM
PARK/
SUNRIDGE/
LIFTVIEW/
BROOKSIDE
AREA
ASPENS
MOBILE HOME
VILLAGE/
WESTLAKE
VILLAGE
AREAS
NOTTINGHAM
RD/
METCALF RD
AREAS
WILDRIDGE/
WILDWOOD
AREAS
HURD LANE/
EAGLEBEND
AREAS
1 TO 2
YEARS
3 TO 4
YEARS
5 TO 7
YEARS 8 TO 10 YEARS
11 TO 14
YEARS
15 TO 19
YEARS
MORE THAN
20 YEARS
5 – VERY HIGH PRIORITY 23% 18% 23% 20% 36% 22% 21% 33% 17% 24% 22% 28% 30% 21% 19%
4 26% 30% 28% 29% 22% 31% 23% 21% 23% 20% 21% 27% 30% 28% 26%
3 28% 32% 26% 26% 28% 25% 29% 30% 36% 35% 39% 29% 15% 25% 26%
2 10% 10% 11% 10% 8% 11% 11% 6% 15% 11% 10% 4% 11% 9% 12%
1 - VERY LOW PRIORITY 9% 5% 10% 9% 5% 5% 13% 7% 4% 5% 6% 6% 11% 13% 12%
DON'T KNOW 4% 5% 2% 5% - 6% 3% 3% 6% 6% 1% 5% 2% 3% 4%
MEAN † 3.5 3.5 3.4 3.4 3.8 3.6 3.3 3.7 3.4 3.5 3.4 3.7 3.6 3.4 3.3
† THE MEAN SCORE IS DERIVED BY TAKING THE AVERAGE SCORE BASED ON THE 5-POINT SCALE. THE VERY HIGH PRIORITY RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 5; THE VERY LOW PRIORITY RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 1. THE DON’T KNOW/WON’T SAY RESPONSES
ARE EXCLUDED FROM THE CALCULATION OF THE MEAN.
RESEARCH & POLLING, INC.
TOWN OF AVON, COLORADO – COMMUNITY SURVEY
SEPTEMBER 2015 PAGE 93
PRIORITY LEVEL FOR IMPROVING VARIOUS QUALITY OF LIFE FACTORS IN AVON:
CONNECTING SIDEWALKS IN TOWN TO IMPROVE EASE OF USE
QUESTION 24: PLEASE RATE HOW MUCH OF A PRIORITY YOU FEEL THE FOLLOWING ITEMS ARE FOR IMPROVING THE QUALITY OF LIFE IN AVON, USING A 5-POINT SCALE, WHERE 5 IS A VERY HIGH PRIORITY AND 1 IS A VERY LOW PRIORITY. AN
ELEVATED WALKWAY OVER AVON ROAD THAT CONNECTS EAST AND WEST AVON. CONNECTING SIDEWALKS IN TOWN TO IMPROVE EASE OF USE
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
GENDER ETHNICITY AGE HOUSEHOLD INCOME
MALE FEMALE WHITE HISPANIC
18 TO 34
YEARS
35 TO 49
YEARS
50 TO 64
YEARS
65 YEARS
OR OLDER
LESS THAN
$30,000
$30,000
TO
$49,999
$50,000
TO
$79,999
$80,000
TO
$99,999
$100,000
TO
$174,999
$175,000
TO
$249,999
$250,000
OR MORE
5 – VERY HIGH PRIORITY 35% 32% 38% 37% 12% 35% 40% 36% 21% 44% 32% 37% 36% 39% 43% 24%
4 31% 30% 31% 30% 43% 34% 31% 31% 28% 26% 38% 35% 34% 27% 23% 32%
3 18% 20% 16% 18% 22% 20% 17% 16% 24% 10% 18% 18% 18% 17% 15% 22%
2 6% 5% 6% 5% 12% 3% 6% 6% 6% 2% 12% 3% 2% 7% 5% 4%
1 - VERY LOW PRIORITY 6% 8% 4% 6% 5% 8% 3% 5% 12% 8% - 4% 8% 6% 6% 8%
DON'T KNOW 5% 4% 5% 5% 6% - 3% 5% 10% 9% - 2% 2% 3% 7% 9%
MEAN † 3.9 3.8 4.0 3.9 3.5 3.8 4.0 3.9 3.5 4.0 3.9 4.0 3.9 3.9 4.0 3.7
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
CHILDREN UNDER 18 REGISTERED VOTER RESIDENCY HOME OWNERSHIP BUSINESS OWNERSHIP
YES NO YES NO
FULL-TIME
RESIDENT
LIVING IN
AVON
PART-TIME
RESIDENT
OF AVON
DO NOT
LIVE IN
AVON
OWN A
PRIMARY
HOME IN
AVON
OWN A
SECOND
HOME IN
AVON
RENT IN
AVON YES NO
5 – VERY HIGH PRIORITY 35% 38% 33% 37% 32% 35% 33% 36% 35% 34% 33% 40% 34%
4 31% 29% 31% 32% 29% 32% 27% 36% 30% 26% 35% 28% 31%
3 18% 20% 18% 17% 20% 18% 19% 16% 18% 19% 18% 19% 18%
2 6% 6% 6% 6% 5% 6% 6% 1% 7% 5% 6% 5% 6%
1 - VERY LOW PRIORITY 6% 4% 7% 6% 6% 6% 6% 1% 7% 7% 5% 6% 6%
DON'T KNOW 5% 3% 5% 2% 8% 2% 8% 9% 3% 8% 4% 3% 5%
MEAN † 3.9 3.9 3.8 3.9 3.8 3.9 3.8 4.1 3.8 3.8 3.9 3.9 3.9
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
AREA OF TOWN LENGTH OF RESIDENCY
EAST
COMMERCIAL &
RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
WEST
COMMERCIAL
& RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
NOTTINGHAM
PARK/
SUNRIDGE/
LIFTVIEW/
BROOKSIDE
AREA
ASPENS
MOBILE HOME
VILLAGE/
WESTLAKE
VILLAGE
AREAS
NOTTINGHAM
RD/
METCALF RD
AREAS
WILDRIDGE/
WILDWOOD
AREAS
HURD LANE/
EAGLEBEND
AREAS
1 TO 2
YEARS
3 TO 4
YEARS
5 TO 7
YEARS 8 TO 10 YEARS
11 TO 14
YEARS
15 TO 19
YEARS
MORE THAN
20 YEARS
5 – VERY HIGH PRIORITY 35% 40% 47% 34% 35% 47% 25% 34% 30% 33% 32% 41% 40% 32% 32%
4 31% 33% 26% 31% 36% 29% 33% 28% 32% 30% 36% 28% 32% 30% 28%
3 18% 10% 16% 19% 16% 13% 20% 21% 16% 21% 17% 18% 16% 18% 23%
2 6% 13% 1% 6% 8% 7% 6% 6% 5% 3% 9% 3% 7% 8% 5%
1 - VERY LOW PRIORITY 6% - 4% 5% - 2% 11% 6% 8% 6% 4% 6% 3% 9% 6%
DON'T KNOW 5% 4% 6% 4% 5% 2% 4% 5% 9% 6% 2% 5% 2% 3% 5%
MEAN † 3.9 4.0 4.2 3.9 4.0 4.1 3.6 3.8 3.8 3.9 3.8 4.0 4.0 3.7 3.8
† THE MEAN SCORE IS DERIVED BY TAKING THE AVERAGE SCORE BASED ON THE 5-POINT SCALE. THE VERY HIGH PRIORITY RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 5; THE VERY LOW PRIORITY RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 1. THE DON’T KNOW/WON’T SAY RESPONSES
ARE EXCLUDED FROM THE CALCULATION OF THE MEAN.
RESEARCH & POLLING, INC.
TOWN OF AVON, COLORADO – COMMUNITY SURVEY
SEPTEMBER 2015 PAGE 94
PRIORITY LEVEL FOR IMPROVING VARIOUS QUALITY OF LIFE FACTORS IN AVON:
CONNECTING BIKING/MULTI-USE PATHS IN TOWN TO IMPROVE EASE OF USE
QUESTION 25: PLEASE RATE HOW MUCH OF A PRIORITY YOU FEEL THE FOLLOWING ITEMS ARE FOR IMPROVING THE QUALITY OF LIFE IN AVON, USING A 5-POINT SCALE, WHERE 5 IS A VERY HIGH PRIORITY AND 1 IS A VERY LOW PRIORITY. AN
ELEVATED WALKWAY OVER AVON ROAD THAT CONNECTS EAST AND WEST AVON. CONNECTING BIKING/MULTI-USE PATHS IN TOWN TO IMPROVE EASE OF USE
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
GENDER ETHNICITY AGE HOUSEHOLD INCOME
MALE FEMALE WHITE HISPANIC
18 TO 34
YEARS
35 TO 49
YEARS
50 TO 64
YEARS
65 YEARS
OR OLDER
LESS THAN
$30,000
$30,000
TO
$49,999
$50,000
TO
$79,999
$80,000
TO
$99,999
$100,000
TO
$174,999
$175,000
TO
$249,999
$250,000
OR MORE
5 – VERY HIGH PRIORITY 38% 37% 40% 40% 22% 37% 39% 42% 25% 41% 29% 38% 37% 47% 46% 34%
4 33% 34% 31% 33% 36% 41% 31% 30% 36% 25% 39% 32% 39% 26% 29% 37%
3 15% 15% 14% 14% 26% 15% 16% 14% 18% 11% 21% 14% 10% 16% 15% 17%
2 5% 6% 4% 5% 6% 2% 7% 4% 6% 5% 9% 5% 5% 3% 5% 3%
1 - VERY LOW PRIORITY 6% 6% 6% 5% 4% 5% 5% 5% 9% 10% 2% 7% 7% 5% 5% 5%
DON'T KNOW 3% 2% 5% 3% 7% - 2% 4% 6% 8% - 3% 3% 3% 1% 4%
MEAN † 4.0 3.9 4.0 4.0 3.7 4.0 3.9 4.0 3.7 3.9 3.9 3.9 4.0 4.1 4.1 4.0
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
CHILDREN UNDER 18 REGISTERED VOTER RESIDENCY HOME OWNERSHIP BUSINESS OWNERSHIP
YES NO YES NO
FULL-TIME
RESIDENT
LIVING IN
AVON
PART-TIME
RESIDENT
OF AVON
DO NOT
LIVE IN
AVON
OWN A
PRIMARY
HOME IN
AVON
OWN A
SECOND
HOME IN
AVON
RENT IN
AVON YES NO
5 – VERY HIGH PRIORITY 38% 40% 37% 36% 40% 35% 42% 43% 36% 41% 35% 42% 37%
4 33% 30% 34% 35% 30% 33% 31% 35% 34% 30% 32% 30% 34%
3 15% 16% 15% 16% 15% 17% 16% 4% 16% 16% 17% 14% 16%
2 5% 7% 4% 5% 6% 6% 3% 3% 6% 4% 5% 5% 5%
1 - VERY LOW PRIORITY 6% 3% 7% 6% 5% 6% 4% 4% 6% 6% 7% 6% 6%
DON'T KNOW 3% 3% 4% 2% 5% 2% 3% 10% 2% 4% 3% 3% 3%
MEAN † 4.0 4.0 3.9 3.9 4.0 3.9 4.1 4.2 3.9 4.0 3.9 4.0 3.9
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
AREA OF TOWN LENGTH OF RESIDENCY
EAST
COMMERCIAL &
RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
WEST
COMMERCIAL
& RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
NOTTINGHAM
PARK/
SUNRIDGE/
LIFTVIEW/
BROOKSIDE
AREA
ASPENS
MOBILE HOME
VILLAGE/
WESTLAKE
VILLAGE
AREAS
NOTTINGHAM
RD/
METCALF RD
AREAS
WILDRIDGE/
WILDWOOD
AREAS
HURD LANE/
EAGLEBEND
AREAS
1 TO 2
YEARS
3 TO 4
YEARS
5 TO 7
YEARS 8 TO 10 YEARS
11 TO 14
YEARS
15 TO 19
YEARS
MORE THAN
20 YEARS
5 – VERY HIGH PRIORITY 38% 42% 41% 43% 39% 46% 33% 30% 40% 39% 32% 39% 41% 39% 35%
4 33% 31% 36% 31% 24% 31% 31% 38% 38% 31% 41% 32% 32% 29% 31%
3 15% 17% 17% 11% 14% 8% 17% 21% 15% 21% 12% 10% 19% 15% 18%
2 5% 8% 1% 6% - 10% 6% 4% 2% 1% 9% 6% 5% 9% 4%
1 - VERY LOW PRIORITY 6% - 3% 7% 14% - 10% 4% 1% 6% 4% 8% 3% 7% 8%
DON'T KNOW 3% 3% 3% 3% 8% 6% 2% 4% 3% 3% 3% 5% 1% 2% 4%
MEAN † 4.0 4.1 4.1 4.0 3.8 4.2 3.7 3.9 4.2 4.0 3.9 3.9 4.0 3.9 3.8
† THE MEAN SCORE IS DERIVED BY TAKING THE AVERAGE SCORE BASED ON THE 5-POINT SCALE. THE VERY HIGH PRIORITY RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 5; THE VERY LOW PRIORITY RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 1. THE DON’T KNOW/WON’T SAY RESPONSES
ARE EXCLUDED FROM THE CALCULATION OF THE MEAN.
RESEARCH & POLLING, INC.
TOWN OF AVON, COLORADO – COMMUNITY SURVEY
SEPTEMBER 2015 PAGE 95
PRIORITY LEVEL FOR IMPROVING VARIOUS QUALITY OF LIFE FACTORS IN AVON:
A TOWN CONVENTION/COMMUNITY CENTER WITH MEETING SPACES FOR YEAR-ROUND EVENTS
QUESTION 26: PLEASE RATE HOW MUCH OF A PRIORITY YOU FEEL THE FOLLOWING ITEMS ARE FOR IMPROVING THE QUALITY OF LIFE IN AVON, USING A 5-POINT SCALE, WHERE 5 IS A VERY HIGH PRIORITY AND 1 IS A VERY LOW PRIORITY. AN
ELEVATED WALKWAY OVER AVON ROAD THAT CONNECTS EAST AND WEST AVON. A TOWN CONVENTION/COMMUNITY CENTER WITH MEETING SPACES FOR YEAR-ROUND EVENTS
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
GENDER ETHNICITY AGE HOUSEHOLD INCOME
MALE FEMALE WHITE HISPANIC
18 TO 34
YEARS
35 TO 49
YEARS
50 TO 64
YEARS
65 YEARS
OR OLDER
LESS THAN
$30,000
$30,000
TO
$49,999
$50,000
TO
$79,999
$80,000
TO
$99,999
$100,000
TO
$174,999
$175,000
TO
$249,999
$250,000
OR MORE
5 – VERY HIGH PRIORITY 10% 10% 10% 9% 22% 6% 14% 10% 5% 23% 16% 5% 13% 8% 10% 4%
4 19% 18% 20% 18% 37% 21% 23% 18% 14% 22% 23% 19% 13% 22% 26% 13%
3 26% 24% 28% 27% 21% 29% 26% 26% 24% 35% 22% 27% 23% 23% 27% 35%
2 19% 22% 15% 20% 3% 24% 19% 17% 17% 3% 18% 19% 23% 19% 17% 19%
1 - VERY LOW PRIORITY 24% 25% 22% 24% 13% 20% 18% 26% 34% 13% 18% 25% 27% 26% 19% 26%
DON'T KNOW 3% 1% 5% 3% 4% 1% 1% 4% 7% 5% 2% 5% 1% 2% 1% 3%
MEAN † 2.7 2.7 2.8 2.7 3.5 2.7 3.0 2.7 2.3 3.4 3.0 2.6 2.6 2.7 2.9 2.5
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
CHILDREN UNDER 18 REGISTERED VOTER RESIDENCY HOME OWNERSHIP BUSINESS OWNERSHIP
YES NO YES NO
FULL-TIME
RESIDENT
LIVING IN
AVON
PART-TIME
RESIDENT
OF AVON
DO NOT
LIVE IN
AVON
OWN A
PRIMARY
HOME IN
AVON
OWN A
SECOND
HOME IN
AVON
RENT IN
AVON YES NO
5 – VERY HIGH PRIORITY 10% 14% 8% 8% 12% 10% 6% 20% 8% 8% 15% 14% 9%
4 19% 23% 18% 18% 21% 20% 16% 28% 18% 17% 22% 26% 17%
3 26% 25% 26% 25% 27% 25% 30% 22% 23% 29% 30% 22% 27%
2 19% 18% 19% 21% 15% 20% 18% 12% 21% 17% 18% 16% 19%
1 - VERY LOW PRIORITY 24% 19% 25% 26% 20% 25% 25% 13% 29% 24% 12% 21% 24%
DON'T KNOW 3% 1% 4% 1% 5% 2% 5% 6% 2% 6% 2% 1% 3%
MEAN † 2.7 3.0 2.6 2.6 2.9 2.7 2.6 3.3 2.5 2.7 3.1 3.0 2.7
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
AREA OF TOWN LENGTH OF RESIDENCY
EAST
COMMERCIAL &
RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
WEST
COMMERCIAL
& RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
NOTTINGHAM
PARK/
SUNRIDGE/
LIFTVIEW/
BROOKSIDE
AREA
ASPENS
MOBILE HOME
VILLAGE/
WESTLAKE
VILLAGE
AREAS
NOTTINGHAM
RD/
METCALF RD
AREAS
WILDRIDGE/
WILDWOOD
AREAS
HURD LANE/
EAGLEBEND
AREAS
1 TO 2
YEARS
3 TO 4
YEARS
5 TO 7
YEARS 8 TO 10 YEARS
11 TO 14
YEARS
15 TO 19
YEARS
MORE THAN
20 YEARS
5 – VERY HIGH PRIORITY 10% 15% 9% 9% 8% 12% 7% 14% 6% 15% 5% 9% 11% 8% 11%
4 19% 23% 15% 22% 27% 19% 16% 26% 7% 20% 25% 23% 18% 19% 18%
3 26% 25% 30% 24% 32% 39% 26% 14% 36% 28% 29% 29% 20% 22% 22%
2 19% 21% 16% 19% 6% 9% 20% 22% 31% 12% 25% 13% 23% 18% 12%
1 - VERY LOW PRIORITY 24% 11% 29% 23% 14% 19% 29% 21% 16% 20% 16% 23% 24% 30% 34%
DON'T KNOW 3% 5% 2% 2% 13% 2% 2% 4% 4% 5% - 3% 4% 2% 3%
MEAN † 2.7 3.1 2.6 2.7 3.1 3.0 2.5 2.9 2.5 3.0 2.8 2.8 2.7 2.6 2.6
† THE MEAN SCORE IS DERIVED BY TAKING THE AVERAGE SCORE BASED ON THE 5-POINT SCALE. THE VERY HIGH PRIORITY RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 5; THE VERY LOW PRIORITY RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 1. THE DON’T KNOW/WON’T SAY RESPONSES
ARE EXCLUDED FROM THE CALCULATION OF THE MEAN.
RESEARCH & POLLING, INC.
TOWN OF AVON, COLORADO – COMMUNITY SURVEY
SEPTEMBER 2015 PAGE 96
PRIORITY LEVEL FOR IMPROVING VARIOUS QUALITY OF LIFE FACTORS IN AVON:
EXPANDING THE RECREATION CENTER TO INCLUDE A GYMNASIUM/FIELDHOUSE
QUESTION 27: PLEASE RATE HOW MUCH OF A PRIORITY YOU FEEL THE FOLLOWING ITEMS ARE FOR IMPROVING THE QUALITY OF LIFE IN AVON, USING A 5-POINT SCALE, WHERE 5 IS A VERY HIGH PRIORITY AND 1 IS A VERY LOW PRIORITY. AN
ELEVATED WALKWAY OVER AVON ROAD THAT CONNECTS EAST AND WEST AVON. EXPANDING THE RECREATION CENTER TO INCLUDE A GYMNASIUM/FIELDHOUSE
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
GENDER ETHNICITY AGE HOUSEHOLD INCOME
MALE FEMALE WHITE HISPANIC
18 TO 34
YEARS
35 TO 49
YEARS
50 TO 64
YEARS
65 YEARS
OR OLDER
LESS THAN
$30,000
$30,000
TO
$49,999
$50,000
TO
$79,999
$80,000
TO
$99,999
$100,000
TO
$174,999
$175,000
TO
$249,999
$250,000
OR MORE
5 – VERY HIGH PRIORITY 19% 19% 19% 17% 50% 31% 25% 17% 5% 39% 30% 23% 22% 19% 7% 13%
4 19% 19% 20% 20% 17% 23% 26% 16% 10% 23% 26% 24% 12% 20% 19% 17%
3 25% 26% 24% 25% 17% 25% 23% 24% 33% 17% 20% 24% 24% 24% 30% 32%
2 15% 15% 15% 17% 3% 8% 14% 17% 19% - 13% 14% 16% 15% 19% 18%
1 - VERY LOW PRIORITY 18% 19% 17% 18% 8% 14% 11% 22% 26% 15% 11% 11% 21% 21% 22% 17%
DON'T KNOW 3% 1% 5% 3% 5% - 2% 4% 6% 6% - 3% 4% 2% 3% 3%
MEAN † 3.1 3.1 3.1 3.0 4.1 3.5 3.4 2.9 2.5 3.8 3.5 3.3 3.0 3.0 2.7 2.9
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
CHILDREN UNDER 18 REGISTERED VOTER RESIDENCY HOME OWNERSHIP BUSINESS OWNERSHIP
YES NO YES NO
FULL-TIME
RESIDENT
LIVING IN
AVON
PART-TIME
RESIDENT
OF AVON
DO NOT
LIVE IN
AVON
OWN A
PRIMARY
HOME IN
AVON
OWN A
SECOND
HOME IN
AVON
RENT IN
AVON YES NO
5 – VERY HIGH PRIORITY 19% 32% 15% 22% 15% 25% 9% 16% 22% 11% 28% 20% 19%
4 19% 25% 17% 22% 16% 21% 15% 17% 19% 15% 24% 20% 19%
3 25% 22% 26% 23% 29% 22% 31% 28% 22% 30% 23% 25% 25%
2 15% 10% 18% 13% 19% 12% 22% 17% 13% 21% 13% 14% 16%
1 - VERY LOW PRIORITY 18% 10% 21% 19% 17% 18% 18% 14% 21% 18% 12% 19% 18%
DON'T KNOW 3% 2% 3% 2% 5% 2% 4% 7% 2% 5% 1% 2% 3%
MEAN † 3.1 3.6 2.9 3.2 2.9 3.2 2.7 3.0 3.1 2.8 3.4 3.1 3.1
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
AREA OF TOWN LENGTH OF RESIDENCY
EAST
COMMERCIAL &
RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
WEST
COMMERCIAL
& RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
NOTTINGHAM
PARK/
SUNRIDGE/
LIFTVIEW/
BROOKSIDE
AREA
ASPENS
MOBILE HOME
VILLAGE/
WESTLAKE
VILLAGE
AREAS
NOTTINGHAM
RD/
METCALF RD
AREAS
WILDRIDGE/
WILDWOOD
AREAS
HURD LANE/
EAGLEBEND
AREAS
1 TO 2
YEARS
3 TO 4
YEARS
5 TO 7
YEARS 8 TO 10 YEARS
11 TO 14
YEARS
15 TO 19
YEARS
MORE THAN
20 YEARS
5 – VERY HIGH PRIORITY 19% 20% 13% 16% 47% 24% 16% 34% 15% 27% 23% 17% 23% 15% 19%
4 19% 25% 15% 22% 9% 20% 20% 17% 21% 18% 21% 23% 18% 17% 14%
3 25% 28% 29% 30% 18% 26% 22% 17% 23% 26% 22% 32% 17% 27% 26%
2 15% 12% 19% 15% 8% 10% 15% 14% 29% 12% 18% 9% 23% 13% 9%
1 - VERY LOW PRIORITY 18% 8% 22% 16% 6% 18% 24% 14% 8% 15% 15% 14% 16% 26% 27%
DON'T KNOW 3% 8% 2% 2% 13% 3% 2% 3% 5% 3% - 3% 3% 2% 4%
MEAN † 3.1 3.4 2.8 3.1 3.9 3.2 2.9 3.4 3.1 3.3 3.2 3.2 3.1 2.8 2.9
† THE MEAN SCORE IS DERIVED BY TAKING THE AVERAGE SCORE BASED ON THE 5-POINT SCALE. THE VERY HIGH PRIORITY RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 5; THE VERY LOW PRIORITY RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 1. THE DON’T KNOW/WON’T SAY RESPONSES
ARE EXCLUDED FROM THE CALCULATION OF THE MEAN.
RESEARCH & POLLING, INC.
TOWN OF AVON, COLORADO – COMMUNITY SURVEY
SEPTEMBER 2015 PAGE 97
PRIORITY LEVEL FOR IMPROVING VARIOUS QUALITY OF LIFE FACTORS IN AVON:
INCREASED OR IMPROVED BUS ROUTES IN AVON
QUESTION 28: PLEASE RATE HOW MUCH OF A PRIORITY YOU FEEL THE FOLLOWING ITEMS ARE FOR IMPROVING THE QUALITY OF LIFE IN AVON, USING A 5-POINT SCALE, WHERE 5 IS A VERY HIGH PRIORITY AND 1 IS A VERY LOW PRIORITY. AN
ELEVATED WALKWAY OVER AVON ROAD THAT CONNECTS EAST AND WEST AVON. INCREASED/IMPROVED BUS ROUTES IN AVON
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
GENDER ETHNICITY AGE HOUSEHOLD INCOME
MALE FEMALE WHITE HISPANIC
18 TO 34
YEARS
35 TO 49
YEARS
50 TO 64
YEARS
65 YEARS
OR OLDER
LESS THAN
$30,000
$30,000
TO
$49,999
$50,000
TO
$79,999
$80,000
TO
$99,999
$100,000
TO
$174,999
$175,000
TO
$249,999
$250,000
OR MORE
5 – VERY HIGH PRIORITY 26% 24% 28% 24% 41% 30% 26% 28% 15% 39% 41% 20% 21% 23% 28% 16%
4 21% 23% 19% 20% 30% 24% 21% 19% 25% 17% 24% 21% 23% 21% 25% 22%
3 25% 25% 25% 26% 18% 32% 22% 26% 22% 28% 21% 26% 23% 30% 24% 26%
2 13% 14% 12% 14% 7% 9% 20% 11% 11% 6% 7% 16% 17% 15% 9% 18%
1 - VERY LOW PRIORITY 10% 11% 9% 11% 3% 5% 7% 11% 17% 9% 6% 8% 15% 8% 12% 12%
DON'T KNOW 5% 3% 7% 5% 1% - 3% 5% 10% 1% 1% 8% 3% 3% 3% 7%
MEAN † 3.4 3.4 3.5 3.3 4.0 3.6 3.4 3.4 3.1 3.7 3.9 3.3 3.2 3.4 3.5 3.1
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
CHILDREN UNDER 18 REGISTERED VOTER RESIDENCY HOME OWNERSHIP BUSINESS OWNERSHIP
YES NO YES NO
FULL-TIME
RESIDENT
LIVING IN
AVON
PART-TIME
RESIDENT
OF AVON
DO NOT
LIVE IN
AVON
OWN A
PRIMARY
HOME IN
AVON
OWN A
SECOND
HOME IN
AVON
RENT IN
AVON YES NO
5 – VERY HIGH PRIORITY 26% 27% 25% 26% 25% 28% 23% 19% 23% 24% 40% 22% 27%
4 21% 19% 22% 21% 22% 19% 24% 28% 20% 23% 18% 19% 22%
3 25% 22% 26% 26% 25% 27% 23% 22% 26% 24% 25% 25% 25%
2 13% 20% 11% 14% 13% 13% 14% 14% 13% 13% 14% 18% 12%
1 - VERY LOW PRIORITY 10% 8% 11% 10% 10% 10% 11% 9% 13% 10% 3% 10% 10%
DON'T KNOW 5% 4% 5% 4% 5% 3% 5% 9% 5% 6% 1% 5% 4%
MEAN † 3.4 3.4 3.4 3.4 3.4 3.4 3.3 3.4 3.3 3.4 3.8 3.3 3.5
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
AREA OF TOWN LENGTH OF RESIDENCY
EAST
COMMERCIAL &
RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
WEST
COMMERCIAL
& RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
NOTTINGHAM
PARK/
SUNRIDGE/
LIFTVIEW/
BROOKSIDE
AREA
ASPENS
MOBILE HOME
VILLAGE/
WESTLAKE
VILLAGE
AREAS
NOTTINGHAM
RD/
METCALF RD
AREAS
WILDRIDGE/
WILDWOOD
AREAS
HURD LANE/
EAGLEBEND
AREAS
1 TO 2
YEARS
3 TO 4
YEARS
5 TO 7
YEARS 8 TO 10 YEARS
11 TO 14
YEARS
15 TO 19
YEARS
MORE THAN
20 YEARS
5 – VERY HIGH PRIORITY 26% 24% 18% 26% 51% 33% 27% 27% 18% 23% 28% 32% 30% 21% 24%
4 21% 29% 28% 25% 14% 19% 18% 17% 26% 21% 25% 17% 19% 22% 22%
3 25% 23% 28% 23% 22% 22% 24% 26% 28% 36% 23% 22% 22% 23% 26%
2 13% 18% 14% 13% - 12% 12% 18% 9% 11% 16% 14% 19% 19% 7%
1 - VERY LOW PRIORITY 10% 4% 10% 8% - 8% 14% 12% 12% 3% 8% 13% 7% 10% 15%
DON'T KNOW 5% 3% 2% 5% 13% 5% 5% - 7% 5% - 3% 4% 5% 6%
MEAN † 3.4 3.5 3.3 3.5 4.3 3.6 3.3 3.3 3.3 3.5 3.5 3.4 3.5 3.3 3.4
† THE MEAN SCORE IS DERIVED BY TAKING THE AVERAGE SCORE BASED ON THE 5-POINT SCALE. THE VERY HIGH PRIORITY RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 5; THE VERY LOW PRIORITY RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 1. THE DON’T KNOW/WON’T SAY RESPONSES
ARE EXCLUDED FROM THE CALCULATION OF THE MEAN.
RESEARCH & POLLING, INC.
TOWN OF AVON, COLORADO – COMMUNITY SURVEY
SEPTEMBER 2015 PAGE 98
PRIORITY LEVEL FOR IMPROVING VARIOUS QUALITY OF LIFE FACTORS IN AVON:
BUILDING ONE OR MORE PARKING STRUCTURES IN AVON
QUESTION 29: PLEASE RATE HOW MUCH OF A PRIORITY YOU FEEL THE FOLLOWING ITEMS ARE FOR IMPROVING THE QUALITY OF LIFE IN AVON, USING A 5-POINT SCALE, WHERE 5 IS A VERY HIGH PRIORITY AND 1 IS A VERY LOW PRIORITY. AN
ELEVATED WALKWAY OVER AVON ROAD THAT CONNECTS EAST AND WEST AVON. BUILDING ONE OR MORE PARKING STRUCTURES IN AVON
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
GENDER ETHNICITY AGE HOUSEHOLD INCOME
MALE FEMALE WHITE HISPANIC
18 TO 34
YEARS
35 TO 49
YEARS
50 TO 64
YEARS
65 YEARS
OR OLDER
LESS THAN
$30,000
$30,000
TO
$49,999
$50,000
TO
$79,999
$80,000
TO
$99,999
$100,000
TO
$174,999
$175,000
TO
$249,999
$250,000
OR MORE
5 – VERY HIGH PRIORITY 16% 16% 16% 15% 29% 14% 17% 19% 8% 27% 14% 18% 14% 16% 14% 13%
4 20% 20% 20% 20% 30% 19% 25% 18% 16% 23% 22% 25% 18% 14% 27% 19%
3 24% 24% 24% 25% 15% 29% 21% 25% 26% 24% 26% 20% 21% 23% 30% 27%
2 14% 14% 13% 15% 10% 19% 15% 12% 13% 8% 21% 13% 14% 16% 8% 17%
1 - VERY LOW PRIORITY 22% 22% 22% 22% 15% 19% 21% 21% 28% 15% 16% 22% 28% 26% 16% 20%
DON'T KNOW 4% 3% 4% 4% 2% - 1% 5% 8% 2% - 2% 5% 4% 4% 4%
MEAN † 2.9 2.9 3.0 2.9 3.5 2.9 3.0 3.0 2.6 3.4 3.0 3.1 2.8 2.8 3.2 2.9
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
CHILDREN UNDER 18 REGISTERED VOTER RESIDENCY HOME OWNERSHIP BUSINESS OWNERSHIP
YES NO YES NO
FULL-TIME
RESIDENT
LIVING IN
AVON
PART-TIME
RESIDENT
OF AVON
DO NOT
LIVE IN
AVON
OWN A
PRIMARY
HOME IN
AVON
OWN A
SECOND
HOME IN
AVON
RENT IN
AVON YES NO
5 – VERY HIGH PRIORITY 16% 18% 15% 18% 14% 18% 13% 14% 17% 12% 22% 18% 16%
4 20% 26% 18% 20% 20% 21% 17% 25% 20% 17% 21% 24% 19%
3 24% 22% 25% 21% 28% 21% 26% 33% 21% 27% 23% 22% 25%
2 14% 13% 15% 14% 14% 14% 16% 10% 13% 15% 16% 16% 14%
1 - VERY LOW PRIORITY 22% 16% 24% 24% 19% 23% 24% 10% 25% 24% 17% 17% 23%
DON'T KNOW 4% 3% 4% 2% 5% 3% 3% 7% 4% 5% 1% 4% 3%
MEAN † 2.9 3.2 2.8 2.9 3.0 3.0 2.8 3.3 2.9 2.8 3.1 3.1 2.9
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
AREA OF TOWN LENGTH OF RESIDENCY
EAST
COMMERCIAL &
RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
WEST
COMMERCIAL
& RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
NOTTINGHAM
PARK/
SUNRIDGE/
LIFTVIEW/
BROOKSIDE
AREA
ASPENS
MOBILE HOME
VILLAGE/
WESTLAKE
VILLAGE
AREAS
NOTTINGHAM
RD/
METCALF RD
AREAS
WILDRIDGE/
WILDWOOD
AREAS
HURD LANE/
EAGLEBEND
AREAS
1 TO 2
YEARS
3 TO 4
YEARS
5 TO 7
YEARS 8 TO 10 YEARS
11 TO 14
YEARS
15 TO 19
YEARS
MORE THAN
20 YEARS
5 – VERY HIGH PRIORITY 16% 23% 15% 10% 38% 15% 19% 18% 15% 18% 11% 18% 18% 15% 16%
4 20% 24% 24% 19% 40% 18% 17% 20% 7% 22% 27% 21% 19% 20% 21%
3 24% 31% 27% 23% 6% 24% 23% 27% 30% 28% 25% 29% 22% 23% 18%
2 14% 9% 11% 18% - 17% 14% 9% 23% 17% 11% 8% 18% 16% 12%
1 - VERY LOW PRIORITY 22% 10% 20% 26% 11% 23% 23% 24% 21% 13% 24% 21% 21% 24% 27%
DON'T KNOW 4% 3% 3% 4% 5% 3% 3% 3% 3% 3% 3% 3% 2% 2% 6%
MEAN † 2.9 3.4 3.0 2.7 4.0 2.8 2.9 3.0 2.7 3.1 2.9 3.1 2.9 2.9 2.9
† THE MEAN SCORE IS DERIVED BY TAKING THE AVERAGE SCORE BASED ON THE 5-POINT SCALE. THE VERY HIGH PRIORITY RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 5; THE VERY LOW PRIORITY RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 1. THE DON’T KNOW/WON’T SAY RESPONSES
ARE EXCLUDED FROM THE CALCULATION OF THE MEAN.
RESEARCH & POLLING, INC.
TOWN OF AVON, COLORADO – COMMUNITY SURVEY
SEPTEMBER 2015 PAGE 99
PRIORITY LEVEL FOR IMPROVING VARIOUS QUALITY OF LIFE FACTORS IN AVON:
CREATING A DOG PARK
QUESTION 30: PLEASE RATE HOW MUCH OF A PRIORITY YOU FEEL THE FOLLOWING ITEMS ARE FOR IMPROVING THE QUALITY OF LIFE IN AVON, USING A 5-POINT SCALE, WHERE 5 IS A VERY HIGH PRIORITY AND 1 IS A VERY LOW PRIORITY. AN
ELEVATED WALKWAY OVER AVON ROAD THAT CONNECTS EAST AND WEST AVON. CREATING A DOG PARK
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
GENDER ETHNICITY AGE HOUSEHOLD INCOME
MALE FEMALE WHITE HISPANIC
18 TO 34
YEARS
35 TO 49
YEARS
50 TO 64
YEARS
65 YEARS
OR OLDER
LESS THAN
$30,000
$30,000
TO
$49,999
$50,000
TO
$79,999
$80,000
TO
$99,999
$100,000
TO
$174,999
$175,000
TO
$249,999
$250,000
OR MORE
5 – VERY HIGH PRIORITY 18% 14% 20% 18% 28% 24% 21% 16% 10% 35% 26% 21% 27% 11% 10% 9%
4 18% 19% 19% 19% 19% 18% 20% 17% 19% 9% 18% 19% 11% 20% 22% 22%
3 21% 21% 21% 21% 20% 34% 19% 19% 20% 19% 24% 23% 20% 22% 16% 22%
2 14% 16% 13% 15% 4% 13% 13% 17% 12% 7% 11% 13% 19% 14% 24% 15%
1 - VERY LOW PRIORITY 25% 27% 23% 24% 25% 11% 26% 27% 33% 26% 21% 20% 20% 30% 25% 27%
DON'T KNOW 3% 2% 4% 3% 4% - 1% 4% 6% 5% - 4% 2% 2% 3% 5%
MEAN † 2.9 2.8 3.0 2.9 3.2 3.3 3.0 2.8 2.6 3.2 3.2 3.1 3.1 2.7 2.7 2.7
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
CHILDREN UNDER 18 REGISTERED VOTER RESIDENCY HOME OWNERSHIP BUSINESS OWNERSHIP
YES NO YES NO
FULL-TIME
RESIDENT
LIVING IN
AVON
PART-TIME
RESIDENT
OF AVON
DO NOT
LIVE IN
AVON
OWN A
PRIMARY
HOME IN
AVON
OWN A
SECOND
HOME IN
AVON
RENT IN
AVON YES NO
5 – VERY HIGH PRIORITY 18% 17% 18% 21% 13% 22% 8% 19% 19% 9% 27% 16% 18%
4 18% 15% 20% 17% 21% 18% 20% 22% 17% 20% 19% 20% 18%
3 21% 20% 22% 22% 20% 20% 25% 19% 18% 23% 27% 16% 23%
2 14% 19% 13% 13% 17% 13% 19% 13% 14% 19% 9% 18% 14%
1 - VERY LOW PRIORITY 25% 28% 24% 25% 25% 26% 24% 19% 30% 25% 15% 28% 25%
DON'T KNOW 3% 3% 3% 2% 5% 2% 4% 9% 2% 5% 2% 2% 3%
MEAN † 2.9 2.7 2.9 2.9 2.8 3.0 2.7 3.1 2.8 2.7 3.3 2.8 2.9
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
AREA OF TOWN LENGTH OF RESIDENCY
EAST
COMMERCIAL &
RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
WEST
COMMERCIAL
& RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
NOTTINGHAM
PARK/
SUNRIDGE/
LIFTVIEW/
BROOKSIDE
AREA
ASPENS
MOBILE HOME
VILLAGE/
WESTLAKE
VILLAGE
AREAS
NOTTINGHAM
RD/
METCALF RD
AREAS
WILDRIDGE/
WILDWOOD
AREAS
HURD LANE/
EAGLEBEND
AREAS
1 TO 2
YEARS
3 TO 4
YEARS
5 TO 7
YEARS 8 TO 10 YEARS
11 TO 14
YEARS
15 TO 19
YEARS
MORE THAN
20 YEARS
5 – VERY HIGH PRIORITY 18% 19% 17% 21% 37% 16% 13% 23% 19% 16% 23% 13% 25% 13% 16%
4 18% 21% 23% 15% 5% 17% 17% 20% 15% 23% 24% 19% 16% 19% 17%
3 21% 23% 23% 22% 17% 20% 20% 20% 28% 27% 18% 27% 14% 23% 16%
2 14% 9% 16% 15% - 13% 16% 14% 15% 11% 16% 17% 13% 14% 16%
1 - VERY LOW PRIORITY 25% 26% 19% 25% 36% 30% 30% 18% 18% 20% 20% 21% 31% 31% 30%
DON'T KNOW 3% 3% 3% 2% 5% 3% 3% 4% 5% 4% - 3% 2% 1% 4%
MEAN † 2.9 3.0 3.0 2.9 3.1 2.8 2.7 3.2 3.0 3.0 3.1 2.9 2.9 2.7 2.7
† THE MEAN SCORE IS DERIVED BY TAKING THE AVERAGE SCORE BASED ON THE 5-POINT SCALE. THE VERY HIGH PRIORITY RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 5; THE VERY LOW PRIORITY RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 1. THE DON’T KNOW/WON’T SAY RESPONSES
ARE EXCLUDED FROM THE CALCULATION OF THE MEAN.
RESEARCH & POLLING, INC.
TOWN OF AVON, COLORADO – COMMUNITY SURVEY
SEPTEMBER 2015 PAGE 100
ENOUGH PARKING IN YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD OR IS MORE PARKING NEEDED
QUESTION 31: DO YOU FEEL THERE IS ENOUGH PARKING IN YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD OR IS MORE PARKING NEEDED?
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
GENDER ETHNICITY AGE HOUSEHOLD INCOME
MALE FEMALE WHITE HISPANIC
18 TO 34
YEARS
35 TO 49
YEARS
50 TO 64
YEARS
65 YEARS
OR OLDER
LESS THAN
$30,000
$30,000
TO
$49,999
$50,000
TO
$79,999
$80,000
TO
$99,999
$100,000
TO
$174,999
$175,000
TO
$249,999
$250,000
OR MORE
YES, THERE IS ENOUGH PARKING IN MY
NEIGHBORHOOD 59% 61% 57% 59% 53% 51% 60% 59% 64% 37% 55% 52% 62% 65% 59% 65%
NO, MORE PARKING IS NEEDED 34% 33% 34% 33% 45% 45% 34% 32% 27% 49% 40% 43% 31% 31% 31% 23%
DON'T KNOW 8% 6% 9% 7% 2% 4% 6% 9% 9% 13% 5% 5% 7% 4% 10% 12%
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
CHILDREN UNDER 18 REGISTERED VOTER RESIDENCY HOME OWNERSHIP BUSINESS OWNERSHIP
YES NO YES NO
FULL-TIME
RESIDENT
LIVING IN
AVON
PART-TIME
RESIDENT
OF AVON
DO NOT
LIVE IN
AVON
OWN A
PRIMARY
HOME IN
AVON
OWN A
SECOND
HOME IN
AVON
RENT IN
AVON YES NO
YES, THERE IS ENOUGH PARKING IN MY
NEIGHBORHOOD 59% 57% 60% 59% 59% 59% 66% 38% 60% 66% 52% 49% 61%
NO, MORE PARKING IS NEEDED 34% 33% 34% 35% 32% 35% 27% 46% 34% 24% 45% 43% 31%
DON'T KNOW 8% 10% 7% 6% 9% 6% 7% 16% 7% 10% 3% 8% 7%
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
AREA OF TOWN LENGTH OF RESIDENCY
EAST
COMMERCIAL &
RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
WEST
COMMERCIAL
& RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
NOTTINGHAM
PARK/
SUNRIDGE/
LIFTVIEW/
BROOKSIDE
AREA
ASPENS
MOBILE HOME
VILLAGE/
WESTLAKE
VILLAGE
AREAS
NOTTINGHAM
RD/
METCALF RD
AREAS
WILDRIDGE/
WILDWOOD
AREAS
HURD LANE/
EAGLEBEND
AREAS
1 TO 2
YEARS
3 TO 4
YEARS
5 TO 7
YEARS 8 TO 10 YEARS
11 TO 14
YEARS
15 TO 19
YEARS
MORE THAN
20 YEARS
YES, THERE IS ENOUGH PARKING IN MY
NEIGHBORHOOD 59% 63% 47% 67% 65% 54% 65% 52% 49% 49% 66% 63% 57% 58% 64%
NO, MORE PARKING IS NEEDED 34% 25% 37% 27% 30% 44% 30% 43% 43% 48% 29% 30% 33% 32% 30%
DON'T KNOW 8% 13% 16% 6% 5% 3% 5% 5% 8% 3% 5% 7% 10% 9% 6%
RESEARCH & POLLING, INC.
TOWN OF AVON, COLORADO – COMMUNITY SURVEY
SEPTEMBER 2015 PAGE 101
PRIORITY LEVEL ON BUILDING ADDITIONAL AFFORDABLE RENTAL HOUSING FOR AVON WORKERS
QUESTION 32: OVERALL, HOW MUCH OF A PRIORITY SHOULD BE PLACED ON BUILDING ADDITIONAL AFFORDABLE RENTAL HOUSING FOR AVON WORKERS WITHIN THE TOWN OF AVON?
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
GENDER ETHNICITY AGE HOUSEHOLD INCOME
MALE FEMALE WHITE HISPANIC
18 TO 34
YEARS
35 TO 49
YEARS
50 TO 64
YEARS
65 YEARS
OR OLDER
LESS THAN
$30,000
$30,000
TO
$49,999
$50,000
TO
$79,999
$80,000
TO
$99,999
$100,000
TO
$174,999
$175,000
TO
$249,999
$250,000
OR MORE
5 – VERY HIGH PRIORITY 23% 20% 25% 19% 60% 43% 29% 16% 9% 51% 46% 32% 21% 16% 18% 4%
4 18% 19% 17% 19% 10% 20% 17% 19% 16% 15% 25% 25% 16% 14% 18% 15%
3 25% 25% 25% 26% 14% 23% 22% 27% 26% 17% 10% 23% 28% 32% 25% 35%
2 14% 16% 12% 15% 6% 10% 17% 13% 16% 3% 13% 5% 23% 16% 14% 17%
1 - VERY LOW PRIORITY 19% 20% 17% 19% 10% 4% 15% 23% 28% 14% 6% 11% 11% 20% 23% 26%
DON'T KNOW 2% * 3% 2% - - 1% 2% 4% - - 4% - 2% 1% 3%
MEAN † 3.1 3.0 3.2 3.1 4.1 3.9 3.3 2.9 2.6 3.9 3.9 3.7 3.1 2.9 2.9 2.5
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
CHILDREN UNDER 18 REGISTERED VOTER RESIDENCY HOME OWNERSHIP BUSINESS OWNERSHIP
YES NO YES NO
FULL-TIME
RESIDENT
LIVING IN
AVON
PART-TIME
RESIDENT
OF AVON
DO NOT
LIVE IN
AVON
OWN A
PRIMARY
HOME IN
AVON
OWN A
SECOND
HOME IN
AVON
RENT IN
AVON YES NO
5 – VERY HIGH PRIORITY 23% 22% 23% 26% 19% 31% 8% 16% 16% 7% 70% 28% 22%
4 18% 20% 17% 19% 16% 18% 16% 20% 21% 14% 12% 20% 17%
3 25% 27% 24% 23% 28% 21% 32% 28% 24% 32% 12% 23% 25%
2 14% 17% 13% 14% 13% 13% 16% 13% 17% 17% 3% 13% 14%
1 - VERY LOW PRIORITY 19% 14% 20% 16% 22% 15% 27% 16% 20% 27% 3% 15% 20%
DON'T KNOW 2% 1% 2% 2% 2% 1% 2% 7% 2% 2% - 1% 2%
MEAN † 3.1 3.2 3.1 3.2 3.0 3.4 2.6 3.1 3.0 2.6 4.4 3.3 3.1
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
AREA OF TOWN LENGTH OF RESIDENCY
EAST
COMMERCIAL &
RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
WEST
COMMERCIAL
& RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
NOTTINGHAM
PARK/
SUNRIDGE/
LIFTVIEW/
BROOKSIDE
AREA
ASPENS
MOBILE HOME
VILLAGE/
WESTLAKE
VILLAGE
AREAS
NOTTINGHAM
RD/
METCALF RD
AREAS
WILDRIDGE/
WILDWOOD
AREAS
HURD LANE/
EAGLEBEND
AREAS
1 TO 2
YEARS
3 TO 4
YEARS
5 TO 7
YEARS 8 TO 10 YEARS
11 TO 14
YEARS
15 TO 19
YEARS
MORE THAN
20 YEARS
5 – VERY HIGH PRIORITY 23% 19% 29% 22% 45% 15% 13% 40% 25% 35% 29% 23% 27% 14% 16%
4 18% 35% 11% 16% 16% 22% 19% 17% 20% 18% 19% 21% 18% 13% 18%
3 25% 17% 27% 32% 14% 27% 28% 11% 23% 14% 26% 23% 24% 34% 25%
2 14% 12% 16% 11% 12% 24% 17% 8% 16% 14% 15% 13% 16% 12% 13%
1 - VERY LOW PRIORITY 19% 14% 15% 18% 14% 12% 21% 23% 15% 18% 10% 16% 15% 25% 27%
DON'T KNOW 2% 2% 2% 2% - - 2% 1% 1% 1% - 5% 1% 2% 1%
MEAN † 3.1 3.3 3.2 3.1 3.7 3.0 2.9 3.4 3.2 3.4 3.4 3.2 3.3 2.8 2.8
* LESS THAN 1% REPORTED.
† THE MEAN SCORE IS DERIVED BY TAKING THE AVERAGE SCORE BASED ON THE 5-POINT SCALE. THE VERY HIGH PRIORITY RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 5; THE VERY LOW PRIORITY RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 1. THE DON’T KNOW/WON’T SAY RESPONSES
ARE EXCLUDED FROM THE CALCULATION OF THE MEAN.
RESEARCH & POLLING, INC.
TOWN OF AVON, COLORADO – COMMUNITY SURVEY
SEPTEMBER 2015 PAGE 102
PRIORITY LEVEL ON BUILDING MORE HOUSING THAT IS AFFORDABLE TO PURCHASE BY AVON WORKERS
QUESTION 33: OVERALL, HOW MUCH OF A PRIORITY SHOULD BE PLACED ON BUILDING MORE HOUSING THAT IS AFFORDABLE TO PURCHASE BY AVON WORKERS WITHIN THE TOWN OF AVON?
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
GENDER ETHNICITY AGE HOUSEHOLD INCOME
MALE FEMALE WHITE HISPANIC
18 TO 34
YEARS
35 TO 49
YEARS
50 TO 64
YEARS
65 YEARS
OR OLDER
LESS THAN
$30,000
$30,000
TO
$49,999
$50,000
TO
$79,999
$80,000
TO
$99,999
$100,000
TO
$174,999
$175,000
TO
$249,999
$250,000
OR MORE
5 – VERY HIGH PRIORITY 27% 24% 30% 23% 62% 47% 33% 22% 9% 64% 47% 38% 24% 18% 23% 8%
4 21% 22% 21% 23% 12% 24% 24% 17% 23% 11% 19% 23% 31% 24% 27% 19%
3 25% 25% 26% 27% 17% 22% 22% 29% 28% 16% 21% 19% 24% 31% 26% 37%
2 11% 13% 8% 11% - 5% 9% 12% 16% 6% 6% 7% 11% 13% 10% 12%
1 - VERY LOW PRIORITY 13% 15% 11% 13% 9% 3% 11% 16% 19% 2% 6% 10% 9% 13% 15% 21%
DON'T KNOW 3% 1% 5% 3% - - 1% 3% 6% - 1% 4% 1% 3% - 3%
MEAN † 3.4 3.3 3.5 3.3 4.2 4.1 3.6 3.2 2.8 4.3 4.0 3.8 3.5 3.2 3.3 2.8
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
CHILDREN UNDER 18 REGISTERED VOTER RESIDENCY HOME OWNERSHIP BUSINESS OWNERSHIP
YES NO YES NO
FULL-TIME
RESIDENT
LIVING IN
AVON
PART-TIME
RESIDENT
OF AVON
DO NOT
LIVE IN
AVON
OWN A
PRIMARY
HOME IN
AVON
OWN A
SECOND
HOME IN
AVON
RENT IN
AVON YES NO
5 – VERY HIGH PRIORITY 27% 29% 26% 30% 22% 35% 9% 29% 23% 9% 65% 29% 26%
4 21% 20% 22% 23% 19% 21% 19% 28% 25% 18% 15% 25% 20%
3 25% 31% 24% 24% 28% 23% 33% 19% 26% 34% 13% 21% 27%
2 11% 8% 12% 9% 13% 9% 15% 12% 11% 17% 2% 10% 11%
1 - VERY LOW PRIORITY 13% 10% 14% 12% 15% 11% 20% 7% 13% 19% 4% 11% 14%
DON'T KNOW 3% 1% 3% 2% 3% 1% 4% 6% 2% 3% 1% 3% 2%
MEAN † 3.4 3.5 3.3 3.5 3.2 3.6 2.8 3.6 3.3 2.8 4.4 3.5 3.4
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
AREA OF TOWN LENGTH OF RESIDENCY
EAST
COMMERCIAL &
RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
WEST
COMMERCIAL
& RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
NOTTINGHAM
PARK/
SUNRIDGE/
LIFTVIEW/
BROOKSIDE
AREA
ASPENS
MOBILE HOME
VILLAGE/
WESTLAKE
VILLAGE
AREAS
NOTTINGHAM
RD/
METCALF RD
AREAS
WILDRIDGE/
WILDWOOD
AREAS
HURD LANE/
EAGLEBEND
AREAS
1 TO 2
YEARS
3 TO 4
YEARS
5 TO 7
YEARS 8 TO 10 YEARS
11 TO 14
YEARS
15 TO 19
YEARS
MORE THAN
20 YEARS
5 – VERY HIGH PRIORITY 27% 29% 28% 23% 58% 29% 20% 38% 24% 36% 38% 26% 29% 21% 21%
4 21% 36% 14% 21% 27% 22% 23% 19% 25% 15% 20% 22% 27% 18% 17%
3 25% 18% 29% 32% 6% 17% 28% 22% 32% 20% 23% 26% 20% 34% 26%
2 11% 6% 14% 10% - 25% 12% 2% 8% 8% 7% 11% 11% 8% 17%
1 - VERY LOW PRIORITY 13% 11% 12% 11% 8% 7% 16% 18% 10% 18% 12% 11% 9% 18% 17%
DON'T KNOW 3% - 3% 3% - - 3% 1% 1% 3% - 3% 5% 1% 2%
MEAN † 3.4 3.6 3.3 3.4 4.3 3.4 3.2 3.6 3.5 3.4 3.6 3.4 3.6 3.2 3.1
† THE MEAN SCORE IS DERIVED BY TAKING THE AVERAGE SCORE BASED ON THE 5-POINT SCALE. THE VERY HIGH PRIORITY RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 5; THE VERY LOW PRIORITY RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 1. THE DON’T KNOW/WON’T SAY RESPONSES
ARE EXCLUDED FROM THE CALCULATION OF THE MEAN.
RESEARCH & POLLING, INC.
TOWN OF AVON, COLORADO – COMMUNITY SURVEY
SEPTEMBER 2015 PAGE 103
APPROPRIATENESS OF SHORT-TERM RENTALS IN YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD
QUESTION 34: DO YOU FEEL SHORT-TERM RENTAL PROPERTIES (SUCH AS THOSE FOUND ON VRBO, FLIPKEY, AIRBNB, ETC.) ARE APPROPRIATE IN YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD?
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
GENDER ETHNICITY AGE HOUSEHOLD INCOME
MALE FEMALE WHITE HISPANIC
18 TO 34
YEARS
35 TO 49
YEARS
50 TO 64
YEARS
65 YEARS
OR OLDER
LESS THAN
$30,000
$30,000
TO
$49,999
$50,000
TO
$79,999
$80,000
TO
$99,999
$100,000
TO
$174,999
$175,000
TO
$249,999
$250,000
OR MORE
YES 44% 48% 39% 44% 45% 60% 49% 41% 26% 37% 48% 52% 52% 40% 48% 35%
NO 26% 26% 26% 27% 21% 15% 20% 28% 41% 13% 19% 21% 20% 32% 26% 31%
DEPENDS 17% 16% 19% 19% 9% 14% 18% 18% 19% 24% 10% 13% 20% 16% 19% 24%
DON'T KNOW 13% 11% 16% 11% 25% 11% 13% 13% 14% 26% 23% 13% 8% 12% 7% 10%
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
CHILDREN UNDER 18 REGISTERED VOTER RESIDENCY HOME OWNERSHIP BUSINESS OWNERSHIP
YES NO YES NO
FULL-TIME
RESIDENT
LIVING IN
AVON
PART-TIME
RESIDENT
OF AVON
DO NOT
LIVE IN
AVON
OWN A
PRIMARY
HOME IN
AVON
OWN A
SECOND
HOME IN
AVON
RENT IN
AVON YES NO
YES 44% 47% 43% 45% 42% 44% 45% 41% 44% 45% 44% 42% 45%
NO 26% 24% 26% 28% 22% 27% 24% 20% 28% 25% 24% 29% 25%
DEPENDS 17% 17% 17% 16% 20% 17% 19% 19% 18% 19% 12% 18% 17%
DON'T KNOW 13% 13% 13% 11% 16% 12% 11% 20% 10% 12% 20% 11% 13%
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
AREA OF TOWN LENGTH OF RESIDENCY
EAST
COMMERCIAL &
RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
WEST
COMMERCIAL
& RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
NOTTINGHAM
PARK/
SUNRIDGE/
LIFTVIEW/
BROOKSIDE
AREA
ASPENS
MOBILE HOME
VILLAGE/
WESTLAKE
VILLAGE
AREAS
NOTTINGHAM
RD/
METCALF RD
AREAS
WILDRIDGE/
WILDWOOD
AREAS
HURD LANE/
EAGLEBEND
AREAS
1 TO 2
YEARS
3 TO 4
YEARS
5 TO 7
YEARS 8 TO 10 YEARS
11 TO 14
YEARS
15 TO 19
YEARS
MORE THAN
20 YEARS
YES 44% 52% 58% 52% 51% 36% 32% 45% 47% 54% 57% 41% 42% 45% 33%
NO 26% 16% 13% 24% 24% 21% 41% 15% 14% 14% 20% 30% 23% 29% 36%
DEPENDS 17% 13% 21% 13% 6% 22% 18% 20% 19% 20% 15% 17% 19% 17% 16%
DON'T KNOW 13% 19% 8% 11% 19% 20% 9% 21% 19% 12% 8% 12% 16% 8% 14%
RESEARCH & POLLING, INC.
TOWN OF AVON, COLORADO – COMMUNITY SURVEY
SEPTEMBER 2015 PAGE 104
TOWN OF AVON SHOULD TAKE A MORE ACTIVE ROLE IN ENFORCING RULES AND REGULATIONS REGARDING SHORT-TERM RENTALS
QUESTION 35: DO YOU FEEL SHORT-TERM RENTAL PROPERTIES (SUCH AS THOSE FOUND ON VRBO, FLIPKEY, AIRBNB, ETC.) ARE APPROPRIATE IN YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD?
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
GENDER ETHNICITY AGE HOUSEHOLD INCOME
MALE FEMALE WHITE HISPANIC
18 TO 34
YEARS
35 TO 49
YEARS
50 TO 64
YEARS
65 YEARS
OR OLDER
LESS THAN
$30,000
$30,000
TO
$49,999
$50,000
TO
$79,999
$80,000
TO
$99,999
$100,000
TO
$174,999
$175,000
TO
$249,999
$250,000
OR MORE
YES 32% 32% 30% 30% 60% 27% 26% 34% 42% 35% 40% 30% 28% 34% 26% 27%
NO 33% 36% 30% 34% 16% 30% 37% 36% 24% 20% 27% 29% 31% 36% 37% 39%
DEPENDS 17% 20% 15% 18% 8% 18% 22% 14% 16% 22% 13% 18% 19% 17% 27% 19%
DON'T KNOW 17% 12% 25% 17% 15% 25% 15% 16% 18% 23% 20% 23% 22% 13% 10% 14%
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
CHILDREN UNDER 18 REGISTERED VOTER RESIDENCY HOME OWNERSHIP BUSINESS OWNERSHIP
YES NO YES NO
FULL-TIME
RESIDENT
LIVING IN
AVON
PART-TIME
RESIDENT
OF AVON
DO NOT
LIVE IN
AVON
OWN A
PRIMARY
HOME IN
AVON
OWN A
SECOND
HOME IN
AVON
RENT IN
AVON YES NO
YES 32% 28% 33% 33% 31% 34% 27% 30% 32% 26% 43% 35% 31%
NO 33% 37% 32% 34% 32% 32% 38% 28% 36% 38% 21% 33% 33%
DEPENDS 17% 17% 17% 17% 18% 17% 19% 14% 19% 17% 13% 17% 18%
DON'T KNOW 17% 18% 17% 17% 19% 16% 16% 28% 13% 19% 23% 15% 18%
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
AREA OF TOWN LENGTH OF RESIDENCY
EAST
COMMERCIAL &
RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
WEST
COMMERCIAL
& RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
NOTTINGHAM
PARK/
SUNRIDGE/
LIFTVIEW/
BROOKSIDE
AREA
ASPENS
MOBILE HOME
VILLAGE/
WESTLAKE
VILLAGE
AREAS
NOTTINGHAM
RD/
METCALF RD
AREAS
WILDRIDGE/
WILDWOOD
AREAS
HURD LANE/
EAGLEBEND
AREAS
1 TO 2
YEARS
3 TO 4
YEARS
5 TO 7
YEARS 8 TO 10 YEARS
11 TO 14
YEARS
15 TO 19
YEARS
MORE THAN
20 YEARS
YES 32% 26% 27% 37% 40% 28% 32% 34% 14% 30% 31% 31% 28% 36% 45%
NO 33% 29% 38% 29% 23% 40% 36% 25% 33% 34% 46% 21% 37% 38% 28%
DEPENDS 17% 13% 24% 18% 5% 16% 19% 14% 23% 18% 9% 22% 18% 18% 12%
DON'T KNOW 17% 32% 12% 16% 31% 16% 13% 27% 30% 19% 13% 25% 17% 8% 15%
RESEARCH & POLLING, INC.
TOWN OF AVON, COLORADO – COMMUNITY SURVEY
SEPTEMBER 2015 PAGE 105
TOWN OF AVON SHOULD ALLOW HOMEOWNERS TO DIVIDE A PORTION OF THEIR HOME INTO SEPARATE LIVING AREA FOR LONG-TERM RENTALS
QUESTION 36: DO YOU BELIEVE THE TOWN OF AVON SHOULD ALLOW HOMEOWNERS TO DIVIDE A PORTION OF THEIR HOME INTO A SEPARATE LIVING AREA (ALSO KNOWN AS A "LOCK-OFF") FOR LONG-TERM RENTALS?
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
GENDER ETHNICITY AGE HOUSEHOLD INCOME
MALE FEMALE WHITE HISPANIC
18 TO 34
YEARS
35 TO 49
YEARS
50 TO 64
YEARS
65 YEARS
OR OLDER
LESS THAN
$30,000
$30,000
TO
$49,999
$50,000
TO
$79,999
$80,000
TO
$99,999
$100,000
TO
$174,999
$175,000
TO
$249,999
$250,000
OR MORE
YES 62% 59% 65% 61% 68% 77% 71% 57% 41% 73% 66% 73% 71% 60% 62% 43%
NO 13% 16% 9% 13% 18% 7% 7% 16% 20% 15% 11% 5% 8% 15% 13% 20%
DEPENDS 19% 20% 17% 20% 7% 14% 17% 19% 24% 10% 20% 15% 17% 21% 22% 24%
DON'T KNOW 7% 6% 9% 7% 7% 1% 4% 8% 15% 2% 3% 7% 3% 4% 3% 13%
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
CHILDREN UNDER 18 REGISTERED VOTER RESIDENCY HOME OWNERSHIP BUSINESS OWNERSHIP
YES NO YES NO
FULL-TIME
RESIDENT
LIVING IN
AVON
PART-TIME
RESIDENT
OF AVON
DO NOT
LIVE IN
AVON
OWN A
PRIMARY
HOME IN
AVON
OWN A
SECOND
HOME IN
AVON
RENT IN
AVON YES NO
YES 62% 69% 59% 68% 52% 69% 46% 62% 65% 45% 80% 71% 60%
NO 13% 11% 13% 12% 14% 12% 17% 7% 14% 17% 6% 10% 14%
DEPENDS 19% 16% 19% 16% 23% 16% 24% 19% 19% 24% 8% 16% 19%
DON'T KNOW 7% 4% 8% 4% 11% 3% 14% 12% 2% 14% 6% 4% 8%
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
AREA OF TOWN LENGTH OF RESIDENCY
EAST
COMMERCIAL &
RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
WEST
COMMERCIAL
& RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
NOTTINGHAM
PARK/
SUNRIDGE/
LIFTVIEW/
BROOKSIDE
AREA
ASPENS
MOBILE HOME
VILLAGE/
WESTLAKE
VILLAGE
AREAS
NOTTINGHAM
RD/
METCALF RD
AREAS
WILDRIDGE/
WILDWOOD
AREAS
HURD LANE/
EAGLEBEND
AREAS
1 TO 2
YEARS
3 TO 4
YEARS
5 TO 7
YEARS 8 TO 10 YEARS
11 TO 14
YEARS
15 TO 19
YEARS
MORE THAN
20 YEARS
YES 62% 62% 66% 58% 76% 63% 61% 67% 68% 69% 63% 60% 62% 63% 55%
NO 13% 15% 10% 11% 21% 13% 14% 12% 9% 13% 11% 8% 9% 16% 21%
DEPENDS 19% 16% 17% 20% 3% 20% 20% 15% 17% 15% 21% 23% 19% 16% 18%
DON'T KNOW 7% 8% 7% 11% - 3% 5% 5% 7% 3% 5% 9% 10% 5% 6%
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PREFERENCE OF FUTURE GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT
QUESTION 37: THINKING ABOUT FUTURE GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT, WOULD YOU PREFER THAT AVON...
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
GENDER ETHNICITY AGE HOUSEHOLD INCOME
MALE FEMALE WHITE HISPANIC
18 TO 34
YEARS
35 TO 49
YEARS
50 TO 64
YEARS
65 YEARS
OR OLDER
LESS THAN
$30,000
$30,000
TO
$49,999
$50,000
TO
$79,999
$80,000
TO
$99,999
$100,000
TO
$174,999
$175,000
TO
$249,999
$250,000
OR MORE
DEVELOP WITH MORE OF A FOCUS AS AN
UPSCALE RESORT TOWN 16% 19% 13% 17% 5% 9% 12% 20% 23% 2% 5% 3% 10% 15% 19% 42%
DEVELOP WITH MORE OF A FOCUS ON LOCAL
FAMILIES AND WORKERS 34% 33% 37% 32% 63% 60% 37% 27% 22% 60% 61% 48% 37% 27% 19% 14%
BOTH 46% 45% 46% 47% 29% 31% 49% 49% 46% 31% 32% 44% 53% 54% 62% 42%
NO OPINION 3% 3% 4% 3% 4% - 2% 4% 9% 6% 1% 5% - 4% - 2%
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
CHILDREN UNDER 18 REGISTERED VOTER RESIDENCY HOME OWNERSHIP BUSINESS OWNERSHIP
YES NO YES NO
FULL-TIME
RESIDENT
LIVING IN
AVON
PART-TIME
RESIDENT
OF AVON
DO NOT
LIVE IN
AVON
OWN A
PRIMARY
HOME IN
AVON
OWN A
SECOND
HOME IN
AVON
RENT IN
AVON YES NO
DEVELOP WITH MORE OF A FOCUS AS AN
UPSCALE RESORT TOWN 16% 16% 16% 11% 24% 9% 33% 13% 12% 33% 2% 8% 19%
DEVELOP WITH MORE OF A FOCUS ON LOCAL
FAMILIES AND WORKERS 34% 42% 32% 42% 23% 45% 12% 33% 36% 12% 67% 39% 33%
BOTH 46% 40% 48% 44% 49% 43% 52% 46% 48% 52% 30% 49% 45%
NO OPINION 3% 2% 4% 3% 4% 3% 2% 7% 4% 4% 1% 3% 3%
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
AREA OF TOWN LENGTH OF RESIDENCY
EAST
COMMERCIAL &
RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
WEST
COMMERCIAL
& RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
NOTTINGHAM
PARK/
SUNRIDGE/
LIFTVIEW/
BROOKSIDE
AREA
ASPENS
MOBILE HOME
VILLAGE/
WESTLAKE
VILLAGE
AREAS
NOTTINGHAM
RD/
METCALF RD
AREAS
WILDRIDGE/
WILDWOOD
AREAS
HURD LANE/
EAGLEBEND
AREAS
1 TO 2
YEARS
3 TO 4
YEARS
5 TO 7
YEARS 8 TO 10 YEARS
11 TO 14
YEARS
15 TO 19
YEARS
MORE THAN
20 YEARS
DEVELOP WITH MORE OF A FOCUS AS AN
UPSCALE RESORT TOWN 16% 18% 25% 12% - 11% 20% 8% 17% 24% 18% 19% 14% 15% 15%
DEVELOP WITH MORE OF A FOCUS ON LOCAL
FAMILIES AND WORKERS 34% 31% 28% 33% 63% 43% 31% 48% 46% 29% 37% 28% 30% 37% 36%
BOTH 46% 47% 46% 49% 29% 43% 47% 43% 35% 45% 45% 51% 53% 43% 44%
NO OPINION 3% 4% 1% 6% 8% 3% 3% 1% 1% 1% - 3% 3% 5% 6%
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NEW DEVELOPMENTS SHOULD BE REQUIRED TO HAVE A STANDARD DESIGN/STYLE OR BUILDERS SHOULD BE ALLOWED TO PROPOSE DIFFERENT DESIGNS/STYLES
QUESTION 38: DO YOU FEEL THAT NEW COMMERCIAL AND RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENTS IN AVON SHOULD BE REQUIRED TO HAVE A STANDARD DESIGN OR STYLE, OR DO YOU BELIEVE THAT BUILDERS SHOULD BE ALLOWED TO PROPOSE DIFFERENT
TYPES OF DESIGNS AND STYLES FOR NEW CONSTRUCTION?
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
GENDER ETHNICITY AGE HOUSEHOLD INCOME
MALE FEMALE WHITE HISPANIC
18 TO 34
YEARS
35 TO 49
YEARS
50 TO 64
YEARS
65 YEARS
OR OLDER
LESS THAN
$30,000
$30,000
TO
$49,999
$50,000
TO
$79,999
$80,000
TO
$99,999
$100,000
TO
$174,999
$175,000
TO
$249,999
$250,000
OR MORE
NEW BUILDINGS SHOULD BE REQUIRED TO
HAVE A STANDARD DESIGN AND STYLE 30% 29% 31% 31% 27% 21% 28% 32% 36% 16% 20% 20% 29% 37% 37% 33%
BUILDERS SHOULD BE ALLOWED TO PROPOSE
DIFFERENT DESIGNS AND STYLES 61% 63% 58% 61% 58% 69% 65% 59% 51% 63% 69% 67% 63% 57% 58% 59%
DON'T KNOW 9% 7% 12% 9% 15% 9% 8% 9% 12% 21% 11% 13% 8% 6% 6% 8%
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
CHILDREN UNDER 18 REGISTERED VOTER RESIDENCY HOME OWNERSHIP BUSINESS OWNERSHIP
YES NO YES NO
FULL-TIME
RESIDENT
LIVING IN
AVON
PART-TIME
RESIDENT
OF AVON
DO NOT
LIVE IN
AVON
OWN A
PRIMARY
HOME IN
AVON
OWN A
SECOND
HOME IN
AVON
RENT IN
AVON YES NO
NEW BUILDINGS SHOULD BE REQUIRED TO
HAVE A STANDARD DESIGN AND STYLE 30% 28% 30% 26% 35% 26% 35% 39% 27% 40% 22% 21% 33%
BUILDERS SHOULD BE ALLOWED TO PROPOSE
DIFFERENT DESIGNS AND STYLES 61% 64% 60% 66% 54% 66% 55% 49% 65% 51% 67% 72% 58%
DON'T KNOW 9% 8% 10% 8% 11% 9% 10% 12% 8% 9% 10% 8% 10%
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
AREA OF TOWN LENGTH OF RESIDENCY
EAST
COMMERCIAL &
RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
WEST
COMMERCIAL
& RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
NOTTINGHAM
PARK/
SUNRIDGE/
LIFTVIEW/
BROOKSIDE
AREA
ASPENS
MOBILE HOME
VILLAGE/
WESTLAKE
VILLAGE
AREAS
NOTTINGHAM
RD/
METCALF RD
AREAS
WILDRIDGE/
WILDWOOD
AREAS
HURD LANE/
EAGLEBEND
AREAS
1 TO 2
YEARS
3 TO 4
YEARS
5 TO 7
YEARS 8 TO 10 YEARS
11 TO 14
YEARS
15 TO 19
YEARS
MORE THAN
20 YEARS
NEW BUILDINGS SHOULD BE REQUIRED TO
HAVE A STANDARD DESIGN AND STYLE 30% 44% 36% 29% 25% 27% 28% 22% 31% 31% 31% 35% 23% 27% 30%
BUILDERS SHOULD BE ALLOWED TO PROPOSE
DIFFERENT DESIGNS AND STYLES 61% 50% 56% 56% 49% 73% 66% 66% 59% 59% 62% 57% 68% 65% 57%
DON'T KNOW 9% 6% 9% 15% 25% - 6% 11% 10% 10% 7% 8% 9% 7% 13%
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BUSINESSES AND SERVICES NEEDED IN THE TOWN OF AVON:
MORE FINE DINING OPTIONS
QUESTION 39: PLEASE RATE HOW MUCH YOU THINK EACH OF THE FOLLOWING TYPES OF BUSINESSES AND SERVICES ARE NEEDED IN THE TOWN OF AVON USING A 5-POINT SCALE, WHERE 5 IS SERIOUSLY NEEDED AND 1 IS NOT NEEDED AT ALL.
MORE FINE DINING OPTIONS.
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
GENDER ETHNICITY AGE HOUSEHOLD INCOME
MALE FEMALE WHITE HISPANIC
18 TO 34
YEARS
35 TO 49
YEARS
50 TO 64
YEARS
65 YEARS
OR OLDER
LESS THAN
$30,000
$30,000
TO
$49,999
$50,000
TO
$79,999
$80,000
TO
$99,999
$100,000
TO
$174,999
$175,000
TO
$249,999
$250,000
OR MORE
5 – SERIOUSLY NEEDED 14% 13% 16% 15% 16% 17% 12% 15% 14% 14% 10% 17% 10% 17% 10% 13%
4 21% 21% 22% 23% 13% 13% 20% 23% 27% 13% 19% 17% 19% 22% 24% 29%
3 29% 32% 25% 29% 23% 22% 31% 29% 34% 29% 24% 23% 28% 31% 43% 34%
2 17% 16% 19% 18% 15% 24% 17% 18% 9% 10% 23% 22% 25% 18% 11% 11%
1 – NOT NEEDED AT ALL 16% 18% 14% 13% 31% 23% 19% 13% 11% 32% 24% 16% 17% 11% 10% 11%
DON'T KNOW 2% 1% 3% 2% 2% 2% * 3% 5% 2% - 5% - 2% 1% 2%
MEAN † 3.0 3.0 3.1 3.1 2.7 2.8 2.9 3.1 3.3 2.7 2.7 3.0 2.8 3.2 3.1 3.2
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
CHILDREN UNDER 18 REGISTERED VOTER RESIDENCY HOME OWNERSHIP BUSINESS OWNERSHIP
YES NO YES NO
FULL-TIME
RESIDENT
LIVING IN
AVON
PART-TIME
RESIDENT
OF AVON
DO NOT
LIVE IN
AVON
OWN A
PRIMARY
HOME IN
AVON
OWN A
SECOND
HOME IN
AVON
RENT IN
AVON YES NO
5 – SERIOUSLY NEEDED 14% 12% 15% 15% 12% 14% 15% 10% 14% 14% 14% 11% 15%
4 21% 21% 22% 19% 25% 18% 28% 23% 20% 27% 14% 22% 21%
3 29% 26% 30% 28% 31% 28% 31% 32% 30% 30% 26% 33% 28%
2 17% 19% 17% 19% 14% 20% 12% 14% 20% 14% 17% 19% 17%
1 – NOT NEEDED AT ALL 16% 21% 14% 18% 14% 18% 12% 16% 14% 12% 28% 14% 16%
DON'T KNOW 2% 2% 2% 1% 3% 2% 2% 4% 2% 3% 1% 1% 2%
MEAN † 3.0 2.8 3.1 2.9 3.1 2.9 3.2 3.0 3.0 3.2 2.7 3.0 3.0
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
AREA OF TOWN LENGTH OF RESIDENCY
EAST
COMMERCIAL &
RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
WEST
COMMERCIAL
& RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
NOTTINGHAM
PARK/
SUNRIDGE/
LIFTVIEW/
BROOKSIDE
AREA
ASPENS
MOBILE HOME
VILLAGE/
WESTLAKE
VILLAGE
AREAS
NOTTINGHAM
RD/
METCALF RD
AREAS
WILDRIDGE/
WILDWOOD
AREAS
HURD LANE/
EAGLEBEND
AREAS
1 TO 2
YEARS
3 TO 4
YEARS
5 TO 7
YEARS 8 TO 10 YEARS
11 TO 14
YEARS
15 TO 19
YEARS
MORE THAN
20 YEARS
5 – SERIOUSLY NEEDED 14% 11% 15% 13% 16% 17% 15% 16% 25% 11% 13% 15% 11% 14% 16%
4 21% 26% 18% 21% 26% 22% 24% 19% 23% 14% 19% 20% 23% 25% 23%
3 29% 30% 31% 23% 9% 36% 29% 35% 19% 37% 34% 32% 35% 23% 27%
2 17% 15% 20% 20% 28% 12% 15% 11% 14% 21% 18% 16% 16% 16% 18%
1 – NOT NEEDED AT ALL 16% 18% 15% 20% 22% 12% 15% 18% 16% 14% 15% 15% 15% 22% 15%
DON'T KNOW 2% - 2% 3% - 1% 2% 2% 2% 3% 1% 3% - 2% 3%
MEAN † 3.0 3.0 3.0 2.9 2.9 3.2 3.1 3.0 3.3 2.9 3.0 3.1 3.0 2.9 3.1
† THE MEAN SCORE IS DERIVED BY TAKING THE AVERAGE SCORE BASED ON THE 5-POINT SCALE. THE SERIOUSLY NEEDED RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 5; THE NOT NEEDED AT ALL RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 1. THE DON’T KNOW/WON’T SAY RESPONSES
ARE EXCLUDED FROM THE CALCULATION OF THE MEAN.
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BUSINESSES AND SERVICES NEEDED IN THE TOWN OF AVON:
A GREATER VARIETY OF RETAIL SHOPS
QUESTION 40: PLEASE RATE HOW MUCH YOU THINK EACH OF THE FOLLOWING TYPES OF BUSINESSES AND SERVICES ARE NEEDED IN THE TOWN OF AVON USING A 5-POINT SCALE, WHERE 5 IS SERIOUSLY NEEDED AND 1 IS NOT NEEDED AT ALL. A
GREATER VARIETY OF RETAIL SHOPS
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
GENDER ETHNICITY AGE HOUSEHOLD INCOME
MALE FEMALE WHITE HISPANIC
18 TO 34
YEARS
35 TO 49
YEARS
50 TO 64
YEARS
65 YEARS
OR OLDER
LESS THAN
$30,000
$30,000
TO
$49,999
$50,000
TO
$79,999
$80,000
TO
$99,999
$100,000
TO
$174,999
$175,000
TO
$249,999
$250,000
OR MORE
5 – SERIOUSLY NEEDED 18% 15% 20% 16% 34% 14% 17% 17% 23% 32% 21% 11% 9% 15% 13% 22%
4 26% 24% 28% 26% 33% 33% 20% 26% 30% 24% 34% 17% 28% 24% 31% 26%
3 30% 32% 26% 31% 9% 27% 32% 30% 26% 28% 19% 38% 37% 29% 30% 26%
2 14% 13% 14% 14% 15% 17% 14% 14% 11% 7% 14% 21% 9% 19% 11% 13%
1 – NOT NEEDED AT ALL 12% 14% 9% 11% 9% 9% 16% 11% 8% 7% 12% 11% 16% 9% 14% 12%
DON'T KNOW 2% 1% 2% 2% - - 1% 2% 3% 1% - 3% - 3% 1% 1%
MEAN † 3.2 3.1 3.4 3.2 3.7 3.3 3.1 3.2 3.5 3.7 3.4 3.0 3.0 3.2 3.2 3.3
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
CHILDREN UNDER 18 REGISTERED VOTER RESIDENCY HOME OWNERSHIP BUSINESS OWNERSHIP
YES NO YES NO
FULL-TIME
RESIDENT
LIVING IN
AVON
PART-TIME
RESIDENT
OF AVON
DO NOT
LIVE IN
AVON
OWN A
PRIMARY
HOME IN
AVON
OWN A
SECOND
HOME IN
AVON
RENT IN
AVON YES NO
5 – SERIOUSLY NEEDED 18% 18% 18% 16% 20% 17% 21% 13% 15% 20% 21% 14% 19%
4 26% 22% 27% 27% 24% 26% 26% 23% 26% 25% 28% 19% 28%
3 30% 30% 29% 31% 27% 29% 30% 28% 32% 29% 25% 36% 28%
2 14% 11% 15% 14% 14% 14% 13% 17% 14% 13% 15% 17% 13%
1 – NOT NEEDED AT ALL 12% 16% 10% 11% 12% 12% 10% 14% 12% 12% 11% 12% 12%
DON'T KNOW 2% 1% 2% 1% 2% 1% 1% 4% 2% 2% * 2% 1%
MEAN † 3.2 3.2 3.3 3.2 3.3 3.2 3.3 3.0 3.2 3.3 3.3 3.1 3.3
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
AREA OF TOWN LENGTH OF RESIDENCY
EAST
COMMERCIAL &
RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
WEST
COMMERCIAL
& RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
NOTTINGHAM
PARK/
SUNRIDGE/
LIFTVIEW/
BROOKSIDE
AREA
ASPENS
MOBILE HOME
VILLAGE/
WESTLAKE
VILLAGE
AREAS
NOTTINGHAM
RD/
METCALF RD
AREAS
WILDRIDGE/
WILDWOOD
AREAS
HURD LANE/
EAGLEBEND
AREAS
1 TO 2
YEARS
3 TO 4
YEARS
5 TO 7
YEARS 8 TO 10 YEARS
11 TO 14
YEARS
15 TO 19
YEARS
MORE THAN
20 YEARS
5 – SERIOUSLY NEEDED 18% 20% 19% 11% 13% 18% 15% 31% 26% 19% 18% 18% 19% 18% 12%
4 26% 33% 24% 25% 35% 23% 25% 31% 23% 22% 35% 23% 25% 25% 30%
3 30% 31% 27% 34% 28% 34% 30% 21% 28% 30% 17% 28% 33% 30% 34%
2 14% 10% 16% 14% 13% 15% 15% 9% 12% 22% 18% 11% 12% 13% 11%
1 – NOT NEEDED AT ALL 12% 6% 13% 15% 11% 8% 13% 9% 8% 7% 11% 18% 11% 14% 11%
DON'T KNOW 2% - 1% 2% - 3% 2% - 3% - - 2% - 1% 3%
MEAN † 3.2 3.5 3.2 3.0 3.3 3.3 3.2 3.7 3.5 3.3 3.3 3.1 3.3 3.2 3.2
† THE MEAN SCORE IS DERIVED BY TAKING THE AVERAGE SCORE BASED ON THE 5-POINT SCALE. THE SERIOUSLY NEEDED RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 5; THE NOT NEEDED AT ALL RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 1. THE DON’T KNOW/WON’T SAY RESPONSES
ARE EXCLUDED FROM THE CALCULATION OF THE MEAN.
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BUSINESSES AND SERVICES NEEDED IN THE TOWN OF AVON:
MORE ART GALLERIES
QUESTION 41: PLEASE RATE HOW MUCH YOU THINK EACH OF THE FOLLOWING TYPES OF BUSINESSES AND SERVICES ARE NEEDED IN THE TOWN OF AVON USING A 5-POINT SCALE, WHERE 5 IS SERIOUSLY NEEDED AND 1 IS NOT NEEDED AT ALL.
MORE ART GALLERIES
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
GENDER ETHNICITY AGE HOUSEHOLD INCOME
MALE FEMALE WHITE HISPANIC
18 TO 34
YEARS
35 TO 49
YEARS
50 TO 64
YEARS
65 YEARS
OR OLDER
LESS THAN
$30,000
$30,000
TO
$49,999
$50,000
TO
$79,999
$80,000
TO
$99,999
$100,000
TO
$174,999
$175,000
TO
$249,999
$250,000
OR MORE
5 – SERIOUSLY NEEDED 13% 12% 15% 14% 7% 12% 16% 12% 10% 16% 10% 16% 13% 16% 12% 13%
4 17% 16% 18% 17% 20% 18% 15% 18% 17% 21% 16% 12% 16% 20% 17% 17%
3 27% 26% 28% 27% 38% 25% 28% 27% 29% 24% 24% 30% 29% 21% 34% 34%
2 19% 21% 17% 19% 15% 18% 17% 20% 21% 16% 19% 19% 19% 21% 21% 17%
1 – NOT NEEDED AT ALL 21% 22% 19% 20% 17% 27% 22% 19% 17% 20% 31% 19% 20% 20% 15% 15%
DON'T KNOW 3% 3% 2% 3% 2% - 2% 3% 6% 2% - 5% 3% 2% 1% 3%
MEAN † 2.8 2.7 2.9 2.9 2.9 2.7 2.9 2.8 2.8 3.0 2.5 2.9 2.8 2.9 2.9 2.9
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
CHILDREN UNDER 18 REGISTERED VOTER RESIDENCY HOME OWNERSHIP BUSINESS OWNERSHIP
YES NO YES NO
FULL-TIME
RESIDENT
LIVING IN
AVON
PART-TIME
RESIDENT
OF AVON
DO NOT
LIVE IN
AVON
OWN A
PRIMARY
HOME IN
AVON
OWN A
SECOND
HOME IN
AVON
RENT IN
AVON YES NO
5 – SERIOUSLY NEEDED 13% 14% 13% 15% 11% 15% 12% 9% 15% 10% 15% 13% 13%
4 17% 19% 17% 14% 21% 15% 21% 20% 15% 23% 13% 16% 18%
3 27% 23% 29% 24% 31% 26% 29% 33% 25% 29% 28% 33% 26%
2 19% 21% 18% 21% 16% 19% 18% 20% 21% 18% 16% 19% 19%
1 – NOT NEEDED AT ALL 21% 19% 21% 23% 17% 23% 18% 13% 21% 18% 27% 17% 22%
DON'T KNOW 3% 3% 3% 2% 3% 2% 2% 4% 3% 2% 2% 2% 3%
MEAN † 2.8 2.9 2.8 2.8 2.9 2.8 2.9 2.9 2.8 2.9 2.7 2.9 2.8
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
AREA OF TOWN LENGTH OF RESIDENCY
EAST
COMMERCIAL &
RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
WEST
COMMERCIAL
& RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
NOTTINGHAM
PARK/
SUNRIDGE/
LIFTVIEW/
BROOKSIDE
AREA
ASPENS
MOBILE HOME
VILLAGE/
WESTLAKE
VILLAGE
AREAS
NOTTINGHAM
RD/
METCALF RD
AREAS
WILDRIDGE/
WILDWOOD
AREAS
HURD LANE/
EAGLEBEND
AREAS
1 TO 2
YEARS
3 TO 4
YEARS
5 TO 7
YEARS 8 TO 10 YEARS
11 TO 14
YEARS
15 TO 19
YEARS
MORE THAN
20 YEARS
5 – SERIOUSLY NEEDED 13% 15% 15% 16% 8% 16% 13% 10% 16% 10% 16% 11% 11% 16% 14%
4 17% 17% 20% 18% 17% 22% 15% 14% 29% 16% 15% 15% 19% 13% 16%
3 27% 41% 27% 22% 17% 25% 26% 36% 24% 36% 23% 28% 26% 28% 26%
2 19% 10% 18% 16% 23% 20% 20% 20% 10% 14% 28% 22% 21% 19% 18%
1 – NOT NEEDED AT ALL 21% 8% 19% 25% 36% 17% 24% 16% 18% 21% 18% 22% 21% 21% 23%
DON'T KNOW 3% 9% 2% 4% - - 2% 3% 3% 2% - 3% 2% 3% 4%
MEAN † 2.8 3.2 2.9 2.8 2.4 3.0 2.7 2.8 3.2 2.8 2.8 2.7 2.8 2.8 2.8
† THE MEAN SCORE IS DERIVED BY TAKING THE AVERAGE SCORE BASED ON THE 5-POINT SCALE. THE SERIOUSLY NEEDED RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 5; THE NOT NEEDED AT ALL RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 1. THE DON’T KNOW/WON’T SAY RESPONSES
ARE EXCLUDED FROM THE CALCULATION OF THE MEAN.
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TOWN OF AVON, COLORADO – COMMUNITY SURVEY
SEPTEMBER 2015 PAGE 111
BUSINESSES AND SERVICES NEEDED IN THE TOWN OF AVON:
A LOCAL BREWERY/BREW PUP
QUESTION 42: PLEASE RATE HOW MUCH YOU THINK EACH OF THE FOLLOWING TYPES OF BUSINESSES AND SERVICES ARE NEEDED IN THE TOWN OF AVON USING A 5-POINT SCALE, WHERE 5 IS SERIOUSLY NEEDED AND 1 IS NOT NEEDED AT ALL. A
LOCAL BREWERY/BREW PUB
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
GENDER ETHNICITY AGE HOUSEHOLD INCOME
MALE FEMALE WHITE HISPANIC
18 TO 34
YEARS
35 TO 49
YEARS
50 TO 64
YEARS
65 YEARS
OR OLDER
LESS THAN
$30,000
$30,000
TO
$49,999
$50,000
TO
$79,999
$80,000
TO
$99,999
$100,000
TO
$174,999
$175,000
TO
$249,999
$250,000
OR MORE
5 – SERIOUSLY NEEDED 18% 21% 15% 18% 17% 26% 20% 17% 12% 9% 21% 15% 26% 22% 20% 15%
4 21% 20% 22% 22% 9% 20% 17% 23% 23% 14% 22% 15% 16% 20% 32% 23%
3 22% 21% 24% 23% 11% 10% 22% 26% 23% 19% 16% 26% 23% 19% 22% 28%
2 16% 15% 18% 16% 15% 16% 18% 16% 15% 23% 13% 23% 14% 19% 10% 13%
1 – NOT NEEDED AT ALL 20% 21% 19% 18% 49% 26% 23% 16% 21% 34% 28% 17% 17% 19% 17% 17%
DON'T KNOW 2% 2% 2% 2% - 2% 1% 2% 5% 1% 1% 3% 3% 1% - 4%
MEAN † 3.0 3.0 3.0 3.1 2.3 3.1 2.9 3.1 2.9 2.4 2.9 2.9 3.2 3.1 3.3 3.1
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
CHILDREN UNDER 18 REGISTERED VOTER RESIDENCY HOME OWNERSHIP BUSINESS OWNERSHIP
YES NO YES NO
FULL-TIME
RESIDENT
LIVING IN
AVON
PART-TIME
RESIDENT
OF AVON
DO NOT
LIVE IN
AVON
OWN A
PRIMARY
HOME IN
AVON
OWN A
SECOND
HOME IN
AVON
RENT IN
AVON YES NO
5 – SERIOUSLY NEEDED 18% 20% 18% 21% 14% 21% 14% 16% 22% 16% 14% 15% 19%
4 21% 17% 22% 19% 22% 19% 25% 17% 23% 23% 11% 19% 21%
3 22% 15% 25% 21% 23% 19% 29% 25% 21% 27% 16% 28% 21%
2 16% 18% 15% 18% 14% 17% 14% 16% 15% 14% 23% 17% 16%
1 – NOT NEEDED AT ALL 20% 29% 17% 19% 23% 22% 16% 20% 17% 18% 35% 20% 21%
DON'T KNOW 2% 2% 2% 2% 3% 1% 2% 6% 2% 2% * 1% 2%
MEAN † 3.0 2.8 3.1 3.1 2.9 3.0 3.1 2.9 3.2 3.1 2.5 2.9 3.0
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
AREA OF TOWN LENGTH OF RESIDENCY
EAST
COMMERCIAL &
RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
WEST
COMMERCIAL
& RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
NOTTINGHAM
PARK/
SUNRIDGE/
LIFTVIEW/
BROOKSIDE
AREA
ASPENS
MOBILE HOME
VILLAGE/
WESTLAKE
VILLAGE
AREAS
NOTTINGHAM
RD/
METCALF RD
AREAS
WILDRIDGE/
WILDWOOD
AREAS
HURD LANE/
EAGLEBEND
AREAS
1 TO 2
YEARS
3 TO 4
YEARS
5 TO 7
YEARS 8 TO 10 YEARS
11 TO 14
YEARS
15 TO 19
YEARS
MORE THAN
20 YEARS
5 – SERIOUSLY NEEDED 18% 24% 19% 16% 20% 30% 18% 18% 20% 15% 23% 26% 15% 20% 15%
4 21% 35% 19% 21% 14% 20% 20% 19% 28% 28% 16% 15% 25% 13% 23%
3 22% 16% 21% 22% 18% 20% 23% 18% 18% 25% 22% 23% 16% 26% 23%
2 16% 14% 17% 13% 10% 9% 18% 20% 18% 13% 18% 10% 18% 19% 17%
1 – NOT NEEDED AT ALL 20% 8% 21% 26% 38% 21% 18% 23% 14% 19% 19% 23% 24% 21% 20%
DON'T KNOW 2% 3% 2% 3% - - 3% 1% 1% - 2% 3% 2% 2% 2%
MEAN † 3.0 3.5 3.0 2.9 2.7 3.3 3.0 2.9 3.2 3.1 3.1 3.1 2.9 2.9 2.9
* LESS THAN 1% REPORTED.
† THE MEAN SCORE IS DERIVED BY TAKING THE AVERAGE SCORE BASED ON THE 5-POINT SCALE. THE SERIOUSLY NEEDED RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 5; THE NOT NEEDED AT ALL RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 1. THE DON’T KNOW/WON’T SAY RESPONSES
ARE EXCLUDED FROM THE CALCULATION OF THE MEAN.
RESEARCH & POLLING, INC.
TOWN OF AVON, COLORADO – COMMUNITY SURVEY
SEPTEMBER 2015 PAGE 112
BUSINESSES AND SERVICES NEEDED IN THE TOWN OF AVON:
MORE CASUAL DINING OPTIONS
QUESTION 43: PLEASE RATE HOW MUCH YOU THINK EACH OF THE FOLLOWING TYPES OF BUSINESSES AND SERVICES ARE NEEDED IN THE TOWN OF AVON USING A 5-POINT SCALE, WHERE 5 IS SERIOUSLY NEEDED AND 1 IS NOT NEEDED AT ALL.
MORE CASUAL DINING OPTIONS
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
GENDER ETHNICITY AGE HOUSEHOLD INCOME
MALE FEMALE WHITE HISPANIC
18 TO 34
YEARS
35 TO 49
YEARS
50 TO 64
YEARS
65 YEARS
OR OLDER
LESS THAN
$30,000
$30,000
TO
$49,999
$50,000
TO
$79,999
$80,000
TO
$99,999
$100,000
TO
$174,999
$175,000
TO
$249,999
$250,000
OR MORE
5 – SERIOUSLY NEEDED 24% 25% 23% 23% 38% 30% 27% 22% 17% 37% 33% 16% 25% 27% 16% 19%
4 26% 26% 26% 26% 27% 26% 23% 29% 23% 29% 25% 27% 27% 22% 33% 22%
3 22% 22% 21% 22% 10% 15% 17% 25% 29% 16% 10% 22% 20% 19% 29% 33%
2 12% 11% 13% 13% 8% 3% 16% 10% 16% 4% 8% 19% 9% 15% 14% 12%
1 – NOT NEEDED AT ALL 15% 15% 15% 15% 12% 23% 16% 13% 10% 12% 21% 16% 18% 15% 6% 12%
DON'T KNOW 2% 1% 2% 1% 6% 2% - 2% 4% 2% 2% 1% - 2% 1% 2%
MEAN † 3.3 3.4 3.3 3.3 3.8 3.4 3.3 3.4 3.2 3.8 3.4 3.1 3.3 3.3 3.4 3.2
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
CHILDREN UNDER 18 REGISTERED VOTER RESIDENCY HOME OWNERSHIP BUSINESS OWNERSHIP
YES NO YES NO
FULL-TIME
RESIDENT
LIVING IN
AVON
PART-TIME
RESIDENT
OF AVON
DO NOT
LIVE IN
AVON
OWN A
PRIMARY
HOME IN
AVON
OWN A
SECOND
HOME IN
AVON
RENT IN
AVON YES NO
5 – SERIOUSLY NEEDED 24% 24% 24% 27% 21% 28% 17% 22% 27% 17% 30% 26% 24%
4 26% 22% 27% 27% 24% 27% 26% 19% 27% 24% 28% 22% 27%
3 22% 20% 22% 18% 26% 16% 31% 28% 20% 30% 10% 23% 21%
2 12% 12% 12% 11% 13% 11% 13% 16% 12% 14% 8% 13% 11%
1 – NOT NEEDED AT ALL 15% 20% 13% 16% 12% 16% 13% 10% 14% 13% 21% 15% 15%
DON'T KNOW 2% 1% 2% 1% 3% 1% 1% 6% 1% 1% 3% 1% 2%
MEAN † 3.3 3.2 3.4 3.4 3.3 3.4 3.2 3.3 3.4 3.2 3.4 3.3 3.3
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
AREA OF TOWN LENGTH OF RESIDENCY
EAST
COMMERCIAL &
RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
WEST
COMMERCIAL
& RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
NOTTINGHAM
PARK/
SUNRIDGE/
LIFTVIEW/
BROOKSIDE
AREA
ASPENS
MOBILE HOME
VILLAGE/
WESTLAKE
VILLAGE
AREAS
NOTTINGHAM
RD/
METCALF RD
AREAS
WILDRIDGE/
WILDWOOD
AREAS
HURD LANE/
EAGLEBEND
AREAS
1 TO 2
YEARS
3 TO 4
YEARS
5 TO 7
YEARS 8 TO 10 YEARS
11 TO 14
YEARS
15 TO 19
YEARS
MORE THAN
20 YEARS
5 – SERIOUSLY NEEDED 24% 23% 26% 18% 29% 41% 21% 32% 27% 18% 30% 29% 22% 27% 21%
4 26% 31% 21% 24% 23% 18% 30% 24% 19% 41% 26% 24% 25% 26% 24%
3 22% 20% 25% 21% 9% 16% 23% 19% 23% 18% 18% 21% 22% 20% 25%
2 12% 18% 12% 16% 10% 6% 13% 5% 6% 9% 9% 11% 11% 15% 14%
1 – NOT NEEDED AT ALL 15% 7% 16% 19% 29% 18% 12% 15% 22% 10% 17% 14% 19% 11% 14%
DON'T KNOW 2% - 1% 2% - 1% 1% 4% 3% 3% - 1% - - 3%
MEAN † 3.3 3.5 3.3 3.1 3.1 3.6 3.4 3.6 3.2 3.5 3.4 3.4 3.2 3.4 3.2
† THE MEAN SCORE IS DERIVED BY TAKING THE AVERAGE SCORE BASED ON THE 5-POINT SCALE. THE SERIOUSLY NEEDED RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 5; THE NOT NEEDED AT ALL RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 1. THE DON’T KNOW/WON’T SAY RESPONSES
ARE EXCLUDED FROM THE CALCULATION OF THE MEAN.
RESEARCH & POLLING, INC.
TOWN OF AVON, COLORADO – COMMUNITY SURVEY
SEPTEMBER 2015 PAGE 113
BUSINESSES AND SERVICES NEEDED IN THE TOWN OF AVON:
DELI/SPECIALTY FOOD STORE
QUESTION 44: PLEASE RATE HOW MUCH YOU THINK EACH OF THE FOLLOWING TYPES OF BUSINESSES AND SERVICES ARE NEEDED IN THE TOWN OF AVON USING A 5-POINT SCALE, WHERE 5 IS SERIOUSLY NEEDED AND 1 IS NOT NEEDED AT ALL.
DELI/SPECIALTY FOOD STORE
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
GENDER ETHNICITY AGE HOUSEHOLD INCOME
MALE FEMALE WHITE HISPANIC
18 TO 34
YEARS
35 TO 49
YEARS
50 TO 64
YEARS
65 YEARS
OR OLDER
LESS THAN
$30,000
$30,000
TO
$49,999
$50,000
TO
$79,999
$80,000
TO
$99,999
$100,000
TO
$174,999
$175,000
TO
$249,999
$250,000
OR MORE
5 – SERIOUSLY NEEDED 16% 16% 16% 16% 23% 16% 20% 14% 11% 28% 23% 8% 17% 14% 13% 16%
4 23% 23% 22% 22% 26% 24% 22% 22% 23% 29% 23% 21% 21% 23% 26% 17%
3 27% 28% 26% 28% 18% 27% 24% 30% 27% 16% 22% 33% 27% 24% 32% 34%
2 18% 18% 19% 19% 21% 23% 17% 18% 18% 8% 21% 22% 21% 22% 19% 15%
1 – NOT NEEDED AT ALL 12% 12% 12% 11% 9% 8% 14% 12% 13% 16% 9% 13% 10% 13% 8% 14%
DON'T KNOW 4% 3% 5% 5% 2% 1% 3% 4% 7% 3% 2% 4% 3% 3% 3% 4%
MEAN † 3.1 3.1 3.1 3.1 3.3 3.2 3.2 3.1 3.0 3.5 3.3 2.9 3.1 3.0 3.2 3.1
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
CHILDREN UNDER 18 REGISTERED VOTER RESIDENCY HOME OWNERSHIP BUSINESS OWNERSHIP
YES NO YES NO
FULL-TIME
RESIDENT
LIVING IN
AVON
PART-TIME
RESIDENT
OF AVON
DO NOT
LIVE IN
AVON
OWN A
PRIMARY
HOME IN
AVON
OWN A
SECOND
HOME IN
AVON
RENT IN
AVON YES NO
5 – SERIOUSLY NEEDED 16% 19% 14% 16% 15% 18% 12% 12% 17% 12% 20% 12% 17%
4 23% 22% 23% 22% 24% 22% 23% 25% 20% 25% 29% 23% 23%
3 27% 25% 28% 28% 26% 26% 30% 28% 27% 30% 21% 27% 28%
2 18% 17% 19% 20% 17% 19% 18% 14% 21% 16% 17% 18% 18%
1 – NOT NEEDED AT ALL 12% 15% 11% 11% 12% 11% 13% 13% 12% 13% 12% 16% 11%
DON'T KNOW 4% 2% 5% 3% 5% 3% 4% 9% 4% 4% 1% 3% 4%
MEAN † 3.1 3.2 3.1 3.1 3.1 3.2 3.0 3.1 3.1 3.1 3.3 3.0 3.2
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
AREA OF TOWN LENGTH OF RESIDENCY
EAST
COMMERCIAL &
RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
WEST
COMMERCIAL
& RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
NOTTINGHAM
PARK/
SUNRIDGE/
LIFTVIEW/
BROOKSIDE
AREA
ASPENS
MOBILE HOME
VILLAGE/
WESTLAKE
VILLAGE
AREAS
NOTTINGHAM
RD/
METCALF RD
AREAS
WILDRIDGE/
WILDWOOD
AREAS
HURD LANE/
EAGLEBEND
AREAS
1 TO 2
YEARS
3 TO 4
YEARS
5 TO 7
YEARS 8 TO 10 YEARS
11 TO 14
YEARS
15 TO 19
YEARS
MORE THAN
20 YEARS
5 – SERIOUSLY NEEDED 16% 17% 14% 16% 11% 21% 15% 19% 23% 13% 18% 15% 18% 13% 14%
4 23% 26% 28% 24% 18% 24% 19% 21% 12% 29% 25% 29% 21% 25% 19%
3 27% 29% 25% 26% 37% 23% 28% 26% 29% 19% 31% 26% 24% 27% 32%
2 18% 17% 15% 17% 18% 11% 19% 24% 22% 23% 16% 15% 18% 16% 19%
1 – NOT NEEDED AT ALL 12% 11% 15% 14% 16% 13% 13% 7% 10% 14% 7% 12% 16% 13% 12%
DON'T KNOW 4% - 3% 2% - 8% 6% 3% 4% 3% 3% 3% 3% 6% 4%
MEAN † 3.1 3.2 3.1 3.1 2.9 3.3 3.0 3.2 3.2 3.0 3.3 3.2 3.1 3.1 3.0
† THE MEAN SCORE IS DERIVED BY TAKING THE AVERAGE SCORE BASED ON THE 5-POINT SCALE. THE SERIOUSLY NEEDED RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 5; THE NOT NEEDED AT ALL RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 1. THE DON’T KNOW/WON’T SAY RESPONSES
ARE EXCLUDED FROM THE CALCULATION OF THE MEAN.
RESEARCH & POLLING, INC.
TOWN OF AVON, COLORADO – COMMUNITY SURVEY
SEPTEMBER 2015 PAGE 114
BUSINESSES AND SERVICES NEEDED IN THE TOWN OF AVON:
MORE TRADE SERVICES (PLUMBING, ELECTRICAL, HVAC, CONSTRUCTION, ETC.)
QUESTION 45: PLEASE RATE HOW MUCH YOU THINK EACH OF THE FOLLOWING TYPES OF BUSINESSES AND SERVICES ARE NEEDED IN THE TOWN OF AVON USING A 5-POINT SCALE, WHERE 5 IS SERIOUSLY NEEDED AND 1 IS NOT NEEDED AT ALL.
MORE TRADE SERVICES (PLUMBING, ELECTRICAL, HVAC, CONSTRUCTION, ETC.)
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
GENDER ETHNICITY AGE HOUSEHOLD INCOME
MALE FEMALE WHITE HISPANIC
18 TO 34
YEARS
35 TO 49
YEARS
50 TO 64
YEARS
65 YEARS
OR OLDER
LESS THAN
$30,000
$30,000
TO
$49,999
$50,000
TO
$79,999
$80,000
TO
$99,999
$100,000
TO
$174,999
$175,000
TO
$249,999
$250,000
OR MORE
5 – SERIOUSLY NEEDED 9% 8% 9% 7% 26% 7% 8% 10% 8% 18% 14% 9% 6% 7% 8% 5%
4 17% 17% 17% 16% 25% 27% 17% 14% 15% 30% 19% 13% 12% 16% 18% 18%
3 38% 42% 34% 40% 22% 38% 40% 36% 41% 17% 31% 43% 46% 39% 41% 41%
2 21% 21% 20% 21% 17% 22% 17% 26% 17% 23% 22% 20% 17% 20% 23% 23%
1 – NOT NEEDED AT ALL 13% 10% 16% 13% 9% 6% 16% 13% 15% 11% 12% 12% 17% 16% 8% 10%
DON'T KNOW 2% 1% 3% 2% 2% - 1% 2% 5% - 1% 3% 2% 1% 1% 3%
MEAN † 2.9 2.9 2.8 2.8 3.4 3.1 2.9 2.8 2.8 3.2 3.0 2.9 2.7 2.8 3.0 2.8
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
CHILDREN UNDER 18 REGISTERED VOTER RESIDENCY HOME OWNERSHIP BUSINESS OWNERSHIP
YES NO YES NO
FULL-TIME
RESIDENT
LIVING IN
AVON
PART-TIME
RESIDENT
OF AVON
DO NOT
LIVE IN
AVON
OWN A
PRIMARY
HOME IN
AVON
OWN A
SECOND
HOME IN
AVON
RENT IN
AVON YES NO
5 – SERIOUSLY NEEDED 9% 9% 9% 9% 8% 10% 5% 9% 9% 5% 14% 9% 9%
4 17% 19% 16% 15% 20% 16% 20% 12% 12% 20% 29% 14% 18%
3 38% 33% 40% 38% 38% 36% 43% 41% 39% 44% 29% 39% 38%
2 21% 21% 21% 22% 19% 23% 16% 22% 24% 17% 18% 23% 20%
1 – NOT NEEDED AT ALL 13% 16% 12% 15% 10% 14% 11% 12% 15% 12% 10% 14% 13%
DON'T KNOW 2% 2% 2% 1% 4% 1% 4% 6% 2% 3% - 2% 2%
MEAN † 2.9 2.8 2.9 2.8 3.0 2.9 2.9 2.8 2.7 2.9 3.2 2.8 2.9
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
AREA OF TOWN LENGTH OF RESIDENCY
EAST
COMMERCIAL &
RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
WEST
COMMERCIAL
& RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
NOTTINGHAM
PARK/
SUNRIDGE/
LIFTVIEW/
BROOKSIDE
AREA
ASPENS
MOBILE HOME
VILLAGE/
WESTLAKE
VILLAGE
AREAS
NOTTINGHAM
RD/
METCALF RD
AREAS
WILDRIDGE/
WILDWOOD
AREAS
HURD LANE/
EAGLEBEND
AREAS
1 TO 2
YEARS
3 TO 4
YEARS
5 TO 7
YEARS 8 TO 10 YEARS
11 TO 14
YEARS
15 TO 19
YEARS
MORE THAN
20 YEARS
5 – SERIOUSLY NEEDED 9% 5% 9% 8% 18% 12% 6% 10% 6% 6% 19% 7% 10% 6% 8%
4 17% 13% 23% 21% 21% 21% 11% 23% 17% 20% 14% 23% 21% 15% 12%
3 38% 43% 35% 38% 37% 35% 41% 34% 47% 38% 36% 42% 39% 33% 37%
2 21% 16% 19% 20% 13% 25% 23% 22% 18% 22% 23% 15% 18% 26% 23%
1 – NOT NEEDED AT ALL 13% 16% 12% 11% 11% 8% 17% 10% 8% 15% 8% 12% 10% 17% 18%
DON'T KNOW 2% 8% 1% 3% - - 2% 1% 4% - - 2% 3% 3% 2%
MEAN † 2.9 2.7 3.0 2.9 3.2 3.0 2.7 3.0 2.9 2.8 3.1 3.0 3.0 2.7 2.7
† THE MEAN SCORE IS DERIVED BY TAKING THE AVERAGE SCORE BASED ON THE 5-POINT SCALE. THE SERIOUSLY NEEDED RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 5; THE NOT NEEDED AT ALL RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 1. THE DON’T KNOW/WON’T SAY RESPONSES
ARE EXCLUDED FROM THE CALCULATION OF THE MEAN.
RESEARCH & POLLING, INC.
TOWN OF AVON, COLORADO – COMMUNITY SURVEY
SEPTEMBER 2015 PAGE 115
BUSINESSES AND SERVICES NEEDED IN THE TOWN OF AVON:
MARIJUANA DISPENSARY
QUESTION 46: PLEASE RATE HOW MUCH YOU THINK EACH OF THE FOLLOWING TYPES OF BUSINESSES AND SERVICES ARE NEEDED IN THE TOWN OF AVON USING A 5-POINT SCALE, WHERE 5 IS SERIOUSLY NEEDED AND 1 IS NOT NEEDED AT ALL.
MARIJUANA DISPENSARY
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
GENDER ETHNICITY AGE HOUSEHOLD INCOME
MALE FEMALE WHITE HISPANIC
18 TO 34
YEARS
35 TO 49
YEARS
50 TO 64
YEARS
65 YEARS
OR OLDER
LESS THAN
$30,000
$30,000
TO
$49,999
$50,000
TO
$79,999
$80,000
TO
$99,999
$100,000
TO
$174,999
$175,000
TO
$249,999
$250,000
OR MORE
5 – SERIOUSLY NEEDED 22% 22% 21% 22% 16% 21% 24% 23% 15% 18% 23% 21% 21% 24% 27% 22%
4 7% 8% 6% 7% 8% 7% 10% 6% 6% 7% 4% 9% 11% 9% 5% 7%
3 13% 14% 12% 13% 9% 10% 14% 13% 10% 8% 15% 12% 9% 14% 22% 10%
2 10% 11% 10% 11% 4% 16% 12% 10% 4% 14% 16% 9% 11% 13% 5% 8%
1 – NOT NEEDED AT ALL 46% 43% 50% 45% 62% 44% 40% 46% 62% 53% 39% 46% 47% 38% 40% 50%
DON'T KNOW 2% 2% 1% 2% - 2% * 2% 2% - 2% 3% - 1% 1% 2%
MEAN † 2.5 2.6 2.3 2.5 2.1 2.4 2.7 2.5 2.1 2.2 2.6 2.5 2.5 2.7 2.7 2.4
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
CHILDREN UNDER 18 REGISTERED VOTER RESIDENCY HOME OWNERSHIP BUSINESS OWNERSHIP
YES NO YES NO
FULL-TIME
RESIDENT
LIVING IN
AVON
PART-TIME
RESIDENT
OF AVON
DO NOT
LIVE IN
AVON
OWN A
PRIMARY
HOME IN
AVON
OWN A
SECOND
HOME IN
AVON
RENT IN
AVON YES NO
5 – SERIOUSLY NEEDED 22% 27% 20% 23% 20% 23% 19% 20% 23% 19% 21% 22% 21%
4 7% 8% 7% 7% 7% 7% 7% 10% 8% 7% 5% 12% 6%
3 13% 10% 14% 13% 12% 12% 14% 16% 12% 12% 13% 14% 13%
2 10% 6% 12% 12% 8% 11% 9% 7% 12% 9% 11% 8% 11%
1 – NOT NEEDED AT ALL 46% 49% 45% 43% 51% 46% 49% 41% 44% 51% 47% 41% 48%
DON'T KNOW 2% 1% 2% 1% 2% 1% 1% 6% 1% 1% 3% 3% 1%
MEAN † 2.5 2.6 2.4 2.6 2.3 2.5 2.4 2.6 2.5 2.3 2.4 2.6 2.4
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
AREA OF TOWN LENGTH OF RESIDENCY
EAST
COMMERCIAL &
RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
WEST
COMMERCIAL
& RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
NOTTINGHAM
PARK/
SUNRIDGE/
LIFTVIEW/
BROOKSIDE
AREA
ASPENS
MOBILE HOME
VILLAGE/
WESTLAKE
VILLAGE
AREAS
NOTTINGHAM
RD/
METCALF RD
AREAS
WILDRIDGE/
WILDWOOD
AREAS
HURD LANE/
EAGLEBEND
AREAS
1 TO 2
YEARS
3 TO 4
YEARS
5 TO 7
YEARS 8 TO 10 YEARS
11 TO 14
YEARS
15 TO 19
YEARS
MORE THAN
20 YEARS
5 – SERIOUSLY NEEDED 22% 20% 28% 24% 18% 23% 22% 12% 18% 25% 24% 23% 22% 17% 21%
4 7% 5% 11% 6% 15% 13% 5% 5% 8% 7% 6% 4% 10% 5% 9%
3 13% 13% 16% 10% 9% 12% 11% 19% 12% 8% 17% 14% 16% 13% 9%
2 10% 9% 7% 13% 6% 13% 9% 14% 17% 17% 12% 6% 11% 11% 6%
1 – NOT NEEDED AT ALL 46% 47% 37% 45% 52% 39% 51% 49% 44% 39% 41% 51% 39% 53% 53%
DON'T KNOW 2% 5% 1% 2% - - 1% - 1% 3% - 1% 1% 1% 2%
MEAN † 2.5 2.4 2.9 2.5 2.4 2.7 2.4 2.2 2.4 2.6 2.6 2.4 2.7 2.2 2.4
*LESS THAN 1% REPORTED.
† THE MEAN SCORE IS DERIVED BY TAKING THE AVERAGE SCORE BASED ON THE 5-POINT SCALE. THE SERIOUSLY NEEDED RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 5; THE NOT NEEDED AT ALL RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 1. THE DON’T KNOW/WON’T SAY RESPONSES
ARE EXCLUDED FROM THE CALCULATION OF THE MEAN.
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BUSINESSES AND SERVICES NEEDED IN THE TOWN OF AVON:
MORE HEALTH CARE SERVICES (PRIMARY CARE, OUTPATIENT SURGERY, IMAGING SERVICES)
QUESTION 47: PLEASE RATE HOW MUCH YOU THINK EACH OF THE FOLLOWING TYPES OF BUSINESSES AND SERVICES ARE NEEDED IN THE TOWN OF AVON USING A 5-POINT SCALE, WHERE 5 IS SERIOUSLY NEEDED AND 1 IS NOT NEEDED AT ALL.
MORE HEALTH CARE SERVICES AND FACILITIES (PRIMARY CARE, OUTPATIENT SURGERY, IMAGING SERVICES)
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
GENDER ETHNICITY AGE HOUSEHOLD INCOME
MALE FEMALE WHITE HISPANIC
18 TO 34
YEARS
35 TO 49
YEARS
50 TO 64
YEARS
65 YEARS
OR OLDER
LESS THAN
$30,000
$30,000
TO
$49,999
$50,000
TO
$79,999
$80,000
TO
$99,999
$100,000
TO
$174,999
$175,000
TO
$249,999
$250,000
OR MORE
5 – SERIOUSLY NEEDED 16% 16% 16% 12% 55% 18% 18% 13% 14% 43% 24% 18% 11% 10% 15% 8%
4 21% 23% 20% 21% 24% 21% 18% 23% 23% 17% 18% 20% 16% 26% 23% 23%
3 29% 29% 29% 32% 7% 30% 30% 29% 25% 19% 26% 26% 33% 25% 37% 37%
2 19% 19% 19% 20% 6% 16% 20% 20% 18% 16% 15% 23% 17% 22% 15% 19%
1 – NOT NEEDED AT ALL 14% 13% 15% 14% 8% 14% 14% 13% 16% 5% 16% 12% 20% 15% 9% 10%
DON'T KNOW 1% 1% 2% 2% - 1% - 2% 4% - - 1% 3% 1% 1% 2%
MEAN † 3.1 3.1 3.0 3.0 4.1 3.1 3.1 3.0 3.0 3.8 3.2 3.1 2.8 2.9 3.2 3.0
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
CHILDREN UNDER 18 REGISTERED VOTER RESIDENCY HOME OWNERSHIP BUSINESS OWNERSHIP
YES NO YES NO
FULL-TIME
RESIDENT
LIVING IN
AVON
PART-TIME
RESIDENT
OF AVON
DO NOT
LIVE IN
AVON
OWN A
PRIMARY
HOME IN
AVON
OWN A
SECOND
HOME IN
AVON
RENT IN
AVON YES NO
5 – SERIOUSLY NEEDED 16% 21% 14% 16% 16% 19% 9% 13% 13% 9% 33% 12% 17%
4 21% 19% 22% 21% 21% 19% 26% 20% 20% 26% 16% 20% 21%
3 29% 25% 30% 29% 29% 27% 33% 29% 28% 32% 24% 31% 29%
2 19% 21% 18% 18% 20% 18% 20% 25% 18% 21% 16% 22% 18%
1 – NOT NEEDED AT ALL 14% 13% 14% 16% 11% 16% 10% 9% 19% 10% 11% 15% 14%
DON'T KNOW 1% 1% 2% 1% 2% 1% 2% 4% 1% 2% - - 2%
MEAN † 3.1 3.1 3.0 3.0 3.1 3.1 3.0 3.0 2.9 3.0 3.5 2.9 3.1
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
AREA OF TOWN LENGTH OF RESIDENCY
EAST
COMMERCIAL &
RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
WEST
COMMERCIAL
& RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
NOTTINGHAM
PARK/
SUNRIDGE/
LIFTVIEW/
BROOKSIDE
AREA
ASPENS
MOBILE HOME
VILLAGE/
WESTLAKE
VILLAGE
AREAS
NOTTINGHAM
RD/
METCALF RD
AREAS
WILDRIDGE/
WILDWOOD
AREAS
HURD LANE/
EAGLEBEND
AREAS
1 TO 2
YEARS
3 TO 4
YEARS
5 TO 7
YEARS 8 TO 10 YEARS
11 TO 14
YEARS
15 TO 19
YEARS
MORE THAN
20 YEARS
5 – SERIOUSLY NEEDED 16% 11% 26% 15% 55% 9% 11% 20% 10% 13% 23% 15% 14% 15% 20%
4 21% 13% 17% 23% 8% 18% 27% 19% 22% 16% 25% 22% 25% 20% 16%
3 29% 32% 26% 29% 6% 38% 24% 36% 40% 29% 30% 30% 31% 24% 25%
2 19% 28% 17% 22% 5% 21% 19% 14% 18% 24% 17% 16% 17% 27% 15%
1 – NOT NEEDED AT ALL 14% 13% 13% 10% 25% 14% 18% 9% 8% 16% 5% 16% 12% 13% 22%
DON'T KNOW 1% 3% 1% 2% - - 2% 1% 3% 2% - 1% 1% 1% 2%
MEAN † 3.1 2.8 3.3 3.1 3.6 2.9 2.9 3.3 3.1 2.8 3.5 3.0 3.1 3.0 3.0
† THE MEAN SCORE IS DERIVED BY TAKING THE AVERAGE SCORE BASED ON THE 5-POINT SCALE. THE SERIOUSLY NEEDED RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 5; THE NOT NEEDED AT ALL RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 1. THE DON’T KNOW/WON’T SAY RESPONSES
ARE EXCLUDED FROM THE CALCULATION OF THE MEAN.
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TOWN OF AVON, COLORADO – COMMUNITY SURVEY
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BUSINESSES AND SERVICES NEEDED IN THE TOWN OF AVON:
A HIGHER-END GROCERY STORE, SUCH AS WHOLE FOODS
QUESTION 48: PLEASE RATE HOW MUCH YOU THINK EACH OF THE FOLLOWING TYPES OF BUSINESSES AND SERVICES ARE NEEDED IN THE TOWN OF AVON USING A 5-POINT SCALE, WHERE 5 IS SERIOUSLY NEEDED AND 1 IS NOT NEEDED AT ALL. A
HIGHER-END GROCERY STORE, SUCH AS WHOLE FOODS
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
GENDER ETHNICITY AGE HOUSEHOLD INCOME
MALE FEMALE WHITE HISPANIC
18 TO 34
YEARS
35 TO 49
YEARS
50 TO 64
YEARS
65 YEARS
OR OLDER
LESS THAN
$30,000
$30,000
TO
$49,999
$50,000
TO
$79,999
$80,000
TO
$99,999
$100,000
TO
$174,999
$175,000
TO
$249,999
$250,000
OR MORE
5 – SERIOUSLY NEEDED 26% 28% 24% 26% 33% 29% 29% 26% 17% 35% 24% 29% 23% 26% 23% 27%
4 21% 20% 23% 20% 35% 23% 23% 18% 25% 24% 30% 14% 23% 16% 27% 20%
3 16% 18% 15% 18% 8% 12% 14% 20% 17% 5% 12% 22% 20% 19% 12% 16%
2 14% 13% 14% 15% 12% 16% 10% 15% 17% 10% 13% 12% 9% 18% 20% 14%
1 – NOT NEEDED AT ALL 21% 21% 22% 21% 11% 19% 23% 21% 21% 24% 19% 22% 24% 21% 18% 22%
DON'T KNOW 1% 1% 2% 1% 2% - - 1% 3% 2% 1% 1% - 1% - 1%
MEAN † 3.2 3.2 3.1 3.1 3.7 3.3 3.2 3.1 3.0 3.4 3.3 3.1 3.1 3.1 3.2 3.2
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
CHILDREN UNDER 18 REGISTERED VOTER RESIDENCY HOME OWNERSHIP BUSINESS OWNERSHIP
YES NO YES NO
FULL-TIME
RESIDENT
LIVING IN
AVON
PART-TIME
RESIDENT
OF AVON
DO NOT
LIVE IN
AVON
OWN A
PRIMARY
HOME IN
AVON
OWN A
SECOND
HOME IN
AVON
RENT IN
AVON YES NO
5 – SERIOUSLY NEEDED 26% 28% 25% 30% 20% 29% 19% 25% 30% 18% 27% 28% 26%
4 21% 24% 21% 21% 23% 22% 23% 16% 20% 23% 27% 14% 23%
3 16% 15% 17% 15% 18% 14% 19% 25% 14% 19% 16% 20% 16%
2 14% 11% 15% 13% 15% 12% 15% 19% 14% 16% 8% 13% 14%
1 – NOT NEEDED AT ALL 21% 21% 21% 21% 22% 22% 23% 12% 22% 23% 21% 25% 20%
DON'T KNOW 1% 1% 1% * 2% * 1% 4% * 1% 1% - 1%
MEAN † 3.2 3.3 3.1 3.3 3.1 3.2 3.0 3.2 3.2 3.0 3.3 3.1 3.2
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
AREA OF TOWN LENGTH OF RESIDENCY
EAST
COMMERCIAL &
RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
WEST
COMMERCIAL
& RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
NOTTINGHAM
PARK/
SUNRIDGE/
LIFTVIEW/
BROOKSIDE
AREA
ASPENS
MOBILE HOME
VILLAGE/
WESTLAKE
VILLAGE
AREAS
NOTTINGHAM
RD/
METCALF RD
AREAS
WILDRIDGE/
WILDWOOD
AREAS
HURD LANE/
EAGLEBEND
AREAS
1 TO 2
YEARS
3 TO 4
YEARS
5 TO 7
YEARS 8 TO 10 YEARS
11 TO 14
YEARS
15 TO 19
YEARS
MORE THAN
20 YEARS
5 – SERIOUSLY NEEDED 26% 18% 19% 29% 24% 40% 27% 25% 24% 32% 30% 31% 23% 23% 24%
4 21% 21% 26% 22% 26% 7% 21% 24% 22% 17% 24% 20% 25% 19% 23%
3 16% 29% 24% 9% 20% 14% 16% 15% 10% 22% 16% 12% 18% 18% 18%
2 14% 10% 12% 11% 6% 25% 15% 15% 17% 8% 18% 11% 13% 18% 12%
1 – NOT NEEDED AT ALL 21% 22% 18% 27% 24% 14% 21% 20% 26% 21% 12% 26% 21% 22% 21%
DON'T KNOW 1% - 1% 2% - - - 1% 2% - - 1% - - 2%
MEAN † 3.2 3.0 3.2 3.2 3.2 3.4 3.2 3.2 3.0 3.3 3.4 3.2 3.2 3.0 3.2
*LESS THAN 1% REPORTED.
† THE MEAN SCORE IS DERIVED BY TAKING THE AVERAGE SCORE BASED ON THE 5-POINT SCALE. THE SERIOUSLY NEEDED RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 5; THE NOT NEEDED AT ALL RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 1. THE DON’T KNOW/WON’T SAY RESPONSES
ARE EXCLUDED FROM THE CALCULATION OF THE MEAN.
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BUSINESSES AND SERVICES NEEDED IN THE TOWN OF AVON:
A MOVIE THEATER
QUESTION 49: PLEASE RATE HOW MUCH YOU THINK EACH OF THE FOLLOWING TYPES OF BUSINESSES AND SERVICES ARE NEEDED IN THE TOWN OF AVON USING A 5-POINT SCALE, WHERE 5 IS SERIOUSLY NEEDED AND 1 IS NOT NEEDED AT ALL. A
MOVIE THEATER
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
GENDER ETHNICITY AGE HOUSEHOLD INCOME
MALE FEMALE WHITE HISPANIC
18 TO 34
YEARS
35 TO 49
YEARS
50 TO 64
YEARS
65 YEARS
OR OLDER
LESS THAN
$30,000
$30,000
TO
$49,999
$50,000
TO
$79,999
$80,000
TO
$99,999
$100,000
TO
$174,999
$175,000
TO
$249,999
$250,000
OR MORE
5 – SERIOUSLY NEEDED 28% 25% 30% 25% 53% 38% 29% 24% 22% 40% 34% 25% 36% 26% 24% 22%
4 20% 20% 19% 20% 23% 13% 18% 22% 25% 17% 13% 17% 17% 20% 28% 25%
3 22% 22% 21% 24% 5% 15% 20% 23% 25% 20% 21% 20% 21% 24% 23% 22%
2 12% 13% 11% 12% 9% 16% 12% 13% 9% 19% 11% 11% 10% 10% 15% 14%
1 – NOT NEEDED AT ALL 17% 19% 16% 17% 10% 17% 20% 16% 16% 5% 21% 25% 16% 19% 10% 16%
DON'T KNOW 1% * 2% 1% - - * 1% 3% - - 2% - 1% - 2%
MEAN † 3.3 3.2 3.4 3.2 4.0 3.4 3.2 3.3 3.3 3.7 3.3 3.0 3.5 3.2 3.4 3.2
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
CHILDREN UNDER 18 REGISTERED VOTER RESIDENCY HOME OWNERSHIP BUSINESS OWNERSHIP
YES NO YES NO
FULL-TIME
RESIDENT
LIVING IN
AVON
PART-TIME
RESIDENT
OF AVON
DO NOT
LIVE IN
AVON
OWN A
PRIMARY
HOME IN
AVON
OWN A
SECOND
HOME IN
AVON
RENT IN
AVON YES NO
5 – SERIOUSLY NEEDED 28% 34% 25% 28% 28% 30% 25% 22% 29% 25% 34% 23% 29%
4 20% 16% 22% 19% 21% 18% 26% 17% 18% 25% 17% 21% 20%
3 22% 19% 23% 22% 21% 21% 22% 28% 21% 23% 18% 22% 22%
2 12% 11% 13% 12% 13% 12% 10% 16% 12% 12% 14% 15% 12%
1 – NOT NEEDED AT ALL 17% 20% 16% 18% 15% 18% 16% 14% 19% 15% 17% 18% 17%
DON'T KNOW 1% 1% 1% 1% 1% 1% 1% 3% 1% * - 1% 1%
MEAN † 3.3 3.3 3.3 3.3 3.3 3.3 3.3 3.2 3.3 3.3 3.4 3.2 3.3
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
AREA OF TOWN LENGTH OF RESIDENCY
EAST
COMMERCIAL &
RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
WEST
COMMERCIAL
& RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
NOTTINGHAM
PARK/
SUNRIDGE/
LIFTVIEW/
BROOKSIDE
AREA
ASPENS
MOBILE HOME
VILLAGE/
WESTLAKE
VILLAGE
AREAS
NOTTINGHAM
RD/
METCALF RD
AREAS
WILDRIDGE/
WILDWOOD
AREAS
HURD LANE/
EAGLEBEND
AREAS
1 TO 2
YEARS
3 TO 4
YEARS
5 TO 7
YEARS 8 TO 10 YEARS
11 TO 14
YEARS
15 TO 19
YEARS
MORE THAN
20 YEARS
5 – SERIOUSLY NEEDED 28% 20% 29% 30% 30% 22% 25% 42% 32% 29% 33% 34% 25% 20% 28%
4 20% 15% 28% 18% 27% 20% 18% 17% 18% 17% 25% 16% 19% 20% 26%
3 22% 28% 16% 22% 9% 27% 22% 22% 20% 12% 17% 20% 27% 27% 20%
2 12% 16% 13% 12% - 15% 13% 10% 17% 20% 12% 8% 10% 15% 10%
1 – NOT NEEDED AT ALL 17% 21% 14% 16% 35% 16% 22% 9% 12% 22% 13% 22% 18% 17% 17%
DON'T KNOW 1% - 1% 1% - - 1% - 1% - - 1% 1% 1% 1%
MEAN † 3.3 3.0 3.4 3.3 3.2 3.2 3.1 3.7 3.4 3.1 3.5 3.3 3.2 3.1 3.4
*LESS THAN 1% REPORTED.
† THE MEAN SCORE IS DERIVED BY TAKING THE AVERAGE SCORE BASED ON THE 5-POINT SCALE. THE SERIOUSLY NEEDED RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 5; THE NOT NEEDED AT ALL RESPONSE IS ASSIGNED A VALUE OF 1. THE DON’T KNOW/WON’T SAY RESPONSES
ARE EXCLUDED FROM THE CALCULATION OF THE MEAN.
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TOWN OF AVON, COLORADO – COMMUNITY SURVEY
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PREFERRED WAYS OF RECEIVING INFORMATION FROM THE TOWN OF AVON
QUESTION 50: HOW WOULD YOU PREFER TO RECEIVE INFORMATION FROM TOWN GOVERNMENT?
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
GENDER ETHNICITY AGE HOUSEHOLD INCOME
MALE FEMALE WHITE HISPANIC
18 TO 34
YEARS
35 TO 49
YEARS
50 TO 64
YEARS
65 YEARS
OR OLDER
LESS THAN
$30,000
$30,000
TO
$49,999
$50,000
TO
$79,999
$80,000
TO
$99,999
$100,000
TO
$174,999
$175,000
TO
$249,999
$250,000
OR MORE
NEWSPAPER 51% 50% 51% 50% 60% 62% 45% 50% 53% 68% 65% 48% 53% 46% 45% 40%
EMAIL BLASTS 47% 49% 45% 50% 15% 33% 52% 48% 47% 16% 23% 50% 38% 58% 58% 62%
TOWN WEBSITE 36% 36% 36% 38% 19% 36% 39% 38% 29% 30% 39% 30% 39% 40% 34% 37%
DIRECT MAIL 29% 29% 29% 29% 35% 36% 25% 28% 36% 22% 33% 26% 30% 35% 32% 24%
SOCIAL MEDIA (TWITTER, FACEBOOK) 17% 15% 18% 16% 20% 33% 25% 9% 5% 28% 21% 19% 19% 12% 14% 15%
COMMUNITY/TOWN HALL MEETINGS 14% 15% 13% 14% 15% 14% 10% 17% 15% 14% 18% 12% 18% 12% 17% 11%
TELEVISION (PUBLIC ACCESS CHANNEL 5) 12% 11% 14% 11% 29% 10% 13% 12% 15% 18% 19% 9% 11% 11% 10% 11%
FOCUS GROUPS 1% 1% 1% 1% - - 1% 1% - - 1% 2% 1% 1% 1% -
TEXT MESSAGE 1% 1% * * - - 1% 1% - - - 1% - 1% 1% -
RADIO * - * * - - * - - - - 1% - - - -
NEWSLETTER * - * * - - - * - - - - - * - -
DON'T KNOW 3% 3% 4% 3% - - 2% 3% 7% 2% 2% 3% 2% 2% 6% 2%
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
CHILDREN UNDER 18 REGISTERED VOTER RESIDENCY HOME OWNERSHIP BUSINESS OWNERSHIP
YES NO YES NO
FULL-TIME
RESIDENT
LIVING IN
AVON
PART-TIME
RESIDENT
OF AVON
DO NOT
LIVE IN
AVON
OWN A
PRIMARY
HOME IN
AVON
OWN A
SECOND
HOME IN
AVON
RENT IN
AVON YES NO
NEWSPAPER 51% 47% 52% 54% 47% 56% 41% 48% 56% 39% 60% 46% 53%
EMAIL BLASTS 47% 53% 45% 46% 50% 41% 59% 46% 46% 58% 30% 54% 45%
TOWN WEBSITE 36% 36% 37% 36% 36% 35% 43% 28% 37% 41% 31% 30% 38%
DIRECT MAIL 29% 26% 30% 31% 27% 29% 33% 22% 32% 32% 20% 26% 30%
SOCIAL MEDIA (TWITTER, FACEBOOK) 17% 20% 16% 18% 15% 18% 11% 25% 17% 12% 23% 19% 16%
COMMUNITY/TOWN HALL MEETINGS 14% 12% 15% 15% 13% 16% 12% 9% 19% 9% 13% 14% 14%
TELEVISION (PUBLIC ACCESS CHANNEL 5) 12% 14% 12% 8% 18% 11% 14% 14% 11% 13% 15% 13% 12%
FOCUS GROUPS 1% 1% 1% 1% 1% 1% 1% 1% 1% 1% 1% 3% *
TEXT MESSAGE 1% 2% * 1% * 1% - 1% 1% - 1% 2% *
RADIO * - * * - * - - * - - - *
NEWSLETTER * - * * - * - - * - - * -
DON’T KNOW 3% 3% 3% 1% 5% 1% 3% 12% 2% 6% 1% 3% 3%
* LESS THAN 1% REPORTED.
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PREFERRED WAYS OF RECEIVING INFORMATION FROM THE TOWN OF AVON (CONTINUED)
QUESTION 50 (CONTINUED): HOW WOULD YOU PREFER TO RECEIVE INFORMATION FROM TOWN GOVERNMENT?
TOTAL
SAMPLE
(N=728)
AREA OF TOWN LENGTH OF RESIDENCY
EAST
COMMERCIAL &
RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
WEST
COMMERCIAL
& RESIDENTIAL
CORE AREA
NOTTINGHAM
PARK/
SUNRIDGE/
LIFTVIEW/
BROOKSIDE
AREA
ASPENS
MOBILE HOME
VILLAGE/
WESTLAKE
VILLAGE
AREAS
NOTTINGHAM
RD/
METCALF RD
AREAS
WILDRIDGE/
WILDWOOD
AREAS
HURD LANE/
EAGLEBEND
AREAS
1 TO 2
YEARS
3 TO 4
YEARS
5 TO 7
YEARS 8 TO 10 YEARS
11 TO 14
YEARS
15 TO 19
YEARS
MORE THAN
20 YEARS
NEWSPAPER 51% 44% 58% 49% 55% 48% 49% 56% 51% 45% 46% 53% 57% 46% 57%
EMAIL BLASTS 47% 45% 49% 43% 27% 59% 54% 40% 44% 48% 46% 49% 46% 54% 40%
TOWN WEBSITE 36% 26% 44% 39% 37% 44% 365 26% 48% 40% 36% 32% 45% 32% 32%
DIRECT MAIL 29% 43% 29% 30% 33% 20% 32% 27% 23% 34% 31% 24% 29% 30% 34%
SOCIAL MEDIA (TWITTER, FACEBOOK) 17% 24% 19% 17% 34% 21% 12% 18% 25% 21% 26% 19% 16% 12% 6%
COMMUNITY/TOWN HALL MEETINGS 14% 12% 15% 17% 6% 15% 13% 18% 13% 17% 17% 11% 15% 16% 16%
TELEVISION (PUBLIC ACCESS CHANNEL 5) 12% 10% 16% 18% 17% 6% 7% 14% 4% 9% 11% 12% 13% 13% 17%
FOCUS GROUPS 1% 1% - - - - 1% 1% - 2% 2% - 1% 2% -
TEXT MESSAGE 1% - - 1% - 1% * 2% - - 2% - 1% 2% -
RADIO * - 1% - - - - - - - - - - 1% -
NEWSLETTER * - - - - - * - - - - 1% - - -
DON'T KNOW 3% - 5% 4% - 3% 1% 2% 7% - 1% 3% 3% 4% 3%
* LESS THAN 1% REPORTED.
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V. DEMOGRAPHICS
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DEMOGRAPHICS
TOTAL SAMPLE OF SURVEY RESPONDENTS
(N=728)
FULL-TIME RESIDENTS (N=451) SECOND HOMEOWNERS (N=216)
SURVEY
RESPONDENTS
US
CENSUS
SURVEY
RESPONDENTS
RESIDENCY STATUS GENDER
FULL-TIME RESIDENT 62% MALE 52% 57% 56%
PART-TIME RESIDENT 28% FEMALE 46% 43% 44%
OTHER 9% AGE
HOMEOWNERSHIP STATUS 18 TO 34 YEARS 22% 47% 2%
PRIMARY HOMEOWNER 47% 35 TO 49 YEARS 38% 32% 17%
SECOND HOMEOWNER 30% 50 TO 64 YEARS 33% 17% 50%
RENT IN AVON 17% 65 YEARS OR OLDER 7% 4% 30%
OTHER 4% ETHNICITY
CAUCASIAN/WHITE 83% 54% 92%
HISPANIC/MEXICAN-AMERICAN/
LATINO 12% 43% 1%
BLACK/AFRICAN AMERICAN * 1% -
ASIAN 1% 1% 2%
OF OTHER DESCENT 2% * 1%
WON'T SAY 3% - 4%
HOUSEHOLD INCOME
LESS THAN $30,000 10% 16% 1%
$30,000 TO $49,999 21% 45% 1%
$50,000 TO $99,999 33% 22% 9%
$100,000 OR MORE 30% 17% 74%
WON'T SAY 6% - 15%
CHILDREN UNDER 18 IN HOME
YES 31% 36% 18%
NO 68% 64% 82%
* LESS THAN 1% REPORTED.
INCLUDED ON THIS PAGE ARE THE DEMOGRAPHIC SUBGROUPS OF FULL-TIME RESIDENTS THAT CAN BE COMPARED TO THE U.S. CENSUS DATA.
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DEMOGRAPHICS (CONTINUED)
FULL-TIME RESIDENTS (N=451) SECOND HOMEOWNERS (N=216)
REGISTERED VOTER IN AVON
YES 87% 9%
NO 12% 90%
WON’T SAY 1% 1%
WORK STATUS
WORK IN AVON 51% 4%
WORK OUTSIDE OF AVON 38% 67%
NOT IN WORKFORCE/RETIRED 10% 30%
OWN OR MANAGE A BUSINESS IN AVON
YES 26% 4%
NO 74% 96%
HOME OWNERSHIP
OWN A PRIMARY HOME IN AVON 72% 0%
OWN A SECOND HOME IN AVON 1% 100%
RENT IN AVON 27% 0%
AREA OF TOWN OF RESIDENCE
EAST COMMERCIAL & RESIDENTIAL CORE AREA 4% 6%
WEST COMMERCIAL & RESIDENTIAL CORE AREA 9% 27%
NOTTINGHAM PARK/SUNRIDGE/LIFTVIEW/BROOKSIDE AREAS 20% 22%
ASPENS MOBILE HOME VILLAGE/WESTLAKE VILLAGE AREAS 4% 1%
NOTTINGHAM ROAD/METCALF ROAD AREAS 8% 5%
WILDRIDGE/WILDWOOD AREAS 35% 19%
MOUNTAIN STAR AREA 1% 4%
HURD LANE/EAGLEBEND AREAS 17% 8%
SWIFT GULCH ROAD/TRAER CREEK AREAS 1% *
DON'T KNOW/WON'T SAY 2% 7%
LENGTH OF HOME OWNERSHIP OR RESIDENCY IN AVON
1 TO 2 YEARS 9% 12%
3 TO 4 YEARS 10% 11%
5 TO 7 YEARS 10% 13%
8 TO 10 YEARS 17% 14%
11 TO 14 YEARS 16% 14%
15 TO 19 YEARS 16% 16%
MORE THAN 20 YEARS 19% 19%
COLLECTION METHOD
MAIL 50% 69%
PHONE 21% 3%
WEB 29% 28%
SPANISH SURVEY
YES 7% -
NO 93% 100%
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VI. QUESTIONNAIRE
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The Town of Avon is conducting a community survey among its residents, property owners, and businesses to assess community
satisfaction with town services and to help plan for the future. Your opinions are very important and we greatly appreciate your time
and participation.
Those who complete and return this survey (by mail or online) will be eligible for one of three $250 Visa gift cards.
1. What do you like best about living in Avon or the quality of life in Avon?
2. How would you rate the overall quality of life in Avon?
Excellent
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15. Do you have any comments or suggestions relating to the Recreation Center, Nottingham Park or Lake activities?
16. Overall, how safe do you feel in your neighborhood?
Very Safe
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31. Do you feel there is enough parking in your neighborhood or is more parking needed?
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Please rate how much you think each of the following types of businesses and services are needed in the Town of Avon:
Seriously
Needed
5 4 3 2
Not Needed
At All
1
39. More fine dining options
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54. How long have you either lived in or owned property in Avon? years
55. Do you own or manage a business in Avon?
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Would you like to be included on the email list the Town of Avon uses to communicate with residents about issues and events in the Town? If yes,
please provide your email address.
Email address:
Thank you for participating in this survey.
To be eligible for the gift card drawing please return the survey in the enclosed postage paid envelope as soon as possible.
Please enter your phone number here so that we may contact you if you are a gift card winner:
(___-____-_____).
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TOWN COUNCIL REPORT
To: Honorable Mayor Jennie Fancher and Avon Town Council
From: Director of Festivals & Special Events Danita Dempsey
Town Manager Virginia C. Egger
Date: September 17, 2015
Agenda Topic: Request for Funding Night Bazaar Avon on Main Street Mall
BACKGROUND
Activation of the Main Street Mall and the Performance Pavilion through a diverse array of special events
is the top priority of the Town’s economic development program, as identified in the Economic
Development Strategies (Council Report December 2014; updated August 2015). With the completion of
the Main Street Mall and Avon Road landscaping, addition of lifestyle banners, new street lights, painting
of pedestrian street lights and pedestrian crossing signalization, the venue is ripe to host exceptional
cultural and entertainment events.
On December 5, 2014, with Bonfire Entertainment as producer, the Town “tested” an evening winter
market concept at the Main Street Mall with its Grand Opening, featuring live music, food, alcoholic and
nonalcoholic beverages and vending of wares, jewelry, art, etc. Through the Grand Opening event, as
well as the 12-day Après Avon series, held during the 2015 Alpine World Ski Championships, the Town
demonstrated the venue works well for smaller scale events hosting upwards of 1,500 persons. In
addition, through public comment received by staff during the events, it can be concluded the local
community and out-of-town visitors enjoyed all aspects of the events and appreciated the vibrancy,
entertainment and activity the events brought into Avon.
In February 2015, Town staff released a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) to solicit qualified producers for
events at the Mall and the Pavilion, including an event during the Birds of Prey World Cup weekend to
carry forward this past winter’s 2015 AWSC Après Avon as an annual event, including a winter market.
Bringing the Grand Opening, World Cup weekend and Après Avon concepts together has led to an
independent producer presenting a proposal for a night bazaar, to be held for three weekends in
December on a the Main Street Mall and Possibility Plaza.
PROPOSAL FOR A NIGHT BAZAAR AT POSSIBILITIES PLAZA & THE MAIN STREET MALL
The Producer & Concept: Jennifer Brazil, partner in Wondergrass, LLC, shared the RFQ with Josh
Sampson, owner of several events in the Denver area, including TheBigWonderful, Night Bazaar Denver
and Urban Farm Aid.
TheBigWonderful mission:
“TheBigWonderful promotes growth within neighborhoods for entrepreneurs, artisans and
entertainers to showcase their creativity. We aim to build and improve urban farms through
outreach and advocacy and focus on sustainability for our local communities. TheBigWonderful
raises money and awareness toward building and enhancing local urban farms and small business.
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Through a myriad of art, music, fashion, performance TheBigWonderful organically creates a
platform for collaboration and networking to provide an unparalleled festival experience as well as
create lasting connections within the community that reach far beyond these events.”
Josh Sampson produces TheBigWonderful on 3-acres of property owned by the Denver Housing Authority
in the RiNo District of Denver located at 26th and Lawrence. In its first year, TheBigWonderful was
produced for approximately 16 weeks, every Saturday, starting in mid-July and ending October 31,
attracting 2,000-3,000 people per day. In its second year, TheBigWonderful grew significantly to 27
weeks, attracting upwards of 5,000 people per day, weather dependent.
TheBigWonderful mission carries through for producer Josh Sampson to all of the events he owns and/or
operates. Night Bazaar Denver started in March of 2014 and ended unexpectedly in early June due to a
catastrophic flood which completely destroyed the indoor/outdoor venue. The short lived event
experienced epic success, and, when hosting 2,000 people per Friday night was financially profitable. The
Night Bazaar Denver is launching Thursday, October 1, 2015, and will continue through March 1, 2016, at its
new permanent home located at Larimer St. & Broadway in downtown Denver.
The Avon Proposal: The proposal presented by Josh Sampson is for Night Bazaar Avon to take place on
three (3) consecutive weekends in December at Possibility Plaza and the Main Street Mall. The events
would take place on Fridays and Saturdays between the hours of 3:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m., and includes
liquor sales through a nonprofit vendor, five (5) select food trucks, twenty (20) sustainably conscious
vendors, to include but not limited to artisans, handmade wares and exotic collectibles, and live music.
In addition, Josh Sampson is committed to working with the local businesses for food and other
offerings. The setting and atmosphere created would be similar to that of the Night Bazaar Denver event
which is best described as “an urban, creative and fresh vibe”.
Three attachments provide examples of the successes and advertising for TheBigWonderful and Night
Bazaar, in the Denver, and photos showcase the look of the event, which would be the model for the
Avon event, as well.
Funding Request: The producer is requesting total seed funding of $30,000 and in-kind of $3,000 from
Avon for the three (3) December weekends, which begin during the Birds of Prey World Cup. In addition,
he will seek a liquor permit and vendor revenues to augment the budget. The monies will cover all costs
of venue preparation, operations, marketing, staffing and clean-up. The fee also includes the value of the
Night Bazaar brand.
By comparison, the Town’s Mall Grand Opening, a one night event, was funded with $20,000 of support.
Should the Night Bazaar Avon concept prove to be a successful as a first year event, the producer would
consider expanding the concept to include summer months in 2016. For a summer expansion, the
producer would work to secure sponsorship dollars, increase vendor space and work collectively to
identify additional financial resources to off-set the cost of production and any anticipated Town subsidy.
Action before Council on Tuesday is only on the winter event.
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STAFF REVIEW
The Night Bazaar Avon supports Avon’s desire to provide an enriching experience for the cultural fabric of
our community and can be expected to attract residents and visitors in their mid-thirties to early-forties
who are family-oriented and have some level of discretionary income. In addition, the food truck and
“urban, creative and fresh vibe” elements are unique and attractive. The event dates would occur during
an off-season period, which is a good time to attract activity into Avon. The Mall and Plaza venue has a
capacity of at least 2,000 persons, with proper set-up.
An initial review of the proposed bazaar concept indicates that, if populations average upwards of 700 –
1,200 persons/per day, the opportunity for the Town to recoup a portion of the $30,000 subsidy is
possible, as the producer can reach profitability. It is understood that the producer bears considerable
risk in starting this event and, therefore, financial support is warranted. If success, however, leads to
profitability, the Town should reduce its subsidy. The producer has responded positively to negotiating
an agreement which includes a revenue sharing plan should financial success of the event occurs. The
revenue share could include a liquor sales percentage and/or a net income share formula.
Sustainability Review
Free events can be expected to be popular and to attract a predominantly local attendance with seasonal
visitors staying in Town at the time of the event. Free events, even with attendee spending in Town
associated with an evening’s entertainment, most frequently are supported as opportunities for
community gathering and as a cultural offering of the Town. Without the benefit of paid attendance,
free events will require the on-going investment of Town of Avon general funds for support and/or strong
sponsorships, bar sales and vendor growth. The growth of sponsorships can be seen as possible over
time as the producer is able to brand and market the success. One can generally envision three to five
years of diminishing Town funding as the event gains notoriety. A downturn in the economy can interfere
with growth and/or the Town’s ability to continue funding.
Support for this free event, would be a fifth “community” offering for the Town in 2015:
Salute to the USA $105,000
Flavors of Colorado $128,000
Avon Live! Concert Series $ 47,000
Vail International Dance $ 20,000
Night Bazaar Avon $ 30,000
$330,000
It is understood that the Town will want to support cultural offerings that are free and add into the mix of
producer events. In considering funding for the Night Bazaar Avon, as with Avon Live! concerts and Vail
International Dance, emphasis on strong sponsorship, vendor expansion and/or ticket revenue needs to
be considered to keep the event financially viable and to become a strong brand in Avon in future years.
If approved, the Town will include the daily event dates into the MuniRevs reporting system to measure
sales and lodging tax for each of the event days as discrete collections. This data provides one measure
of the value of funding free events.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
The staff recommends seed funding of the Night Bazaar Avon as a timely opportunity to bring economic
and social activity into the Town core during a low seasonal period. The opportunity to have the first
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weekend be matched with the Birds of Prey World Cup, we believe, holds value. The use of Possibility
Plaza and the Main Street Mall has been tested as a good venue for an event of this size and character.
Finally, the brand of the Night Bazaar from Denver to Avon is considered a win.
RECOMMENDED MOTION
If Council concurs, the motion would be:
I move to approve: (with or without amendments)
• The dates of December 5, 6, 11, 12, 18 and 19, 2015, for the Night Bazaar Avon;
• Funding in the amount of $30,000 and $3,000 in-kind support to TheBigWonderful, Josh
Sampson, producer, with funding being appropriated from the General Fund’s Contingency line
item.
• The authorization for the Town Manager to sign an agreement for production, including but not
limited to all planning and producer performance dates, insurance, indemnification, deposits,
marketing plan, security and law enforcement plan, demographic data collection and other
metrics as may be determined, and reporting requirements; and to negotiate a revenue sharing
formula should the event’s success allow the producer to reach profitability, defined as the total
revenues exceeding the total costs.
ATTACHMENTS
• Why Partner With TheBigWonderful
• Night Bazaar Denver Launch Announcement
• Night Bazaar Denver Vendor Opportunity Kit
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WHY PARTNER WITH THEBIGWONDERFUL?
Here’s the Top Reasons Why You Should Support Denver’s
Most Wonderful Marketplace …
1.Promote Community Growth & Development
–TheBigWonderful supports local business, local food, local music, and local
neighborhoods through weekly marketplaces for entrepreneurs and entertainers to
showcase their creativity.
2.Small Business Incubator
–TheBigWonderful events provide a platform for small business to pilot and test new
concepts giving vendors, musicians, and chefs an unparalleled opportunity to
jumpstart their business.
3.Support Sustainability
–Our goal is to build and improve urban farms and focus on sustainability for our
community’s future.
–All of out events are zero-waste and sustainable complete with an up-cycled bar, re-
purposed storage containers, a plethora of bike parking and re-usable cups!
TOWN COUNCIL REPORT
To: Honorable Mayor Jennie Fancher and Avon Town Council
From: Virginia C. Egger, Town Manager
Danita Dempsey, Director of Festivals and Special Events
Date: September 17, 2015
Topic: Resolution Adopting a $1.oo per Ticket Increase in the Special Event Admission Ticket Fee
Background
In 2013, linked with the Avon Town Council’s direction to initiate a “seed funding” program to attract and
develop “signature events” in Nottingham Park, the Council passed Resolution 13-26 Imposing a Ticket Fee On
Paid Admissions For Events Held on Town-owned Properties and Dedicating the Use of Fees Collected for Certain
Improvements and Uses. In summary, Resolution 13-26:
1. Levied a person per ticket sold or provided as a complimentary admission fee:
• Ticket for single day admission = $2.00
• Ticket for two-day admission = $4.00
• Ticket for three-day admission = $6.00
2. Allowed the Town Manager to waive all or a portion of the Admission Ticket Fee for a specific special
event if the Town Manager finds such waiver (1) will promote the viability of the special event, (2) will
promote accessibility of Avon community to the special event, (3) is appropriate in that the impacts of
the special event do not warrant the Admission Ticket Fee, or (4) the Vendor proposes such other
terms, payments or benefits which equal or exceed the benefit of the Admission Ticket Fee.
3. Required that revenues collected be utilized for special event related capital facilities, equipment and
infrastructure improvements, including but not limited to:
• Acquisition of assets for special events such as tenting, fencing, cord channels, staging, resource
recovery, directional signage, or generators/turtle box.
• Improvement in park and Town-owned facility infrastructure such as type and location of power,
resource recovery, warm water access, grey water and grease disposal receptacles, materials for
conversion of facilities for various event types, and field and trail improvements.
• Defraying police, public transportation and traffic control costs when provided by the Town as an
in-kind benefit for the special event.
Since the Admission Ticket Fee was passed, on September 24, 2013, a total of $40,146 has been collected, with
all proceeds being used for equipment purchase and facility improvements specific to festivals and special
events occurring in Nottingham Park. The use of fees is explicitly targeted at needs that help reduce the costs
to producers of utilizing the Pavilion and park as a festival site or enhance the facilities.
At Council’s Budget Work Session on September 9, 2015, the Council reviewed a recommendation to increase
the current $2.00/ticket fee by one dollar. Council indicated by a vote of 6-1 support for the increase.
As part of the discussion, some Councilpersons asked for staff to review fees at other venues and consider a
larger increase. Staff has done a cursory review of other outdoor venues and finds fees significantly higher than
$3.00/ticket. We, however, have not had the time to fully analyze what those fees include, as generally facility
improvements/maintenance add-on fees are coupled with handling fees, etc. In working with WWG producer
Scotty Stoughton, he asked for quick action on the proposed fee increase as he has planned to finalize his
online purchase design by October 6, 2015, with sales for the 2016 event going live on October 13th. To meet this
important timeframe, the Town staff is only recommending a $1.00 increase for 2016, with time allowed over
the next year to fully evaluate whether the fee should further be changed.
Basis for Fee Increase
• The Admission Ticket Fee for 2016 is projected to collect $27,426 at the $2.00 rate. An additional dollar
is projected to collect $13,713 for a total of $41,139.
• Producers and Town staff have gained experience in the demands for turning a Town Park, with a
remarkable new stage/pavilion, into a secure and fabulous festival/special events venue. Utilizing
ticket fees to provide amenities, which benefit all or most of our producers, not only reduces repetitive
and common costs, but makes monies available to assist with internal staffing and service costs, which
are directly attributable to approved events. Just under $100,000 in improvements have been
identified by staff and producers to date, as appropriate. Current and planned expenditures, include
fencing, power improvements, tents, bleachers, tables and chairs . Police festival overtime is forecast
to cost $32,800 for festivals in 2016. These additional funds, from a fee increase will allow the Town to
better meet festival needs.
• At the time of the 2013 Resolution, the new pavilion had not yet been designed or constructed. It is
recommended admission ticket fees also be made available to pay for maintenance associated with
special events and festivals at the pavilion.
• The festival ticket buyer pays the Admission Ticket Fee. The fee must be itemized on the ticket invoice
to show this is a separate charge and not included in the event’s ticket price. Matching the fee to the
needs of the Town of Avon’s facility for the event is an appropriate link to the user of the facility.
Proposed Resolution 15-16
The attached Resolution has been modified to include:
• Increase of the per ticket fee to $3.00
• Addition of an approved use of the funds to include maintenance of the Park Pavilion and Nottingham
Park Upper Field attributable to special event and festival use.
Council Action
If Council concurs with proposed changes, action is by motion and vote to approve Resolution 15-18, as
submitted, or with amendments.
Attachment
Resolution 15-18
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RESOLUTION NO. 15-18
SERIES OF 2015
A RESOLUTION INCREASING AN ADMISSION TICKET FEE ON TICKETS FOR EVENTS HELD ON TOWN
PROPERTY AND AMENDING THE USE OF FEES COLLECTED FOR CERTAIN IMPROVEMENTS AND USES
TO INCLUDE THE ADDITION OF PAVILION MAINTENANCE AND RESTATING ALL SECTIONS OF ADOPTED
RESOLUTION 13-26, SERIES 2013, TO ENSURE FULL COMPLIANCE IN THE ADMINISTRATION,
COLLECTION AND USE OF THE ADMISSION TICKET FEE
WHEREAS, the Avon Town Council has identified “Special Events” as a strategic priority to improve the
Town of Avon’s economic condition and to add to the quality of life for Avon residents and tourists; and,
WHEREAS, the Town may regulate the use of Town parks, special event areas and other Town owned
property in accordance with the Town’s home rule authority, state statute and Chapter 9.40 of the Avon
Municipal Code;
WHEREAS, the Avon Town Council passed Resolution 13-26 A Resolution Imposing an Admission
Ticket Fee on Tickets for Events Held on Town Property and Dedicating the Use of Fees Collected for
Certain Improvements and Uses on September 24, 2013, and has identified the need to increase the fee
and amend allowable uses.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF AVON, COLORADO, the
following:
Section 1 - Admissions Fee Established. An “Admission Ticket Fee” is hereby established which shall be
levied on every ticket for admission to a special event held on Town property for which a charge for
admission is imposed by the holder of the special event permit (“Vendor”). Any person who purchases or
accepts an admission to a special event on Town property, including but not limited to Nottingham Park,
other Town parks, public right-of-ways, or parking lots, is exercising a privilege of admission. Every special
event Vendor who charges a price for admission to such special event to the general public shall collect the
Admission Ticket Fee imposed by this Resolution in the manner set forth herein. The Town Manager may
waive all or a portion of the Admission Ticket Fee for a specific special event if the Town Manager finds in
the Town Manager’s discretion that such waiver (1) will promote the viability of the special event, (2) will
promote accessibility of Avon community to the special event, (3) is appropriate in that the impacts of the
special event do not warrant the Admission Ticket Fee, or (4) the Vendor proposes such other terms,
payments or benefits which equal or exceed the benefit of the Admission Ticket Fee.
Beginning on the date of this Resolution, the following Admission Ticket Fee shall be levied person per
ticket sold or provided as a complimentary admission:
• Ticket for single day admission = $3.00
• Ticket for two-day admission = $6.00
• Ticket for three-day admission = $9.00
Section 2 - Collection and Remittance of Admission Ticket Fee.
(a) The Vendor of a special event who imposes and collects a charge for admission to attendees, or any
portion of attendees, shall impose and collect the Admission Ticket Fee on every ticket for admission to the
special event, including any tickets or privilege of admission that are provided on a complimentary to a
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special event for which a charge is imposed on other attendees. The Admission Ticket Fee shall be deemed
to be held in trust by the Vendor required to collect the Admission Ticket Fee until remitted to the Finance
Director according to the provisions of this Resolution. The Admission Ticket Fee shall be collected at the
time the admission charge is paid or at the time a complimentary ticket or privilege of admission is granted
to an attendee.
(b) Every Vendor collecting an Admission Ticket Fee shall file with the Finance Director within thirty
(30) days following the last day of the special event for which an Admission Ticket Fee is levied a statement
indicating the total number of tickets and privilege of admission to the special event issued to attendees,
the total amount of the Admission Ticket Fees collected by ticket type during the admissions sale period
and such further information as the Finance Director may deem necessary to determine the amount of the
Admission Ticket Fees collected and payable. The Vendor shall remit the entire amount of the Admission
Ticket Fee collected with the statement.
Section 3 – Exclusions. The Admission Ticket Fee shall not be payable by the following attendees if
admitted to any festival/special event without charge. The Town Manager may limit the numbers of each
type of attendee admitted without charge.
(a) A bona fide officer or employee of the Vendor of the special event;
(b) Any federal, state, city, county or Town official employee attending the event on official
business;
(c) Any person whose admission to such special event is required for the performance of some
duty or work for the operator of such special event;
(d) Any newspaper reporter, photographer, telegrapher, radio announcer or person performing a
similar vocation who is admitted for the performance of special duties in connection with the
special event and whose special duties are the sole reason for his or her presence; and/or
(e) A child under thirteen (13) years of age, who is admitted without charge.
Section 4 - Failure to Remit; Penalties for Non-Payment. Every Vendor required to collect an Admission
Ticket Fee who fails to collect the applicable Admission Ticket Fee or any portion thereof shall be liable to
the Town for the amount of the Admission Ticket Fee plus a penalty of fifteen percent (15%) of the total
amount due plus interest on the amount due and penalty at the rate set forth in Chapter 3.32 of the Avon
Municipal Code plus any costs of collection incurred by the Town.
Section 5 – No Assumption of Admission Ticket Fee. The Vendor of special events shall agree that the
Vendor shall not represent that the Admission Ticket Fee will be assumed or absorbed by the Vendor, that
Admission Ticket Fee will not be added to the selling price of the admission sold or, if added, that it or any
part thereof will be refunded.
Section 6 - Printing of Admission Ticket Fee on Ticket. On each admission ticket, wristband or card sold,
the following words or their equivalent identifying the amount of Admission Ticket Fee levied shall be
conspicuously and indelibly printed, written or stamped on the face or back of that part of the ticket which
is sold by the Vendor: “Town of Avon Admission Ticket Fee $3 per Day.”
Section 7 - Determination of Fee Due. If any Vendor required to collect and remit the Admission Ticket Fee
fails to file a statement and a remittance, or if the Town Manager has reasonable cause to believe that an
erroneous statement has been filed, the Town Manager may proceed to determine the amount due to the
Town and, in connection therewith, shall make such investigations and take such testimony and other
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evidence as may be necessary. The Town shall provide at least six (6) days prior written notice to the
Vendor before conducting an administrative hearing and shall provide an opportunity for the Vendor to
provide testimony and evidence before the Town Manager renders a final decision.
Section 8 - Right of Inspection and Audit. It shall be the duty of every Vendor to keep and preserve
suitable records of all ticket types sold and such other books or accounts as may be necessary to determine
the amount of the Admission Ticket Fee for the collection or payment of which the Vendor is liable. The
Town Manager may make, or cause to be made the examination, inspection or audit of books, invoices,
accounts and other records so kept or maintained by such Vendor.
Section 9 - Collection and Payment of Disputed Fee. Should a dispute arise between the purchaser and the
Vendor or between Vendor and the Town Manager as to whether the sale of admission is exempt under
this Resolution, the Vendor, shall collect and the purchaser shall pay the Admission Ticket Fee, and the
Vendor or purchaser shall thereupon issue a receipt or certificate, showing the names of the purchaser and
Vendor, the date, price and amount of Admission Ticket Fee paid, and a brief statement of the claim of
exemption. The purchaser or Vendor may apply to the Town Manager for a refund of such fees, and it shall
be the duty of the Town Manager to thereupon determine the question of exemption and to provide for a
refund if necessary.
Section 10 – Incorporation into Special Events Permit or Contract. The terms of this Resolution shall be
referenced and incorporated into any special events permit or contract for special events along with such
other terms as may be deemed appropriate and necessary for the administration and enforcement of the
Admission Ticket Fee.
Section 11 - Town of Avon use of Admission Ticket Fees.
(a) All Admission Ticket Fee revenues collected shall be utilized for special event related capital
facilities, maintenance, equipment and infrastructure improvements, including but not limited to:
(i) Acquisition of assets for special events such as tenting, fencing, cord channels, staging,
resource recovery, directional signage, or generators/turtle box.
(ii) Improvement in park and Town-owned facility infrastructure such as type and location of
power, resource recovery, warm water access, grey water and grease disposal receptacles,
materials for conversion of facilities for various event types, and field and trail
improvements.
(iii) Maintenance of the Park Pavilion and Nottingham Park Upper Field attributable to special
event and festival use.
(b) The Admission Ticket Fee revenues, with Town Manager approval, may be used to defray police,
public transportation and traffic control costs when provided by the Town as an in-kind benefit for
the special event.
ADOPTED THIS 22ND DAY OF SEPTEMBER, 2015.
TOWN COUNCIL: ATTEST:
________________________________ __________________________________
Jennie Fancher, Mayor Debbie Hoppe, Town Clerk
Resolution 15-18 Admission Ticket Fee
September 22, 2015
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TOWN OF AVON, COLORADO
TOWN COUNCIL STUDY SESSION MINUTES FOR TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 2015
AVON LIBRARY MEETING ROOM, 200 BENCHMARK ROAD
1. CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL
Mayor Fancher called the meeting to order at 1:05 p.m. A roll call was taken and Council members
present were Megan Burch, Jake Wolf, Sarah Smith Hymes and Scott Prince. Matt Gennett and Buz
Reynolds were not present. Also present were Town Manager Virginia Egger, Town Attorney Eric Heil,
Assistant Town Manager Scott Wright and Executive Assistant to the Town Manager Preston Neill.
2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
There were no changes to the agenda.
3. ALIGNED INFLUENCE MODEL
Councilor Gennett joined the meeting at 1:08 p.m.
4. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Council, the retreat adjourned at 5:01 p.m.
RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED:
_________________________________
Preston Neill, Executive Assistant to the Town Manager
APPROVED:
Jennie Fancher ________________________________
Jake Wolf ________________________________
Matt Gennett ________________________________
Megan Burch ________________________________
Albert “Buz” Reynolds ________________________________
Scott Prince ________________________________
Sarah Smith Hymes ________________________________
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TOWN OF AVON, COLORADO
AVON MEETING MINUTES FOR TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 2015
AVON TOWN HALL, ONE LAKE STREET
REGULAR MEETING BEGINS AT 5:20 PM
1. CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL
Mayor Fancher called the meeting to order at 5:25 p.m. A roll call was taken and Council members present
were Jake Wolf, Buz Reynolds, Matt Gennett, Megan Burch, Scott Prince, and Sarah Smith Hymes. Also
present were Town Manager Virginia Egger, Town Attorney Eric Heil, Planning Manager Matt Pielsticker,
Executive Assistant to the Town Manager Preston Neill and Town Clerk Debbie Hoppe.
2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
There were no changes to the agenda.
3. PUBLIC COMMENT – COMMENTS ARE WELCOME ON TOPICS NOT ON THE AGENDA
No comments were made.
4. ACTION ITEMS
4.1. CONSENT CALENDAR
4.1.1. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES FROM THE AUGUST 25, 2015 RETREAT
(EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT TO THE TOWN MANAGER PRESTON NEILL)
4.1.2. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES FROM THE AUGUST 4, 2015 SPECIAL MEETING
(TOWN CLERK DEBBIE HOPPE)
4.1.3. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES FROM THE AUGUST 25, 2015 MEETING (TOWN CLERK DEBBIE HOPPE)
Councilor Reynolds moved to approve the Consent Calendar items; Councilor Burch seconded the
motion and it passed unanimously by those present.
4.2. INTERVIEWS AND CONSIDERATION OF DESIGNER FOR THE ROUNDABOUT #4 CENTER ELEMENT
(PLANNING MANAGER MATT PIELSTICKER)
Councilor Prince moved to delay the project for the Roundabout #4 Center Element; Mayor Pro Tem
Wolf seconded the motion and it passed 5 to 2 vote. Councilor Gennett and Councilor Reynolds voted
no.
4.3. REVIEW AND ACTION ON WINTERWONDERGRASS 2016 FUNDING REQUEST
(WONDERGRASS, LLC PRODUCER - SCOTTY STOUGHTON)
Councilor Burch moved to approve the WinterWonderGrass event dates of February 19, 20, 21, 2016;
$25,000 in-kind; $40,000 in financial support to be paid from the 2015 Contingency Fund; the Town
Manager to sign an agreement for production, including but not limited to all planning and producer
performance dates, insurance, indemnification, deposits, marketing plan, security and law enforcement
plan, demographic data collection and other metrics as may be determined, and report requirements;
Councilor Reynolds seconded the motion and it passed unanimously by those present.
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TOWN OF AVON, COLORADO
AVON MEETING MINUTES FOR TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 2015
AVON TOWN HALL, ONE LAKE STREET
5. WORK SESSION
5.2. PRESENTATION OF WALKABILITY STUDY RESULTS (PLANNING MANAGER MATT PIELSTICKER)
5.3. TOWN OF AVON 2016 – 2017 BUDGET (ASSISTANT TOWN MANAGER SCOTT WRIGHT)
• R ECOMMENDATION FOR CHANGES TO FEES AND CHARGES FOR SERVICES
• FUND BALANCES & CONTINGENCY
• EMPLOYEE COMPENSATION: SALARY AND HEALTH INSURANCE
6. ACTION ITEMS
6.2. ACTION ON RESOLUTION NO. 15-16, SERIES 2015 ADOPTING THE TOWN OF AVON 2016-17 STRATEGIC PLAN
(TOWN MANAGER VIRGINIA EGGER)
Councilor Gennett moved to continue Resolution No. 15-16, Series of 2015, Series 2015 Adopting the Town
of Avon 2016-17 Strategic Plan to October 13th; Councilor Reynolds seconded the motion and it passed
unanimously by those present.
7. COMMITTEE MEETING UPDATES: COUNCILORS AND MAYOR
8. MAYOR & COUNCIL COMMENTS
9. WRITTEN REPORTS
10. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Council, the regular meeting adjourned at 10:25 p.m.
RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED:
_________________________________
Debbie Hoppe, Town Clerk
APPROVED:
Jennie Fancher ________________________________
Jake Wolf ________________________________
Matt Gennett ________________________________
Megan Burch ________________________________
Albert “Buz” Reynolds ________________________________
Scott Prince ________________________________
Sarah Smith Hymes ________________________________
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FISCAL YEAR 2015
FINANCIAL REPORT
September 22, 2015
______________________________________________________________________________________
1. Fiscal Year 2015 Financial Report Cover Memo
2. Sales and Accommodations Tax Reports - July 2015
3. Real Estate Transfer Tax Report and Monthly Detail - August 2015
4. General Fund Year-To-Date Expenditures - August 2015
5. Fleet Maintenance Fund Year-To Date Expenditures - August 2015
6. Transit Fund Year-To Date Expenditures - August 2015
TOWN COUNCIL REPORT
To: Honorable Mayor Jennie Fancher and Avon Town Council
From: Kelly Huitt, Budget Analyst
Date: September 17, 2015
Re: Fiscal Year 2015 Financial Report – July / August
Revenues:
SALES TAX
• Sales tax revenue for the month of July is up $30,557 or 5.35% compared to July 2014, and up 5.82%
compared to the budget. This increase includes $6,069 from new businesses, and after adjusting for new
business growth, 4.29% is the gain in revenue from existing business for the month. Year-to-date sales tax is
up $438,898 compared to estimated monthly budgets, and new businesses make up 57.04% of this total
growth.
• July collections are up compared to 2014 for most industries. Service Related businesses are up 21.02%,
Sporting Goods Rental/Retail is up 10.96%, and Restaurants/Bars increased 12.30%, while Miscellaneous
Retail and Other Businesses are down -15.43% and -.73% respectively.
2014/2015 Growth Growth
Variance Existing Business New Business
Home/Garden 740.51 1.37%0.00%
Grocery, Specialty, Health 7,098.03 4.06%0.62%
Liquor Stores 2,619.41 8.86%0.00%
Sporting Goods Retail/Rental 4,452.26 7.18%3.77%
Miscellaneous Retail (4,664.59)-16.73%1.30%
Accommodations 4,194.52 3.65%1.38%
Restaurants/Bars 14,084.95 12.28%0.01%
Other (402.21)-2.05%1.32%
Service Related 2,434.08 9.78%11.24%
Total $30,556.96 4.29%1.06%
Category
Sales Tax Monthly Totals
ACCOMMODATIONS TAX
• Accommodations tax revenue for July is up $5,218, or 6.44% compared to July 2014, and up 7.03% compared
to the monthly budget.
• July accommodations tax collections have increased for all accommodation types: Vacation rentals are up
21.81%, Timeshares are up 18.82, and Hotels have increased 1.22%.
REAL ESTATE TRANSFER TAX
• 2015 real estate transfer tax collections for August equal $152,380.93.
• Year-to-date real estate transfer tax collections through August total 39.47% of the total 2015 estimated
revenue.
Expenditures:
• General Fund expenditures through August 2015 total 65.63% of the revised budget totals. These
expenditures include the annual Cirsa insurance payment as well as payments for several of the community
grants.
• Fleet expenditures to date are at 66.19% of the total budget. These costs include stock parts and several
blanket purchase orders, which encumber funds for the year for ongoing expenditures such as regularly
purchased shop supplies and monthly copier charges.
• Transit funds are 56.24% expended compared to the annual budget. This includes encumbered funds for
the purchase of one of two buses scheduled for acquisition in 2015.
TOWN OF AVON
SALES TAX
2015 Actual vs. Budget
Budget YTD Collections Budget % of change
2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2015 Variance from 2014
January 515,009.18$ 511,040.76$ 519,784.89$ 677,943.78$ 638,863.27$ 636,040$ 765,195.68$ 129,155.19$ 19.77%
February 504,752.59 532,903.25 533,546.48 636,702.27 673,722.03 670,745 788,999.06 118,253.83 17.11%
March 620,937.20 665,532.70 643,910.29 720,267.31 793,301.96 789,797 875,499.53 85,702.73 10.36%
April 309,937.09 305,269.73 304,220.84 307,407.13 381,839.56 380,152 403,560.42 23,407.99 5.69%
May 242,830.16 236,424.93 270,082.79 309,938.72 340,332.28 338,829 353,840.11 15,011.57 3.97%
June 377,920.42 406,828.27 430,588.57 490,329.18 538,517.31 536,138 570,424.51 34,286.61 5.93%
July 421,975.98 452,873.44 472,215.40 537,479.66 570,959.86 568,437 601,516.82 33,079.71 5.35%
August 361,702.25 419,977.29 455,439.86 504,332.25 547,085.80 544,669
September 359,139.22 391,546.49 424,793.75 475,362.88 546,016.59 543,604
October 288,859.84 299,193.35 341,711.43 356,925.96 417,921.46 416,075
November 284,528.70 301,407.41 336,060.63 362,460.94 397,935.36 396,177
December 818,360.74 921,815.61 852,868.64 981,917.79 1,221,263.98 1,215,868
Total 5,105,953.37$ 5,444,813.23$ 5,585,223.57$ 6,361,067.87$ 7,067,759.46$ 7,036,531$ 4,359,036.13$ 438,897.62$ 10.70%
Actual Collections
$0
$100,000
$200,000
$300,000
$400,000
$500,000
$600,000
2011 2012 2013 2014 2015
Year
Sales Tax Collections for July
TOWN OF AVON
SALES TAX
2015 Actual vs. Budget
$-
$500,000
$1,000,000
$1,500,000
$2,000,000
$2,500,000
$3,000,000
$3,500,000
$4,000,000
$4,500,000
2011 2012 2013 2014 2015
YTD Sales Tax Collections
$-
$100,000
$200,000
$300,000
$400,000
$500,000
$600,000
$700,000
$800,000
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Sales Tax Monthly Comparison 2013-2015
2013
2014
2015
TOWN OF AVON
ACCOMMODATIONS TAX
2015 Actual vs. Budget
Actual Collections Budget YTD Collections Budget % change
2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2015 Variance 2014
January 87,938.84$ 85,233.73$ 90,118.88$ 108,508.43$ 129,851.78$ 129,125$ 164,361.04$ 35,236.35$ 26.58%
February 99,336.34 114,035.90 106,016.32 137,503.61 150,317.06 149,475 175,056.31 25,580.93 16.46%
March 105,518.15 122,145.16 115,043.42 153,208.80 168,597.39 167,653 183,650.29 15,996.94 8.93%
April 26,496.88 26,214.58 20,786.24 26,494.49 31,626.02 31,449 34,825.13 3,376.20 10.12%
May 12,425.51 15,152.82 16,664.44 24,527.17 21,961.97 21,839 28,002.56 6,163.56 27.50%
June 32,857.68 49,999.66 56,012.17 66,578.91 54,232.23 53,929 53,397.46 (531.10) -1.54%
July 51,170.82 62,928.07 66,726.73 73,008.92 81,083.01 80,629 86,301.22 5,672.22 6.44%
August 42,188.56 52,037.55 58,358.93 67,688.07 71,044.33 70,647
September 30,090.34 35,521.81 42,245.24 44,661.37 50,840.16 50,555
October 20,614.06 21,801.56 25,879.51 27,154.53 34,977.59 34,782
November 20,582.47 24,971.33 22,786.42 28,171.04 32,064.02 31,884
December 98,561.90 135,984.00 112,759.02 131,361.43 168,944.85 167,999
Total 627,781.55$ 746,026.17$ 733,397.32$ 888,866.77$ 995,540.41$ 989,966$ 725,594.01$ 91,495.10$ 13.79%
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2011 2012 2013 2014 2015
Accommodations Tax Collections for July
Town of Avon
Real Estate Transfer Tax
2015 Actual vs. Budget
Budget YTD Collections $ change % of change
2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2015 2014 2014
January 237,133.00$ 57,540.00$ 50,204.00$ 22,535.00$ 85,126.74$ 160,101$ 48,640.40$ (36,486.34)$ -42.86%
February 362,719.22 230,705.50 41,750.07 55,872.69 562,219.70 443,386 85,479.08 (476,740.62)-84.80%
March 284,243.65 187,099.47 84,760.49 125,927.64 50,375.06 259,114 168,744.22 118,369.16 234.98%
April 210,185.30 249,482.30 219,195.80 144,437.80 197,656.36 361,199 125,266.30 (72,390.06)-36.62%
May 112,431.30 187,668.62 270,170.12 121,784.12 183,745.60 309,844 237,971.08 54,225.48 29.51%
June 66,271.14 49,606.58 169,040.47 90,309.74 220,009.15 210,586 294,434.84 74,425.69 33.83%
July 63,509.36 46,707.37 71,057.40 386,434.78 141,051.52 250,748 396,838.68 255,787.16 181.34%
August 88,823.40 106,785.21 232,505.93 97,579.70 154,032.32 240,477 152,380.93 (1,651.39) -1.07%
September 159,861.96 140,876.56 96,389.34 157,010.67 267,886.92 290,820
October 222,575.20 64,005.33 176,889.62 169,839.80 178,044.24 287,044
November 115,654.16 98,057.44 150,549.86 112,491.82 122,582.66 212,036
December 236,117.45 198,448.03 145,134.57 83,382.60 1,598,062.92 799,958
Total 2,159,525.14$ 1,616,982.41$ 1,707,647.67$ 1,567,606.36$ 3,760,793.19$ 3,825,312$ 1,509,755.53$ (84,460.92)$ -5.30%
Budget 3,825,312.00
Variance, Favorable (Unfavorable)(2,315,556.47)$
Actual Collections
$-
$200,000.00
$400,000.00
$600,000.00
$800,000.00
$1,000,000.00
$1,200,000.00
$1,400,000.00
$1,600,000.00
2011 2012 2013 2014 2015
YTD Real Estate Transfer Tax Collections
Dept./Div.2015 Encumbrances Year To Date Available
Number Description Budget Outstanding Expenditures Balance YTD/Budget
General Government:
Legislative:
111 Mayor and Town Council 235,171$ 40$ 126,643$ 108,488$ 53.87%
112 Boards and Commissions 15,299 - 8,598 6,701 56.20%
113 Town Attorney 155,000 58,980 104,131 (8,111) 105.23%
115 Town Clerk 124,747 9,764 77,886 37,097 70.26%
Total Legislative 530,217 68,784 317,258 144,175 72.81%
Judicial:
121 Municipal Court 100,234 6,687 63,875 29,672 70.40%
Executive:
131 Town Manager 353,069 - 226,188 126,881 64.06%
133 Community Relations 132,360 - 75,364 56,996 56.94%
Total Executive 485,429 - 301,552 183,877 62.12%
Finance Department:
132 Human Resources 220,886 8,536 159,297 53,053 75.98%
141 Finance 774,084 11,776 498,423 263,885 65.91%
143 Information Systems 385,028 12,940 254,182 117,906 69.38%
149 Nondepartmental 389,293 18,868 302,629 67,796 82.58%
Total Financial Administration 1,769,291 52,120 1,214,531 502,640 71.59%
Total General Government 2,885,171 127,591 1,897,216 860,364 70.18%
Community Development:
212 Planning 277,000 5,619 175,024 96,357 65.21%
213 Building Inspection 136,410 - 85,676 50,734 62.81%
214 Economic Development 208,144 3,894 79,155 125,095 39.90%
215 Town Produced Events 623,758 12,127 491,628 120,003 80.76%
216 Signature Event Seed Funding 5,000 - - 5,000 0.00%
217 Community Grants 197,850 1,300 136,422 60,128 69.61%
Total Community Development 1,448,162 22,940 967,905 457,317 68.42%
Police Department:
311 Administration 595,431 12,049 386,015 197,367 66.85%
312 Patrol 2,162,311 23,519 1,262,788 876,004 59.49%
313 Investigations 243,481 2,947 169,241 71,293 70.72%
Total Police 3,001,223 38,515 1,818,044 1,144,664 61.86%
Department Expenditure Summaries
General Fund
August 2015 Expenditures to Date
Dept./Div.2015 Encumbrances Year To Date Available
Number Description Budget Outstanding Expenditures Balance YTD/Budget
Department Expenditure Summaries
General Fund
August 2015 Expenditures to Date
Public Works:
412 Engineering 488,935 15,462 164,423 309,050 36.79%
413 Roads and Bridges 1,515,799 69,867 923,977 521,955 65.57%
415 Parks 1,029,776 68,818 614,397 346,561 66.35%
418 Buildings & Facilities 1,121,795 150,422 644,970 326,403 70.90%
Total Public Works 4,156,305 304,569 2,347,767 1,503,969 63.81%
Parks and Recreation:
514 Administration 198,528 4,997 133,845 59,686 69.94%
515 Adult Programs 27,671 40 18,153 9,478 65.75%
516 Aquatics 436,309 4,333 273,489 158,487 63.68%
518 Fitness 138,344 89 113,185 25,070 81.88%
519 Guest Services 254,019 3,500 167,729 82,790 67.41%
521 Youth Programs 121,498 1,517 79,401 40,580 66.60%
522 Cabin 26,759 - 5,878 20,881 21.97%
Total Parks and Recreation 1,203,128 14,476 791,680 396,972 67.01%
TOTAL OPERATING EXPENDITURES 12,693,989$ 508,091$ 7,822,612$ 4,363,286 65.63%
Dept./Div.2015 Encumbrances Year To Date Available
Number Description Budget Outstanding Expenditures Balance YTD/Budget
EXPENDITURES
Public Works:
434 Fleet Maintenance 1,698,851$ 46,810$ 1,077,637$ 574,404$ 66.19%
Total Operating Expenditures 1,698,851 46,810 1,077,637 574,404 66.19%
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 1,698,851$ 46,810$ 1,077,637$ 574,404$ 66.19%
Expenditure Summary
Fleet Maintenance Enterprise Fund
August 2015 Expenditures to Date
Dept./Div.2015 Encumbrances Year To Date Available
Number Description Budget Outstanding Expenditures Balance YTD/Budget
EXPENDITURES
431 Transit Administration 244,086$ 2,561$ 151,120$ 90,405$ 62.96%
432 Transit Operations 1,563,787 136,418 784,920 642,449 58.92%
435 Wash Bay 221,246 1,417 64,817 155,012 29.94%
Total Operating Expenditures 2,029,119 140,396 1,000,857 887,866 56.24%
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 2,029,119$ 140,396$ 1,000,857$ 887,866$ 56.24%
Expenditure Summary
Transit Enterprise Fund
August 2015 Expenditures to Date