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TC Packet 03-13-2018 TOWN OF AVON, COLORADO TOWN OF AVON MEETINGS FOR TUESDAY, MARCH 13, 2018 AVON LIQUOR AUTHORITY MEETING BEGINS AT 5:00 PM AVON TOWN COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING BEGINS AT 5:05 PM AVON TOWN HALL, ONE LAKE STREET _______________________________________________________________________________ MEETING AGENDAS & PACKETS ARE FOUND AT: HTTP://WWW.AVON.ORG AGENDAS ARE POSTED AT AVON TOWN HALL, RECREATION CENTER, AVON PUBLIC LIBRARY & AVON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL IF YOU HAVE ANY SPECIAL ACCOMMODATION NEEDS, PLEASE, IN ADVANCE OF THE MEETING, CALL TOWN CLERK DEBBIE HOPPE AT 970-748-4001 OR EMAIL DHOPPE@AVON.ORG WITH ANY SPECIAL REQUESTS. 1 AVON LIQUOR LICENSING AUTHORITY MEETING BEGINS AT 5:00 PM (SEE SEPARATE AGENDA PAGE 3) AVON TOWN COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING BEGINS AT 5:05 PM (SEE AGENDA BELOW) 1. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL 2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA 3. MEETING PROCEDURES FOR THE MEETING OF MARCH 13, 2018 ACTION ITEMS • PRESENTATION OF ITEM • PUBLIC COMMENT * • COUNCIL DISCUSSION • MOTION • COUNCIL DISCUSSION • VOTE WORK SESSION AND PRESENTATIONS • PRESENTATION OF ITEM • COUNCIL DISCUSSION • PUBLIC COMMENT* • COUNCIL DIRECTION 4. PUBLIC COMMENT – COMMENTS ARE WELCOME ON ITEMS NOT LISTED ON THE FOLLOWING AGENDA * AN INITIAL THREE (3) MINUTE LIMIT ALLOWED TO EACH PERSON WISHING TO SPEAK. SPEAKER MAY REQUEST MORE TIME AT THE END OF THE THREE (3) MINUTES, WHICH MAY BE APPROVED BY A MAJORITY OF THE COUNCIL. 5. PRESENTATION 5.1. SWEARING IN OF PATROL OFFICER DAVID GLIDDEN (POLICE CHIEF GREG DALY) (10 MINUTES) 6. ACTION ITEM 6.1. FIRST READING ORDINANCE 18-03, ADOPTING THE TOWN OF AVON TOWN-OWNED PROPERTIES PLAN (PLANNING DIRECTOR MATT PIELSTICKER) (60 MINUTES) 6.2. REVIEW AND DIRECTION ON THE HAHNEWALD BARN RELOCATION COST REDUCTION PLAN & REQUEST TO INITIATE NEXT STEP(S) (PLANNING DIRECTOR MATT PIELSTICKER) (40 MINUTES) 6.3. RESOLUTION 18-07, WAIVING SALES TAX AND BUILDING PERMIT FEES FOR WALKING MOUNTAINS SCIENCE CENTER (DEPUTY TOWN MANAGER PRESTON NEILL) (15 MINUTES) 6.4. PUBLIC HEARING SECOND READING OF ORDINANCE 18-02, AMENDING THE LIGHTING ORDINANCE TO EXTEND PERMITTED DURATION OF SEASONAL HOLIDAY LIGHTING IN THE TOWN CORE & PLACING CURFEW ON RESIDENTIAL PROPERTIES (PLANNING DIRECTOR MATT PIELSTICKER) (10 MINUTES) 6.5. FIRST READING OF ORDINANCE 18-04, AMENDING THE AVON MUNICIPAL CODE TO ADD CHAPTER 8.40 – UNMANNED AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS (TOWN ATTORNEY ERIC HEIL) (15 MINUTES) 6.6. CREATIVE FOUNDING COMMITTEE UPDATE & REQUEST FOR FUNDING (COUNCILORS AMY PHILLIPS & JAKE WOLF) (20 MINUTES) TOWN OF AVON, COLORADO TOWN OF AVON MEETINGS FOR TUESDAY, MARCH 13, 2018 AVON LIQUOR AUTHORITY MEETING BEGINS AT 5:00 PM AVON TOWN COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING BEGINS AT 5:05 PM AVON TOWN HALL, ONE LAKE STREET ___________________________________________________________________________________________ MEETING AGENDAS & PACKETS ARE FOUND AT: HTTP://WWW.AVON.ORG AGENDAS ARE POSTED AT AVON TOWN HALL, RECREATION CENTER, AVON PUBLIC LIBRARY & AVON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL IF YOU HAVE ANY SPECIAL ACCOMMODATION NEEDS, PLEASE, IN ADVANCE OF THE MEETING, CALL TOWN CLERK DEBBIE HOPPE AT 970-748-4001 OR EMAIL DHOPPE@AVON.ORG WITH ANY SPECIAL REQUESTS. 2 6.7. CONSENT AGENDA (5 MINUTES) 6.7.1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES FROM FEBRUARY 27, 2018 COUNCIL MEETING (TOWN CLERK DEBBIE HOPPE) 6.7.2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES FROM MARCH 7, 2018 COUNCIL RETREAT (DEPUTY TOWN MANAGER PRESTON NEILL) 7. WRITTEN REPORTS 7.1. TOWN OF AVON 2017-2019 STRATEGIC PLAN QUARTERLY PROGRESS REPORT (TOWN MANAGER VIRGINIA EGGER) 7.2. ABSTRACT FROM MARCH 6, 2018 PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MEETING (PLANNING DIRECTOR MATT PIELSTICKER) 8. MAYOR & COUNCIL COMMENTS & MEETING UPDATES (20 MINUTES) 9. EXECUTIVE SESSION FOR DISCUSSION OF A PERSONNEL MATTER UNDER C.R.S. §24-6-402(2) (F) CONCERNING THE TOWN ATTORNEY’S ANNUAL PERFORMANCE EVALUATION (30 MINUTES) 10. ADJOURNMENT _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ *Public Comments: Council agendas shall include a general item labeled “Public Comment” near the beginning of all Council meetings. Members of the public who wish to provide comments to Council greater than three minutes are encouraged to schedule time in advance on the agenda and to provide written comments and other appropriate materials to the Council in advance of the Council meeting. The Mayor shall permit public comments for any action item or work session item, and may permit public comment for any other agenda item, and may limit such public comment to three minutes per individual, which limitation may be waived or increased by a majority of the quorum present. Article VI. Public Comments, Avon Town Council Simplified Rules of Order, Adopted by Resolution No. 17-05. TOWN OF AVON MEETINGS FOR TUESDAY, MARCH 13, 2018 AVON LIQUOR AUTHORITY MEETING BEGINS AT 5:00 PM AVON TOWN HALL, ONE LAKE STREET _______________________________________________________________________________ MEETING AGENDAS & PACKETS ARE FOUND AT: HTTP://WWW.AVON.ORG AGENDAS ARE POSTED AT AVON TOWN HALL, RECREATION CENTER, AVON PUBLIC LIBRARY & AVON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL IF YOU HAVE ANY SPECIAL ACCOMMODATION NEEDS, PLEASE, IN ADVANCE OF THE MEETING, CALL TOWN CLERK DEBBIE HOPPE AT 970-748-4001 OR EMAIL DHOPPE@AVON.ORG WITH ANY SPECIAL REQUESTS. 3 1. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL 2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA 3. PUBLIC COMMENT – COMMENTS ARE WELCOME ON ITEMS NOT LISTED ON THE FOLLOWING AGENDA 4. REPORT OF CHANGE - CORPORATE NAME CHANGE 4.1. CURRENT CORPORATE NAME: WAL-MART STORES INC. D/B/A WALMART SUPERCENTER #1199 NEW CORPORATE NAME: WALMART INC. D/B/A WALMART SUPERCENTER #1199 LOCATION: 171 YODER AVENUE MANAGER: SAMUEL POTHIER 5. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES FROM FEBRUARY 27, 2018 MEETING 6. ADJOURNMENT TOWN OF AVON, COLORADO AVON LIQUOR LICENSING AUTHORITY MEETING MINUTES FOR TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2018 AVON TOWN HALL, ONE LAKE STREET Page 1 1. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL Chairwoman Fancher called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m. A roll call was taken and Board members present were Sarah Smith Hymes, Matt Gennett and Amy Phillips. Scott Prince arrived at 5:01 p.m. Jake Wolf arrived at 5:02 p.m. Megan Burch was absent. Also present were Town Attorney Eric Heil, Deputy Police Chief Coby Cosper, Recreation Director John Curutchet, Planning Director Matt Pielsticker, Deputy Town Manager Preston Neill and Secretary 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 public comments were made. 4. PUBLIC HEARING FOR NEW HOTEL AND RESTAURANT LIQUOR LICENSE Start time: 01:13 4.1. Applicant Name: Southside Benderz, LLC d/b/a Southside Benderz Location: 182 Avon Road Suite 208 Type: Hotel and Restaurant Liquor License Manager: Noah Bender Action: Resolution No. 18-02 Chairwoman Fancher opened the public hearing and no comments were made. Noah Bender was present to answer questions. Vice Chairwoman Smith Hymes moved to approve the new hotel and restaurant liquor license application for Southside Benderz, LLC d/b/a Southside Benderz. Board member Phillips seconded the motion and it passed unanimously by Board members present. Board member Burch was absent. 5. REPORT OF CHANGE – MODIFICATION OF PREMISES Start time: 03:42 5.1. APPLICANT: Y&Z, Inc. D/B/A Nozawa Sushi & Kitchen LOCATION: 240 Chapel Place, B115 MANAGER: Ashley Mueller The application was presented with no concerns. Ashley Mueller was present to answer questions. Vice Chairwoman Smith Hymes moved to approve the Report of Changes – Modification of Premises for the Y&Z, Inc. d/b/a Nozawa Sushi & Kitchen. Board member Gennett seconded the motion and it passed unanimously by Board members present. Board member Burch was absent. 6. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES FROM FEBRUARY 13, 2018 MEETING Start time: 04:57 Board member Gennett moved to approve the minutes from the February 13, 2018, Liquor Authority meeting. Board member Phillips seconded the motion and it passed unanimously by Board members present. Board member Burch was absent. TOWN OF AVON, COLORADO AVON LIQUOR LICENSING AUTHORITY MEETING MINUTES FOR TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2018 AVON TOWN HALL, ONE LAKE STREET Page 2 7. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Board, Chairwoman Fancher moved to adjourn the liquor meeting. Board member Gennett seconded the motion and it passed unanimously by Board members present. Board member Burch was absent. The time was 5:05 p.m. RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED: ____________________________________ Debbie Hoppe, Secretary APPROVED: Jennie Fancher ______________________________________ Sarah Smith Hymes ______________________________________ Jake Wolf ______________________________________ Megan Burch ______________________________________ Matt Gennett ______________________________________ Scott Prince ______________________________________ Amy Phillips ______________________________________ Page 1 of 1 TOWN COUNCIL REPORT To: Honorable Mayor Jennie Fancher and Avon Town Council From: Greg Daly, Chief of Police Meeting Date: March 13, 2018 Agenda Topic: Swearing in and Badge Pinning Ceremony for Officer David Glidden Swearing In and Badge Pinning Ceremony Tonight, we will join David Glidden, his parents and his partner as he takes his oath as Avon’s newest Police Officer and receive his badge. Officer Glidden participated in a robust, challenging and comprehensive testing process in July 2017. He then attended the Colorado Law Enforcement Academy from August to December 2017. He graduated on December 15, 2017. Officer Glidden previously worked with the Mammoth Resort Ski Patrol for nine years. He also worked for Vail Resorts Mountain Security. David started with the Avon Police Department as a seasonal Community Response Officer. It is a long-standing tradition in the First Responder Community that a Badging Ceremony is held upon completion of Police or Fire Academy, and then upon subsequent promotions. The badges are the visible signs of his or her role, responsibilities, authority and trust with our community. Mayor Fancher will preside over the swearing-in. The Oath of Office, will be administered by Town Clerk Debbie Hoppe. Officer Glidden’s parents and his partner will pin his badge. Congratulations to Officer Glidden. TOWN COUNCIL REPORT To: Honorable Mayor Jennie Fancher and Avon Town Council From: Matt Pielsticker, AICP, Planning Director Meeting Date: March 13, 2018 Topic: FIRST READING OF ORDINANCE 18-03, ADOPTING THE TOWN OF AVON TOWN- OWNED PROPERTIES PLAN, A COMPREHENSIVE PLAN ACTION BEFORE COUNCIL Before Council is action on First Reading of Ordinance 18-03 (ATTACHMENT A), adopting a Comprehensive Plan document titled: Town of Avon Town-owned Properties Plan (ATTACHMENT B). RECOMMENDED MOTION “I move to approve first reading of Ordinance 18-03, thereby adopting the Town of Avon Town-owned Properties Plan, and setting forth a public hearing and second reading for March 27, 2018.” SUMMARY The Town has been engaged in the Town of Avon Town-Owned Properties Plan since January 2017 with Design Workshop, a planning and landscape design firm. The process (ATTACHMENT C) timeline resulted in development strategies for properties throughout town. Some highlights include: • Wildridge Fire House and Wildwood Parcel: Addition of deed-restricted worker housing • Swift Gulch Parcels: Future needs of Mobility Department • Village at Avon Lot 5: Public Works/Parks facility and Recycling center • Village at Avon Park Site: Passive Neighborhood Park • Village at Avon Lot E: Interim Dog Park and Community Garden Tract G (Nottingham Park and adjoining buildings) highlights include: • Recreation Center Expansion with Splash Pad • Relocation of the Hahnewald Barn in place of old Town Hall, as a multi-use facility. • Development of a new cultural, educational and/or entrepreneurial center at 351 Benchmark Property (old fire station) • Seasonal chilled ice rink/multi-use space • Game plaza • New bicycle pump track and pickleball courts on the lower field PUBLIC COMMENTS Through the course of the public process, several points of contact were made with the public. Comments were collected in public meetings with polling (Appendix to plan), surveys, public hearings with the Planning and Zoning Comission, and written public comments (ATTACHMENT D). Once the final plan was published in January, a final survey was advertised and opened on Survey Monkey to gain one more data point for consideration. Results of that survey are attached (ATTACHMENT E). PZC RECOMMENDATIONS Through the course of their review, PZC provided amendments to the draft document based on public comments. The amendments are summarized in the attached report to PZC, and included in the January 19, 2018 draft plan. At the February 20, 2018 public hearing (ATTACHMENT F), PZC made two recommendations to Council: 1) Recommendation (5-0 vote) to approve the Town of Avon Town-owned Properties Plan as drafted; and 2) Prioritize the Hahnewald Barn (3-2 vote) in the implementation of the Plan. The Hahnewald Barn is being reviewed seperately on the agenda with a cost reduction plan and options, including potential next next steps. AVAILABLE ACTIONS 1) Continue the First Reading of Ordinance 18‐03, pending additional information. 2) Approve First Reading of Ordinance 18‐03, and set the Public Hearing and Second Reading of Ordinance 18‐03 for March 27, 2018. ATTACHMENTS A. Ordinance 18-03 B. Town of Avon Town-Owned Properties Plan http://www.avon.org/DocumentCenter/View/17860 C. Project Timeline D. Written Public Comment E. Online Survey Results Summary (01/26/18 – 03/07/18) F. PZC Memo and Decision Ord 18 - 03 Town of Avon Town-Owned Properties Plan March 13, 2018 FIRST READING Page 1 of 3 TOWN OF AVON ORDINANCE NO. 18-03 AN ORDINANCE APPROVING A COMPREHENSIVE PLAN, THE TOWN OF AVON TOWN-OWNED PROPERTIES PLAN RECITALS WHEREAS, the Town of Avon (“Town”) is a home rule municipal corporation and body politic organized under the laws of the State of Colorado and possessing the maximum powers, authority and privileges to which it is entitled under Colorado law; and WHEREAS, The Town of Avon (“Applicant”) has initiated a Comprehensive Plan Application for the Town of Avon Town-Owned Properties Plan; and WHEREAS, the Town of Avon Planning and Zoning Commission conducted public hearings on August 1, 2017, August 15, 2017 and February 20, 2018, and prior to formulating a recommendation to the Town Council considered all public comments, testimony, evidence and Town Staff reports; WHEREAS, the Town of Avon Planning and Zoning Commission took action to adopt Findings of Fact in accordance with AMC §7.16.030(c), and made a recommendation to the Avon Town Council to adopt the Town of Avon Town-owned Properties Plan; and WHEREAS, in accordance with AMC §7.12.030, Town Council, and in addition to other authority granted by the Town Charter, its ordinances and State of Colorado law, the Town Council has application review and decision-making authority to approve, approve with conditions or deny the Application; and WHEREAS, the Town Council of the Town of Avon, after publishing and posting notice in accordance with the requirements of AMC §7.16.020(d), Step 4: Notice, held public hearings on March 13, 2018 and March 27, 2018, and prior to taking final action considered all comments, testimony, evidence and Town Staff reports; and then took action by approving this Ordinance; and WHEREAS, pursuant to AMC §7.16.030(c), Review Criteria the Town Council has considered the applicable review criteria for a Comprehensive Plan application as more specifically described below, and that the Comprehensive Plan will promote the health, safety, and welfare of the Town of Avon residents; and WHEREAS, in accordance with the review criteria outlined AMC §7.16.030(c), Review Criteria, the Town Council finds that the proposed land uses are compatible with the surrounding area; the document and associated land uses are supported by transportation services and infrastructure; the Comprehensive Plan is in compliance with the purposes of the Development Code by providing a planned and orderly use of land, to conserve the value of the investments of the people of the Avon community and encouraging a high quality of life by the provision of additional recreational and multi-use facilities that can be enjoyed by all residents and guests to the Town; NOW THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF AVON, COLORADO: Section 1. Recitals Incorporated. The above and foregoing recitals are incorporated herein by reference and adopted as findings and determinations of the Town Council. Section 2. Town of Avon Town Owned Properties Plan Adopted. The attached (“Exhibit A”) ATTACHMENT A Ord 18 - 03 Town of Avon Town-Owned Properties Plan March 13, 2018 FIRST READING Page 2 of 3 document is hereby approved and considered a “Comprehensive Plan,” as defined by AMC §7.08, Definitions, and shall serve as a guiding document for future uses of the properties included. Section 3. Severability. If any provision of this Ordinance, or the application of such provision to any person or circumstance, is for any reason held to be invalid, such invalidity shall not affect other provisions or applications of this Ordinance which can be given effect without the invalid provision or application, and to this end the provisions of this Ordinance are declared to be severable. The Town Council hereby declares that it has passed this Ordinance and each provision thereof, even though any one of the provisions might be declared unconstitutional or invalid. As used in this Section, the term “provision” means and includes any part, division, subdivision, section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase; the term “application” means and includes an application of an ordinance or any part thereof, whether considered or construed alone or together with another ordinance or ordinances, or part thereof, of the Town. Section 4. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall take effect no sooner than thirty (30) days after final adoption in accordance with Section 6.4 of the Avon Home Rule Charter. Section 5. Safety Clause. The Town Council hereby finds, determines and declares this Ordinance is promulgated under the general police power of the Town of Avon, that it is promulgated for the health, safety, and welfare of the public. Section 6. No Existing Violation Affected. Nothing in this Ordinance shall be construed to release, extinguish, alter, modify, or change in whole or in part any penalty, liability or right or affect any audit, suit, or proceeding pending in any court, or any rights acquired, or liability incurred, or any cause or causes of action acquired or existing which may have been incurred or obtained under any ordinance or provision hereby repealed or amended by this Ordinance. Any such ordinance or provision thereof so amended, repealed, or superseded by this Ordinance shall be treated and held as remaining in force for the purpose of sustaining any and all proper actions, suits, proceedings and prosecutions, for the enforcement of such penalty, liability, or right, and for the purpose of sustaining any judgment, decree or order which can or may be rendered, entered, or made in such actions, suits or proceedings, or prosecutions imposing, inflicting, or declaring such penalty or liability or enforcing such right, and shall be treated and held as remaining in force for the purpose of sustaining any and all proceedings, actions, hearings, and appeals pending before any court or administrative tribunal. Section 7. Correction of Errors. Town Staff is authorized to insert proper dates, references to recording information and make similar changes, and to correct any typographical, grammatical, cross- reference, or other errors which may be discovered in any documents associated with this Ordinance and documents approved by this Ordinance provided that such corrections do not change the substantive terms and provisions of such documents. Section 8. Publication. The Town Clerk is ordered to publish this Ordinance in accordance with Chapter 1.16 of the Avon Municipal Code. INTRODUCED, APPROVED, PASSED ON FIRST READING, ORDERED POSTED AND REFERRED TO PUBLIC HEARING and setting such public hearing for 5:00 on March 27, 2018 at the Council Chambers of the Avon Municipal Building, located at One Lake Street, Avon, Colorado. SIGNATURE PAGE FOLLOWS ATTACHMENT A Ord 18 - 03 Town of Avon Town-Owned Properties Plan March 13, 2018 FIRST READING Page 3 of 3 SIGNED: Jennie Fancher, Mayor Published by posting in at least three public places in Town and posting at the office of the Town Clerk at least seven days prior to final action by the Town Council. ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM: Debbie Hoppe, Town Clerk Eric Heil, Town Attorney INTRODUCED, FINALLY APPROVED, AND PASSED ON SECOND READING, AND ORDERED PUBLISHED BY POSTING on March 27, 2018. SIGNED: Jennie Fancher, Mayor Published by posting by title in at least three public places in Town and posting by title at the office of the Town Clerk. ATTEST: Debbie Hoppe, Town Clerk ATTACHMENT A TOWN OF AVON TOWN-OWNED PROPERTIES PLAN JANUARY 19, 2018 ATTACHMENT B ii | ATTACHMENT B CONTENTS DOCUMENT OVERVIEW DEVELOPMENT FRAMEWORK TRACT G WILDRIDGE FIRE HOUSE SWIFT GULCH PARCELS PUBLIC WORKS SITE (LOT 5) VILLAGE AT AVON: PARK SITE VILLAGE AT AVON: SCHOOL SITE (LOT E) WILDWOOD PROPERTIES CONCLUSION APPENDIX 1 7 17 29 33 37 43 49 55 61 65 120 E. MAIN STREETASPEN, COLORADO 81611 ATTACHMENT B ATTACHMENT B 1 DOCUMENT OVERVIEW This report is prepared for the Town of Avon regarding the development strategies of multiple town-owned properties. The sites range in scale, location, and opportunity. Properties included are: Tract G, Wildridge Fire House, Swift Gulch, the Wildwood Properties (Tracts Q and N), and sites located at the Village at Avon including the “Park Site,” the “School Site” (Lot E), and the Public Works Site (Lot 5). ATTACHMENT B 2 | Document Overview DOCUMENT OVERVIEW The Town of Avon Town- Owned Properties Plan provides development guidance for seven sites including Tract G, Wildridge Fire House, Swift Gulch, the Village at Avon’s “Park Site,” “School Site” (Lot E), Public Works Site (Lot 5), and the Wildwood Properties. Within this document, each site is assessed and planned individually through a rigorous process of understanding spatial relationships, market feasibility, constructibility, regulatory systems, and public preferences. For each site, and as appropriate, the following sections introduce the properties, describe the development strategies, and evaluate the feasibility of the plan. PUBLIC WORKS SITE (LOT 5) TRACT G SITE OVERVIEW This section will introduce the site. A base map graphic orientates readers to the existing conditions and spatial relationships. In addition, information about the site acreage and zoning, current uses and existing site photos provides context for each town- owned property. DEVELOPMENT CONCEPT Within this section, the development concept is introduced. A simple, rendered site plan illustrates the development vision. PHASING The project phasing section describes a logical order of implementation for the project when multiple programmatic and built elements are recommended. ATTACHMENT B 3 WILDRIDGE FIRE HOUSE VILLAGE AT AVON: PARK SITE WILDWOOD PROPERTIES VILLAGE AT AVON: SCHOOL SITE (LOT E) SWIFT GULCH PARCELS METCALF RDW W I LDWO OD RD WILDWO O D R DWILDRIDGE RDWILDRIDGE RDATTACHMENT B 4 | Document Overview Wildridge Fire House Tract G Wildwood Properties Public Works Site School Site Swift Gulch Park Site I-70 6 TOWN-OWNED PROPERTIES LOCATION MAP ATTACHMENT B 5 PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK ATTACHMENT B ATTACHMENT B 7 DEVELOPMENT FRAMEWORK The following planning documents provide guidance for the development strategies for town-owned properties. • Avon West Town Center District Investment Plan (2007) • Town of Avon Comprehensive Plan (2006, revised 2017) • Master Plan for Harry A. Nottingham Park (2008) • Recreation Center Expansion and Renovation for the 2014 Ballot (2014) • Planning Review and Update: Nottingham Park Master Plan, Swift Gulch Master Plan, Lot 5 Development Plan for the Town of Avon (2015) • Five Year Capital Improvements Plan (2017-2021) In addition to previous planning documents, a robust civic engagement program provided additional guidance for development on town-owned properties in Avon. • Public Open House Keypad Polling • Online Survey ATTACHMENT B 8 | Development Framework Review AVON WEST TOWN CENTER DISTRICT INVESTMENT PLAN 2007 The purpose of the West Town Center Investment Plan is to encourage and facilitate revitalization. Through a consistent and visionary approach, the Town is equipped to avoid piecemeal and disconnected development within the West Town Center district. This plan includes a master plan, market study, design guidelines, and an implementation strategy with a financial analysis summary. The planning principles employed for the West Town Center from the Comprehensive Plan include: • Create a new Main Street in the existing pedestrian mall right-of-way. (Progress: Developed Main Street Mall and Possibility Plaza) • Realign Benchmark Road (Lake Street) to improve circulation in the area and enhance the development feasibility of the vacant parcels. (Complete) • Link pedestrian, bicycle, and automobile circulation to and through Avon’s Town Center, Nottingham Park, Riverfront Village, and the Eagle River. • Develop a multi-modal transit center. (Complete) The market study recommends concepts and goals for a mix of land uses. The retail and commercial within the West Town Center prioritizes a lifestyle-oriented approach. Recommended housing includes a combination of condominiums, hotel rooms and affordable housing units. TOWN OF AVON COMPREHENSIVE PLAN 2002, revised 2008, revised 2017 As stated by the Comprehensive Plan, the vision of Avon is: “…to provide a high quality of life, today and in the future, for a diversity of people and interests; and to promote their ability to live, work, visit, and recreate in the community.” Avon strives to: Enhance the Sense of Place and Character. Create a developed community made up of smaller residential neighborhoods and a thriving Town Center that collectively provide a unique sense of place and charm enjoyed by year-round residents and visitors alike. • Develop a parking structure associated with the expansion of Avon’s Recreation Center • Develop a mix of uses that provides a strong residential and lodging bed base supported by community and guest commercial uses. • Create inviting storefronts with retail, restaurant, and entertainment uses on ground levels and offices, lodging, and residential uses above. • Establish public plazas and other gathering spaces for community interaction and social events. (Complete) • Provide entertainment opportunities for residents and guests to enliven the area and promote extended retail hours. (Progress: Performance Pavilion complete; Avon Town Hall 1st floor under construction) • Use signage, streetscape design, landscaping, points of interest, and other wayfinding elements to help orient visitors to important destinations within the district and the larger Town Center. (In progress) • Use architectural detailing on ground level/first floor to enhance the pedestrian environment. • Site buildings of various sizes along the street edge to maximize sun exposure, protect views, and break up building bulk. ATTACHMENT B 9 Be a thriving Center of Activity and Entertainment. Provide the Eagle Valley with unique shopping, dining, entertainment, and recreational opportunities. Foster Attainable Housing. Adopt and implement housing policies that address housing gaps and support the creation of new housing opportunities. A diverse year-round community is fundamental to Town’s character and economic viability. Provide an exceptional Transportation and Transit Network. Support a multi-modal transportation network that provides convenient, efficient, clean links throughout the Town, to Beaver Creek, and the entire region. Goals and policy objectives that provide a framework for the direction of the Development Strategies Plan include the following: LAND USE • Goal B.1: Provide a balance of land uses that offer a range of housing options, diverse commercial and employment opportunities, inviting guest accommodations, and high quality civic and recreational facilities that work in concert to strengthen Avon’s identity as both a year-round residential community and as a commercial, tourism and economic center. • Policy B.5.3: Review accessory residential uses in association with light industrial commercial development when compatible. COMMUNITY CHARACTER• Goal C.1: Ensure that development is compatible with existing and planned adjacent development and contributes to Avon’s community image and character. • Policy C.1.1: Regularly update and enhance the Avon land use regulations and District Master Plans for innovative design approaches and positive development outcomes. • Policy C.1.2: Ensure compatible architectural features between adjacent buildings. • Policy C.1.3: Design four sided architecture that maximizes solar exposure, protects views, and breaks up building bulk. • Policy C.1.4: Extend Town Center urban design principles to appropriate adjacent Districts. • Goal C.2: Create community gateways and streetscapes that reflect and strengthen Avon’s unique community character and image. • Policy C.2.1: Beautify the Town with landscaping and public art. • Goal C.3: Enhance existing cultural and heritage facilities, events, and programs that strengthen Avon’s community character and image. • Policy C.3.2: Support and promote cultural activities such as theater, concerts in the park, school activities, festivals and special events. • Policy C.3.3: Maintain the existing heritage of the community and reflect that heritage in new development. • Policy C.3.4: Encourage development of civic and recreational amenities that benefit all neighborhoods. • Goal D.1: Ensure that there is a positive environment for small businesses. • Policy D.1.3: Encourage small business incubators to support local entrepreneurs. • Goal D.2: Promote high quality Town investments. • Policy D.2.1: Prioritize the Capital Improvement Plan to support key public facilities and catalyze private sector projects. • Policy D.2.3: Encourage private investment in Avon through innovative investment tools and partnerships. • Policy D.2.4: Support relocation for businesses that offer quality jobs for local residents. • Goal D.3: Increase the number of visitors to Avon by enhancing the year-round mountain resort community. ATTACHMENT B 10 | Development Framework Review • Policy D.3.2: Capitalize on recreational and cultural assets and heritage. Facilitate the creation of new cultural and recreational attractions. • Policy D.3.9: Expand the schedule and variety of events throughout the year. HOUSING• Goal E.1: Achieve a diverse range of housing densities, styles, and types, including rental and for sale, to serve all segments of the population. • Policy E.2.5 Consider providing Town revenues in desirable housing projects. MULTI-MODAL TRANSPORTATION & PARKING• Goal F.1: Create an integrated multi-modal transportation system that minimizes dependence on automobile travel within the Town by making it easier and more inviting to use transit, walk, ride bicycles, and utilize other non-motorized vehicles. • Policy F.1.1: Develop a multi-modal transportation plan and encourage development proposals to use it in their plans. • Goal F.3: Encourage a “park once/shop many” environment. MASTER PLAN FOR HARRY A. NOTTINGHAM PARK 2008 This document is intended to provide direction for the future of Harry A. Nottingham Park over a five to 15 year time frame. The major trends and factors that highlighted a need for this master plan included changes in demographics and development patterns, increase in number of year-round residents, aging facilities, and introducing additional programming in under- utilized parts of the park. The strategic objectives updated for this park plan include: • Enhance and preserve the openness of the park; • Celebrate the lake as the centerpiece of the park; • Create more prominent gateways into the park; • Policy F.3.1: Implement a parking management plan. Consider eliminating minimum parking standards in strategic areas as a way to create and incentivize redevelopment. • Policy F.3.2: Design roads to disperse traffic in community centers. • Policy F.3.7: Ensure parking facilities are easily accessible by pedestrian connections and have minimal visual impacts. ENVIRONMENT• Goal G.4: Conserve environmental resources. • Policy G.4.2: Support regional and local recycling and compost facilities and programs. PARKS, RECREATION, TRAILS, & OPEN SPACE • Goal H.1: Provide an exceptional system of parks, trails, and recreational programs to serve the year- round needs of area residents and visitors. PUBLIC SERVICES, FACILITIES, UTILITIES, & GOVERNMENT • Goal I.1: Ensure cost effective provision and development of public facilities and services. • Policy I.1.3: Encourage neighborhood and community-based childcare, senior care, and healthcare facilities. District 3 Nottingham Park: This District includes a park, town hall, library, elementary school, and the recreation center, and functions as a community activity center. Good pedestrian circulation through the area exists, but needs enhancement to respond to key future developments in the Town Center District and the Riverfront District. Views from the park and the Performance Pavilion are also key components to the District. An extension of Town Center urban design principles can provide needed consistency between districts. PLANNING PRINCIPLES:• Implement use and design principles from the 2017 Tract G planning effort’s recommendations. • Maintain flexible space for temporary concession facilities and provide a western anchor to the Main Street Pedestrian Mall. • Enhance the multi-modal connections between the municipal center and the park. • Develop parking associated with the expanded uses of the area’s Civic Campus. • Ensure passive activity spaces are preserved within Nottingham Park. • Preserve view corridors to Beaver Creek and the Main Street Pedestrian Mall. ATTACHMENT B 11 • Treat the park as a focal point for community activity and congregation; • Improve the passive open spaces in the park; and • Enhance the opportunities to appreciate the spectacular views. Ideas that are supported in this master plan effort include maintaining passive uses and not over-programming the park space (supporting trails, ice skating, volleyball and sledding), improving existing park facilities and amenities (playground, picnic facilities, and restrooms), and enabling more programming to support events within the park (amphitheater). RECREATION CENTER EXPANSION AND RENOVATION FOR THE 2014 BALLOT 2014 The purpose of this report was to summarize the Town Council’s work sessions, communicate key findings from the community survey, and compile estimated costs for the expansion, renovation, and parking. In addition, operation and maintenance costs as well as revenue projections provide another layer of forward-thinking data. The final goal of this report was for Town Council to have enough research and information to secure a place on the November 2014 ballot for this issue. The proposed Recreation Center expansion included an expansion of 32,725 square feet to house an indoor sports areas and a multi- use community center to include additional space for activities such as basketball, yoga and fitness classes, increased area for cardio/ weights and space for special events (birthday parties, film or writer’s festivals). In addition, the study included an ice rink/ activity center. The plan included an allocation of parking broken out into 84 spaces in the south lot, 87 spaces on Lake Street and 38 spaces on Benchmark Road, South of the Seasons Building. This report has informed the future expansion potential of the Recreation Center indicated in this Development Strategies report. PLANNING REVIEW AND UPDATE: NOTTINGHAM PARK MASTER PLAN, SWIFT GULCH MASTER PLAN, LOT 5 DEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR THE TOWN OF AVON 2015 This planning effort focused on developing master plan studies for three of the town-owned properties- Tract G, Swift Gulch and Lot 5. The process started with reviewing past plans, a public outreach and Town Council review, and preparation of the parcel plans. Concepts and options evaluated for each site are included in this report. The over-arching intent was to study the feasibility and community support for moving, renovating or rebuilding Town Hall. The plan led to the decision to purchase the Sheraton Mountain Vista Office Building for Town services, welcome center, performance space and temporary business spaces to be relocated in 2018. ATTACHMENT B 12 | Development Framework Review FIVE YEAR CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PLAN 2017-2021 2017 The 2017 Adopted Budget, 2018 Proposed Budget, and the Five Year Capital Improvements Plan 2017-2021 outlines and prioritizes the town’s upcoming expenditures for services, resources, and improvement projects. The CIP will be supported in future updates with the planning process underway with the development strategies. The plan document includes a summary of the 2017-2018 Strategic Plan. SUPPORT A STRONG COMMUNITY, BUILDING ON STRENGTHS AS A YEAR- ROUND MOUNTAIN RESORT COMMUNITY The Town will continue to value and support our community through a strong and diverse economy, attentive to business retention and proactive partnering with the private sector to expand Avon’s retail and commercial base. The Town’s commitment to planning for future growth; openness to new community development trends; and, recognition of private property interests and the costs of doing business with the Town, sets forth a dynamic relationship for the successful construction of the built environment and business growth. Current challenges include: A shortage of affordable local housing for workers and seniors - few housing ownership opportunities - changing demographics of the ski industry and increased competition. This priority includes action items to invest in multi-modal improvements, work towards local housing attainability goals, and prepare this development strategies study. PRESERVE & ENHANCE THE NATURAL ENVIRONMENT Maintaining a strong foundation for the stewardship of Avon’s natural resources is a top commitment by the Town. Avon will promote sustainability through the funding of programs and projects to protect the Town’s and the regions clean waters and clean air. Priorities include supporting the Climate Action Plan for the Eagle County Community, amending the town’s landscape code for vegetation replacement, water use reduction, promote healthy tree canopy/town forest, and reduce waste. DEVELOP INCLUSIVE & DIVERSE ECONOMIC, EDUCATIONAL & CULTURAL OPPORTUNITIES The importance of vibrancy and activity within the Town will be supported by partnering with existing special events and attracting an array of new and diverse cultural, educational and recreational events to Avon, which meet the Town’s brand and are in concert with the values of our community and serve to nurture a cohesive sense of place and public. Current challenges include: Identifying and nurturing a diverse and sustainable year- round schedule of cultural events - summer revenue, when measured by sales tax, lags winter receipts. This priority includes pursuit of a new playground at Harry A. Nottingham Park, continued programming of community events at the Performance Pavilion and Pedestrian Mall, implementation of the Avon Recreational Trails Plan, pursuit of a Colorado Creative Arts District designation, and more to further improve the artistic and cultural aspects of the Town. PROVIDE A RESPONSIVE, CUTTING-EDGE & EFFECTIVE GOVERNMENT Ensure that Town government is managed and operated as a “competitive” business and in a manner which is client- focused and solution-oriented, meeting the highest standards of fiduciary responsibility, implementing best practices, and using Town resources effectively and efficiently in each department. Ensure the Avon Police Department is fully invested and highly successful as a community policing agency for the Town. Provide for the development of capital projects, which support the community- resort economy, and promote the Town brand through a five-year capital investment plan, utilizing appropriate funding mechanisms such as pay-as-you go, new mill levy and/or current tax receipt long-term debt. Support a work culture that is flexible, innovative and resilient to change. Priorities include completion of the new Town Hall, promote the Town of Avon, develop a dog park, improve pedestrian lighting in Nottingham Park, plan and budget for Lot 5, and more. ATTACHMENT B 13 CIVIC ENGAGEMENT SUMMARY CIVIC ENGAGEMENT METHODS Public open house digital keypad polling and an online survey were available to Avon residents to contribute feedback regarding their preferences for the town- owned properties as well as parking and mobility conditions. THE CIVIC ENGAGEMENT PARTICIPANTS About 90 percent of the online survey participants reported their age between 25 to 74 years. Within the age groups, participants were relatively evenly distributed. Ninety percent of survey participants report Avon as their primary residents and the majority have lived in Avon for 10 years or more. Most participants described their home as a single- family residence (23%) or a condominium (44%). The location PUBLIC OPEN HOUSE KEYPAD POLLING: • June 8, 2017 • 44 participants ONLINE SURVEY: • Available from April 28, 2017 to June 26, 2017 • 226 participants started the survey, 205 participants completed the survey in part or in full PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION • August 1, 2017 TOWN COUNCIL • August 22, 2017 of the participants’ residences were primarily in Avon’s Nottingham Park/ Sunridge/ Liftview/ Brookside areas (24%) and Avon’s Wildridge/ Wildwood areas (16%). A quarter of survey participants identified their residence to be elsewhere in Eagle County. Considering the digital keypad polling participants, Avon’s valley floor (61%) and elsewhere in Eagle County (23%) were popular answers. PARKING AND MOBILITY Survey results revealed community priorities for bicycle (59%), pedestrian (67%), and transit (55%) improvements with a reduced focus on parking (35%) and expanded road networks (16%). The most supported alternative modes of transportation ideas: bicycle and pedestrian improvements (71%), more frequent transit service (61%), and bike share. In contrast, passenger vehicle ideas were not as favored including car share programs (12%) and organized carpooling (2%). The online survey allowed participants to respond to questions by selecting areas on a map. Topics included: where parking is a problem, where participants typically park, where pedestrian and where cyclist facilities can be improved. Refer to appendix to review the maps. Survey participants were asked about the experience finding parking. On the west side of Avon, the answers were: easy (39%), sometimes difficult (40%), and difficult (20%). Parking is determined to be more convenient on the east side of Avon: easy (58%), sometimes difficult (33%), and difficult (8%). Survey participants were also asked about the quality of the pedestrian and cyclist experience one the west versus the east side of Avon. Generally, the west side of Avon is favored over the east side of Avon for walking and biking. Image of the public meeting on June 8, 2017. ATTACHMENT B 14 | Development Framework Review TRACT G For the Tract G site, survey participants were asked about preferences for: recreation, park elements, and land uses. Hahnewald Barn was also a topic as the structure could be re- purposed on the Tract G site. RECREATION Ice skating (65% moderate or high preference), trails (80% moderate or high preference), and a multi-use field (84% moderate or high preference) LAND USES Land use preferences include a recreation center expansion (77% moderate or high preference), food collective (70% moderate or high preference), a pavilion (76% moderate or high preference), and a library expansion (54% moderate or high preference). As an alternative to a food-specific collective, an art collective and a combination food and art collective are moderately favored. HAHNEWALD BARN Many survey participants prefer to re-purpose the barn on the Tract G site (42% high preference, 31% moderate preference, and 27% low preference). This prompted an additional study and design charrette to be launched regarding the Hahnewald Barn, resulting in a preferred site for the structure. were the top three recreation use ideas identified by the survey participants. PARK ELEMENTS The favored ideas for park elements include: picnic shelters (84% moderate or high preference), restrooms (90% moderate or high preference), and a game plaza (71% moderate or high preference). WILDRIDGE FIRE HOUSE The public polling results showed equal support for two ideas at the Wildridge Fire House. The first concept is to develop the entire building as first responder housing (45%) and the second concept is to maintain first responder housing units on the second floor with a community center on the first floor (47%). The online survey considered the same options for the Wildridge Fire House. Transitioning the existing building to all first responder housing (82% somewhat or strongly supportive) was slightly more favored than combining second floor housing with a first floor community center (74% somewhat or strongly supportive). SWIFT GULCH PARCELS The Swift Gulch Parcels currently function as Avon’s Transit Facility. 41% 16% 10% 39% 29% 58% 32% 47% 23% 35% 44% 24% 27% 37% 67% 26% 27% 18% SPLASH PAD/ POP JET PLAZA PICNIC SHELTERS RESTROOMS COMMUNITY FIRE RING GAME PLAZA FOR PING PONG, HORSESHOES, BOCCE, AND CHESS SCULPTURE GARDEN PARK ELEMENT PREFERECES Low Preferece Moderate Preference High Preference 10% 10% 8% 15% 33% 39% 49% 35% FIRST RESPONDER HOUSING WILDRIDGE COMMUNITY CENTER (1ST FLOOR) WILDRIDGE FIRE STATION Strongly Unsupportive Somewhat Unsupportive Somewhat Supportive Strongly Supportive PARK ELEMENT PREFERENCES WILDRIDGE FIRE HOUSE ATTACHMENT B 15 Public open house polling results support the idea of adding affordable and workforce housing (66%) as well as a transportation and transit hub (32%). When asked about the Swift Gulch Parcels on the online survey, 78 percent of participants were somewhat or strongly supportive of the idea to accommodate additional fleet storage. Write-in responses showed preferences for housing and trail access. PUBLIC WORKS SITE (LOT 5) Two ideas for Lot 5 were explored during the public open house and volleyball courts (23%), a community garden (19%), and a dog park (21%). The idea of a playground garnered less support. The online survey showed support for several ideas including: passive open space (90% somewhat or strongly supportive), active open space (68% somewhat or strongly supportive), community gardens (71% somewhat or strongly supportive), playground (61% somewhat or strongly supportive), and a pavilion (61% somewhat or strongly supportive). Other less popular ideas include recreation courts. digital polling. A recycling facility (41%) and worker housing above public offices (51%) were both considered favorable options. The online survey asked an open-ended question about the development ideas the community has for Lot 5. Some responses indicated a need for housing, snow storage and other storage, recycling drop-off, and parking. VILLAGE AT AVON: PARK SITE During the public open house digital polling, the Park Site was favored for open space with a multi-use field (26%), basketball VILLAGE AT AVON: SCHOOL SITE (LOT E) The temporary program at Lot E were generally evenly supported and include: open space (27%), community garden (18%), and a dog park (24%). The online survey revealed support for all three development concepts including open space (86% somewhat or strongly supportive), community gardens (78% somewhat or strongly supportive), a dog park (68% somewhat or strongly supportive). Civic engagement data results are found in the appendix of this document. 6% 8% 21% 8% 14% 11% 29% 35% 28% 57% 43% 40% OPEN SPACE WITH PASSIVE ELEMENTS LIKE LAWN AND TREES COMMUNITY GARDENS DOG PARK LOT E Strongly Unsupportive Somewhat Unsupportive Somewhat Supportive Strongly Supportive 41% 51% 7% RECYCLING FACILITY WORKER HOUSING ABOVE PUBLIC OFFICES OTHER PUBLIC WORKS SITE (LOT 5) VILLAGE AT AVON: SCHOOL SITE (LOT E) ATTACHMENT B ATTACHMENT B 17 TRACT G ATTACHMENT B 18 | Tract G OVERVIEW CURRENT USES - FACILITY AREA The existing facilities within Tract G includes the Avon Recreation Center, the Avon Library, Old Town Hall, 351 Benchmark Property (former fire station), and Main Street Pedestrian Mall. Town municipal services will be moved to the New Town Hall in 2018. Relocation of municipal services, and essential services moving to the Joint Public Facility in 2017, provides an opportunity to create other uses in this critical core parcel. CURRENT USES - HARRY A. NOTTINGHAM PARK The park is valued by the community for its open green space. The amenities within the park currently include: • Open space • Nottingham Lake for fishing, swimming, and stand-up paddle boarding • Two athletic fields • Children’s playground • Beach and swim area • Picnic tables • Barbecue grills • Recreational paths • Three tennis courts on the west end of the park CURRENT ZONING: facility and park AREA OF FACILITY: 46.88 acres TRACT G EXISTING CONDITIONS Avon Performance Pavilion Old Town Hall • Two basketball courts on the west end of the park • Four pickleball courts • Softball field on the west end of the park • Two sand volleyball courts • Renovated restroom facility • Avon Performance Pavilion that includes a 25’x 45’ stage, a large deck over the lake, and a green room available for rental • Early morning hour dog park SITE DESCRIPTION Tract G represents the civic core of the Town of Avon. The topography at the site is mostly level with no natural steep slope areas. Great views towards Beaver Creek Resort are found throughout the park site. Nottingham Lake allows recreational access and a beach area. Nearby, at the Avon Waste Water Treatment Plant, the historic Hahnewald Barn is slated to be demolished by the spring of 2019. The Hahnewald Barn was fully evaluated during the planning process, including various opportunities for relocating the structure onto town -owned properties. The future of the Hahnewald Barn is being evaluated for relocation to the park on the Old Town Hall site. ATTACHMENT B 19 U S HWY 6 S W I F T GU L C H R D NOTTINGHAMRD W BEAVERCREEKBLVD BUCKCREEKRDAVONRDRIVERFRONTLN CHAPELPL MILLIESLN B E A V E R CREEKBLVDBEN C H M A R K R D BE N CHMARKRDSUNRD BEAV ER C REE K PLAVONRDLAKESTPLAZAWAYEagle River Nottingham Lake Eagle Riv e r Eagle River TRACT G ZONING Park area Public facility area ATTACHMENT B 20 | Tract G EXISTING CONDITIONS 0’N 100’200’400’ I-70 NOTTINGHAM LAKE EAGLE RI V E R TRAILS AND SIDEWALKS BASKETBALL COURTS BASEBALL DIAMOND PLAYING FIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL LIBRARY RECREATION CENTER SHERATON HOTEL NEW TOWN HALL (2018) AVON PERFORMANCE PAVILION RAIL R O A D RIGH T - O F - W A Y POST OFFICE COMFORT INN AVON CENTER BASKETBALL COURT BEACH SAND VOLLEYBALL COURT SOCCER FIELD OLD TOWN HALL PUBLIC WORKS TENNIS COURTS 351 BENCHMARK PROPERTY ATTACHMENT B 21 DEVELOPMENT CONCEPT The Tract G site can accommodate a mix of cultural, recreational and new economic activities and facilities. CULTURAL/ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CIVIC FACILITIES Tract G offers the potential to infuse cultural and new economic opportunities through mixed use facility development. Mixed uses are possible through the re- purposing of the 351 Benchmark Property and Cabin, relocation or re-purposing of the Public Works garage, and potential relocation of the Hahnewald Barn. The 351 Benchmark Property can be renovated, expanded or replaced with a larger cultural, educational and entrepreneurial facility. The Hahnewald Barn uses will be integral to the full spectrum of uses at the 351 Benchmark Property and Performance Pavilion. The Old Town Hall will be demolished to accommodate the relocation of the Hahnewald Barn. The geographic area for these facilities is recognized as a high value location, with unmatched views and proximity to the Eagle River, Nottingham Park, the lake and the many lodging properties. The Town Council has adopted a goal to become one of Colorado’s Creative Districts. A certified Creative District delineates a defined area to attract artists and creative entrepreneurs, which then is attractive to residents, visitors and private businesses. Envisioned uses planned among the facilities include a combination of spaces from working studios, learning center, educational classrooms, including but not limited to culinary, master classes, business start-ups, in-residence housing, indoor performance space, private event space, such as for weddings, and support for the Avon Performance Pavilion, including additional green room space. The affiliated needs for additional restrooms, a small parks equipment storage space, and interface onto the adjoining soccer field will be planned. The next steps require continued public input to determine the demand for the spaces and placement of the various uses among the facilities, including the degree of flexibility in multi-use development. Discussion with the Library Board, including the potential for expansion south of the existing structure and interface with multi-use facility development should be pursued. Expansion of the Recreation Center, described below, should be included in the facilities mixed- uses determinations. ATTACHMENT B 22 | Tract G 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 LEGEND Existing Basketball/ Tennis Courts Multi-Purpose Field Beginner Pump Track Beach/Sand Volleyball Restroom (at beach) Playground Performance Pavilion Ice Rink/Game Plaza Hahnewald Barn Park Landscape Improvements Recreation Center Expansion Splash Pad Plaza Multi-Use Building(s) Library Expansion New Surface Parking Art/Culinary Collective / Public Open Space / Soft Programming Proposed Pickleball Courts RECREATIONAL DEVELOPMENT HARRY A. NOTTINGHAM PARK Beginning with the existing park environment, Harry A. Nottingham Park will maintain much of its current use patterns, such as passive recreational trails, lake access, playground, beach, field/court facilities and more. Future improvements will include park upgrades including improved landscaping, additional restrooms and more surface parking. It is important in the future to activate and attract residents from the southwest corner of the park. A beginner/ kids’ pump track can be accommodated on the south west portion of the site along with a multi-use field. Interim uses can be accommodated on the site, including parking or expanded lawn space. Providing for an expanded skating rink, to meet the interests of various skaters, and to extend the skating season, a chilled outdoor ice skating rink can be located in proximity to the facilities planned. The ice rink can support a game plaza, gathering space or area for festival tents and vendors, during warmer months. RECREATION CENTER EXPANSION A proposal brought forward in 2014, identified the program needs for expansion of the Recreation Center. From the program needs work, the Recreation Center benefited from upgrades and renovations to accommodate the growing user demands. As the Recreation Center reaches capacity, primary for building expansion is the need for indoor sports areas and a multi-use community spaces for activities such as basketball, yoga and fitness classes, increased room for cardio/weights, and multi-use space for special events, such as birthday parties. The feasibility of the inclusion of a regulation-size swimming pool, with an indoor/outdoor relationship requires more study. The recreation expansion plan also includes the concept of a splash pad or water play facility. This is located in the front of the recreation center, activating the space between the Recreation Center and the park, while consolidating management and operations/maintenance of the facility. During off-seasons, the space can function as an activity plaza. Recreation Center ATTACHMENT B 23 PROPOSED CONCEPT PLAN 76 Spac e s 116 S p a c e s EAGLE RIVER 70 S p a c e s35 Spaces25 Spaces14 Spa c e s 14 Spaces37 Spaces 50 Ground Level Spaces Propos e d Hi g h A m e n i t y Bicycle/ P e d e s t ri a n F a c ili t y I-70 NOTTINGHAM LAKE 2 2 1 4 11 13 16 14 9 12 8 3 5 15 15 10 17 6 7 22 Spaces On-Stre e t P a r k i n g ATTACHMENT B 24 | Tract G PHASING AND FUNDING PHASE 1 Facility Planning In 2018, the planning of the 351 Benchmark Property, Hahnewald Barn, Recreation Center Expansion, and the outdoor skating/game plaza will be planned, including the identification of multi-uses and schematic to construction documents. With strong civic engagement outreach, the integration of recreational, cultural and economic development in this important geographical area in the Town of Avon can be maximized for a unique “center” in the Vail Valley. Old Town Hall Demolition Relocation of the Hahnewald Barn necessitates the demolition of Old Town Hall. Depending on the timing of the Barn relocation, the demolition can be delayed. Interim uses of the building, in that event, can be considered, with limited to no investment by the Town. Beach Restrooms A concrete pad located near the Harry A. Nottingham Park beach will serve as a stable landing area for temporary restroom facilities. In future phases, this concrete surface will be enhanced with permanent facilities. High-Voltage Hook Ups and Performer Coach Parking To accommodate visiting performers, high-voltage hook ups and coach parking will provide adequate greenroom space for artists traveling with large coaches. Additional Parking Additional surface parking of 66 spaces to be added along West Benchmark Road Landscape Enhancements Park landscape enhancements are intended to improve the qualities of the existing park through more defined planting, user amenities and art. Pump Track Construction The pump track on the southern park parcel will provide a bike riding amenity and Avon youth training structure. PHASE 2 Finalization of facility development costs and prioritization of facility phased development. FUNDING The adopted 2018 Capital Project Fund has $2,500,000 in reserve for the development of the Town- Owned Properties, upon adoption of the Development Strategies. These monies are available for planning and project development. Additional monies may be appropriated by the Town Council. Urban Renewal Fund surpluses, if any, may also be considered through the term of the current District Plan. Bonding for major capital construction will be required for project costs beyond this reserve. ATTACHMENT B 25 PARKING PARKING The Old Town Hall will incur a net loss of parking spaces with the reuse of the site, however, the current use of the site will also relocate. Adding parking to West Benchmark Road between Lake Street and Avon Station, will add 70 new parking spaces to the West Town Center Core. Over time, it is proposed to relocate the parking that exists between the Recreation Center and the 351 Benchmark Property Parking Summary Existing Proposed Net Change Hahnewald Barn 85 116 +31 Lake Street 38 49 +11 Recreation Center 80 50 (30) Mikaela Way/Recreation Center 0 14 +14 351 Benchmark/Front of Recreation Center 43 0 (43) W. Beaver Creek 30 30 0 Library 25 25 0 New Town Hall 37 37 0 W. Benchmark Road 14 84 +70 Total Net Change 53 Parking Demand Parking Rate/KSF Non-Auto Mode Parking Demand Recreation Center Expansion 32.7 KSF 3.2 10%94 Ice Rink 24.6 KSF 0.58 10%13 Total Net Change 107 in order to strengthen the pedestrian connection, vitality, form and place-making of the mall and its connection to Harry A. Nottingham Park. Parking should be relocated incrementally during adjacent development activities. The Recreation Center expansion will occur in the location of the existing parking lot. Expansion studies may include first floor structured parking, which remains necessary to accommodate guest parking. Harry A. Nottingham Park will continue to be served by surrounding parking. The existing lot of 19 spaces to the north of the park has been supplemented with on-street parking during the summer season of 2017. In addition, 72 spaces are available at Avon Elementary School on weekends and non-peak school times. Special event parking will require continued coordination with individual private property owners through shuttling from locations such as Traer Creek Plaza, to allowing parking during non-business hours at establishments like US Bank, First Bank, Beaver Creek Bear Lots (overflow), and more. ATTACHMENT B 26 | Tract G TRAIL HIERARCHY TRAILS The main walking circuit around the lake is well loved and used. User input during this planning process indicated excitement over the existing trail resources and a desire to maintain and improve the recreational opportunities afforded with trail connections in this part of town. This connection should be enhanced in the future, considering user experience, heightened landscape planting, and user amenities such as benches, shade shelters, lighting, signage, art, and recreational opportunities. Within the park, efforts to standardize and highlight through signage and/ or markings the distance traveled should be made with 1/4 mile increments. The Pedestrian Mall, as well as the Park Promenade also serve to enhance the user experience of moving through the Tract G site. The main pedestrian routes should be wide in order to accommodate multiple users, with a suggested ten foot minimum loop trail and a ten foot or greater promenade trail to accommodate events and vendors. Local connections are called out as secondary trails and are vital in moving residents through Avon. The trails must be scaled appropriate to the user groups. Shared bicycle and pedestrian paved paths should be a minimum of ten feet in width, while pedestrian-only secondary paths can be reduced to between four and six feet as appropriate to the context of the trail or pathway. The Eagle Valley Trail lies to the south of the Tract G parcel, and future efforts should be made to strengthen to connection from Tract G to the regional trail. LEGEND Primary Trail Network Secondary Trail Network Future Connection LAKE L O O P T R A I L PEDE S T R I A N M A L L PRO M E N A D E ATTACHMENT B 27 ACTIVE AND PASSIVE ZONES ACTIVE AND PASSIVE ZONES Five active zones are planned throughout Tract G. The major zones of activity include the multi- purpose field and tennis courts to the west, the beach are to the north of Nottingham Lake, the playground along Lake Street, the ice rink and game plaza, and the splash pad and multi-use civic space for soft programming to the east of Lake Street. The passive areas stitch together the concept including the pedestrian mall to the east and the open space in the park. Community members value a quiet buffer at the north edge of the park because of the close proximity to residences. LEGEND Active areas Passive areas ATTACHMENT B ATTACHMENT B 29 WILDRIDGE FIRE HOUSE ATTACHMENT B Photos: Town of Avon to Vail Daily, Mar. 10, 2017 30 | Wildridge Fire House OVERVIEW CURRENT USES The Wildridge Fire House currently accommodates two rental apartments on the upper floor, storage on the main level of the building, and a small pocket park. The existing structure totals 3,895 square feet and includes two floors and a loft. The building is owned by the Town of Avon. An adjacent pocket park is designed for 5 to 12 year-old children. It includes a play area, swings, basketball court, picnic area, restrooms and limited parking. The neighbors report that they frequently use the park. SITE DESCRIPTION The Wildridge Fire House is a relatively small parcel, accessed by winding roads along the steep slopes of the Wildridge neighborhood. The Wildridge neighborhood does not permit on-street parking, nor does it offer sidewalks. Thus, pedestrians must utilize the streets and roads to access the small pocket park at this site. The streets are generally not busy and only accessed by residents. Existing Wildridge Fire House Existing Wildridge Pocket Park CURRENT ZONING: planned unit development AREA OF PARCEL: 0.62 acres DEVELOPMENT CONCEPT EMPLOYEE HOUSING The future use of the Wildridge Fire House should be to renovate the interior for additional employee housing units, and maintain the existing pocket park. Approximately 1,660 square feet of ground level space would be renovated into employee housing at $300-$350/square feet. The exterior of the structure will also require renovations. Funding for the conversion of the fire station to employee housing could come from Revenue Bonds supported by rents with funding from the Town’s Affordable Housing Fund or Capital Projects Fund as may be needed. WILDRIDGE FIRE HOUSE ZONING Planned Unit Development WWILDWOODRD BEAVER CREEK PT WILDRIDGERDOLDTRAIL RDBEARTRAPRDF O X LN LONGSPURSADDLERI DG E L O O P D R A W SPURWILDRIDGE RDMETCALFRDWILDWO O D R D OL D T R A I L R D Eagle River Nottingham Lake Eagle R i v e r Eagle River WILDRIDGE FIRE HOUSE EXISTING CONDITIONS ATTACHMENT B 31 EXISTING CONDITIONS 815081408130812081108160 8100809081708180 80808 1 9 0 8070820080608050804080308020 801 081608140 8150 81308170 81 70 WILDRIDGE RD OLD TRAIL R D SADDLE RIDGE LOOPWILDRIDGE RD0’N 25’50’100’TRAILS AND SIDEWALKSATTACHMENT B ATTACHMENT B 33 SWIFT GULCH PARCELS ATTACHMENT B 34 | Swift Gulch Parcels OVERVIEW CURRENT USES In addition to the Transit Barn, the site currently contains a modular building which is in fair condition, and that is currently leased to the Upper Eagle River Sanitation District. SITE DESCRIPTION The Swift Gulch parcels are located above the bus barn in a protected box canyon surrounded by open space, with generous separation from the I-70 corridor. Much of the east and western portions of the site are steep. The topography leaves only the central areas of the site as viable future building locations. SWIFT GULCH ZONING SWIFT GULCH EXISTING CONDITIONS Public Facility CURRENT ZONING: public facility AREA OF PARCEL: 25.32 acres DEVELOPABLE AREA: 4 acres SW I F T G U L C H R D HURDLN BUCKCREEKRD AVONRDCHAPELPL B E A V E R CREEKBLVD BENCHMARKRDSUNRD BE A V ER C R EE K PLAVONRDPLAZAW AYEagle River Nottingham Lake Eagle River Eagle River Existing facility at Swift Gulch parcels DEVELOPMENT CONCEPT TRANSPORTATION OPERATIONS The Swift Gulch site should be retained and prioritized for the long term needs of the Town of Avon and regional transportation operations and storage, building division facility needs, workforce housing and/or parking. The specific development program will be determined in the future. ATTACHMENT B 35 EXISTING CONDITIONS 767076607680 7650 7640 7630 7620 7 6 1 0 7600 759 0 7 5 8 0 757 0 756 0 7550 754 0 7530 752 0 751 0 7690770077 1 077207730 7 5 0 0 7740749 0 781078 207830748 0 78407850 7750 78607870 78807760 7890 7900 7 7 7 0 79107 9207 780 7930 7790780 0 794079507 4 70 796079707980799080008 0 1080208 0 3 0 80 4 080 50 7890 77 0 0 77907 9 5 0 7940 7880 77 6 0 77808010768076407930 7550 7720 77907780799 0 775078 1 0 7900 79807770 7860 7500 7490 77607910 77407950 77707740 7960782 0 78 3 0 7 8 7 0 7690 7710 77707940 7 840 7850 7920 77507760780 07730 7970SW I F T G U L C H R D BEAVER C R E E K PL BEAV E R C R E E K B L V D E B E A V E R C R E E K B L V D C H A P E L P LBENCHMARK RD 0’N 100’200’400’ I-70 TR A I L S A N D S I D E W A L K S AREA UNDER CONSIDERATION(APPROX 4 AC) ATTACHMENT B ATTACHMENT B 37 PUBLIC WORKS SITE (LOT 5) ATTACHMENT B 38 | Public Works Site (Lot 5) OVERVIEW CURRENT USES The Public Works site (Lot 5) currently serves as a location for snow storage and material/ equipment storage for public works. SITE DESCRIPTION The Public Works site parcel is tucked on the east side of Avon, adjacent to the Home Depot store. This wedge-shaped parcel is bordered by the railroad tracks and the Eagle River to the south, a steep embankment to I-70 to the northeast, and the shopping center to the west. CURRENT ZONING: planned unit development - public facility AREA OF PARCEL: 4.03 acres Photo courtesy of Aubree Dallas, the Aspen Times, August 24, 2014. DEVELOPMENT CONCEPT PUBLIC WORKS The Public Works site will be developed into a future consolidated Public Works facility. The Town has identified a need for facilities including a covered truck and equipment garage, enclosed storage, parks storage, heated garage, and multi-use buildings that will house public works offices on the first floor and employee housing units on the second floor. The offices for public works, with employee housing on the upper floor will use approximately one-third of the site, while snow storage, regional recycling center, vehicle/ equipment garages and storage yard will use the remainder of the site PUBLIC WORKS SITE ZONING RECYCLING FACILITY EXAMPLE Public Facility PO ST BLV D YODERAVE NOTTINGHAMRANCHRDFAWCETTRD U S HWY 6 POSTBLVDEagle River Nottingham Lake Eagle Riv e r Eagle River ATTACHMENT B 39 EXISTING CONDITIONS 0’N 50’100’200’ ATTACHMENT B 40 | Public Works Site (Lot 5) PHASING AND FUNDING PHASE 1 Recycling Drop-Off Station The regional recycling station that is currently located across the railroad tracks can be co-located with these other public works facilities. PHASE 2 Covered Garage This facility will be large enough for items like cinder, ice slicers, and front-end loaders. Enclosed Storage This element will house traffic control devices, culverts, and power washer tools. Heated Garage The heated garage will accommodate a variety of equipment maintenance activities within the comfort of a climate- controlled facility. Parks Storage A storage area for the Parks Department can accommodate equipment and materials. PHASE 3 Multi-Use Building This facility will house the public works offices on the first floor and employee housing units on the second floor. The building is estimated to be approximately 5,200 square feet. 1 2 3 LEGEND Covered Garage Cinder, ice slicer storage front end loaders Enclosed Storage Traffic control devices, culvert, power washer tools Equipment Wash Pad Parks Storage Equipment and Materials Recycling Drop-off Snow Storage Heated Garage Plows, street sweepers Multi-Use Building Administration offices, and employee housing above 4 5 6 7 8 PLAN ON FACING PAGE ADAPTED FROM “PLANNING REVIEW AND UPDATE NOTTINGHAM PARK MASTER PLAN, SWIFT GULCH MASTER PLAN, LOT 5 DEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR THE TOWN OF AVON,” NOVEMBER 16, 2015, STAN CLAUSON ASSOCIATES INC. FUNDING Phase 1 anticipates a partnership with Eagle County for the physical facility construction of the recycling station. Phases 2 and 3 will require the Town to follow a design, pricing, and contractor bid process and to establish a reserve fund in the Capital Projects Fund in order to fund the project as pay-as-you-go with long-term debt. ATTACHMENT B 41 PROPOSED CONCEPT PLAN Home Depot Eagle River Presbyterian Church I-7 0 W B I-7 0 E B Parking 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 0’N 40’80’160’ ATTACHMENT B ATTACHMENT B 43 VILLAGE AT AVON: PARK SITE ATTACHMENT B 44 | Village at Avon: Park Site OVERVIEW CURRENT USES The Village at Avon PUD includes a parcel dedicated to the Town of Avon for a park. While it is currently vacant, it will one day be surrounded by residential units. The park will serve as an important amenity for the east side of town. SITE DESCRIPTION The Park Site parcel can be graded specific to future uses. A steep embankment to the north of the site vertically separates the parcel from the noise and visibility of the I-70 corridor. DEVELOPMENT CONCEPT NEIGHBORHOOD PARK The park will include mostly passive uses such as walking and lawn activities. PHASING The park should be constructed after at least one of the adjacent parcels is developed. Interim uses that can occur on this site includes disc golf and a dog park. This is a neighborhood park that will serve the new neighborhood in the future. CURRENT ZONING: planned unit development - community facilities AREA OF PARCEL: 4.1 acres PARK SITE ZONING Community Facility SWIFT GULCH RD EBEAVERCREEKBLVD HURDLN E A GLEBENDDR YODERAVE CHAPELPL FAWCETTRDB E A V E R CREEKBLVD U S H W Y 6 BE N CHMARKRD BEA VER C REEKPLSTONEBRIDGEDRPLAZAWAYPOSTBLVD31 4 2 5 10 13 14 31 12 27 Eagle River Nottingham Lake Eagle R i v e r Eagle River FUNDING Funding to build the park would most likely come from future Capital Projects Fund, after residential development occurs on at least one adjacent site. ATTACHMENT B 45 EXISTING CONDITIONS 7 5 1 0750075 6 0 75 2 0 755 0 7530 7540 757 0 75 8 0 74 9 0 759 0 760 0 74 8 0 7610 7620 763 0 7640 7650 74707480 7490 7600 75 4 0 7470 E B E A V E R C R E E K B L V D 0’N 50’100’200’ AREA OF STEEP SLOPES ATTACHMENT B 46 | Village at Avon: Park Site PROPOSED CONCEPT PLAN 0’N 40’80’160’ E a s t B e a v e r C r e e k B o u l e v a r d FUTURE HOUSING FUTURE HOUSING 6 7 8 1 2 3 4 5 LEGEND Lawn Sledding Hill Landscape Buffer Park Entrance Park Walking Path Shade Structure Benches Entrance Road and Parking Lot 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 ATTACHMENT B 47 PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK ATTACHMENT B ATTACHMENT B 49 VILLAGE AT AVON: SCHOOL SITE (LOT E) ATTACHMENT B 50 | Village at Avon: School Site (Lot E) OVERVIEW CURRENT USES The School Site (Lot E) is part of the Village at Avon PUD and is a parcel dedicated to the Town of Avon as a school site. It is a long, narrow parcel located southwest of the roundabout at East Beaver Creek Boulevard and Post Boulevard. The School Site parcel is at the gateway of a major shopping center that includes Walmart, Home Depot, and the Traer Creek Plaza. SITE DESCRIPTION The site is mostly flat with limited vegetation along Post Boulevard. The north is bordered by East Beaver Creek Boulevard, the east is bounded by Post Boulevard, and railroad tracks follow the southern boundary. A neighborhood of single-family homes is located just south of the railroad tracks. Future development is planned to occur to the north and west of the site. DEVELOPMENT CONCEPT The School Site shall be retained for future school development. In the interim, uses that can be quickly removed and require minimal funding may CURRENT ZONING: planned unit development - school AREA OF PARCEL: 3.53 acres be considered. Funding for the interim uses may included community fundraising. The following list offers some opportunities prior to school development. COMMUNITY GARDEN A community garden is an ideal space for local neighbors to come together to grow their own vegetables and cut flowers. This facility is suitable for people who do not have a yard on their personal property, don’t have adequate access to sunlight, lack quality soils at their home, or simply want an activity to engage with their neighbors. A community garden on the School Site could be provided as an interim community use until the time that a school would be built on the site. DOG PARK A dog park provides a safe place for dog owners to allow their pets to run off-leash and interact with other dogs. A dog park can be accommodated on the School Site until the time that a school is built, as intended. SCHOOL SITE ZONING SWIFT GULCH RD EBEAVERCREEKBLVD HURDLN E A G LEBENDDR YODERAVE CHAPELPL FAWCETTRDBEAVERCREEKBLVD U S H W Y 6 BENCHMARKRDBEAVERCREEKPL STONEBRIDGEDRPLAZAWAYPOSTBLVD31 4 2 5 10 13 14 31 12 27 Eagle River Nottingham Lake Eagle R i v e r Eagle River School PARKING LOT A small parking lot can be accommodated on the site, providing spaces for approximately 13 vehicles. ATTACHMENT B 51 EXISTING CONDITIONS 75207530 7510 7540 7500 74 9 0 7480 75507470 7500 7490 7520 75 1 0 7500 75307510750 0 7520 7470 7 4 7 0 FAWCETT RDPOST BLVDEAG L E B E N D D R E BE A V E R C R E E K BLVD YODE R A V E NOTTINGHAM R A N C H R DPOST BLVDFAWCETT RD 0’N 50’100’200’ Traer Creek Plaza Railr o a d R i g h t o f w a y high p r e s s u r e g a s d i s t r i b u t i o n i n f r a s t r u c t u r e EXISTING UTILITY AREA, DO NOT DISTURB ATTACHMENT B 52 | Village at Avon: School Site (Lot E) PHASING AND FUNDING 1 2 3 LEGEND Dog Park Fenced, off-leash dog run area; 1 acre large dog area and separate small dog area with paths and seating Community Garden Raised-bed vegetable garden growing area and orchard Community Garden Storage Storage shed and outdoor material storage area Community Garden Gathering Space Three picnic tables for socializing and resting Orchard Landscape Buffer Parking (existing) 4 5 6 7 The School Site shall be retained for future school development. In the interim, uses that can be quickly removed and require minimal funding may be considered. Funding for the interim uses may included community fundraising. The following list offers some opportunities prior to school development. PHASE 1 Dog Park Install fencing, gates and vegetation buffers for shade. Community Garden Construct raised garden beds with quality soils and adequate spacing for circulation. Install an irrigation system. Provide space for tool and material storage. Parking A parking lot will be graded and improved with gravel. FUNDING Funding sources for the dog park and community garden could be General Fund monies or Capital Improvement Reserves. A membership fee to participate in the community garden would cover Avon staff costs for maintenance, trash removal, watering, etc. Community garden concept Dog park concept ATTACHMENT B 53 PROPOSED CONCEPT PLAN high p r e s s u r e g a s d i s t r i b u t i o n i n f r a s t r u c t u r e EAST B E A V E R C R E E K B O U L E V A R D EA G L E B E N D D R I V E RAIL R O A D R I G H T O F W A Y Traer Creek Plaza 1 2 3 4 5 7 6 POST BOULEVARD 0’N 40’80’160’ ATTACHMENT B ATTACHMENT B 55 WILDWOOD PROPERTIES ATTACHMENT B 56 | Wildwood Properties OVERVIEW CURRENT ZONING: planned unit development AREA OF PARCEL (EAST): 10.77 acres AREA OF PARCEL (WEST): 0.84 acres CURRENT USES The Wildwood Properties parcels are town-owned properties along Wildwood Road. The east parcel (Tract N) currently utilizes a one- story metal structure for overflow equipment storage for Public Works services. The west parcel (Tract Q) is undeveloped. SITE DESCRIPTION This sites are located in the Wildridge Subdivision. Much of the east lot is encumbered by steep slopes, reducing the amount of developable land to less than 1/2 acre at the southeast corner of the site where existing public works overflow storage is currently located. This developable site is south facing. An overhead transmission line passes over the developable area and just to the south of it. This may have a further negative impact on development plans for the site. Similarly, the west parcel is also encumbered by slopes and the transmission line. DEVELOPMENT CONCEPT EMPLOYEE HOUSING The location of this site can accommodate local housing in scale with surrounding residential development patterns. There is also potential for the site to serve as a trailhead. FUNDING Since the Town owns the land, it is likely that the employee housing would be for rent (not for sale). Funding sources could include the Avon Housing Fund and Housing Revenue Bonds. WILDWOOD PROPERTIES ZONING DETAIL AERIAL OF DEVELOPMENT AREA Planned Unit Development WWILDWOODR D BEAVER CREEK PT WILDRIDGERDO LDTRA IL RDBEARTRAPRDF O XLN LONGSPURSADDLERI D G E L O O P D R A W SPURWILDRIDGE RDMETCALFRDWILDWOO D R D OL D T R A I L R D Eagle River Nottingham Lake Eagle Rive r Eagle River Imagery ©2017 Google, Map data ©2017 Google United States 50 ft Avon Colorado Mostly Sunny · 63°F 9:11 AM Photos Avon Page 1 of 2Avon - Google Maps 7/18/2017https://www.google.com/maps/place/Avon,+CO/@39.653292,-106.5327057,141m/data=!3... ATTACHMENT B 57METCALF RDW W ILDWOOD RD WILD W O O D RDWILDRIDGE RDWILDRIDGE RDEXISTING CONDITIONS 0’N 100’200’400’ ATTACHMENT B 58 | Wildwood Properties PROPOSED CONCEPT PLAN 0’N 100’200’400’ LEGEND Employee Housing Units Parking Tuck-Under Parking 1 1 2 3 1 2 3 ATTACHMENT B 59 PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK ATTACHMENT B ATTACHMENT B 61 CONCLUSION ATTACHMENT B 62 | Conclusion CONCLUSION The Town of Avon owns several parcels of land throughout the community. The Town Council wants to ensure that the land will be an asset to the community in the future, providing vibrancy as well as needed services. A Development Strategy was created for each parcel, following public input in the form of informational open houses, public meetings, on-line surveys and stakeholder meetings. Attributes for each parcel was analyzed relating to location, context, site characteristics, existing uses, and goals in the Comprehensive Plan. Understanding the overall potential and defined best use for each parcel, allows the Town to prioritize improvements on the parcels over time. In summary, the development strategy for each parcel is as follows: TRACT G This is a core community amenity. Improvements to Nottingham Park will enhance the experience but will keep the uses around the lake passive. Re-purposing the land currently occupied by the Old Town Hall and 351 Benchmark for recreational and community uses will create an amenitized edge to the park and provide an ice sheet for extended ice time and Expanding the recreation center, creating an arts/entrepreneurial/ educational center and/or other civic amenity, and adding restrooms, will provide a variety of activities for residents and visitors. Adding surface parking spaces along Benchmark Road and Lake St will be appreciated. Improvements to this large parcel are likely to be phased over 5 – 10 years. WILDRIDGE FIRE HOUSE There is a good opportunity to add several rental employee housing units. The remodel could be accomplished as soon as the funds are available. SWIFT GULCH The Town of Avon desires to increase mobility options in the future. Reserving this parcel for transportation/transit facilities ensures that the best future transportation uses can be accommodated. PUBLIC WORKS SITE Preserving land for snow storage and consolidating public works offices and vehicle equipment storage and related uses creates efficiency. This parcel can accommodate those uses and the regional recycling drop off. SCHOOL SITE This flat piece of land is an excellent for the highly desired dog park and community garden uses. These are good temporary uses until the land is needed for its designated purpose as a school site. PARK SITE The Traer Creek PUD includes this park site, which is dedicated to the Town. A neighborhood park for future residences in the area is the appropriate use for this land. WILDWOOD PROPERTIES Although the sites, as a whole, are quite steep, there is a small portion of the land that can accommodate employee housing units. ATTACHMENT B 63 ATTACHMENT B ATTACHMENT B 65 In this section, a collection of supporting documentation can be found including community outreach data, market reports, analysis, etc. The previous document refers to this section when additional information can be found. APPENDIX ATTACHMENT B 66 | Appendix PUBLIC OPEN HOUSE POLLING [06/08/17] The keypad polling at the public open house was a data collection strategy to capture feedback from the community regarding their preferences for the town owned properties as well as parking and mobility conditions. The following are a summary of the results. A total of 44 people participated in the keypad polling opportunity. PARKING AND MOBILITY How did you get here today?1 Answer Results Personal vehicle, only me 53%23 Carpool 16%7 Transit 0%0 Cycle 7%3 Walk 23%10 Other 0%0 Total 100%43 53% 16% 0% 7% 23% 0% PERSONAL VEHICLE, ONLY ME CARPOOL TRANSIT CYCLE WALK OTHER ATTACHMENT B 67 MULTI-MODAL CIRCULATION PLAN: Which of the following should the circulation plan focus on? (Select top 3)2 Answer Results Bicycle improvements 59%29 Pedestrian improvements 67%33 Transit service improvements 55%27 Parking expansion 35%17 Expand roadways 16%8 Total 114 59% 67% 55% 35% 16% BICYCLE IMPROVEMENTS PEDESTRIAN IMPROVEMENTS TRANSIT SERVICE IMPROVEMENTS PARKING EXPANSION EXPAND ROADWAYS ATTACHMENT B 68 | Appendix What types of alternative modes of transportation would you use/ support in Avon? (Select all that apply)3 Answer Results Organized carpooling 2%1 Bike share 39%19 Car share 12%6 More frequent transit 61%30 Bicycle and pedestrian improvements 71%35 Other 12%6 Total 97 2% 39% 12% 61% 71% 12% ORGANIZED CARPOOLING BIKE SHARE CAR SHARE MORE FREQUENT TRANSIT BICYCLE AND PEDESTRIAN IMPROVEMENTS OTHER ATTACHMENT B 69 TRACT G TRACT G: What are the three most appealing park improvements for Harry A. Nottingham Park, including area of current Town Hall? (Select your top three) 4 Answer Results Expanding performance pavilion facilities such as green/ dressing rooms 22%11 Ice skating 27%13 Pickleball 35%17 Game plaza (horseshoes, bocce, ping pong, corn hole, etc) 39%19 Landscaping 33%16 Splash pad 22%11 Shade structures 18%9 Pump track 8%4 Soccer field 22%11 Other 22%11 Total 122 22% 27% 35% 39% 33% 22% 18% 8% 22% 22% EXPANDING PERFORMANCE PAVILION FACILITIES SUCH AS GREEN/ DRESSING ROOMS ICE SKATING PICKLEBALL GAME PLAZA (HORSESHOES, BOCCE, PING PONG, CORN HOLE, ETC) LANDSCAPING SPLASH PAD SHADE STRUCTURES PUMP TRACK SOCCER FIELD OTHER ATTACHMENT B 70 | Appendix Which of the following uses would you most like to see within Tract G in the vicinity of old town hall and the old fire station? (Select your top three)5 Answer Results Food Collective (local food hub, catering and event venue) 41%20 Art Collective (studio, classes, sales, gallery space) 20%10 Space for local non-profits 8%4 Pavilion (such as Donovan Pavilion)49%24 Restaurant 16%8 Recreation Center Expansion 51%25 Other 2%1 Total 92 41% 20% 8% 49% 16% 51% 2% FOOD COLLECTIVE (LOCAL FOOD HUB, CATERING AND EVENT VENUE) ART COLLECTIVE (STUDIO, CLASSES, SALES, GALLERY SPACE) SPACE FOR LOCAL NON-PROFITS PAVILION (SUCH AS DONOVAN PAVILION) RESTAURANT RECREATION CENTER EXPANSION OTHER ATTACHMENT B 71 PARK SITE: The Village at Avon Park Site parcel is dedicated as green space to serve the future neighborhood surrounding the parcel. What ideas do you support for this parcel? (Select your favorite)6 Answer Results Open space with a multi-use field 26%11 Park amenities such as basketball/ volleyball courts 23%10 Playground 5%2 Community garden 19%8 Dog park 21%9 Other 7%3 Total 43 VILLAGE AT AVON - PARK SITE 26% 23% 5% 19% 21% 7% OPEN SPACE WITH A MULTI-USE FIELD PARK AMENITIES SUCH AS BASKETBALL/VOLLEYBALL COURTS PLAYGROUND COMMUNITY GARDEN DOG PARK OTHER ATTACHMENT B 72 | Appendix The Village at Avon Lot E is at the main entrance along Highway 6. What ideas do you support for this parcel? (Select your favorite)7 Answer Results Open space with passive elements like lawn and trees 33%13 Community garden 23%9 Dog park 30%12 Other 15%6 Total 100%40 VILLAGE AT AVON - LOT E 27% 18% 24% 12% OPEN SPACE WITH PASSIVE ELEMENTS LIKE LAWN AND TREES COMMUNITY GARDEN DOG PARK OTHER ATTACHMENT B 73 The station will be vacated in 2017 to consolidate into the new Avon Joint Public Safety Facility. The Wildridge Fire House currently hosts fire truck storage and equipment on the first floor, and two employee apartment units on the second floor. A pocket park is well-used by the surrounding neighborhood includes a playground and basketball courts. What ideas do you support for this parcel? (Select your favorite) 8 Answer Results Develop entire building as first responder housing 45%17 Maintain first responder housing units on floor two with community center on first floor 47%18 Other 8%3 Total 100%38 WILDRIDGE FIRE HOUSE 45% 47% 8% DEVELOP ENTIRE BUILDING AS FIRST RESPONDER HOUSING MAINTAIN FIRST RESPONDER HOUSING UNITS ON FLOOR TWO WITH COMMUNITY CENTER ON FIRST FLOOR OTHER ATTACHMENT B 74 | Appendix This site is the home of Avon’s Transit Facility. What is the most appropriate use for the remainder of the site? (Select your favorite)9 Answer Results Affordable / Workforce housing 66%25 Transportation / Transit hub 32%12 Other 3%1 Total 100%38 66% 32% 3% AFFORDABLE / WORKFORCE HOUSING TRANSPORTATION / TRANSIT HUB OTHER SWIFT GULCH ATTACHMENT B 75 This site is slated for future public works offices and facilities including snow storage. What other ideas do you support on Lot 5? (Select your favorite) 10 Answer Results Recycling facility 41%17 Worker housing above public offices 51%21 Other 7%3 Total 100%41 LOT 5 41% 51% 7% RECYCLING FACILITY WORKER HOUSING ABOVE PUBLIC OFFICES OTHER ATTACHMENT B 76 | Appendix Where is your primary residence?11 Answer Results Avon (valley floor)61%27 Avon (Wildridge/ Wildwood/ Mountain Star) 7%3 Vail 5%2 Elsewhere in Eagle County 23%10 Other 5%2 Total 100%44 DEMOGRAPHICS 61% 7% 5% 23% 5% AVON (VALLEY FLOOR) AVON (WILDRIDGE/ WILDWOOD/ MOUNTAIN STAR) VAIL ELSEWHERE IN EAGLE COUNTY OTHER ATTACHMENT B 77 ONLINE SURVEY [04/28/17 - 06/26/17] The online survey utilizing Qualtrics technology was distributed through the Town of Avon as a strategy to gather public input regarding parking and mobility and development concepts for the town-owned properties. The following are a summary of the results. A total of 226 people started the survey and, of those, 205 people completed the survey in part or in full. TRACT G Indicate your preference for the following RECREATION USES at Tract G.1 Question Low preference Moderate preference High preference Total Ice skating 36%63 37%65 28%49 177 Bicycle pump track/ BMX 58%104 24%44 18%32 180 Trails 19%35 29%53 51%92 180 FIFA-sized soccer field 60%105 25%44 15%27 176 High school-sized soccer field 51%90 32%56 17%29 175 Multi-use field 16%28 37%67 47%84 179 Pickleball courts 51%94 27%50 23%42 186 36% 58% 19% 60% 51% 16% 51% 37% 24% 29% 25% 32% 37% 27% 28% 18% 51% 15% 17% 47% 23% ICE SKATING BICYCLE PUMP TRACK/ BMX TRAILS FIFA-SIZED SOCCER FIELD HIGH SCHOOL-SIZED SOCCER FIELD MULTI-USE FIELD PICKLEBALL COURTS RECREATION PREFERENCES AT TRACT G Low Preference Moderate Preference High Preference ATTACHMENT B 78 | Appendix Which of the ice skating facilities do you prefer? (check all that apply)2 Question Preference Not a preference Total Skating ribbon 82%111 18%24 135 Outdoor ice rink 70%94 30%41 135 Indoor ice rink 74%100 26%35 135 Seasonal covered ice rink 76%102 24%33 135 INDOOR ICE RINK OUTDOOR ICE RINK SKATING RIBBON SEASONAL COVERED ICE RINK INDOOR ICE RINK OUTDOOR ICE RINK SKATING RIBBON SEASONAL COVERED ICE RINK 18% 30% 26% 24% SKATING RIBBON OUTDOOR ICE RINK INDOOR ICE RINK SEASONAL COVERED ICE RINK ICE SKATING RINK PREFERENCES ATTACHMENT B 79 What other RECREATION use ideas do you have for Tract G?3 Write-in responses Olympic sized pool Olympic regulation swimming facility PLEASE LEAVE IT AS IS Baseball fields Parking, parking & more parking Indoor activities, like ping pong bocce Mini golf! I like it the way it is indoor pickleball Concert venue outdoor ice rink Usa sanctioned swimming pool. 8 Long course swimming pool that can be turned into a short course pool for the winter. World class athletes will come and train at high altitude and compete here to. turn skating ribbon into tubing in summer dog park Multi-Purpose Rooms and a Venue for hosting Special Events and a Gym, indoor playground Please do not put new Picnic shelters by the residences on the West end of the Lake. The frisbee golf course is a problem, as the players arent respecting homewoners property and the are not respecting people on the sidewalks. Natatorim for competitive swim meets Track, Basketball Courts Off leash dog park. Community garden. 50 Meter Out Door Swimming Pool A gymnasium and multiple rock climbing structures The town has made a great effort to improve the park to its current state however it has created new issues. Where the current Fire Station and Police Station is I believe it is fine for a skating rink and other ideas but as for the rest of the park enough has been done, there is no need to keep on building and adding structures and features, who are you trying to attract? Let the park area west of the new stage remain a thoughtful place for people to walk in peace and enjoy, things don't need to be added. Limit the works to the area recently made available by the new Police and Fire Station and dont spoil the green spaces we have. Tract G is a large area, let it be. please do not put picnic shelters or tables in front of any of the properties on West Beaver Creek Blvd. We already have a massive problem with drinking, smoking marijuana and tresspassing from the frisbee golf course expansion for the Recreation Center Avon has ZERO business being in the "Real Estate Redevelopment Business" Water polo, swim team Expand the park, soccer fields great universal use of land. I watch a game there and it was awesome, more field space means more tournaments+more heads in beds/restaurants, eat more pickleball none. leave the park alone! small water park next to lake on wild grass area near stage, can be built with artificial grass and have a solar pump to circulate water from lake and flow to recyle back to the lake, great for kids while concerts are on for adults, great for summer, shaded with triangle shaped sail shades Keep disc golf. boccee, Dog park, meditation garden, ATTACHMENT B 80 | Appendix Write-in responses (continued) Park - period Pickleball, Pickleball, Pickleball! Racquetball court, grass VB court, dedicated space for outdoor fitness classes. I would like to see indoor pickle ball courts a place for private parties! the log structures could be for family get togethers. Skating on the lake Dog park! Skatepark More bad tracks Small restaurant for beach Dedicated areas for passive enjoyment. I have been nearly taken out by disc golf discs close to a dozen times this spring alone! Ice skating on Nottingham Lake Outdoor pool Skating ribbon that turns into a water tube float in summer. Grass for a park to sit and relax. Rec center expansion Climbing wall, bouldering wall, Outdoor workout facility with several stations (i.e.pull up bars), gas fire pits with seating Fenced in, off leash Dog Park Indoor ice rink can also be used for winter events! ATTACHMENT B 81 Indicate your preference for the following PARK ELEMENTS at Tract G.4 Question Low preference Medium preference High preference Total Splash pad/ pop jet plaza 41%69 32%53 27%46 168 Picnic shelters 16%28 47%80 37%64 172 Restrooms 10%17 23%41 67%119 177 Community fire ring 39%65 35%59 26%44 168 Game plaza for ping pong, horseshoes, bocce, and chess 29%49 44%75 27%45 169 Sculpture garden 58%99 24%42 18%31 172 41% 16% 10% 39% 29% 58% 32% 47% 23% 35% 44% 24% 27% 37% 67% 26% 27% 18% SPLASH PAD/ POP JET PLAZA PICNIC SHELTERS RESTROOMS COMMUNITY FIRE RING GAME PLAZA FOR PING PONG, HORSESHOES, BOCCE, AND CHESS SCULPTURE GARDEN PARK ELEMENT PREFERECES Low Preferece Moderate Preference High Preference ATTACHMENT B 82 | Appendix What other PARK ELEMENT ideas do you have for Tract G?5 Write-in responses Swim Widening the pathway around the lake, so that it can have directional lanes. PLEASE LEAVE IT AS IS where ar eyou planning to put hese things?? North side of lake is crammed with fishing, swimming and boat rentals, disc golf already Sculpture Garden would add to Beauty. Ninja warrior park? Restaurant Grilling/picnicking What the heck is a splash pad/pop jet plaza? Concentration of activities near public parking, not sprinkled around decreasing green space. Community Garden PARKING, an increased use of the lake, something similar to the park elements surrounding the castle rock fieldhouse More Trees around the lake. The fence back up to avoid the sewer plant as much as possible would be nice. maybe the ice skating area could become an area for human hamster balls in the summer Natatorium for competitive swim meet Dog Park A garden with native plants, to attract and support our native birds and butterflies. It could have trails and benches. Check out audubon. org/native-plants and nwf.org/garden. A ropes course or climbing course Splash pad with a chiller so it could be converted into an outdoor ice rink for the winter season. Green open space, tract G is large so please refine the areas you are discussing. Please also consider tax paying residents surrounding tract G. Do not put tables in front of the residences on West Beaver Creek Blvd. The town needs to solve the problems already existing with the frisbee golfers(drinking, trespassing, pot smoking) more trees in different areas not just by the beach side of the lake If additional picnic facilities are added, I think they need to be close enough to the beach to allow families to effectively watch children. The beach is great and it is the primary draw. The proposed picnic facilites infringe on residents around the park and would be seldom used as they are not beside the beach or the play ground. Avon has ZERO business being in the "Real Estate Redevelopment Business" restaurant that overlooks the lake Just expand the park and keep it cheap and accessible, Expand the park area...I know we have a $17 million operating budget but dont waste it on crap and poor decisions. Enough with the sculptures, Im an artist and find that a waste of money because the type of sculptures you buy, seriously, a business women? A Kid skateboarding, these are a serious waste of taxpayers money, a rock sculpture, seriously, just get a real HUGE rock instead, the lame shit you all buy is like sculpture clipart! Look at the round about with that stupid ass ribbon, someone removed an awesome sculpture and put the POS there with the name Town Center? Seriously! Fire whomever is responsible for that! other active outdoor activities none. leave the park alone! Incorporate Hahnewald Barn, indoor tennis courts ATTACHMENT B 83 There is a great musical instrument park in MOAB, an interactive instrument park of drums, metals chimes of different sizes and shapes, also great to draw in families with kids Farmers Market quiet benches for reading and or meditating Heritage/history element including existing cabins and old water district barn Higher fence at sand VB courts to prevent ball going into lake. bocci court WE ALREADY HAVE TOO MANY SCULPTURES Multi use indoor structure (the barn) Fenced dog park Botanical garden/arboretum Trampoleen Dog ball toss areas where dogs can be off leash and allowed to run further. Quiet areas (i.e. rooms) with higher level of landscaping Community Garden Restaurant/Food Carts near the lake. Fenced in Dog Area Fence around play equipment, at least the bottom to deter kids from the lake water Leave a lot of open space More beach areas to wrap around to east end of park. Outdoor pool and hot tubs. big playground similar to Miller Ranch Picnic tables without shelters, garden similar to ford garden Fenced in, off leash Dog Park ATTACHMENT B 84 | Appendix Indicate your preference for the following LAND USES at Tract G.6 Question Low preference Medium preference High preference Total Food collective (local food hub, catering, event venue) 30%51 41%70 29%49 170 Art collective (studio, classes, sales, gallery) 50%85 38%65 11%19 169 Combination of food collective and art collective 40%70 39%69 21%36 175 Short-term artist and/or culinary residency units 62%104 26%44 12%20 168 Space for local non-profits (ie Vail Leadership Institute) 52%87 36%61 12%20 168 Pavilion (such as Donovan Pavilion)34%57 36%61 30%51 169 Restaurant 52%88 29%48 19%32 168 Adventure sports museum 71%121 22%37 8%13 171 Library expansion 46%80 33%57 21%36 173 Recreation center expansion 23%41 34%59 43%76 176 ATTACHMENT B 85 30% 50% 40% 62% 52% 34% 52% 71% 46% 23% 41% 38% 39% 26% 36% 36% 29% 22% 33% 34% 29% 11% 21% 12% 12% 30% 19% 8% 21% 43% FOOD COLLECTIVE (LOCAL FOOD HUB, CATERING, EVENT VENUE) ART COLLECTIVE (STUDIO, CLASSES, SALES, GALLERY) COMBINATION OF FOOD COLLECTIVE AND ART COLLECTIVE SHORT-TERM ARTIST AND/OR CULINARY RESIDENCY UNITS SPACE FOR LOCAL NON-PROFITS (I.E. VAIL LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE) PAVILION (SUCH AS DONOVAN PAVILION) RESTAURANT ADVENTURE SPORTS MUSEUM LIBRARY EXPANSION RECREATION CENTER EXPANSION LAND USE PREFERENCE AT TRACT G Low Preference Moderate Preference High Preference ATTACHMENT B 86 | Appendix What other LAND USE ideas do you have for Tract G?7 Write-in responses What other ideas about uses do you have for Tract G? (please specify) Olympic sized pool Swim PRESERVE LIBRARY AND REC CENTER, AT LEAST Move paddleboat rentals back to cabin where the dock was originally built for them and there is plenty of parking spaces instead of parking in he bike lane on BC blvd. Add new fun features, but keep the calm atmosphete Re-purposing of current municipal building and/or current fire station for development of a creative district to include affordable office, performance and display space for creative and cultural nonprofits (Vail Center, Vail Valley Art Guild, High Five Access Media, Bravo, Vail Performing Arts Academy, etc.) and other like-minded groups. Synergy may be created by holding concerts at the stage, with subsequent, small intimate performances in a space within one of these buildings. These performances might be broadcast on local cable and the internet. Think of the workshops that might be held in this space: painting, photography, videography, acting. Art galleries will display local works, and performances and film festivals may take place year round in a small indoor theater. These workshops and attractions will draw both locals and visitors looking for activities. These groups in turn will spend money at local businesses, increasing the tax base. A similar collective was created in Aspen called the Red Brick Arts Center (www.aspenart.org). It is funded through real estate transfer tax and donations. It is organized by a local nonprofit. Rec center with a swimming pool and basketball courts Roof top gardens fenced dog park PARKING, Expanded recreation facilities to ease congestion and expand offerings More trees around the lake, no new pic nic areas at the west end of the lake by the residences, a fence back up to replace the old one in front of the sewer plant. Natatorium for competitive swimming events Refine the areas at tract G, different parts need to be considered in a different manner and not all piled into one. please do not put tables in front of the residences on West Beaver Creek Blvd. They will be to close to properties where we are currently dealing with issues from the frisbee golf course(drinking, tresspassing, smoking pot) Avon has ZERO business being in the "Real Estate Redevelopment Business" Ice cream shop Library's are dying, dont wast money on an expansion. The park is a park not a mall or place to go shopping! That's what the commercial space is for, people bring their own food and drinks to the park. Expand the beach, tear down the old fire station and town hall and expand the park. Totally against employee housing or an arts colony! You want employees to be able to afford to live here, pay them more and let them find their own housing! Its not Avon Town governments job to provide affordable housing for it's employees! coffee shops, food trucks none. leave the park alone! Indoor tennis courts Retreat center, Pickle Ball Indoor pickleball courts please Re-use the water district barn as pavilion Community garden for flowers and vegetable-growing. ATTACHMENT B 87 a place for private parties! the log structures could be for family get togethers. Multi use of the barn; need a completely unique venue Dog park Make the greatest library on I-70 Water park Parck Permanent, full-time year round attainable housing. We need permanent people to help activate the space in Tract G! Multi-use facility Horse Farm :) Additional parking needs to be added as well. Please don't overdevelop the site and block the views. Ropes course Maybe leave some land alone. Why develope everything? More housing options Small bar or restaurant with big deck near park and beach for parents to hang out in while kids play. Please use the Hahnewald barn on Tract G. We need an iconic historic structure in Avon. Culinary classes, Fenced in, off leash Dog Park ATTACHMENT B 88 | Appendix Rate you preference for repurposing the barn on Tract G.8 Answer Results High preference 42%76 Moderate preference 31%57 Low preference 27%49 Total 100%182 42% 31% 27% PREFERENCE FOR REPURPOSING THE BARN AT TRACT G High preference Moderate preference Low preference ATTACHMENT B 89 If the Recreation Center were to expand, indicate your preference for the following uses:9 Question Low preference Medium preference High preference No opinion Total Gymnasium (basketball, volleyball, pickleball, etc) 20%33 27%44 45%73 8%13 163 Indoor track 38%58 27%41 25%38 11%17 154 Free weights area 32%50 29%46 28%43 11%17 156 Multi-purpose room (meeting space, event space, teen programming, senior programming, classes) 36%54 32%49 23%35 9%14 152 20% 38% 32% 36% 27% 27% 29% 32% 45% 25% 28% 23% 8% 11% 11% 9% GYMNASIUM INDOOR TRACK FREE WEIGHTS AREA MULTI-PURPOSE ROOM PREFERENCE FOR RECREATION CENTER USES Low Preference Moderate Preference High Preference No opinion ATTACHMENT B 90 | Appendix What other indoor recreation ideas do you have if the Recreation Center were to expand?10 Write-in responses Ice rink Less is better! Expand the pool to at least 8 lanes. Olympic regulation swimming facility Pool Expansion Doesn't need to expand Climbing walls... space for birthday party. Futsal court Certified Usa swimming pool Strength Training Machines The Rec Center seems effective to me since its last renovation. Pottery Space, Kitchen, Increased technology, Multi-purpose sport court, opening of aquatics space to the elements additional space for water activities The current pool is obsolete it needs to be expanded or remodeled to a 25 meter pool witch a minimum of 8 lanes gutters and all the amenities so that it can host competitive swimming. You build it they will come! TRX MACHINE racquetball courts! Cooking classes and arts and crafts Splash pad adjacent to the lap pool. Pickleball!!!! Make it a trendy place that attracts people like the Westin, somewhere that people want to be and maybe this needs someone other than just an architect to develop the space, but the right people to develop the atmosphere. Maybe let the end of the mall spill out onto the area west of the library with patios, a coffee shop, or a light lunch place with patio seating so people want to be there and incorporate this back into the mall so it flows. ice rink It sure as hell isn't "Story Telling" Outdoor pool Not really for expansion but a huge outdoor pool could be better suited, selling memberships to raise funds. The rec center isn't really that busy to justify an expansion of this magnitude. Maybe racquet ball courts? indoor tennis courts double or triple level parking structure for event parking at the lake festivities. The Recreation Center is close to capacity - it needs expansion. who are we expanding for - non-taxpayers it would seem. the indoor track in Edwards is not used frequently...use that facility A Climbing wall like VAC has but bigger would be great! Outdoor pool with expansion to the outdoor lounge chair area. Indoor Pickleball courts needed keep the pool and slide and children's pool please Climbing wall Parking structure Climbing wall area. Training area for outdoor enthusiasts and kids to improve outdoor skills. ATTACHMENT B 91 Outdoor pool Trampoline and box track Trampoline senter Squash courts, Racketball courts, a Squash/Racketball combo court. Bouldering wall, indoor soccer field (WECMRD Field House). The Rec Center does not need expansion. If anything, use the roof and add space as part of a parking structure. BMX pump track on the front lawn area Outdoor Pool and hot tubs for year round use. Gas fire pits on outside near climbing wall. Drinking fountains outside to decrease plastic bottle use, "Bags" court, etc a multi-level parking structure should be part of any Rec Center Expansion Pool area needs to be redone. Very dated ATTACHMENT B 92 | Appendix Alternative 1: Avon Brimming - Select the zones you like.11 30% 25% 17% 25% 21% 20% 63% 70% 74% 66% 73% 65% 6% 5% 9% 10% 6% 15% 1-1 1-2 1 -3 WEST 1 -3 NORTH 1-3 EAST 1-4 like neutral dislike TRACT G ALTERNATIVE 1 - AVON BRIMMING (EVERYTHING) AVON BRIMMING PROGRAMMING LEGENDI-70 I-70 NOTTINGHAM LAKE SAND VOLLEYBALL BEACH PICNIC SHELTERS PICNIC SHELTERS BASKETBALL COURTS TENNIS COURTS AVON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PUMP TRACK FIFA SOCCER FIELD MULTI-USE FIELD PIER CON N E C T I O N T O PEDE S T R I A N M A L L PLAYGROUND SEDIMENTATION POND AMPHITHEATER EXISTINGCABIN HISTO R I C BARN INDO O R I C E RINK LIBRARYFOOD COLLECTIVELAKE S T R E E T BENCHMARK ROADBEAV E R CREEK B OU L EVA RD RECREATIONCENTER OUTD O O R ICE RI N K A N D RIBB O N SEASONS AT AVON SHERATON HOTEL COMFORT INN POST OFFICE FIRST BANK AVON CENTER EAGLE RI V E R 6 HARD SURFACE TRAILS RAILR O A D T R A C K S VEGE T A T I O N S C R E E N EXPANSION EXPA N S I O N NEW TOWN HALL RECREATION CENTER • Recreation Center Expansion (33,000 SF) - Gymnasium Basketball/Volleyball/Pickleball Courts Programming for Kids - camps, teens, special events - Indoor Track - Free-Weight Area (expanded cardio and resistance equip.) • Multi-Purpose Room - Meeting Space - Event Rental Space - Senior Programming - Classes • Outdoor Ice Rink and Skating Ribbon LIBRARY/FIRE STATION AREA• Library expansion • Food collective (infill development) offers a local food hub, catering, and events for the Avon community. HARRY A. NOTTINGHAM PARK PROGRAMMING• Entry plaza Pop jet / splash pad • Picnic shelters • Park portal trail access • Multi-Use Field: Fits high school regulation soccer field (east) • FIFA soccer field (west) • New Playground • Pump track • Enhanced park landscape treatment • Disc Golf NOTTINGHAM SOUTH PROGRAMMING• Historic barn for community and private events Events/Weddings Greenroom/Staging for Amphitheater Artist Area Fire pit in outdoor plaza • Indoor ice rink • Festival promenade to Nottingham Lake 1 2 3 4 FUTURE HOTEL DISC GOLF 1 24 3 1-3 west 1-3 north 1-3 east 1-4 1-1 1-2 ATTACHMENT B 93 Alternative 2: Avon in Action - Select the zones you like.12 26% 19% 16% 21% 26% 16% 66% 70% 72% 65% 71% 70% 7% 11% 11% 13% 2% 14% 2-1 2-2 2 -3 WEST 2 -3 NORTH 2-3 EAST 2-4 like neutral dislike TRACT G ALTERNATIVE 2 - AVON IN ACTION (RECREATION)I-70 I-70 NOTTINGHAM LAKE SAND VOLLEYBALL BASKETBALL COURTS TENNIS COURTS AVON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PIER CON N E C T I O N T O PEDE S T R I A N M A L L PLAYGROUND SEDIMENTATION POND AMPHITHEATER ART COLLECTIVECOVE R E D MULTI - U S E PAVIL I O N PICKLE-BALLGAME PLAZALIBRARY LAKE S T R E E T BENCHMARK ROADB E A V ER C R E E K BOU L EVAR D RECREATIONCENTER SPLA S H P A D AND E V E N T PLAZ A SEASONS AT AVON SHERATON HOTEL COMFORT INN POST OFFICE FIRST BANK AVON CENTER EAGLE RI V E R HARD SURFACE TRAILS RAILR O A D T R A C K S VEGE T A T I O N S C R E E N EXPANSION NEW TOWN HALL FUTURE HOTEL AVON IN ACTION (a) PROGRAMMING LEGEND 6 RECREATION CENTER • Recreation Center Expansion (33,000 SF) - Gymnasium Basketball/Volleyball/Pickleball Courts Programming for Kids - camps, teens, special events - Indoor Track - Free-Weight Area (expanded cardio and resistance equip.) • Multi-Purpose Room - Meeting Space - Event Rental Space - Senior Programming - Classes • Splash Pad and Event Plaza with Fire Pits LIBRARY/FIRE STATION AREA• Art collective (infill development) offers a local forum for studio, class, sales and gallery space. Space for non-profits, such as the Vail Leadership Institute. • Historic barn for community and private events HARRY A. NOTTINGHAM PARK PROGRAMMING• Entry plaza • Picnic shelters • Park portal trail access • Multi-Use Field: Fits high school regulation soccer field (east) • FIFA soccer field (west) • New Playground • Pump track • Enhanced park landscape treatment • Disc Golf NOTTINGHAM SOUTH PROGRAMMING• Covered Multi-Use Pavilion Seasonal Ice Sheet, Covered Sport Court, Event Venue, Amphitheater Support Space • Game Plaza Ping Pong, Horseshoes, Bocce Court • Festival promenade to Nottingham Lake 1 2 3 4 FIFA SOCCER FIELD MULTI-USE FIELD EXISTINGCABIN PICNIC SHELTERS PICNIC SHELTERS PUMP TRACK DISC GOLF 1 24 3 2-3 west 2-3 north 2-3 east 2-4 2-1 2-2 ATTACHMENT B 94 | Appendix Alternative 3: Avon Advantage - Select the zones you like.13 27% 17% 15% 20% 21% 12% 65% 67% 73% 67% 73% 71% 8% 16% 12% 13% 6% 17% 3-1 3-2 3 -3 WEST 3 -3 NORTH 3-3 EAST 3-4 like neutral dislike TRACT G ALTERNATIVE 3 - AVON ADVANTAGE(VITALIZE) I-70 I-70 NOTTINGHAM LAKE SAND VOLLEYBALL DISC GOLF BASKETBALL COURTS TENNIS COURTS AVON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PIER CON N E C T I O N T O PEDE S T R I A N M A L L PLAYGROUND SEDIMENTATION POND AMPHITHEATER REST A U R A N T PAVILI O N PLAZ A LIBRARY ART COLLECTIVELAKE S T R E E T BENCHMARK ROADB EAVER C R E EK BOU LEVA RD RECREATIONCENTER EXPANSION SEASONS AT AVON SHERATON HOTEL COMFORT INN POST OFFICE FIRST BANK AVON CENTER EAGLE RI V E R 6 HARD SURFACE TRAILS RAILR O A D T R A C K S VEGE T A T I O N S C R E E N NEW TOWN HALL AVON ADVANTAGE PROGRAMMING LEGEND FUTURE HOTEL FIFA SOCCER FIELD MULTI-USE FIELD RECREATION CENTER • Recreation Center Expansion (33,000 SF) - Gymnasium Basketball/Volleyball/Pickleball Courts Programming for Kids - camps, teens, special events - Indoor Track - Free-Weight Area (expanded cardio and resistance equip.) • Multi-Purpose Room - Meeting Space - Event Rental Space - Senior Programming - Classes • Maintain existing parking in front LIBRARY/FIRE STATION AREA• Art collective (infill development) offers a local forum for studio, class, sales and gallery space. Space for non-profits, such as the Vail Leadership Institute. HARRY A. NOTTINGHAM PARK PROGRAMMING• Picnic shelters • Park portal trail access • Multi-Use Field: Fits high school regulation soccer field (east) • FIFA soccer field (west) • New Playground • Enhanced park landscape treatment • Disc Golf NOTTINGHAM SOUTH PROGRAMMING• Pavilion (i.e. Donovan) • Restaurant / Adventure Sports Museum • Plaza Ice Rink Community Fire Place Event Space Splash Pad 1 2 3 4 EXISTINGCABIN EXIST I N GPARKI N G PICNIC SHELTERS PICNIC SHELTERS 1 24 3 3-3 west 3-3 north 3-3 east 3-4 3-1 3-2 ATTACHMENT B 95 After reviewing the concepts for Tract G (Nottingham Park and adjacent parcels), what other ideas should we consider?14 Write-in responses Less is better! Olympic sized pool where quality swimmers and divers can also come to train at altitude. You can bill many of these. Olympic regulation swimming facility Convenience Store in Section 4 How about some parking areas other than the bike lane on WBC blvd Sculpture garden would add to the calm beauty! Please see previous comment on re-purposing municipal building and fire station. baseball fields like Eagle. What about the river project.? Make it work people will come. Parking and The park has already gotten too crowded, and adding too many features will make that worse. I don't understand this exercise. Picnic pavilions should be concentrated near activities that draw people (beach, splash pad,playground) and provide access to the restrooms at the east end of the park. The pavilion by itself at the NW corner of the park is likely to encourage trespassing on private property. It should be inside the perimeter of the "hard surface trail" to encourage use of the parking at Avon Elementary. The one south of the parking lot is a logical spot, near the parking lot and the volleyball court. The Recreation Center expansion needs to be done right the first time and not left open ended to be finished in the future. The planning needs to encompass future growth New fence, more trees, remove the frisbee golf course as my daughters baby stroller has been hit and the players use our yard right outside of my door as a platform. The town could very much benefit from the addition of a competitive swim facility that could host competitive swim competition. These events would draw many visitors from the front range to our community and put heads in beds all year long. The natatoriums on the front range, Aspen and Grand Junction always fill up with guests looking for a desirable destination to attend USA swim events. We are missing out on this opportunity the town and community would benefit greatly from the addition of an Olympic size 50 meter pool for year round completion. The current pool at the Rec center is not adequate to host any swim competitions as it is not up to USA swimming standards. At a minimum please take this time to overhaul the exsisting pool and convert it to a 25 meter pool with gutters and amenities necessary to host competitive swimming events. I don't understand these questions of clicking on areas you like or dislike. Are you asking if we like these areas as they are, or as proposed sites for the alternatives? Considering there are several aspects to each alternative, I wouldn't necessarily choose one area for all of those aspects. I feel that a fenced in splash pad just south of the recreation center where the existing parking lot with garage-door style opening from the rec center aquatics area would allow the recreation center to become a a fantastic place to enjoy during a nice weather day. The splash pad would also be installed with a chiller underneath it so it could be utilized in the winter as an outdoor ice rink. Using or changing the use of only the space made available recently and not junking out the rest of the park. please do not put pinic shelters in front of the residences on West Beaver Creek Blvd. The town needs to solve current issues with the frisbee golf course and partying at the lake first and foremost and not create more environments for drinking, smoking pot,partying ATTACHMENT B 96 | Appendix Fenced dog park A fenced in dog park. Too many times we see dogs off leash at the beachfront clashing with little ones and their families, or worse, tied to a tree. Give them some space to run around. Focus on the kids. Make the library bigger, offer areas for kids to recreate. Climbing walls, skateparks. Money will take care of itself if the community is vibrant. Water slides Outdoor pool A Fifa regulation soccer field on the west side is a terrible idea. It will get extremely little use for its intended purposes of attracting high level soccer. The occasional tournament will not be enough to offset the lack of use throughout. Smaller soccer fields would be more attractive to local youth teams, adult leagues and pick up games and would allow for a variety of other uses. Can the Barn be used as the art/food combo facility? I don't want a bunch of new structures in the park (it needs to stay a park) but that old Barn is really unique and would be a great building to re-purpose in the area. I don't like the restaurant that competes with private businesses. I don't support the art/food center. more parking for the beach please!! Pump track should be part of ALL options. It was recommended as part of the Recreational Trails Master Plan Leaving it alone More housing, no indoor skating You really need more parking, it's always an issue. Put small restaurant/bar closer to lake if possible (where existing cabin is?). Better access to Eagle River, with more picnic areas by river. Better whitewater park, Climbing wall These graphics are too small and hard to read, so it's difficult to tell exactly what is in each zone. Write-in responses (continued) Please put the picnic Shelters, nearer their use. A shelter down along the school soccer field would be used. A shelter very near the beach would get used. Also the beach is in desperate need of Restrooms, perhaps they could go in the trees where the paddle board container was.... or between the vollyball court and the parking. The Barn is on land owned by the Water District - there is NO PUBLIC PARKING. Get rid of the Barn First off this graphic on this and other pages are waaaay too small to see and read whats going on! All these ideas SUCK! Just expand the park and leave the commercial crap out. The barn could work but as a rental for private functions and gallery space. Im totally against an arts cooking colony! none. leave the park alone! We all know we do not have enough parking space, can the current parking spaces between Avon Center and the Sheraton be turned into a multi level structure Don't lose all the green, un-programmed space. don't fill it to the brim. Indoor Pickleball courts skip the art collective - too many other similar facilities in the area. ty[pe difficult to read plans are too small to see so i didn't feel comfortable selecting like or disliked areas Teen center- low or no cost venue for teens to gather (healthy, sober) a place for private parties! the log structures could be for family get togethers. USE WHAT YOU HAVE NOW AND STOP WASTING MONEY ATTACHMENT B 97 15 Lot 5 is slated for snow storage areas, future public works offices and facilities, and worker housing. What other ideas do you have for the Lot 5 parcel? Write-in responses Parking for fishing only! Housing None What is the plan for more parking?? Gardens food forest TARGET, Whole Foods, Trader Joes, Sprouts, More Fields and Playgrounds where is this? need better maps to show landmarks. Natatorium please!! If we have employee housing then maybe shuttles that run more frequent to the housing so more parking at the rec All great ideas! I do not have any ideas for this area as I have not yet thought about this area. Please keep in mind the residential areas nearby when developing the space. Got Avon out of the Real Estate Redevelopment Business Totally against the town providing employee housing! Pay them more and let them find a place they can afford. It's cheaper and better for the residents of Avon. Some employee housing; permanent recycling center Recycling area. Need the snow storage. We don't want disc golf on the lake! You could move it here river access if possible this seems adequate for space and location Employee housing would be so helpful! Housing Open space/snow storage LOT 5 No ideas Bad location for employee housing as it is completely disconnected from all services. Better local for additional public offices. Meeting space. I think some housing out there would be nice - it's a quiet lot. Maybe even for sale local housing. The snow storage and other storage makes sense. I don't see why we would build more offices when Swift gulch is not even half full. additional admin housing Parking Access to railroad track in winter for cross country skiing. Groom tracks? Parking lot ATTACHMENT B 98 | Appendix The Village at Avon “Park Site” parcel is dedicated open space to serve the future community surrounding the parcel. Rate how supportive you are regarding the following ideas for the “Park Site” parcel. 16 Question Strongly unsupportive Somewhat unsupportive Somewhat supportive Strongly supportive Total Open space with passive elements like lawn and trees 5%7 4%7 15%46 32%87 147 Open space with an active element like a multi-use field 14%18 17%28 18%57 15%42 145 Basketball courts or other recreation courts 26%33 29%47 14%44 9%24 148 Community gardens 13%17 15%25 18%57 17%47 146 Park pavilion 23%29 16%27 18%56 12%34 146 Playground 19%24 18%30 17%52 14%39 145 “PARK SITE” 5% 12% 22% 12% 20% 17% 5% 19% 32% 17% 18% 21% 31% 39% 30% 39% 38% 36% 59% 29% 16% 32% 23% 27% OPEN SPACE WITH PASSIVE ELEMENTS LIKE LAWN AND TREES OPEN SPACE WITH AN ACTIVE ELEMENT LIKE A MULTI-USE FIELD BASKETBALL COURTS OR OTHER RECREATION COURTS COMMUNITY GARDENS PARK PAVILION PLAYGROUND "PARK SITE" PARCEL IDEAS Strongly Unsupportive Somewhat Unsupportive Somewhat Supportive Strongly Supportive ATTACHMENT B 99 What other ideas do you have for the Park Site at Village at Avon?17 Write-in responses What other ideas do you have for the Park Site at Village at Avon? Write yo... None botanical garden Futsal courts cricket oval Ok I can't tell where this is based on your "map" Proper Dog Park, an indoor space to allow dogs to exercise in the winter can't tell where this is. tiny overview map tells me nothing and no landmarks on map. If I had a better idea where this parcel was, I could have a better opinion on use. Natatorium dog park I think this area is more removed from residential areas so some of these are good options, a park & playground is always good for travelers with kids please resolve the partying issues currently going on in the park Got out of the Real Estate Redevelopment Business We dont need a pavilion, we wasted too much and a bandstand stage that doesnt get enough use as it is! Forget about the pavilion, its a bad idea! I don't see the need for this park. where is this?? Dog park. Open space improves quality of life. Offer up for daytime events. pickleball courts None Place to sit down/relax I think a mixture of passive areas and multi-use fields and playgrounds would be the best for a neighborhood park. This will not be a destination other than for those who can walk or bike to it. I don't have a clear understanding of the adjacent development and think planning this site is pre-mature. This could be the "landing spot" for a gondola serving Beaver Creek. It would solve parking problems for employees volunteers working at BC, solve parking problems that caused a $10 fee charged for parking at Elk & other ski lots, and would abrogate overflow parking problems during big winter weekends. This gondola concept was part of a old town plan that was nixed due, I believe, to funding of the gondola itself. Grass. Leave it as grass. Stop wasting money. Make a paved bike path and dirt trail to access the park from Avon along existing road. Dog park with pond ATTACHMENT B 100 | Appendix The Swift Gulch site is the home of Avon’s Transit Facility. It is foreseen that additional transit fleet storage may be needed in the future. Rate how supportive you are of the following idea for Swift Gulch parcels. 18 Answer Results Strongly unsupportive 11%16 Somewhat unsupportive 12%17 Somewhat supportive 51%74 Strongly supportive 27%39 Total 100%146 11% 12% 51% 27% SWIFT GULCH: SUPPORT FOR TRANSIT FLEET STORAGE Strongly Unsupportive Somewhat Unsupportive Somewhat Supportive Strongly Supportive SWIFT GULCH ATTACHMENT B 101 What other ideas do you have for the Swift Gulch parcels?19 Write-in responses What other ideas do you have for the Swift Gulch parcels? Write your ideas... None Bustang Stop employee housing Open space access or trailhead Bus barn of Avon, how unattractive. Low-income housing for sale would be more useful. This is pretty new. Why are you talking about expanding already. If it needed to be bigger why wasn't it built bigger from the first place. Natatorium The facility is there away on it's own so fine Get out of the Real Estate Redevelopment Business Why not just save this and other town lands for future generations, like 50 years from now they may have a need for space that we can't force or understand but saving this land for them could be a huge benefit for the future residents. trailhead parking, connect the nearby trails including over the mountain to walking mountains Employee housing No ideas This would be a better location for additional employee housing. It has proximity to transit is close to Buffalo Ridge which will help increase the need for both areas to be better supported by services. You should build transit-employee housing there too. (Like Vail has out north of the golf course- multi-use site). I cannot possibly believe that we need even more bus storage at that site even at build out. In order to expand transit, the town will actually have to purchase actual buses instead of themose new people movers that you can barely see the "town of Avon" logo. More routes and more times. Housing Increase parking area for potential RV, boat, snowmobile storage for Avon Residents for nominal fee ATTACHMENT B 102 | Appendix The Wildridge Fire House will be vacated in 2017 to consolidate into the new Avon Joint Public Safety Facility. The Wildridge Fire House currently hosts fire truck storage and equipment on the first floor, and two employee apartment units on the second floor. A pocket park that is well-used by the surrounding neighborhood includes a playground and basketball courts. Rate how supportive you are of the following ideas for the Wildridge Fire House building. 20 Question Strongly unsupportive Somewhat unsupportive Somewhat supportive Strongly supportive Total First responder housing 10%14 8%12 33%48 49%72 146 Wildridge community center (first floor) 10%15 15%22 39%56 35%51 144 WILDRIDGE FIRE HOUSE 10% 10% 8% 15% 33% 39% 49% 35% FIRST RESPONDER HOUSING WILDRIDGE COMMUNITY CENTER (1ST FLOOR) WILDRIDGE FIRE STATION Strongly Unsupportive Somewhat Unsupportive Somewhat Supportive Strongly Supportive ATTACHMENT B 103 Write-in responses None Tear it down and do something else First responder without an engine? Open housing to all residents and use entire facility. Indoor Recreational space for residents Another entrance/exit besides just the one currently existing. additional employee housing expansion of the park & rec facilities? would covered/indoor tennis courts be possible? Town of Avon employee housing option. Although no longer a wildridge resident, Wildridge is a great neighborhood and I believe this is good use of that building so long as it all as kept as community space and not re-purposed for full residential like surrounding lots have been. Just cut the Grass in WildRidge along Avon's right of way Maybe the residents up there should decide since they will have to live with it. I'm against employee housing! Entire building should be employee housing; no preference for first responders Live in Wildridge. A community center woudlnto be used enought to make it viable. HOUSING!! I think this should be decided by Wildridge residents Pickleball lines on basketball court with portable net please. expand the park or a community Garden or both Satelite post office and small convenience store. make this a hub for residents to meet and gather Please enable teen nights at a community center! Expand existing park area None Playground Employee Housing!!!!! residential needed. Affordable for sale condos. There are 8 bedrooms at the new fire station and currently only 4 will be occupied at a time. I don't think fire needs more housing. Community Center could be hybrid meeting room, and un-manned free weights room. Pls improve pocket park: replace sand with wood chips and add an infant bucket swing. A community gazebo /picnic area for wildridge residents I think the fire department has wasted enough of our money and they can build there own housing. Would prefer to see a coffee shop/small bar or some other gathering idea rather than just another meeting room A Wildridge "Cheers" that is a pedestrian friendly gathering space with small coffee shop/pub/snacks with summer outdoor seating. Create a variance for parking requirements so that county parking requirements wont be a requirement. Look at how much use The Rose gets in Edwards crammed into such a small space with outdoor seating. Bus stop What other ideas do you have for the Wildridge Fire House building?21 ATTACHMENT B 104 | Appendix Lot E at Village at Avon is located at the main entrance along Highway 6. Until future development for “school” purposes occurs on this site, the land is available for interim uses on Lot E. 22 Question Strongly unsupportive Somewhat unsupportive Somewhat supportive Strongly supportive Total Open space with passive elements like lawn and trees 6%9 8%12 29%42 57%82 145 Community gardens 8%11 14%21 35%51 43%63 146 Dog park 21%32 11%17 28%44 40%62 155 LOT E 6% 8% 21% 8% 14% 11% 29% 35% 28% 57% 43% 40% OPEN SPACE WITH PASSIVE ELEMENTS LIKE LAWN AND TREES COMMUNITY GARDENS DOG PARK LOT E Strongly Unsupportive Somewhat Unsupportive Somewhat Supportive Strongly Supportive ATTACHMENT B 105 What other ideas do you have for the Lot E parcel?23 Write-in responses What other ideas do you have for the Lot E parcel? Write your ideas below. Dog park Botanical Gardens Trails to connect Walmart and town. Clean up the area looks like crap. I would make it passive use because there will be a huge resistance if the community were to lose a dog park or community gardens when a school goes in. Need better options, dog park is better located near Nottingham Park. Recreation park with elements for adults like exterior fitness equipment I think the entire lake has turned into a dog park and noone cleans up after themselves. My dog is always on a leash and has been aggresively acted upon by several other dogs off the leash. DOG PARK These seem to be good uses with the residential areas nearby, however surrounding residents should be consulted and will there be access from the other side of the tracks. Shops & restaurants, like a "Main Street" Keep it open! Gardens and dog park are a great idea. Why is this needed? Who will use it? FENCED dog park so they are not runing into the street dogs and community gardens don't mix well softball field facing Southwest Playground What about an all day dog park instead These are great uses for this area given the high number of utilities that exist on site. It is a terrible location for a school. Recycling Center It's not a nice lot. Maybe people could have raised veggie gardens there like in the big city. Perfect location for a dog park, at least until development in the area occurs. I would like Avon to donate land to Stone Creek Charter School!!! The biggest drawback to families in Avon is our elementary school. Far more Wildridge kids attend SCCS than Avon Elem. We would like a non dual-language option in our town. Some of the stuff listed for the "park site" could go here.. picnic tables, gazebo, basketball courts, etc. Small playground, picnic benches, bbq pits, park benches, access to river, mtn bike trail around perimeter for kids Fenced dog park ATTACHMENT B 106 | Appendix Rate the level of ease you typically experience in finding a parking space during a normal, non-event day on the west side of Avon.24 Answer Results Easy 39%58 Sometimes difficult 40%59 Difficult 20%30 Total 100%147 39% 40% 20% HOW EASY IS IT TO FIND PARKING ON THE WEST SIDE OF AVON? Easy Sometimes difficulty Difficult PARKING AND GETTING AROUND ATTACHMENT B 107 Please tell us when parking shortages occur on the west side of Avon.25 Write-in responses Been here for 8 years now its everyday with all summer activities and sports Weekends and sunny days Late nights. Locals shouldn’t be forced to drive home after supporting local restaurants because of overnight towing laws. Anywhere near Nottingham Park Events Every day in the summer. Overflow parks illegally in Beaver Bench parking lot When the suns out. People use the lake/park Early morning when the rec center is busy early afternoon when the rec center is busy weekends and afternoons Park When the Westin is full and their employees are using lots by the lake or a sunny day. weekday afternoons evenings During the summer in general, it's any nice day (good weather). And in my experience, parking shortages are usually later in the day as work days wind down, i.e. from around 3pm until dusk. Sunny weekend beach days at the lake Post Office, 1st Bank, Liquor Store Weekends Off season and weekends and all public concerts and events Weekend Weekends, nice days. Avon Elementary School - when school in is session. Nottingham Beach Parking lot - all the time. Ski season, library events, high guest season when hotel employees fill the spaces events in park Every summer evening Weekends Avon is unwelcoming to visitors and needs a free parking area and a convenient way to access town. Shopping is a drive to shopping mall to shopping mall and rarely allows for safe walking from storefront area to storefront area. at music events I walk everywhere Not enough parking for the beach. any time in summer it's tough to find a spot in the lot of W. Beaver Creek blvd and really anywhere close to the park Everywhere Random occasion Parking issue arrive when you have back in on street parking in front of post office ATTACHMENT B 108 | Appendix If you think there is a parking problem on the west side of Avon, then indicate the locations?26 Q50 - If you think there is a parking problem on the west side of Avon, then indicate the locations. (Click up to three locations) ATTACHMENT B 109 Where do you typically park when you visit the west side of Avon?27 Q13 - The following questions are regarding parking. Where do you typically park when you visit the west side of Avon? (Click up to three locations) ATTACHMENT B 110 | Appendix Rate the level of ease you typically experience in finding a parking space during a normal, non-event day on the east side of Avon. 28 Answer Results Easy 58%84 Sometimes difficult 33%48 Difficult 8%12 Total 100%144 58% 33% 8% HOW EASY IS IT TO FIND PARKING ON THE EAST SIDE ON AVON? Easy Sometimes difficult Difficult Write-in responses Seems to be daily now these days. We need affordable housing and public parking City Market parking lot City Market on busy days with tourists. varies Chapel Square - Ski Season and every where near Chapel Square Weekend Weekends ski days, high second home owner visit times, most nights A convenient free bus system through town would encourage visitors to visit all sections of town with ease. City Market is the worst. No but how about a parking structure by Avon elementary school City Market lot is not "driver" friendly - and often very crowded Please tell us when parking shortages occur on the east side of Avon.29 ATTACHMENT B 111 If you think there is a parking problem on the east side of Avon, then indicate the locations?30Q44 - If you think there is a parking problem on the east side of Avon, then indicate the locations. (Click up to three locations) ATTACHMENT B 112 | Appendix Where do you typically park when you visit the east side of Avon?31Q52 - Where do you typically park when you visit the east side of Avon? (click up to three locations) ATTACHMENT B 113 Please rank the quality of the pedestrian and cycling experience on the west side of Avon.32 Answer Results Excellent 13%18 Good 41%59 Average 31%45 Poor 10%14 Terrible 5%7 Total 100%143 13% 41% 31% 10% 5% WHAT PEOPLE THINK ABOUT THE PEDESTRIAN AND BICYCLE EXPERIENCE ON WEST SIDE OF AVON Excellent Good Average Poor Terrible ATTACHMENT B 114 | Appendix Please indicate the location where improved pedestrian or cyclist facilities are needed most on the west side of Avon. (Click up to three locations)33Q56 - Please indicate the locations where improved pedestrian or cyclist facilities are needed most on the west side of Avon. (Click up to three locations) ATTACHMENT B 115 Indicate additional details below about pedestrian or cyclist facilities for the west side of Avon.34 Write-in responses Indicate additional details below about pedestrian or cyclist facilities fo... Widen road a bit. Repurpose the tracks, build a boardwalk Cyclists cut through Walgreens (Sun Road) most don't use roundabout I-70 underpass at Metcalf Road Roundabouts are difficult as a cyclist. I usually ride on sidewalks on main road. Would prefer to avoid it entirely but there is no other way to work on north side of I-70. Not sure what best solution would be but worth exploring I live on the west side of Avon and I appreciate that I can walk easily in the area the more we can have lights at crossings the better Train tracks Paths are uneven and need repair and no center line for dual traffic. Signage needed for path courtesy On W Beaver Creek Blvd near intersection with Lake St. needs sidewalk. Very easy to walk/bike around. It's great! I think cyclist should have to register there bike if using streets or paths, they can be rude Better connection to trail along the river. Maybe an access point near the current Town Hall location The road work being completed now is helping with this tremendously Avon will never be Biker Friendly. The current location of the OVER SUBSCRIBED Avon Post Office prevents that. There are no real bike/car related issues. I ride that daily. So we dont need bike lanes or a road diet, but we do need sidewalks on Nottingham Road, the conditions there for children getting off the school bus and mothers pushing babies in strollers on the shoulder of the road is very dangerous! why cant the town have bicycle rider education courses and teach bicycle riders the rules of using the roads to ride on instead of painting up our streets??? Pedestrians hit by disc golf Cyclists do NOT obey traffic laws and do whatever they wish - more enforcement is needed for safety. Cross walks are ignored and some are too close to the roundabouts where cars are making turns. Can't see the pedestrians until they walk out in front of a car. bike path too narrow and used by cyclists, children in strollers, dogs with leashes (difficult to ride bike) along route 6 across from the elk lot It would be nice to hace separate bike/pedestrian trails in Nottingham Park in order to avoid potential collisions Bigger path W BC Blvd needs a bike lane that doesn't allow vehicle parking in it. The Sharrows on Avon Road are confusing for vehicles thus unsafe for cyclists. Avon's "islands of stores" layout does not encourage walking from one cluster of stores to another. This could be significantly be improved by better design (like a break in the wall between City Market & Pier 1) as well as pedestrian crossings with protection (lights) Stop catering to bycyxles brag break the laws and don't use stop signs. ATTACHMENT B 116 | Appendix More connections to river trail, continue improvements to west beaver creek blvd, bridge crossing for pedestrians over Avon road New Road markings are horrible, get rid of them and go back to how it was. Widen bike paths to make it safer for pedestrians and bikers. Consider dirt trail along side of paved trail Gets too crowded in summer and becomes scary with bike/walking traffic together Add wider paths through lake side of park and by library seasons building. Not on west beaver creek blvd Write-in responses (continued)Please rank the quality of the pedestrian and cycling experience on the east side of Avon.35 Answer Results Excellent 7%10 Good 26%35 Average 42%57 Poor 18%25 Terrible 7%10 Total 100%137 7% 26% 42% 18% 7% WHAT PEOPLE THINK ABOUT THE PEDESTRIAN AND BICYCLE EXPERIENCE ON THE EAST SIDE OF AVON Excellent Good Average Poor Terrible ATTACHMENT B 117 Please indicate the location where improved pedestrian or cyclist facilities are needed most on the east side of Avon. (Click up to three locations)36Q60 - Please indicate the locations where improved pedestrian or cyclist facilities are needed most on the east side of Avon. (Click up to three locations) ATTACHMENT B 118 | Appendix Indicate additional details below about pedestrian or cyclist facilities for the east side of Avon.37 Write-in responses Indicate additional details below about pedestrian or cyclist facilities fo... There is none. Have the boardwalk lead pedestrians to East Avon businesses Need sidewalks on E & W Beaver Creek Blvd Lanes on Benchmark & Beaver Creek Pl to City Market, and between city market and walmart would be great It would be neat if the railroad tracks could undergo a "rails to trails" improvement The new link to Eagle Vail is good. A path on road to Walmart could be added. can be uncomfortable in traffic Avon "cant' fix" the Biker problem. Traer Creek's land is the only chance Avon has. Drivers and bike riders are fine sharing the road, no need for any improvement or road diets. Same as above on west side. few dedicated bike paths...I use the road and dodge the cars myself there are no sidewalks to go from west to east side The town wasn't really concieved with pedestrians or cyclists in mind. None Sidewalks are the only options and are confusing and non-direct. Roadway throughout East Avon need better on road cycling facilities to remove cyclists from sidewalks and allow pedestrians to have a more enjoyable experience. See the comments for W. Avon Railroad track crossing where people currently use, continue improvements You have great possibilites of adding a paved path all the way to Walmart along the road. Also another good spot for a dirt trail that walkers and mtn bike users could use. Singletrack along railroad track an option? This could connect Minturn-Edwards ATTACHMENT B 119 Please indicate your age.38 Answer Results under 18 3%4 19 to 24 5%8 25 to 34 24%37 35 to 44 21%32 45 to 54 21%33 55 to 64 10%16 65 to 74 14%22 75 to 84 2%3 85 or older 1%1 Total 100%156 3%5% 24% 21% 21% 10% 14% 2% 1% SURVEY PARTICIPANT AGES under 18 19 to 24 25 to 34 35 to 44 45 to 54 55 to 64 65 to 74 75 to 84 85 or older SURVEY PARTICIPANTS DEMOGRAPHICS Is the Avon area or Vail Valley your primary or secondary residence?39 Answer Results Primary residence 91%103 Secondary residence 9%10 Total 100%113 91% 9% PRIMARY AND SECONDARY RESIDENCE Primary residence Secondary residence ATTACHMENT B 120 | Appendix How long have you lived in the Avon area or the Vail Valley?40 Answer Results Less than one year 4%5 One to three years 10%11 Three to ten years 27%31 Ten years or longer 59%67 Total 100%114 4%10% 27%59% HOW LONG SURVEY PARTICIPANTS HAVE LIVED IN THE AVON AREA Less than one year one to three years three to ten years ten years or longer What housing type best describes your home in Avon or the Vail Valley?41 Answer Results Single-family house 23%27 Condominium 44%51 Townhouse 13%15 Apartment 14%16 Mobile home 1%1 Other (please specify)4%5 Total 100%115 Write-in responses Duplex Duplex rental Duplex Duplex 23% 44% 13% 14% 1% 4% SINGLE-FAMILY HOUSE CONDOMINIUM TOWNHOUSE APARTMENT MOBILE HOME OTHER (PLEASE INDICATE) HOUSING TYPES OF SURVEY PARTICIPANTS ATTACHMENT B 121 Where is your residence in Avon or the Vail Valley?42 Answer Results Avon: East Commercial and Residential Core area (ie Chapel Square, Benchmark Plaza, Christie Lodge, Avon Plaza) 1%1 Avon: West Commercial and Residential Core area (ie The Seasons at Avon, Lodge at Avon Center, Sheraton, Comfort Inn) 7%11 Avon: Nottingham Park/ Sunridge/ Liftview/ Brookside areas 24%38 Avon: Aspens Mobile Home Village/ Westlake Village areas 1%2 Avon: Nottingham Road/ Metcalf Road areas 4%7 Avon: Wildridge/ Wildwood areas 16%25 Avon: Mountain Star area 1%1 Avon: Hurd/ Eaglebend areas 9%14 Avon: Swift Gulch Road/ Traer Creek areas (ie Buffalo Ridge Apartments) 4%6 Beaver Creek 3%4 Vail 4%7 Elsewhere in Eagle County 25%39 Other (please specify)2%3 Total 100%158 Eagle vail Eagle Miller Ranch, Edwards Eagle-vail Miller Ranch Edwards soon to be avon Miller Ranch Edwards Edwards, but I work in Avon and am there regularly Eagle-Vail Minturn Eagle Vail Eagle, I work in Avon Edwards EAGLE Edwards eagle-vail Edwards Write-in responses Single tree Edwards Eagle-vail Edwards Pazzo's employee live in Red Cliff Edwards Edwards Eagle County Edwards edwards Arrowhead eagle vail Homestead Edwards - But I work in Avon daily Edwards-Squaw Creek Rd. Eagle Vail Edwards Edwards Arrowhead..no town to speak of.. wolcott ATTACHMENT B 122 | Appendix Where is your residence in Avon or the Vail Valley? (continued)42 1% 7% 24% 1% 4% 16% 1% 9% 4% 3% 4% 25% 2% AVON: EAST COMMERCIAL AND RESIDENTIAL CORE AREA (I.E. CHAPEL SQUARE, BENCHMARK PLAZA, CHRISTIE LODGE, AVON PLAZA) AVON: WEST COMMERCIAL AND RESIDENTIAL CORE AREA (I.E. THE SEASONS AT AVON, LODGE AT AVON CENTER, SHERATON, COMFORT INN) AVON: NOTTINGHAM PARK/ SUNRIDGE/ LIFTVIEW/ BROOKSIDE AREAS AVON: ASPENS MOBILE HOME VILLAGE/ WESTLAKE VILLAGE AREAS AVON: NOTTINGHAM ROAD/ METCALF ROAD AREAS AVON: WILDRIDGE/ WILDWOOD AREAS AVON: MOUNTAIN STAR AREA AVON: HURD LANE/ EAGLEBEND AREAS AVON: SWIFT GULCH ROAD/ TRAER CREEK AREAS (I.E. BUFFALO RIDGE APARTMENTS) BEAVER CREEK VAIL ELSEWHERE IN EAGLE COUNTY (PLEASE SPECIFY) OTHER (PLEASE SPECIFY) WHERE DO THE SURVEY PARTICIPANTS LIVE? ATTACHMENT B 123 POPULATION TRENDS Between 2000 and 2014, Avon’s population grew by 15%. Avon added 823 residents during this time, while the county as a whole added 10,574 residents. Total population figures increase significantly during winter and summer tourism seasons. Source: Colorado State Demographer AVERAGE HOUSEHOLD SIZE Average household size in Avon compared to Eagle County and the state of Colorado shows that Avon has, on average, a slightly higher household size. Source: Colorado State Demographer 1990 2000 2010 0 1,000 2,000 3,000 4,000 5,000 6,000 7,000 1990 2000 2014 2.3 2.35 2.4 2.45 2.5 2.55 2.6 2.65 2.7 2.75 2.8 2.85 Avon Eagle County Colorado TOWN OF AVON DEMOGRAPHICS ATTACHMENT B 124 | Appendix 0.00% 2.00% 4.00% 6.00% 8.00% 10.00% 12.00% 14.00%under 5 years5 to 910 to 1415 to 1920 to 2425 to 2930 to 3435 to 3940 to 4445 to 4950 to 5455 to 5960 to 6465 to 6970 to 7475 to 7980 to 8485 years and overPOPULATION CHARACTERISTICS The population distribution by age of Avon is generally younger than Eagle County. Source: US Census Bureau, 2014 32% 23% 45% HOUSING OWNERSHIP Avon’s housing occupancy is made up of renter occupied units, owner occupied units, and vacant units. Vacant units are defined as no one living at the property at the time of the survey, unless the occupants are only temporarily absent.Owner occupied units Renter occupied units Vacant units Town of Avon Eagle County ATTACHMENT B 125 SUN AND SHADE STUDIES March 20 - 8:00 am June 20 - 8:00 am September 20 - 8:00 am December 21 - 8:00 am March 20 - 10:00 am June 20 - 10:00 am September 20 - 10:00 am December 21 - 10:00 am March 20 - 12:00 pm June 20 - 12:00 pm September 20 - 12:00 pm December 21 - 12:00 pm March 20 - 2:00 pm June 20 - 2:00 pm September 20 - 2:00 pm December 21 - 2:00 pm March 20 - 4:00 pm June 20 - 4:00 pm September 20 - 4:00 pm December 21 - 4:00 pm TRACT G ATTACHMENT B 126 | Appendix LOT 5 March 20 - 8:00 am June 20 - 8:00 am September 20 - 8:00 am December 21 - 8:00 am March 20 - 10:00 am June 20 - 10:00 am September 20 - 10:00 am December 21 - 10:00 am March 20 - 12:00 pm June 20 - 12:00 pm September 20 - 12:00 pm December 21 - 12:00 pm March 20 - 2:00 pm June 20 - 2:00 pm September 20 - 2:00 pm December 21 - 2:00 pm March 20 - 4:00 pm June 20 - 4:00 pm September 20 - 4:00 pm December 21 - 4:00 pm ATTACHMENT B 127 WILDRIDGE FIRE HOUSE March 20 - 8:00 am June 20 - 8:00 am September 20 - 8:00 am December 21 - 8:00 am March 20 - 10:00 am June 20 - 10:00 am September 20 - 10:00 am December 21 - 10:00 am March 20 - 12:00 pm June 20 - 12:00 pm September 20 - 12:00 pm December 21 - 12:00 pm March 20 - 2:00 pm June 20 - 2:00 pm September 20 - 2:00 pm December 21 - 2:00 pm March 20 - 4:00 pm June 20 - 4:00 pm September 20 - 4:00 pm December 21 - 4:00 pm ATTACHMENT B 128 | Appendix March 20 - 8:00 am June 20 - 8:00 am September 20 - 8:00 am December 21 - 8:00 am March 20 - 10:00 am June 20 - 10:00 am September 20 - 10:00 am December 21 - 10:00 am March 20 - 12:00 pm June 20 - 12:00 pm September 20 - 12:00 pm December 21 - 12:00 pm March 20 - 2:00 pm June 20 - 2:00 pm September 20 - 2:00 pm December 21 - 2:00 pm March 20 - 4:00 pm June 20 - 4:00 pm September 20 - 4:00 pm December 21 - 4:00 pm SWIFT GULCH ATTACHMENT B 129 SLOPE STUDIES 0’N 50’100’200’ TRACT G ATTACHMENT B 130 | Appendix 0’N 20’40’80’ LOT 5 ATTACHMENT B 131 0’N 10’20’40’ WILDRIDGE FIRE HOUSE ATTACHMENT B 132 | Appendix 0’N 50’100’200’ SWIFT GULCH ATTACHMENT B 133 PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK ATTACHMENT B ASHEVILLE • ASPEN • AUSTIN • CHICAGO • DENVER • DUBAI • HOUSTON • LAKE TAHOE • LOS ANGELES • SHANGHAI DW LEGACY DESIGN® We believe that when environment, economics, art and community are combined in harmony with the dictates of the land and needs of society, magical places result — sustainable places of timeless beauty, significant value and enduring quality, places that lift the spirit. Design Workshop is dedicated to creating Legacy projects: for our clients, for society and for the well-being of our planet. ATTACHMENT B TOWN‐OWNED PROPERTIES PLAN TIMELINE December 2016 Consultant Selection  RFP and consultant selection January 2017 Project Startup  Background Information Collection February 22‐23, 2017 Stakeholder Meetings & Charrette  Preliminary review of all Town Properties  Wildridge Community Meeting  Three alternatives were developed based upon input April 2017 Open House  Prioritization Exercises  Review of Multi‐modal conditions in Town June 2017 Public Meeting  Draft Plan released  Dot Voting and Prioritization Exercises August 1, 2017 Planning & Zoning Review  Public Hearing  Recommendation forwarded to Council to advance Hahnewald Barn planning  Additional amendments to the Plan were requested (i.e. no disc golf) August 22, 2017 Council Review of Barn  Town Council authorized engagement of architectural/engineering services to study Barn relocation to Tract G, including estimates of all costs. September – October 2017 Barn Study  RFP for architectural services  Public “charrette” to site the barn and engage other professionals (barn mover, civil) November 14, 2017 Barn Study Results Presented  Council recommended cost savings options and working with Historic Committee January 15, 2018 Final Draft Published  Staff determination that Mobility Plan be utilized as reference document  Public Adoption hearings scheduled and informational sessions advertised January 31 – February 12 Informational Sessions  Survey Instrument for Final Draft Plan published  Five (5) informational sessions conducted to distribute information about the project. February 20, 2018 Planning & Zoning Public Hearing  Recommendation to Town Council March 2018 Town Council Adoption ATTACHMENT C 1 From: Carolyn Swanepoel Sent: Friday, February 02, 2018 10:57 PM To: John Curutchet Subject: INDOOR PICKLEBALL Sir: I understand the Avon Planning Board is meeting to discuss the possibility of building a building that could accommodate indoor pickleball. There is scarcely a better use for it than to offer a broad mix of athletes ‐‐ young and old ‐‐ a facility to play this fast‐growing sport year 'round and especially during winter and inclimate weather. While pickleball appeals greatly to seniors, many schools are now including it in their physical ed. classes. Four pickleball courts can be built on the same space as one tennis court. Result: 16 people are in action vs. only 4 assuming the play is doubles and not singles. Pickleball is almost always played in the doubles format. And since the courts are smaller, there is less distance to run again appealing to athletes of all ages. It's lots easier for both seniors and young people to play this game. It is a quick "learn" usually resulting in a good game after about 20 minutes of instruction. Gypsum is an excellent example of how the Gypsum Rec. Center and the pickleball courts at Cotton Ranch move players back and forth on a schedule depending on weather conditions. Since the sport came to that area it isn't unusual to see 30‐40 players in action at one time. The same success would be sure to occur in Avon particularly since there is a greater population involved. The building under consideration would surely not be used for pickleball exclusively, but with reasonable specifications such as ceiling height and court lines a reasonable distance from walls, this fast growing, easy to learn and fun to play sport could be centered in Avon where the concentrated local population will have the best indoor facility in the valley. The Avon Planning Board and Avon Rec. District have a unique opportunity. When finished, I believe you will find an indoor pickleball facility both exciting and rewarding and definitely in high demand. ‐‐ Carolyn Swanepoel ATTACHMENT D 1 From: mindy feldman Sent: Sunday, February 04, 2018 12:49 PM To: John Curutchet Subject: Indoor Facility Hi, I had the local Radio Shack store for 30 years in Avon. I also own a house in Wildridge and love it here. I finally have time to enjoy my life after many years of raising 3 daughters and working long hours at the store. I took up pickleball 4 years ago and am addicted like thousands of other people as it is the fastest growing racquet sport in the country. I am not able to attend the meeting because I am actually in Arizona at a pickleball resort. I would love to see you put in a multi‐use facility in Avon. I have been all over the country and played in multi‐use gyms. Here are some things that would make for good pickleball playing. ‐It would be great if it could accommodate 3 courts. ‐The lighting needs to be special to prevent glare on the courts. ATTACHMENT D 2 ‐The lines should be a bright color as they are mixed with the basketball and other sports. Even thought it is usually the seniors that play all ages are starting. Our aging eyes need great lighting and bright lines. And most of all during the winter alot of us have stopped outdoor winter sports and would love to play pickleball a few times a week like they do in Gypsum and Vail. One last point is whenever we travel now we only go to places that have established pickleball programs and nice courts. I think it would be an added value to our town. Thank you for your consideration on this! Kind regards, Mindy Feldman ATTACHMENT D 1 From: John Curutchet Sent: Monday, February 05, 2018 3:58 PM To: engage Subject: FW: Rec Center Expansion. From: CHARLES PENWILL Sent: Saturday, February 03, 2018 9:20 AM To: John Curutchet Subject: Rec Center Expansion. John, you seem to be getting quite a few letters from the PB crowd in favor of a gym, and I would add my name to the list. Hope you can get these comments to the "committee". As a long-time local (1971) it has always amazed me that Vail never built a Rec Center, and now that they are looking for entertainment alternatives (softer winters), they are regretting this. Avon has the opportunity to step in and expand their role with a customer base that stretches from Vail Pass to Eagle.Plenty of user fees to be found in Vail, Beaver Creek, Bachelor Gulch, Arrowhead, Singletree, Cordillera, Red Sky Ranch etc. A place to play basketball, volleyball,and yes...pickleball, without relying on school district facilities, would be a major step forward.While there are other pieces to the rec.plan, I believe a rec center addition would offer by far the most bang for the buck. Thanks. PS Would be happy to "consult" on the design to make sure it works for PB! ATTACHMENT D 1 ‐‐‐‐‐Original Message‐‐‐‐‐ From: Susan Orick Sent: Saturday, February 03, 2018 11:56 AM To: John Curutchet Subject: Pickle ball We spent last summer in Avon and plan to come back next summer with the intent of buying a place of our own rather than renting. One of the main reasons we enjoyed the summer was playing pickle ball in Avon. We are wintering in Florida right now where we continue to play five days a week. I can’t explain to you why my husband and I enjoy it so much, but we would rather be on the court for 2 or 3 hours a day getting exercise and being challenged than going for a walk or hike. Plus we have the opportunity to meet and make many new friends. Now we feel like we are part of the Avon community. Please please continue to invest in pickle ball. Indoor courts would be amazing and would keep us fit throughout the year! Thank you for listening to our point of view, Susan and Ed Orick ATTACHMENT D 1 From: Annah Sent: Tuesday, February 06, 2018 11:02 AM To: engage Subject: Save the barn I am writing to voice my support of relocating the Hahnewald Barn to Tract G at Harry A. Nottingham Park, Avon to be used as a possible small theater venue for arts including music, dance and plays, and also a meeting/event space for weddings, conferences, parties etc. Save the barn! Annah Scully ATTACHMENT D 1 ‐‐‐‐‐Original Message‐‐‐‐‐ From: Margaret Rogers Sent: Tuesday, February 06, 2018 12:58 PM To: John Curutchet Subject: Rec Center Hi John, I’m sorry I was unable to attend the meeting at the fire station last evening. I wanted to let you know that I totally support the expansion of the rec center to include a multi purpose area which would include pickleball. As you know, pickleball is the fastest growing sport in the country. In the last two years it has grown exponentially in the Vail valley. We simply do not have the courts in the Valley to meet the demand. New courts in Avon would help the players and boost the Avon economy. We do go out for lunch and dinner after play. Thank you, Margaret Rogers ATTACHMENT D 1 From: Pedro Campos Sent: Sunday, February 04, 2018 10:39 PM To: Virginia Egger Cc: Louise Duncan ; Bobby Bank ; Matt Pielsticker <mpielsticker@avon.org> Subject: Re: Town of Avon Properties Plan Hi Virginia, Thanks for sending and the opportunity to comment. Especially since I am out of the office this week on business and will miss the meeting. What is the long term plan for parking? Is there still a parking garage facility planned in the West Town Center, or elsewhere in Town? I personally believe the highest and best use of the old Town Hall is a multi-level parking garage, one or two levels underground, and one level above, and with a roof plaza with views of the park and Beaver Creek, and mix of other uses too integrated into the parking garage, similar to uses on the SW corner of the Lionshead Parking Garage. This was as recommended in the Harry Nottingham Park Master Plan from 2009, obviously there is a new direction that has emerged. I don't dislike or oppose the barn relocation, but my opinion is that a multi-use mixed use parking garage will serve the Town better in this location in the long run for parking for events, the library, the rec center, the park, ice rinks and in winter for skier parking too. I think the site is big enough for approx 160 to 200 cars per level and there could be a supply of 400 to 600 cars with 2 to 3 levels. Maybe it sounds unrealistic today but in 15 to 20 years I anticipate that supply will be necessary. Especially if our committee and the Town succeeds and becomes a really popular event destination. BC is charging for parking and the Traer Creek Rodeo Lot will one day be developed (hopefully). I don't see where the 5,000 people coming for the super popular 2035 Man of Cliff are going to park and important to have some convenient parking nearby to the events venue. There are evenings now that it is hard to find a parking spot at the rec center and especially if something is going on at Town Hall or the Library. And when there are events, the rec center parking sort of gets crushed and is hard to access. Vail generates approx 3 million in revenue from parking garages annually and once the bonds are paid for, the parking becomes a great revolving source of revenue. And the other thing it does is get cars off the streets to create exclusive pedestrian environments, which is perhaps the greatest benefit of the parking garages. My two cents.....barn ok but hope it doesn't take away the parking opportunity.... The rest of the plan generally makes sense to me, I've taken a look at it at the Rec Center when I'm picking up one of the Narwhals. Regards, Pedro ATTACHMENT D 1 From: Nancy Dowell Sent: Wednesday, February 07, 2018 12:43 PM To: engage ; John Curutchet Cc: 'Michael Kieler' Subject: pickleball supporter! Hello! My husband and I were in Steamboat Springs over this past weekend for a wedding. We had a chance to play pickleball under a indoor dome with their group at the local Tennis Center on Sunday. It was well attended with 8 courts filled and people waiting to play. They apparently also have other pickleball courts outside. We saw them, but I am not sure how many additional courts they have (maybe 6?). Upon talking with the people there, plans are underway to expand even more to possible host tournaments and the like. Collectively, they think there is both a local need and, hopefully, a positive commercial impact(that would benefit lodging, restaurants and the like). We sure like the sport and are planning on playing tournaments in various places in the country this summer from time to time. More courts, especially those capable of being utilized for tournament play and available in inclement weather including winter, would be a really great idea. There is a lack of places to practice and play most of the year. I am also seeing tourists dropping in with the simple equipment needed. Seniors are out on the courts staying or becoming active (which makes me very happy), people are staying active while recovering from injuries, kids are playing, young adults (with admirable agility!) are mixing in with the group‐ all having an amazing time together. What could be better? Please consider this an endorsement for pickleball with my unwavering support. If you know anyone who has played pickleball, you will likely find them trying to talk you into playing. It is the most enthusiastic group I know! Thank you, Nancy Nancy Dowell Grouse Mountain Grill Beaver Creek Resort ATTACHMENT D 1 From: Darquier, Delfina Sent: Sunday, February 11, 2018 12:00 PM To: engage Subject: Barn relocation I Think the Barn relocation is a fantastic idea. I would love to see the barn keep the look and the historic value. I believe the historic value has to be preserved and it can become such a great venue for so many activities and at the same time, remind everyone of the Avon roots. History preservation is of outmost importance as we live in this plastic worlds, where nothing is made the way things were made in the past. It gives perspective of where we come from. I support this project 100%. Delfina Darquier Real Estate Advisor ENGEL & VÖLKERS, Vail Licensee of Engel & Völkers U.S. Holdings, Inc.63 Avondale Lane Suite C-3 Beaver Creek, CO 81620 ATTACHMENT D 1 From: Laura Thompson Sent: Monday, February 12, 2018 2:42 PM To: engage <engage@avon.org> Subject: Relocation of Hannenwald Barn The history of Avon proved important to the economic development of the Eagle River Valley. Folks who arrive today have no idea there existed anything else but The Westin, Starbucks and Beaver Creek ski resort. The barn could be rented out for events much like the Donavon Pavillon, bringing new revenue to the town. It could also house a small museum depicting the historical evolution of Avon including the railroad, agriculture and recreation. I am keenly aware of the history of Avon having written the book “Beaver Creek” published by Arcadia Publishing in 2014. Thank you for your consideration regarding the preservation of the barn. Laura Thompson P.O. Box 309 Wolcott, CO 81655 ATTACHMENT D 1 From: Tom & Jeanette Hix Sent: Wednesday, February 14, 2018 8:51 AM To: engage Subject: Avon Park I support of relocating the Hahnewald Barn to Tract G at Harry A. Nottingham Park. The renovated Barn would be a great asset to the park and could be used as an events facility, a museum of Avon artifacts, and learning facility . What an asset to the town of Avon. It’s placement in the park would add a uniqueness to the Town of Avon that does not exist at this time. Jeanette Hix 120 East Hurd Lane Unit 102 A ATTACHMENT D 1 Matt Pielsticker Subject:FW: Comment on Firehouse in Wildridge From: Gary McDavid Sent: Wednesday, February 22, 2017 8:32 PM To: Sarah Smith Hymes; Scott Prince Subject: Fire House in Wildridge Hi Sarah and Scott, I saw you at the meeting last night, and had another thought as I was driving home. I am looking at 2 options for the Fire House — the community center and low income housing for fire fighters and other public employees. The community center basically serves the Wildridge community. This could be helpful to the community, but the benefits would go largely to Wildridge even though others might use it. On the other hand, the low income housing for fire fighters option serves all of Avon and the surrounding area. This land had been used as a fire house and so had been used to serve the Avon community as a whole. Using the property as a low income property for fire fighters keeps the focus of that property on serving the Avon Community as a whole. That sounds like a good idea. I suspect that our fire fighters are not well paid, and are often raising families on those salaries. It was mentioned at the meeting that some of them drive in from Denver to be on duty for a period of time and at that time they stay at the fire house. Nevertheless, local housing at a reasonable price might be a meaningful benefit to them. At least it is worth exploring. I favor helping our entire community by helping the fire fighters and their families with housing. This would be a sacrifice by Wildridge, but one I would be willing to support. Perhaps we could combine low income housing with some community center activities — basketball court, playground for kids, etc. Nice seeing you both again, Gary Gary McDavid 5531 Coyote Ridge ATTACHMENT D 1 Matt Pielsticker From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Tambi Katieb Wednesday, March 08, 2017 10:14 AM Virginia Egger; ; Matt Pielsticker Terry Smith Tract G planning meeting - Avon Library information Dear Virginia, Becky, Matt, Thank you for holding the stakeholder input meetings on the 22nd for Tract G planning. The meeting organization provided for a relaxed and informal session, and in both of our group discussions, there were a number of interesting ideas generated for the Town Center area around the library including expansion of our facility on the fire station property. Unfortunately, due to format and time of our discussions the constraints affecting some of the ‘big ideas’ for redevelopment planning in the Town Center area - including parking and transit use - were not on the agenda. We understand the parking/multimodal study is also underway, and findings from this side of the project might have helped to frame the ‘big idea’ discussions of last week. Having said that, we are sure those results will be integrated into the planning effort when they are ready and wanted to offer a few facts regarding Avon library use and parking demand so it is well understood by the project team. We would be happy to discuss our unique demands with you as ideas start to coalesce ahead of the draft plan redevelopment options. The Avon library has an average of 500 to 600 patrons daily, most of which do not rely on public transportation but drive directly to the facility. The library hosts a number of children programs (7 per week on average) as well as special events (meetings, bravo, summer reading, movies) with an average attendance of 25 patrons at events. Our Beaver Creek Room is also reserved 2 to 3 times per week for meetings, and is used by a number of local groups (rotary, us forest service, eagle county, watershed council, homeschool groups, etc). We are pointing out these patron demographics to the design team since there aspects of multimodal transportation that just do not work with our patrons and cannot be relied upon as a mixed use reduction to available parking for the library as they might in a different urban setting. Obviously, mothers with small children living in a residential neighborhood not within a 5 minute walk will not normally look to public transit to attend programs - just like those folks visiting our facility for an event, special program or public meeting. Tract G, by Town staff estimates, includes 337 spaces for uses today, including the 35 spaces next to the skier building and the 25 2-hour limited on street parking spaces on Mikaela Way adjacent to the library. According to Town code, the public library requires 72 off street parking spaces and the skier building (as constructed) requires about 58 parking spaces. At one point this past Fall, we discussed designated at least 50 spaces on Mikaela Way and behind the library as ‘library patron’ parking only. We understood those designations were on hold pending the outcome of this plan effort. We are very excited about opportunities to expand our campus and, working with the Town, add ATTACHMENT D 2 to the vitality of civic uses and public gathering places in the Town Center. We want to be clear that in any future redevelopment scenario we might envision, convenient and accessible library parking must be considered. Thank you. Tambi Tambi Katieb, AICP Land Planning Collaborative, Inc. The information transmitted in this e-mail is the property of Land Planning Collaborative, Inc. and is intended only for the person or entity to which it is addressed and may contain confidential and/or privileged material. Any review, retransmission, dissemination or other use of, or taking of any action in reliance upon, this information by persons or entities other than the intended recipient is prohibited. If you received this in error, please contact the sender by responding to this e-mail and delete the material immediately. Nothing in this communication is intended to operate as an electronic signature under law ATTACHMENT D 1 From: Sent: To: Subject: Kathy Ryan Friday, March 31, 2017 12:05 PM Matt Pielsticker; Jennie Fancher; Jake Wolf April 5 Hi! I am unable to attend the 'educational meeting' on April 5th. IMHO the CCC building should remain as is, a historical landmark of our past. Long time residents were opposed to the performance pavilion, and now that pavilion is driving the appearance and peacefulness of Nottingham Park. I understood we engineered the underground rooms of the pavilion to be for staging and prep. Now the town visualizes additional / more facilities / room for staging and prep? Spending additional funds for an intermittently used eyesore which disrupts the peacefulness of the community is unsavory. >>>> The SUP venue should be returned to the area adjacent to the "docking marina" eliminating the unsightly storage container business, which was moved to the North Shore. The existing CCC building creates a venue for that business. Summer parking will be improved using lots and spaces in that direction.... a broader use of Lake property provided to those you are drawing to the park. You might even put a sand beach around the concrete road into the lake. >>>>> Volleyball courts should be re positioned in their original location, at the open space in front of the recreation center near bathrooms and water fountains. Existing sand of current volleyball courts will enlarge the N Shore beach area, which is very crowded during the summer months of June and July. >>>>> Ice skating? the 2 rinks built this past winter were Rarely used. The town killed interest in ice skating features when Dock Dogs damaged the lake liner, and the Zamboni sunk through the air space between ice and water. Before this disaster, Lake hockey and skating was popular, with frequent tournaments and recreational skaters. Small Ice Rinks do not serve tournament play. Postage stamp rinks just aren't fun.... who likes to skate in small circles? obviously no one in this community. The town killed this event, RIP. >> Development is not one of the core values which drew long time residents to this area. You are serving the profit seekers and not your core residents who value open space, history and green areas. Re-purpose existing areas and facilities to create better activity flow and facility use, is a core value. Kathy Ryan ATTACHMENT D Page 1 of 2 5 April 2017 Town Council and Planning Commission Town of Avon RE: Tract G Planning – Public Comment Dear planners, members of the Avon Town Council and Planning Commissioners, I am unable to attend the Avon Town Owned Properties public open house where the planning options will be presented. I hope that you will accept the comments below for the record. My comments will be limited to the tract G options. I comment Design Workshop on their efforts and the ideas they are presenting. The ideas for activities that could be added to the park are exciting and many would offer amazing new opportunities for residents and guests. However, I am discouraged by the “kit of parts” approach to how these activities have been planned to occupy their park setting leaving the town’s crown jewel over programmed. I have the following observations: Synergy and Placemaking • The town has worked hard for years to knit together its built environment into something more walkable and cohesive. The recently approved improvements to Beaver Creek Blvd are an excellent example. Much like the first plans for BC Blvd, we are seemingly trying to cram too much into the plan just because we have the space. We need to ask the question of what is enough and what is appropriate. I realize that is the purpose of this exercise and I just want to emphasize that less is more and that this only remains a park if there are some un-programmed park spaces remaining. • The proposed park plans scatter activities seemingly equally around the lake without regard to how they work together to create places and enhance their surroundings. Think about the synergy between uses, which can share resources and which reinforce each other to make each more successful. • It is in the spaces between – in planner speak the “negative space” that will determine the success of this plan to both enhance opportunities for recreating and for the park to remain park-like. Threshold and Edge • The placement of proposed buildings along the railroad tracks and old fire station is at once a very urban design, yet feels entirely suburban. What are these buildings like? What is their relationship to the park? The parking? Each other? Where is the sun, the views, etc. The third dimension is critical! • The proposed plans seem to ignore the terminus and axis of the pedestrian mall as it meets the park. This is arguably the most critical threshold between the two worlds: town and park. Past plans have envisioned a grand stair or other gesture to create a recognizable threshold. Any new proposed plan must address this. The axis leading up to this point should also be reinforced or purposely eroded. Right now it is neither - It is a non-experience. The boundary and threshold is a road…. ATTACHMENT D Page 2 of 2 Specific Comments • Hahnewald Barn – This is a critical component for the park. Besides being a great size for an event venue, to lose this barn would be tragic and a shame. Ties to Avon’s agrarian past are few and this is by far the most iconic example. I deserves a permanent home for appreciation (and use) by the public. o The barn shown on all of the plans is the wrong size and does not match the actual size. This is obviously important and should be corrected on all subsequent plans. o As an agricultural relic, the barn’s relationship to open space is critical. All of the plans isolate the barn and treat it like an urban building. This is a huge mistake. It does not need to be statically preserved, but it does need to retain some measure of historical context where it was connected to pastures and fields. Luckily the main multi use field in the park is a perfect setting! The barn must retain a strong connection to this landscape and not be isolated by hardscape or roads. • Ice sheets: We do not need more than one ice option and no plan should show more than one. o Covered Indoor Ice Rink: The size of this structure relative to the ice sheet inside is way too tight. It leaves no room for seating or locker facilities limiting its use as a venue. Given the inward focus of a building like this, it is better suited in a land locked location like the old fire station site; not adjacent to the park. o Ice Ribbon: Cool idea! Assuming this ice sheet would need to be mechanically chilled, it seems and expensive proposition. If not, it would limit the duration of its use especially if uncovered. What would this space become in summer? Where would ice surfacing equipment be stored? It would be nice if the ribbon portion could extend further and create a bigger adventure. This seems to be the least adaptable idea, but would be unique. o Covered ice rink: This seems to be the best option because it could be multipurpose. Covering the ice sheet will extend its season yet still provide an outdoor experience. The space could be designed to become a covered farmers market and event space in summer. If adjacent to the barn these two spaces could function together for revenue producing events. Look at the Santa Fe railyard development and adjacent artist plaza as an example. • Recreation Center Expansion: All plans should be revised to show the previously contemplated and planned expansion to the south that served to reinforce the mall. o Benchmark road should be severed to eliminate its crossing of the mall. There is no traffic need for two parallel roads so close together. o Structured parking should be incorporated into this expansion to serve the new town hall, the mall, the rec center and the park. Concept Idea: Give the barn a prominent location that will serve to anchor both the mall and park. See the attached sketch. • Orient the barn parallel to lake street at the end of the axis to the mall. From the mall you can’t really see anything in the park or the lake so the end of the mall seems to fade away with nothing to draw you west. The barn would make a grand terminus for the mall and invite you toward the park. • Create a glass “slice” through the building preserving the view along the mall axis, but also creating a reorientation of arrival to the ends. • The glass center of the barn could be the lobby for two new event spaces for the town and as a stunning event space of its own and a great VIP area for concerts. • Both ends of the barn could be enhanced with plazas and stairs down to park level serving both as the threshold to the park and pre-convene or event space tied to the barn and to other adjacent uses like the food collective (and a space for a food truck or two). • And the back side lower level of the barn can adjoin the park grass without barrier preserving the agrarian connection I believe is so critical and functional. The lower level of the barn could house concessions, park maintenance or recreation storage, public restrooms, artist studios, etc. Attached is a quick sketch plan outlining this idea. Thank you for your consideration of these comments. Sincerely, Brian Sipes, AIA, LEED AP Sipes Architects ATTACHMENT D ATTACHMENT D 1 From: Kathy Ryan ] Sent: Monday, April 17, 2017 9:19 AM To: Virginia Egger; Jake Wolf; Jennie Fancher Cc: Bobby Bank; Chris Cofelice; David Courtney; Derek George; Jaime Fisher; ; Lisa Mattis; Mac Garnsey; Pedro Campos; Ruth Stanley; Tim Haley; Tom Butz ); Trevor Davis; Trevor Spinks; Casey Willis; Louise Duncan Subject: Re: Monthly Ad Hoc Special Event Committee Monthly Meetings Hi! I survived the the new knee accompanied with morphine allergy. Who would have guessed? I kept passing out for 4 days..... ended in assisted living for 7 days. But, I'm back and won the fight. How might I get an update on the April 4th meeting of this committee , Which I missed because of my ongoing drama. This is my second request for same. My neighborhood is buzzing about discussions which occurred during the 4-4-17 information meeting. I'm one of their connections to this governmental process of maintaining quietly used open space, and gatherings of well behaved, sober guests.🙌 we believe Nottingham PArk should not have a 'circus' overtone, complete with locals having to protect our assets from poorly behaved guests. We are concerned that government and planners are using the euphamizing descriptor of ' bringing vitality and activity' to the Nottingham arena without a significant infrastructure in place, as well as respect for property owners living adjacent to venues and activities. And, admits this, we want government to limit its spending, to live within a budget where correct priorities are addressed. Ideally, park development should be thoughtful and lineal, rather than decisions made 'off the cuff and sporadic.' Thanks again! Kathy Ryan "Even broken crayons color" ... Unknown ATTACHMENT D April 20, 2017 A brief memo to the Town of Avon regarding proposed improvements to public land Dana Swing- Good day to you. It has come to my attention that the Town of Avon is seeking public input on future development of Town property. Although I have not been able to participate in the meetings that have taken place recently, I am very interested in the direction Avon is going as a town. My husband and I bought a small Liftview condo in 2004. In 2007 we moved to Denver so I could pursue my academic and career goals. In 2016 we finally moved back to Liftivew and have never been happier. While a lot has changed in town, we feel that the improvements have generally added to the aesthetic character of it. We can still seek solitude on the bike path, go fishing or skiing and take the kids to the park all without getting in a car. This is a pivotal time in Town history where any new changes will forever alter its character and we intend to be a part of the process. The Town of Avon, and Eagle County in general, boast a very high quality of life. This means that we strive for a healthy balance between work and recreation, family activities and personal communion with nature. In order to keep this balance, I believe it is critical to maintain a healthy open space to commercial development ratio. If the town added new buildings and facilities to the vacant land without adding additional open space, then the character and appeal of the Town would diminish and we would just be another ski town. The benefit that residents and visitors get from being here is the small town atmosphere and the recreation readily available out of the front door via user-friendly paths and transit without that common “overbuilt” feeling. It is important that we as a town guard these benefits. We are now living in the age of urban homesteading. The paradox here is that cities are growing and rural communities are shrinking while the interest in gardening and producing your own food is the greatest is has ever been. More people than ever before in modern history have a garden of some sort, and more people are taking an interest in urban husbandry, which is typically limited to bees and chickens. Part of our cultural heritage here is the pioneers who homesteaded the area and lived off the land. The Town of Avon includes many different residential areas that are spread out along the valley floor and up on the hillsides. Given the geographical separation these communities have from one another, I believe it is imperative to have a place of communion that does not require spending money, and that encourages people to participate in grounding activities such as gardening. The local schools would also benefit from such a place. I believe that Avon can achieve several of its established goals by designating a small area (an acre would be plenty) to a space where members of the community can maintain their own raised bed garden, where bees are permanent residents, where workshops are held on a variety of topics, where people can come participate in the schedule of activities while they visit or live here, where a greenhouse grows food year-round and where the residents of Avon can come together and form a stronger bond. If a small multi-use building was adjacent or on the property, it would serve as a great venue for a multitude of events. If this program was successful, it would be the model for the entire county to follow. The possibilities are endless for this type of space. Once we build it, we will wonder why it took us so long! Let us choose to set the trend for sustainable living practices. Let us choose to lead by example. Together, we can choose to be the harbinger of change we want to see in the valley. Thank you. ATTACHMENT D 1 From: Leslie Wyse [ Sent: Monday, April 24, 2017 8:32 AM To: Avon Council Web Subject: Wildridge firestation & park? Hello, Has the Town of Avon made any decision with what they're doing with Wildridge Fire Station and Pocket Park? How can I become more involved in the decision making process and be informed of what is happening? My neighbors do not seem to know what is happening either. Will this decision be brought to a formal community vote? We own our home in Wildridge and have small kids and frequently use this park. I would love for the Firestation to be converted into a small community center, and I don't think overflow parking on the street would be a big deal. I've long wished for some sort of community gathering room in our neighborhood. I would love to rent this space for a kids birthday party, or to host a book club. It seems we are the only neighborhood in the entire valley that does not have this sort of gathering space. If a community center is not possible, my second choice would be for the building to be torn down and the pocket park expanded. Could the Town of Avon re‐locate the playground equipment in Nottingham park up to this pocket park? Is the pocket park in any danger of being sold or going‐away? I really do not want to see any type of employee housing here. Thanks, Leslie Wyse ATTACHMENT D 2 ATTACHMENT D 1 ‐‐‐‐‐Original Message‐‐‐‐‐ From: Linn Brooks Sent: Tuesday, April 25, 2017 8:04 AM To: Matt Pielsticker Cc: Maureen Egan; Linn Brooks Subject: Avon Parcels‐more comments Hi Matt, Great to see you at the open house a few weeks ago and I appreciate the ability to provide input into the town's planning. I had a few more thoughts: 1)The town has done a great job in redeveloping landscaping with water efficiency in mind. Please consider developing goals for outdoor water use as part of the planning. In my opinion, whatever is constructed should use no more than, and hopefully less in total, water than the current uses. Outdoor use is the most consumptive of the water resource, has the greatest impact on local stream flows, and impacts the capacity of in‐basin reservoirs to meet our legal needs in periods of drought. This becomes more important with time as hotter, drier weather is more of a norm than an outlier. The water saved could be used to meet the demands of future growth in the town, taking the pressure off of the need to develop new in‐basin storage and reserve more water for instream uses. I encourage you to touch base with our water demand management coordinator as you consider any new landscaping guidelines and specific plans. 2)Could there be a space available at the Wildridge fire station site or pocket park for a community garden? Replacing existing sod with a "higher value" use would be beneficial to our neighborhood; there is a lot of interest in vegetable gardening in Wildridge. Thanks again. I have attached contact information for Maureen Egan, Water Demand Management Coordinator for the District. Linn Maureen Egan Linn Brooks General Manager Eagle River Water & Sanitation District Direct: 970‐477‐5444 846 Forest Road, Vail, CO 81657 https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http‐3A__www.erwsd.org&d=DQIGaQ&c=euGZstcaTDllvimEN8b7jXrwqOf‐ v5A_CdpgnVfiiMM&r=oxlsv1X1utEXt0tXyueVafaK9B0QmgPJTZ7AhcWjmlg&m=Kexe9jHZamIbVSJa‐ ws3rnYDRMkyDL9QAi9pCbH5T‐k&s=wXUHAhQYbcHhCDyoJqvn08vNt82IL_Vuah7iV8xqMiU&e= Clean Water. Quality Life.™ ATTACHMENT D 1 From: Sent: To: Subject: Joann Levy T uesday, June 06, 2017 10:14 PM Matt Pielsticker Avon meeting 6.8.17 Hi Matt, I am unable to attend the Avon meeting tomorrow evening due to a previous commitment. Attempting to schedule both events simply did not work. I did complete the survey you sent . I would like to mention that as a member of the Vail Valley Art Guild (Art of the Valley Gallery) I am very pleased that the town is considering applying again for designation as a Creative Arts District. We would be very interested in offering any artistic (visual art) knowledge, stats or any information that you are seeking involved in the process of applying for your grant. Operating as an all volunteer organization we are limited as to what we are able to accomplish, however I need to add that our Art Institute that hosts art instructors from across the country as well as artists residing in Colorado has been very well received this summer. Art Matters ! In our small part we feel we have contributed to the vitality of the community (Avon) based on the interest we have seen in the community attending our events. Other: As a former hockey mom and skater myself I have seen hockey rinks generate visitors to areas where ice rinks are located. They do not have to be located dead center in a town, however the teams visiting all need lodging and restaurants. Teams arrive via car or team buses! The hockey Mom's shop the moment ( i.e. when kids are at practice/warming up etc etc) they have an opportunity !!!! I am definitely in favor of a hockey rink !!! Our local kids..our older kids (adults) who never grow up play hockey !!!!! It keeps kids off the streets ! ...and the list goes on..... Tennis : although I played tennis for many years, golf drew me in a bigger way. Tennis courts do not make money ! Unfortunately people in our valley are not playing tennis as they did in the past primarily due to lack of interest /funds/programs....the simple fact of the matter is that tennis players do not spend money..... Pickle ball yes will help ! Community center: Donovan Pavilion, Singletree Community Center, Brush Creek Community Center, Eagle Vail Pavilion !!! Yes Yes !!!!! Avon needs a community center ! The cafe at the library would keep people in the library and serve as a meeting place-look at Bookworm in Edwards ! Negative side is that it involves a restaurant operation.. And ..................do not forget that you have numerous " Mom and Pop" retail operations on the " other " side of Avon , some whom struggle to keep the doors open. Signs at the roundabouts ? Visitors have trouble finding City Market. Signage indicating retail would help. We have helped many a visitor find their way around Avon who somehow stumble into the gallery, completely lost. Certain you know all of above...........................keep up the great work !! Jo (Joann Carhart Levy) ATTACHMENT D 1 ‐ From: CHARLES PENWILL Sent: Wednesday, June 07, 2017 10:21 AM To: Avon Council Web Subject: Upcoming public meeting input June 8th. In 1974 or thereabouts, Avon was deciding what to do with the land west of the current Rec Center.Initially the plan was to build tennis courts etc but I encouraged the town council to maintain it as a large open area for soccer, events,etc. Fortunately that was the direction taken and I think it has proven to be a good decision.More recently I have supported the development of pickleball courts, which is proving to be very popular.Now,with multiple options open, I would encourage you to place as the highest priority a “sports hall” that will accomodate basketball, vollryball, picjleball etc. Good lighting,high ceilings are a must. If a suspended running track is desired the Buck Center in Littleton is a good example.Reasons for prioritizing a sports center?….there is not a decent sports facility in Eastern Eagle County, we have a 7 month winter, the school gyms are either inadequate or hard to access or both, there is a demonstrated need among our population for a sports hall, and we already have a good supply of outdoor amenities.Adding a sports center would help Avon become the center of the eastern valley and draw users from both Vail and Edwards. Thankyou. ATTACHMENT D 1 From: Derek George Sent: Tuesday, August 01, 2017 2:46 PM To: Matt Pielsticker Subject: Re: Avon Town Properties - Public Hearing August 1st at 5:00pm Hi Matt, I am hoping to attend at least the first part of tonight’s meeting, but I have an Events Council meeting starting at 5:30, so I may have to duck out before public comment. Please share my comments below if that is the case. Thanks, Derek -First, this plan has obviously been well thought-through and, to me, shows a clear path to helping the Town of Avon achieve the goals set-forth in the Comprehensive Plan. -The proposed plan for Tract G is wonderful! I especially love the Art and Culinary Collective and think that is a great way to repurpose an existing structure. I can literally see myself and my family using each of the proposed concepts. For my family, I would say besides the art and culinary collective, the expansion of the rec center, the splash pad, and the ice rink would be priorities in our eyes. -I’m happy to see affordable housing as a priority for several lots—as business owners this is one of the biggest obstacles we face. Is the housing going to be designated for Town employees or would it be available to anyone? Will the town act as landlord? Would the town allow for three young couples to share a 1600sq/ft living space (something that is not uncommon in our valley, but depending on zoning, may technically be in violation of current density restrictions)? -Lot E: Putting a dog park on this parcel is a great idea. Creating a contained space away from Nottingham Park where dogs can run off-leash should hopefully alleviate dog-waste and uncomfortable human-dog interactions that occur elsewhere in our town. ATTACHMENT D 1 From: Kristi Ferraro Sent: Tuesday, August 01, 2017 3:48 PM To: Matt Pielsticker Subject: Avon Properties Plan Hi Matt, I hope you are having a good summer. I can’t attend the P&Z meeting tonight, but I’d like to give them some public input. I’d like to see the Hahnewald Barn used somewhere in town. We don’t have many iconic or historic buildings in town, and I’d like to see us save this grand and graceful structure. The barn could become the symbol of Avon, just as the Steamboat barn has become its symbol. In 10 years, I think we’ll regret not saving the barn if we don’t do it now. Thanks for conveying these thoughts to P&Z and thank them (and you) for your service to our community. Best, Kristi Kristi Ferraro, LLC IRS CIRCULAR 230 DISCLOSURE: TO COMPLY WITH IRS REQUIREMENTS, ANY TAX ADVICE CONTAINED IN THIS COMMUNICATION IS NOT INTENDED TO BE USED FOR THE PURPOSE OF AVOIDING PENALTIES UNDER THE INTERNAL REVENUE CODE OR FOR PROMOTING, RECOMMENDING OR MARKETING TO ANOTHER PARTY ANY TRANSACTION OR MATTER ADDRESSED IN THIS COMMUNICATION. This communication is confidential, it is intended only for the named addressees, and may be subject to attorney-client privilege, and/or attorney-client work product privilege, none of which are waived by this transmission. If you are not the intended addressee, please immediately reply by email to the sender stating that this communication was misdirected, and destroy all copies of this communication. ATTACHMENT D 1 From: Jim Horan ] Sent: Saturday, August 12, 2017 2:50 PM To: James Taylor Subject: Avon Recreation Center Planned Expansion Dear PZC Members: My wife and I will be unable to attend the scheduled PZC meeting on Tuesday, August 15th. Therefore this email is being forwarded to you through one of the ARC managers. We have been residents of Avon since 1990 and most recently in Wildridge since 2002. Since the ARC was opened in 1995, we both have felt that it is THE PREMIER AMENITY offered to residents and guests by the Town of Avon. We are both wholeheartedly 110% behind the proposed expansion of the Avon Recreation Center. Sincerely, Jim & “Sam” Jim Horan & Diane “Sam” Sampson P.O. Box 7480 2165B Saddle Ridge Loop ATTACHMENT D Avon Traffic & Multimodal Plan Comments Parking Parking for the Library (across the street from it) is quite often full. Now that the Skier Bldg will become the new Town Hall, I suspect parking along Mikaela Way will get even tighter. I don’t know how to fix this problem, outside of constructing a parking structure in the parking lot for the Rec Center. Pedestrian Access to businesses. The layout of Avon does not facilitate pedestrian access to multiple businesses. Quite often the shopper is tempted to drive from one business to another instead of walking… Additional cross walks should be installed to facilitate parking only once, and walking from store to store to complete shopping errands.. Areas where this could be improved include the City Market / Tract A lots as well as the Post Office / First Bank / County Office area. City Market / Tract A / Chapel Square area A person who needs to shop for groceries will likely park in the City Market Lot, but might have additional errands in other nearby stores. At present this pedestrian flow is not well facilitated, especially for stores off of the Tract A parking lot - Like the Sun & Ski store or Chapel Square Stores. There is a well worn path down from the corner of the City Market parking lot to the corner of Beaver Creek Place and Chapel Place. Steps are needed from the SW corner of the City Market lot down to the intersection. Also, adding some steps from the S side of the intersection down to the Tract A parking lot (but this is, admittedly, less of a problem).. A cross walk is needed at the intersection of the Wells Fargo Road across Chapel Pl. Post Office area. A Cross walk is needed from the post office Walgreen driveway area to the Firstbank lot. Improved bicycle access. A dedicated bicycle lane is needed along Chapel Pl E from Beaver Ck. Pl. to past Chapel Square. Some construction may be needed to make this an effective lane, due to the present configuration along the S. Side of Chapel Pl. ATTACHMENT D I like the idea of a bike share program. I feel one big location for people using this would be heading over to the Walmart / Home Depot from the town center. Chapel Pl. is the logical route a bicyclist would take to get there from the town center. Charles B. Sherwood 4211S Wildridge Rd. W. Avon, Co. ATTACHMENT D 1 From: gail molloy Sent: Monday, August 14, 2017 6:21 PM To: James Taylor Subject: Pickle ball courtse I would like to express my support for improvement of the Avon pickle ball courts! I own property in Vail and Avon and prefer to play the Avon courts. The ambience is so friendly and open to all levels. I am a beginner and feel so welcome at the Avon courts! I also play at the Gold Peak courts in Vail and much prefer the ambience of Avon’s courts. Vail is very busy and over crowded, although a lovely venue. We need more! We appreciate your help. Sincerely, GAIL MOLLOY 4342 SPRUCE WAY, UNIT A VAIL, CO 81657 ATTACHMENT D 1 From: Jeremy Jones Sent: Monday, August 14, 2017 3:48 PM To: James Taylor Subject: Avon Rec Ctr Expansion I am very much in favor of expanding the Avon Rec Center. It is a huge part of our community and located at the center of our town. I am unable to attend tomorrow’s meeting but, want to show support for the expansion plan. Thank you, Jeremy Jones Association+Home Care Manager Arrowhead Property Management 0160 Cresta Road Unit #104 / Box 100 Edwards, CO 81632-0100 The information contained in this message is confidential and intended only for the use of the individual or entity named above, and may be privileged. Any unauthorized review, use, disclosure, or distribution is prohibited. If you are not the intended recipient, please reply to the sender immediately, stating that you have received the message in error, then please delete this e-mail. Thank you. ATTACHMENT D 1 ‐‐‐‐‐Original Message‐‐‐‐‐ From: Anne Hintz Sent: Tuesday, August 15, 2017 10:50 AM To: James Taylor Subject: Rec Center Expansion I cannot make t he meeting tonight, but would like to tender my vote for expansion and maintainence of the pickleball courts . Anne Hintz .Sent from my iPhone ATTACHMENT D 1 From: Kevin Hyatt Sent: Tuesday, August 15, 2017 9:58 AM To: James Taylor Subject: Rec center expansion. I am in favor of the expansion of the Avon Recreation Center in some capacity. Basketball courts, racquetball courts, maybe an outdoor pool? Lots of options will be examined I'm sure. Looking forward to seeing the potential outcome. Kevin Hyatt ATTACHMENT D 1 Matt Pielsticker Subject:FW: Pickleball ‐‐‐‐‐Original Message‐‐‐‐‐ From: James Taylor Sent: Tuesday, August 15, 2017 4:48 PM To: Matt Pielsticker Subject: FW: Pickleball ‐‐‐‐‐Original Message‐‐‐‐‐ From: Mark Pittman [mailto:mpittman44@icloud.com] Sent: Tuesday, August 15, 2017 4:26 PM To: James Taylor Subject: Pickleball I'm sending this email to express my support for any and all proposals that help support and grow the game of Pickleball in the town of Avon. The growth and popularity of the game across all age groups is indicative of the future of Pickleball. Since the season in our mountain area is relatively short it would be nice to provide indoor facilities during the winter months. In addition, maintenance of the outdoor courts at Avon Elementary is of particular concern as there is evidence of court deterioration resulting from water getting into cracks on or near the courts and freezing during the winter. For the safety of the players and the ability to play an unimpeded game it would be advisable to make those repairs. I would think that the company that installed the courts would have warranteed the courts for at least a couple of years. Thank you for your interest in expanding the game of Pickleball in our wonderful community. Mark Pittman 100 W. Beaver Creek Blvd. #309 Avon, CO. 81620 Sent from my iPad ATTACHMENT D 1 Sent: Tuesday, August 15, 2017 9:34 AM To: James Taylor Subject: Rec Center Expansion Hi Jamie, You have my wholehearted support ESPECIALLY if it includes adequately sized PICKLEBALL courts. Thanks. Rick Sackbauer (970) 331‐1961 Mail: P. O. Box 3267, Vail, CO 81658 Shipping: 2036 Vermont Road, Vail, CO 81657 Sent from my iPhone ATTACHMENT D 1 From: charles goodin Sent: Thursday, August 17, 2017 11:24 AM To: Avon Council Web Cc: Mary Ann Goodin Subject: Avon Revised Master Plan Just a few thoughts on additional improvements in Avon. The Avon Mayors and Town councils have done an excellent job of improving Avon! We have had a condo on the Top Floor (note. we are in a whole ownership unit not a timeshare) at Lakeside Terrace since 2004 and the improvements have been impressive: 1) Putting in Lake Street; 2) constructing the Pavilion; 3) putting in a new liner for Nottingham Lake, 3) the new Prosperity area with beautiful Bronzes 4) free concerts and on and on... However, there may be some further improvements that could be made considering Avon's location: 1)As you know, Avon is located on the Eagle River and right next to a fantastic recreational path. Yet from anywhere in Avon, there is no signage to indicated good access points for the Eagle River and recreation path. New signage and better access would help attract more walkers/hikers/bikers and fishermen along with signage that would show them where to park to access these amenities! We used to fish the small creek of Red River in Red River New Mexico. Every week the town would release a big fish from a fish hatchery and if you caught it your picture with the monster trout would be in the local paper! Quite a fun thing to do for a small town! Nottingham Lake and/or the Eagle River in Avon would be perfect places for this! 2)We have tennis and pickle ball courts (thanks for converting some tennis courts to pickle ball courts) but if a tourist is not familiar with these courts they might assume they are owned and managed by the Avon Elementary School. There is no sign on W. Beaver Creek Blvd to indicate that the courts are actually a part of Nottingham Park. It's only when you drive all the way in and see the newer signage. I am sure Avon has a right of way to the tennis courts and the right to use some of the parking spaces there. But you would never know. The Schools parking spaces are not labeled and the Park's spaces are not labeled and no sign on W. Beaver Creek Blvd. 3)Concerts. It's an outdoor Pavilion! Of course there will be people who get the benefit of the music without paying. If the promoters want to see more revenue Avon must provide the following: 1) make the perimeter fencing much wider; 2)Provide signage that indicates where people can park for the event (not just signs that say no event parking here). Make it much more accessible for people to attend. Don't close down Lake Street for a concert. Keep the buses and cars coming in if nothing more than to drop people off and pick people up. 4)Landscaping in Nottingham Park: There are many Cottonwood Trees that have grown so tall and of course every year we get all the cottonwood seeds floating around clogging window screens etc. Additionally, the evergreen trees are now so abundant and thick and tall that it is hard to even tell if there is a Nottingham Lake or Pavilion! These trees need to be thinned out. The Park would look so much better and bigger if this were done! 5)Yes, buy the old barn and relocate it to the Park for wedding venues and charge a fee for its use to cover some of the costs. It could also be used for a Farmers Market in the summer. Don't try to put an ice rink inside it. Keep the ice rink outside and just for recreational use; 6). A possible purpose for the old Fire Station. Use it for Avon employee housing as a benefit that Avon could give some of its employees and help create a sense of loyalty. So in conclusion, Avon just keeps getting better! Thank you for your service and selfless dedication. Charlie Charles W. Goodin 171 Lake Street #3501 Avon, CO 81620 & 15228 Fiddlesticks Blvd. Fort Myers, Fl 33912 ATTACHMENT D 1 From: Jody Diemar Sent: Sunday, August 20, 2017 8:23 AM To: Debbie Hoppe Subject: Dear Mayor and Avon Town Council, I was unable to attend the Planning and Zoning meeting last week, but would like to share with you my support for a multi-use 8 Lane aquatic center at Nottingham park. The Valley needs this facility to help grow a competitive/recreational age group and masters swim team in the area while also providing extra space for community programming year around. The rivers in the area provide free recreation for all demographics in the area and learning to swim is an importatnt life skill that every person should master. The avon rec center is in constant use by the community for rec swim, comp team, masters swimmers, area teams for cross training, PT services, lessons ect, but is not able to accommodate swim meets for the the competitive team which can provide funds to make a swim team sustainable. Plus, avon rec would be able to expand their learn to swim programs (the correct way) for local schools if they have more space. This year around facility would be able to provide programming year around for a life-long sport. The facility could also be rented out to colleges or swim programs that would like to provide high altitude training camps for their programs, which would also benefit local businesses in town. It would be a huge gain for the Eagle County to finally have a year around aquatic center! Thank you for your consideration, Jody Diemar ATTACHMENT D 1 From: Kerrie Kuhl Sent: Sunday, August 20, 2017 8:37 AM To: Debbie Hoppe Subject: ice ink "Dear Honorable Mayor and Avon Town Council: I was unable to attend the Planning and Zoning meeting last week, but would like to share with you my support of the multi-use covered ice rink proposed in Nottingham Park. I feel it is needed/beneficial because it gets kids outdoors. My son is now 13 and learned to skate at Nottingham lake when it was allowed when he was 2. It was an amazing experience. It is a really fun time at a neutral spot to meet people and have fun skating. Please consider a multi-use covered rink at Nottingham Park. Sincerely, Kerrie Kuhl, RN, BSN,MS ATTACHMENT D 1 ‐‐‐‐‐Original Message‐‐‐‐‐ From: Bryan Desmond Sent: Monday, August 21, 2017 7:03 PM To: Debbie Hoppe Subject: Ice Rink Debbie I am writing to you to voice my support for the consideration of an outdoor ice rink that is under discussion in the Town of Avon I have lived in the valley since 2002 and have 3 children who all play hockey. I grew up playing hockey as a young boy and was lucky enough to play in college also. I have so many great memories of playing on the pond and in the rink. These memories have had such a lasting impact on me and in my life. The opportunity to add a public amenity such as this in Avon is an incredible opportunity to create experiences for children and adults playing organized or just a pickup game. We have an outdoor pond if you will in the Old Downtown Eagle park that has created such an experience that most of our community volunteers to set it up, maintain it through the winter and break it all down in the spring. It is really the one place that many community members come to have a skate, play in a pick up game or just sit by the out door fire pit to talk and enjoy the afternoon or evening with friends. I am sorry that I will miss the meeting but hope your discussion is productive and give you and the board an opportunity to listen and learn about the wonderful opportunity you have Thanks Bryan Desmond Sent from my iPhone ATTACHMENT D 1 ‐‐‐‐‐Original Message‐‐‐‐‐ From: Greta Campanale Sent: Monday, August 21, 2017 3:14 PM To: Debbie Hoppe Subject: outdoor rink Dear Honorable Mayor and Avon Town Council: I will be unable to attend the Planning and Zoning meeting Tuesday evening but would like to share with you my support of the multi‐use covered ice rink proposed in Nottingham Park. A maintained outdoor ice rink in Avon would benefit the increasing number of youth skaters, adult league players, and recreational skaters of all ages in Eagle County by providing another surface for practice. Additional ice time is a premium need for skaters/teams of all ages in our valley. A rink at Nottingham Park would be an ideal mid‐valley location between the Vail and Eagle indoor rinks, and an outdoor facility would enhance the winter sports options available to locals and visitors. Thank you for your consideration of this proposal. Greta Greta Campanale EagleVail ATTACHMENT D 1 Sent: Tuesday, August 22, 2017 5:55 AM To: Debbie Hoppe Subject: Avon Ice Outdoor Rink "Dear Honorable Mayor and Avon Town Council: I was unable to attend the Planning and Zoning meeting last week, but would like to share with you my support of the multi-use covered ice rink proposed in Nottingham Park. I feel it is needed/beneficial because of the growth in the local hockey community. My 2 boys, 11 and 13 play hockey. They started with WECMRD and have moved on to The Vail Mountaineers Hockey Club. I have become a hockey coach and player as well. There is not enough ice in the Valley. We could use another sheet of ice to practice on. A community outdoor rink would be amazing as well. We live in Eagle and have tons of fun playing pick up hockey and skating at the Eagle Town Park outdoor rink. Weather permitting, the ice is always packed with people-families, adults and kids. It is an awesome, awesome way to spend a winter evening or weekend just skating as you wish with friends and or like minded people. I am in support of another ice rink in Avon! Jimmy DeLong Rocky Mountain Creations ATTACHMENT D 1 From: Jeff Burkley Sent: Monday, August 21, 2017 9:59 PM To: Debbie Hoppe Subject: Outdoor Ice Rink Dear Honorable Mayor and Avon Town Council: I am unable to attend the Planning and Zoning meeting this week, but would like to share with you my support of the multi‐use covered ice rink proposed in Nottingham Park. I feel it is needed/beneficial because of the growing number of participants in this sport. As a 20 year resident, I have seen this valley embrace and support multiple sports/recreation facilities and programs, nurturing our children to experience and enjoy all sports (not just ski and/or snowboarding). One in particular, the reconstruction of Nottingham Lake. That changed Avon, for the better, in so many ways. You now have that opportunity to add to the Avon flavor once more. As a parent to a “Hockey” child in this valley, our options are limited in terms of ice sheets and ice time. “We” all need to drive at least 40 minutes (east and west) just to get an hour of rec skating/practice or game time. As a sales rep in sports equipment, I saw the Hockey trend growing in Denver, years ago. They quickly responded by adding multiple Ice sheets in surrounding areas, making it available to thousands of families across the front range. We too need to respond to this growth here. I can be available for any further discussion on this proposal if need be. My contact information is below. Thank you for your time. Jeff Burkley VP Sales and Marketing // uvex sports Inc. // T +1 (970) 926 6819 // M +1 (303) 883 3591 // www.uvex‐sports.com ATTACHMENT D 1 From: Keeleigh Bott Sent: Tuesday, August 22, 2017 7:36 AM To: Debbie Hoppe Subject: Multi-Use Covered Ice Rink Dear Honorable Mayor and Avon Town Council: My name is Keeleigh Bott, and I am 9 years old. I was unable to attend the Planning and Zoning meeting last week, but would like to share with you my support of the multi-use covered ice rink proposed in Nottingham Park. I live in the town of Eagle, and as a hockey player with only one covered rink during the winter, it is difficult to have the ice time to use because of so many other programs needing ice. I need to skate more than scheduled ice time, but during the school year free ice time(public skate or stick n puck) is before school is out, during the day. My mom can't take me out of school and she can't get out of work, to take me to the free ice and if she could take me, it is also taking away part of my education. Please consider kids like me, who love to skate and would be willing to drive to Avon, because its not as far as Vail, and it would give kids more opportunities to skate with two covered ice rinks, including Vail's rink. Thank you for your time. Sincerely, Keeleigh Bott ATTACHMENT D 1 Matt Pielsticker Subject:FW: Future of Avon Town Hall Sent: Monday, August 21, 2017 1:13 PM To: Debbie Hoppe Subject: Future of Avon Town Hall Importance: High Dear Honorable Mayor and Avon Town Council: I was unable to attend the Planning and Zoning meeting, we will be chaperoning an 8th grade Moab trip with Vail Christian Academy; but would like to share with you my support of the multi‐use covered ice rink proposed in Nottingham Park. I feel it is beneficial because it would be a central location and offer much opportunity for our growing community. Not only with hockey and figure skating clubs, but to the public in general. The parking is better and it’s closer to home for many of us involved with local hockey clubs. It would be a great addition to our community!! Please consider this need when moving forward with your planning and review. Sincerely, Kellie C. Ricca A‐Phase Electric, LLC PO Box 1564 Avon, CO 81620 970.926.4443 www.APhaseElectricLLC.com ATTACHMENT D 1 From: Kim Scavone Sent: Monday, August 21, 2017 9:47 AM To: Debbie Hoppe Cc: VMHC Director Subject: Covered Ice at Nottingham Park Dear Honorable Mayor and Avon Town Council: I was unable to attend the Planning and Zoning meeting last week, but would like to share with you my support of the multi-use covered ice rink proposed in Nottingham Park. I feel it is needed/beneficial because hockey is a huge part of our community and is growing every year. It's a wonderful sport that promotes team work, dedication, a positive attitude and a healthy lifestyle. With Vail and Eagle being the only options in the valley, it would be nice to see another place to skate, especially outdoors, somewhere in between. Kind Regards, Kim Scavone -- Had you not been everywhere you've been, you couldn't now go everywhere you will go. ATTACHMENT D 1 ‐‐‐‐‐Original Message‐‐‐‐‐ From: mary ledezma Sent: Monday, August 21, 2017 6:59 PM To: Debbie Hoppe Subject: Ice Rink proposal Dear Honorable Mayor and Avon Town Council. I was unable to attend the planning and zoning meeting last week, but would like to share my support of the multi‐use covered ice rink proposal in Nottingham Park. I feel it is needed/beneficial because my son has been playing with the mountaineers for the last 3 years and I think having an ice rink close to where we live would be great that he could spend some time there after school or weekends. Thanks Maria Sent from my iPhone ATTACHMENT D 1 From: Michael Sent: Monday, August 21, 2017 8:53 AM To: Debbie Hoppe Subject: Support for Ice Rink in Avon!!! Dear Honorable Mayor and Town Council, I am unable to attend the meeting but would like to express my support for the proposed ice rink in Avon. As the Heart of the Vail Valley I feel that an ice rink would add greatly to the community of Avon and to our visitors from around the world. We really enjoyed the ice surface in Avon last winter and appreciate your efforts to have it there for out enjoyment. Skating is a great way to experience the outdoors in the winter months. It is so much a part of cold weather fun. We spent a good deal of time on Nottingham Lake in days when it was open for skating. Please consider have a sheet of ice in Avon. I believe it will be a great asset to our community in the winter for ice and summer for street hockey and roller skating. Sincerely, Mike Campanale ATTACHMENT D 1 ‐‐‐‐‐Original Message‐‐‐‐‐ From: Pat Ganje Sent: Monday, August 21, 2017 5:07 PM To: Debbie Hoppe Subject: Ice rink proposal > "Dear Honorable Mayor and Avon Town Council: > > I was unable to attend the Planning and Zoning meeting last week, but would like to share with you my support of the multi‐use covered ice rink proposed in Nottingham Park. I feel it is much needed and beneficial because an additional ice facility (in the center of the Eagle Valley community) would add great opportunities for all of the adult and youth ice programs. Currently there is such a demand for ice time at the existing facilities, (esp. during the winter months) adding such a facility as this, would be a great benefit, and addition to Avon's recreation, and the Vail Valley as a whole. > Sincerely Pat Ganje Edwards, CO 81632 ATTACHMENT D 1 Matt Pielsticker Subject:FW: Ice Rink proposal ‐‐‐‐‐Original Message‐‐‐‐‐ From: Teresa Ganje Sent: Monday, August 21, 2017 12:55 PM To: Debbie Hoppe Subject: Ice Rink proposal "Dear Honorable Mayor and Avon Town Council: I was unable to attend the Planning and Zoning meeting last week, but would like to share with you my support of the multi‐use covered ice rink proposed in Nottingham Park. I feel it is needed/beneficial because an additional ice facility (in the center of the Eagle Valley community) would add great opportunities for all of the adult and youth ice programs. Currently there is such a demand for ice time at the existing facilities, adding such a facility as this would be a great benefit, and addition to Avon recreation, and the Vail Valley as a whole. Sincerely Teresa Ganje Edwards, CO 81632 970 390‐8645 ATTACHMENT D 1 From: Ariana Sent: Tuesday, August 22, 2017 11:43 AM To: Debbie Hoppe Subject: Multi-Use covered ice rink proposal Dear Honorable Mayor and Avon Town Council: I am unable to attend the Planning and Zoning meeting today but would like to share with you my support of the multi-use covered ice rink proposed in Nottingham Park. I feel it is needed/beneficial because of the growth of the sport and for the future of our children. This could be a great asset to the local community in so many ways. Adding revenues for the whole community. Let’s do this…it’s a great plan. We need the attention to our children to grow this community into an even better place to ‘live and play’. Thanks for your time! Ariana Ariana Burkley Edwards CO 81632 ATTACHMENT D 1 From: Ariana Sent: Tuesday, August 22, 2017 11:43 AM To: Debbie Hoppe Subject: Multi-Use covered ice rink proposal Dear Honorable Mayor and Avon Town Council: I am unable to attend the Planning and Zoning meeting today but would like to share with you my support of the multi-use covered ice rink proposed in Nottingham Park. I feel it is needed/beneficial because of the growth of the sport and for the future of our children. This could be a great asset to the local community in so many ways. Adding revenues for the whole community. Let’s do this…it’s a great plan. We need the attention to our children to grow this community into an even better place to ‘live and play’. Thanks for your time! Ariana Ariana Burkley Edwards CO 81632 ATTACHMENT D 1 From: Ashley Kalisz Sent: Tuesday, August 22, 2017 4:21 PM To: Avon Council Web; Matt Pielsticker Subject: SAVE THE BARN Dear Avon City Council, I have recently been told that you are looking to destroy one of my favorite structures in Avon- I am so sadden to hear this! This barn is unique to Avon and is so so beautiful! There aren't too many "old" buildings left in Avon and I really feel it would be in our best interest to see if there is anyway to preserve the barn and use it for fun things in the community, for example- yoga, classes, events etc. I feel like so much good can come from saving the barn, so I ask all of council to please consider keeping this rare Avon history alive! I am a homeowner hear in Avon, I live at Liftview and have been here for 7 years! I love Avon and love the history that is left! If there is a petition I need to sign, I would be more than happy. Thank you for taking the time to read this email and consider my request. Sincerely, Ashley Strauss ATTACHMENT D 1 ‐‐‐‐‐Original Message‐‐‐‐‐ From: Jill kelsall Sent: Tuesday, August 22, 2017 8:27 AM To: Debbie Hoppe; Sarah Smith Hymes Subject: Hahnewald Barn Dear Avon Town Council, I would like to voice my support on keeping the Hahnewald Barn and moving it to Nottingham Park. It would be a crying shame to destroy this unique historical building. Part of being a sustainable community is to repurpose what we have. Let’s honor the families who have and are still a part of this town. Thank you‐Jill Kelsall ATTACHMENT D 1 From: Joanne Bott Sent: Tuesday, August 22, 2017 4:04 PM To: Debbie Hoppe Subject: Multi-Use Ice Rink Dear Honorable Mayor and Avon Town Council: I was unable to attend the Planning and Zoning meeting last week but would like to share with you, my support of the multi-use covered ice rink proposed in Nottingham Park. As a parent who lives in Eagle, with a child who plays hockey, we love having an ice rink available to skate at even when we are not attending hockey practice. In Eagle, we have the Eagle Pool & Ice Rink through WECMRD, and in the winter time, the town also makes an additional ice rink in the town park. Our ice rink is very popular and not having many places for all of the programs that need ice time causes late night practices and almost impossible public skate times. Because of this, we will drive to Vail to skate if there is a public skate, or stick n puck time available, that works for our schedule. Having an ice rink in Avon would be beneficial to many of our youth in the area not only living in Avon, and I know we would travel to use the rink. We thank you for your consideration and time in this matter. Joanne Bott ATTACHMENT D 1 From: Pat Nolan Sent: Tuesday, August 22, 2017 12:43 PM To: Debbie Hoppe Subject: Hahnewald barn To whom it may concern, I have recently heard that there is a possibility that this barn may be destroyed. It saddens me to think that some new shiny building or structure might be constructed in its place. Let's keep the local history, and this beautiful barn in Avon. Thanks for listening, Pat Nolan ATTACHMENT D 1 ‐‐‐‐‐Original Message‐‐‐‐‐ From: Tonya Warmenhoven Sent: Tuesday, August 22, 2017 12:40 PM To: Debbie Hoppe Cc: Sarah Smith Hymes Subject: Hahnewald Barn Dear Avon Council I'm writing in regards to the Hahnewald Barn! This barn is such a part of our heritage in the Avon area. I'm asking you to please do whatever it takes to save this beautiful barn and reuse it for the people of this Valley's advantage! I am a resident of Wildridge and have lived in the Valley for 38 years! We can not lose such a gem!!!! Please persevere and protect our history in this Valley!!! Thank you for your consideration Mr and Mrs Michael Warmenhoven Sent from my iPhone Have a great day Tonya (: ATTACHMENT D ATTACHMENT D 1 ‐‐‐‐‐Original Message‐‐‐‐‐ From: Wendy Rimel Sent: Tuesday, August 22, 2017 10:23 AM To: Debbie Hoppe Subject: My vote and support for an ice rink in Avon Dear Honorable Mayor and Avon Town Council: I was unable to attend the Planning and Zoning meeting last week, but would like to share with you my support of the multi‐use covered ice rink proposed in Nottingham Park. I feel it is needed/beneficial because there is not enough ice time between Eagle and Vail to accommodate all of the ice related events and sports in our valley. Hockey practice for 10‐year‐olds is at 8:00 pm at night, which is very late — these kids are not getting home on a school night until 9:30 or 10:00 pm at night. Additionally, the recreation our tourists enjoy on the ice would be extended to Avon — it would be a phenomenal resource to support all of the winter ice activities we now participate in on a tight schedule. Thank you for your consideration. Sincerely, Wendy Rimel Edwards Resident ATTACHMENT D 1 From: Zach Blom Sent: Monday, August 21, 2017 5:03 PM To: Debbie Hoppe Cc: <board@vailmountaineers.org> Subject: Covered Ice at Nottingham Park Dear Honorable Mayor and Avon Town Council: I was unable to attend the Planning and Zoning meeting last week, but would like to share with you my support of the multi-use covered ice rink proposed in Nottingham Park. As the Director of the Vail Mountaineers Hockey Club and as a resident of Wildridge, I feel it is my duty to inform you of our needs as a local youth hockey program, and of the opportunity you have before you to both shape lives of the people who play this great game and to bring more of those people (and their pocketbooks) into Avon. We Need Ice! Hockey in the Valley has never been in such demand, both at the youth and adult, recreational and competitive levels. Our Mountaineers boys and girls teams have grown by over 30% in recent years, but due to the explosion of adult hockey using more hours at both Dobson and EPIR, our ice slots have remained static. Our players and coaches would use outdoor ice at Nottingham Park every week, if not every day. Hockey Changes Lives. Outdoor Hockey Can Change a Whole Community. Playing and skating on outdoor ice can only be understood by those who have experienced it — the communion with nature and solitude of skiing combined with the social and competitive fun of a team sports environment. In fact, the majority of our kids' first skating experiences was on outdoor ice. Much of that outdoor ice has gone away for various reasons, and there is a huge demand for its return. Outdoor ice doesn’t just attract people who are already active and outdoorsy, of which there are large numbers in Avon. Outdoor ice has the power to make people fall in love with the active and outdoorsy lifestyle. Particularly in an ideal setting like Nottingham Park!  Hockey Brings Economic Impact. An ice arena in any community will bring in people and dollars, whether it’s weeknight restaurant, pub, and coffee pitstops or weekend warriors and tournament travelers. An outdoor ice arena in a resort winter destination like Avon would be a major pull, regionally and nationally speaking. VMHC would be happy to help organize and advertise for tournaments and programming, or lend our expertise in doing so over the years. Our events at Dobson and EPIR have brought MILLIONS into the Valley. On behalf of our 160-plus players and families (plus the scores of adult hockey players in our community), thank you for your thoughtful consideration concerning the upcoming project at Nottingham Park. Some of my membership and I will be in attendance tomorrow at your Town Council at 5pm, ready to voice our support for the ice plan, as well as answer any questions you may have regarding our experience as it may benefit the Town of Avon. Sincerely, Zach Blom Director Vail Mountaineers Hockey Club (970) 387-VMHC ATTACHMENT D 1 From: c. olden Sent: Wednesday, August 23, 2017 9:51 AM To: Debbie Hoppe Subject: Support for outdoor rink in Avon Dear Honorable Mayor and Avon Town Council: I was unable to attend the Planning and Zoning meeting last week, but would like to share with you my support of the multi-use covered ice rink proposed in Nottingham Park. I feel it is needed/beneficial because while skiing is the established winter sport in our valley, it is not the only winter sport. Team sports are proven beneficial to our youth, and this allows additional opportunities for children to learn and practice ice skating, as well as serving adults in the sport. Please consider this point of view as a long-term perspective, even as it may be arriving after any deadline. Respectfully, Celena Olden (resident of Eagle valley for 26 years) ATTACHMENT D 1 From: Jim Aversman Sent: Tuesday, August 22, 2017 8:57 PM To: James Taylor Subject: Avon's Public Sports and Exercise Facilities James, My wife and I usually spend about a month in Avon during the summer months in hotels, timeshares, etc. We enjoy your great community and all it has to offer. It has come to my attention that the city of Avon is considering expanding and or upgrading some of the sporting facilities within the city. I would like to have you pass along to the city leaders that we really enjoy the Rec Center, Nottingham Lake, and especially the pickle ball courts. It's great fun and exercise. Upgrading and maintaining these facilities will encourage us to choose Avon as a destination for a summer getaway. Thank You, Jim Aversman 27028 Old English Ct. Leesburg, FL 34748 ATTACHMENT D 1 From: Kyle Marie Deighan Sent: Wednesday, August 23, 2017 12:46 PM To: Debbie Hoppe Subject: Outdoor rink Dear Honorable Mayor and Avon Town Council: I was unable to attend the Planning and Zoning meeting yesterday, but would like to share with you my support of the multi-use covered ice rink proposed in Nottingham Park. Hockey is growing more than ever in this valley, and this would provide a great activity for both adults and children. It would also be a tremendous draw for tourism-everyone who comes to town wants to schedule an afternoon at the Beaver Creek or Vail outdoor rinks. Thank you for your time! Kyle Marie Deighan ATTACHMENT D 1 Survey Results as of 3/07/2018 at 9:00 am Question 1: What Best Describes You? Question 2: On a scale of 1-10 with 1 being the least and 10 being the most, how supportive are you of the following BUILT ELEMENTS included in the Tract G (Nottingham Park and adjacent buildings) Development Plan? Please feel welcome to explain your support for these items. Full‐time resident of Avon Part‐time resident of Avon Seasonal/vacation visitor of Avon Resident in Eagle County who visits Avon 0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 Responses 0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 12345678910 Recreation Center Expansion ATTACHMENT E 2 Total Responses: 70 Average: 7.6 Additional Comments: Additional pickle ball courts Yes - we need more pickleball facilities to include indoor pickleball This is great and I hope it includes a larger pool, that can house the growing need for lane space. the rec center is pretty nice as is. Just some updating needed. Need to take care of the equipment that is there first! Do not expand unless Rec Center is put on a self-financing basis of fees that cover costs. I like the idea of open community spaces in the expansion plan We need more indoor pickleball facilities. add indoor and outdoor Pickleball courts Total Responses: 61 Average: 5.8 Additional Comments: Ok, but is this able to be used all year? Supportive of an outdoor splash pad in playground area so children aren't trying to get across Lake Street to park I think this would be fun. Space should have another use during the 8 months that the pad is closed (Ice Rink etc.)) water is scarce and this use seems wasteful 0 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 12345678910 Splash Pad ATTACHMENT E 3 Total Responses: 72 Average: 6.4 Additional Comments: Keeping some of Avon’s historical buildings should be a top priority I’m not sure It’s a historical gem!!!! Keep it there and save the barn!!!! this seems to be key to the plan. Find an affordable way to do it and it can be a great asset. 6 million is too much! this is a terrible idea 0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 12345678910? Hahnewald Barn Relocation 0 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 12345678910 Chilled Ice Surface ATTACHMENT E 4 Total Responses: 65 Average: 5.6 Additional Comments: only if full sized hockey rink Booooo would like it to remain a "no roof, outdoor venue" I think this works better near the rec center than on the park. Also, find another use for it during the 6 months it is closed (Splash Pad etc.) Towns needs an ice rink not just a surface. there are plenty of ice surfaces in nearby areas and Avon could put in other things that other places nearby don't have Total Responses: 57 Average: 5.3 Additional Comments: 0 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 12345678910 351 Benchmark Property Total ATTACHMENT E 5 Please stop sinking money into this building! You can do so much more with this space. An art collective and your current employee housing is taking up valuable parking spaces in an area you could really do something special with. The other day when I was visiting the park with your kids I witnessed someone come out on the back deck and smoke a bowl. This building is old, has served it's purpose, and needs to be razed. Work with a developer to keep the bones of the building and build additions on to the structure. should be used for innovation Space - ski industry, gear, etc... Total Responses:72 Average: 7.1 Additional Comments: or elsewhere (Hahnewald Barn) we have some already! if they are maintained well and not trashed by the current element at the beach. if perminant, consider a small snack bar or pad for mobile food vendor. 0 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 12345678910 Beach Restrooms ATTACHMENT E 6 Total Responses: 67 Average: 6.4 Additional Comments: maybe a few for rain shelters and shade. Please activate the lake area near the stage and town hall with something! Total Responses: 68 Average: 6.9 Additional Comments: 0 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 12345678910 Shade / Picnic Shelters 0 5 10 15 20 25 30 1245678910 Added Parking on Benchmark Road ATTACHMENT E 7 the parking on west beaver creek is not working. Should be phased and not all build at once Other Park Elements you would like to see included in the plan (explain): Off leash dog areas More outdoor Pickleball courts Many more pickleball courys Pickleball courts, Gypsum outdoor courts are VERY well-subscribed! Bmx pump track An all season bike share station would be nice to have frisbee golf Out door gym elements Off-leash (enclosed) dog park Pickleball courts Pickleball courts No to $7m move of the barn! Waste of taxes!! Athletic courts Nordic Course/Track Pickleball courts More outdoor Pickleball courts 8 more bathrooms like by baseball diamond and in the barn 10....additional pickleball courts Pickleball courts Pickleball courts/indoor and outdoor Pickleball An indoor basketball court, paddle tennis courts and more lanes to the swimming pool by making it an official Usa certified pool that can be used for swim meets restrooms at the tennis courts Pickleball Use Hanewald barn for multi use space. Expanded pickleball courts Outdoor pickle ball courts Pickleball Bouldering wall, better access to river, a restaurant with a deck overlooking park, outdoor workout area with stations (like pull up bar, TRX station, etc. 8 - skating on the lake More open space! No dog parks, park expansion! climbing wall Better shoes and festivals like reds, whites and brews. More use of that wonderful area. ATTACHMENT E 8 Question 3: On a scale of 1-10 with 1 being the least and 10 being the most, how supportive are you of the following PROGRAMMING items included in the Tract G (Nottingham Park and adjacent buildings) Development Plan? Please feel welcome to explain your support for these items. Total Responses: 71 Average: 7.2 Additional Comments: we bike to the park on a regular basis this plan does not properly address ped access and connectivity. 0 5 10 15 20 25 12345678910 Count of Trails and Landscaping 0 5 10 15 20 25 12345678910 Multi‐use fields ATTACHMENT E 9 Total Responses: 70 Average: 6.6 Additional Comments: (Edwards already has them) town should program some inexpensive (and free for families) activities to program the field a little more often.... think field day Fridays during the summer Total Responses: 71 Average: 6.4 Additional Comments: - Gypsum Rec. indoor courts are overrun! -we play 4X/week, but not at Avon since it is poorly organized. Very supportive of more courts both indoor and outdoor it’s fun and a great way to connect with communities and stay healthy and active I took up pickle ball last summer. I found this sport to be lots of fun and very inclusive. Should be paddle tennis courts instead 0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 12345678910 Pickleball Courts ATTACHMENT E 10 Total Responses: 64 Average: 4.7 Additional Comments: This may be a better fit at the park location than the ice rink. Total Responses: 68 Average: 6.4 Additional Comments: with shade and benches/swings 0 5 10 15 20 25 12345678910 Game Plaza 0 5 10 15 20 25 12345678910 Passive Recreation Areas ATTACHMENT E 11 Total Responses: 63 Average: 4.6 Additional Comments: I would mark this as 0 if I could, it's a stupid idea! Other Items (explain) Build more MTB trails like you said you would. Workout stations, Pull up bars, etc Relocate Hannewald Barn to the Avon Park. 10- better stocking of fish maybe something other than trout and fish need food source; Nottingham Lake used to be known as a good fishery before the liner was changes 10 Relocation of Hahnewald Barn Rollerblade area 10 - use the Hahnewald Barn as a multi-use space (bathrooms, community events, classes/conferences, rec, parties, etc. 10 - The Hahnewald Barn can be used at a multi-use space, including the restrooms noted in #2 above. Great space for community events, private parties, classes and conferences. Educational experiences for local schools. 10 - use the Hahnewald Barn as a multi-use space Use Hahneweld Barn for community events, public restrooms, conference space, etc. 10 - Better historical context - Turn relocated barn and cabin into multi use spaces that tie Avon to its past Hahnewald Barn multi use facility 10 More bathrooms Enlarge beach area to stretch to the east side of lake near the stage and playground. Perhaps this could be a "family zone" to separate the different elements visiting park. 10 - Hahnewald Barn being used (bathrooms, etc.) 0 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 12345678910 Count of Bicycle Pump Track ATTACHMENT E 12 just open space. No affordable housing, no ice rinks, quit wasting taxpayers dollars on idiotic ideas, like the road diet! 10 - The area north of the stage would make a great botanic or community garden. Question 4: Please provide any additional feedback, to the Tract G (Nottingham Park and adjacent buildings) Plan. The old fire station is a fire hazard and need to be torn down. Use that land for a restaurant with community elements like cooking classes. Spending millions of dollars to relocate the barn to this location seems like an udder waste of resources. The barn is subpar for any of the proposed uses, and the proposed location is valuable for all kinds of programming. Something more useful should be built in that space for a fraction of the cost. Put the barn somewhere else. must be parking available for Wildridge residents I see a lot of potential for the restored barn being used for educational, multi-use purposes. It's unique. I like the idea of keeping this authentic historic artifact. Saving the historic Barn would be nice. Please save the Barn! Beautiful, unique, exciting opportunities for programming and future uses. Will add an elegant and fun feature to the park and town! relocating the Hahnewald barn is a WASTE of money. don't do it. Many AZ pickleball players visit Vail during the summer because it has organized play. If Avon had similar facilities/organization, visitation would surely improve. Organization with Eagle/Vail might work well. The Hannewald Barn is an historic barn and could be refurbished to make a great multi use facility for the Town of Avon. What a great look from I70 as you look at Avon. Do not waste tax dollars on moving the barn. Expand the Rec Center!!! NA The Hannenwald Barn is completely unique and should be used for special events, parties or presentations. Keep the momentum for all improvements to make the park and ultimately Avon a great place to live and visit!! The lake needs to be better cared for especially the west side where trash from the elementary school blows into the lake. See above too - Nottingham Lake used to be a really good fishery and that brought people to our town and park. It was a good thing and should be that way again. There are limited indoor recreation options area and any expansion would be appreciated. Outdoor recreation has many options but this is why most of us choose to live here so more opportunities are great. The Hahnewald Barn is an important part of Avon’s history. Preserving history should be a priority for Avon, and this building can be used as a functional multi use space Paddle ball EXPAND the Rec Center!!! It’s been 22 years. Maybe the Hahnewald could be moved to tract G and provide shade for the ice rink instead of a chilled ice surface ATTACHMENT E 13 The Hahnewald Barn is unique to the valley and should be a priority for Avon in preserving the area's homesteading history. SAVE THE BARN!!!!!!! Hahnewald Barn should really be part of the new development. Including historical Avon with the future is brilliant and will be appreciated for years to come The Hahnewald Barn would add historic preservation and Art In Public Places element. Please save the barn as part of the cultural heritage of the valley. I am most supportive of moving the Hahnewald Barn to the park, making it onto a multi-use space and saving this iconic building as a symbol of Avon. The Hahnewald Barn is completely unique and should be a priority for our town. Restoration and repurpose of historic buildings should be undertaken wherever possible to preserve the unique heritage. The Hahnewald Barn is a unique piece of Avon and Eagle County's history and should be preserved and utilized. Evening pickleball would be great I read about the barn relocation and think that is a totally exciting and unique opportunity for the town. Avon feels kind of fake and unmoored from any historical context and the barn would go a long way to restoring some authenticity to the town. The Hahnewald Barn should be refurbished and utilized. We booked Donovan Pav for wedding and wish there were more historic multi-use venues. A pickle ball facility for tournaments I can't emphasize it enough. I hate the thought of my tax dollars going into the building located at 351 Benchmark. I support your move, expansion of rec center, etc. You can do so much with this whole area if you building something new and nice here. Consider a parking structure somewhere to accommodate visits to area. The Hahnewald Barn is completely unique and it should be a priority for our Town Please add parking along Benchmark Road create more open park space and pocket parks in wildridge, leave these lots for the future and some need they may have. Why does this town council feel the need to develop every inch of town land? Leave it all alone for future Avon residents. Using the old Avon firehouse in this manner does not bring either revenue or people to Avon. This is making a small group happy and does not benefit the town overall. Additionally Pickle ball courts are being demanded by a specific group and most DO NOT live in Avon. You are asking taxpayers to give a benefit to a group that does not help pay for them but uses them free. A Donovan pavillion type building for weddings, meetings, indoor events, this could also compliment the current outdoor stage, 351 Benchmark property could be used for this instead of an exclusive culinary/culture building ATTACHMENT E 14 Question 5: On a scale of 1-10 with 1 being the least and 10 being the most, how supportive are you of the following mix of uses for the 351 Benchmark Building (old Fire Station) and Hahnewald Barn relocation? Question 6: Please provide any additional feedback to the wider Town of Avon Town- Owned Properties Plan, including Wildridge Fire House, Swift Gulch Site, Public Works (Lot 5), Village at Avon Park Site, Village at Avon School Site (Lot E), and the Wildwood Properties. Public transportation (including the bus system but not limited to that) need to be expanded. Connectivity between every corner of Avon as well as with surrounding towns is necessary to a happy and healthy community. wildridge firestation should be a community center, offices, coffee shop, corner store etc. No changes to Swift Gulch. Transfer Wildwood Properties to Open Space - they are too small and steep to build on. Wildwood has no sidewalks or other public amenities. Dog park down in the Valley in town center is much needed There are hundred of people in the Avon area that play pickleball. This winter over 40 people show up at the inadequate facilities at Red Sanstone Elementary to play three days a week. Many more played in Gypsym 5 days a week, in not so great a gym. An indoor 6 to 8 court facility would be filled almost every scheduled session. We often mountain bike the Avon trails adjacent to Singletree. These trails are very popular with Summit County riders early in the season. Not familiar with these sites Rec center needs expansion! Utilizing the former fire houses for employee housing is very important and should be passed. I have dairy cows in Edwards. I would love to move the Hahnewald Barn there are use it for my cows and to teach about the cows and sustainability from it. 0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 12345678910 Preference of Uses Expanded Educational Uses Entrepreneurial Opportunities Multi‐Use Flexible Space Creative Industries ATTACHMENT E 15 Repair and/or upgrade the zpickleball courts with possible consideration for lighting for evening play Think Avon needs more indoor facilities for the winter.Plenty of summer outdoor already available Is there plan for a covered tennis court? A big demand for this. I don't have an opinion yet. There is already A LOT of activities and events in this area so I think use of the fire station for entrepreneurs and creative industries for long term development of economic opportunities is a best fit here. The Hahnewald barn is one of a kind and should stay within Avon!! Please save this amazing barn!!! Protect public lands from residential and commercial development. Open space is valuable. SAVE THE BARN!!!! Avon doesn’t need to keep building things, maybe work on actually keeping events like Winter Wondergrass and Reds Whites and Brews. No one wants to work with the town council and we have a pavilion barely being used which cost the taxpayers millions! SAVE THE BARN!!!!!!! Please just think of the future and multi-uses for all Eagle county Wildridge needs some kind of community space. I used to live there and thought it was great when the council would have meetings in the firestation. Maybe a place for gathering, grab a cup of coffee, read the paper, package lockers (if the post office would agree), etc. Not familiar enough with the other properties... Hahnewald Barn would be multi-use space. Barn also could be work or vendor space for antique vendors and artisans. Sunday flea mkt in the barn multi functional public spaces Could a cross country ski trail be groomed on train tracks leading from Public works site? If so add parking for trailhead. I support employee housing at the public works site. Science school-organized community garden/dog park on Traer Creek Lot E is good; residential conversion of Wildridge fire house is good. The Town of Avon (and any other goverment) has ZERO BUSINESS being in the "Real Estate Redevelopment Business" Just create more open park space where the police and fire station is, and leave it for the future and some need they may have, No affordable housing should be built here, it's not the towns responsibility to build housing!!!!! Trying to develop the Wildwood properties for employee housing is going to be a very expensive and difficult project because of the lay of the land. This should probably stay overflow storage for the town. The expense to relocate the Hahnewald Barn is not worth it; that barn is dilapidated and dangerous. I recommend spending those funds on a new building. Allow a brewery or pub to use the Wildridge fire house. Maybe a cafe. Need an ice rink facility. Question 7: Your Name: ATTACHMENT E 16 Carolyn Swanepoel John Somerville Neal Henzler Karlene Spivak Lindsay Hardy Jennifer Moran John Gottlieb Robin Santoro Susan Gruber Roger Kendall Sookyar Michael Desfor Jeanette Hix Stephanie Gillis Leanna Kith Jamie Taylor Edward Szympruch Diane Sampson John Seaman Jay Moore Kim Cox Katherine Smith Lynne Nosal Hatsie Hinmon Jay Kristin Schiller Lillian Nottingham Pelton Laura Thompson Robert Bank Woodson spring Liz Wood Tonya Warmenhoven John Karen Oberholtzer Celeste Nottingham Terry Smith Susan Orick Terence Nottingham Thomas Dubel Mark Pittman SK Ron Wolfe Connie Kozeny-Moskovits Shelley Woodworth Anonymous. Susan Rapson Erin Vega Blake Putnam Delfina Darquier Cheryl Lindstrom Sydney Pittman Ray Kump Karen Joni Forman Jim Horan Kristi Ferraro C.Penwill Darien Underwood Neil Stewart Anne Hintz Elizabeth DiJulio Charlynn Williams Becky Kieler Terry Nolan Tom Allender Bryce Hayes Herb Kaufman Margaret Rogers Tamra Underwood Marlene Heston Meredith (fisher) Fry Steve Hilbert John Bailey Derek George ATTACHMENT E PZC Recommendations: #CPA17002 Page 1 of 1 PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION FINDINGS OF FACT AND RECCOMENDATION TO TOWN COUNCIL DATE OF DECISION: February 20, 2018 TYPE OF APPLICATION: Comprehensive Plan Amendment PROPERTY LOCATION: Various throughout, Avon FILE NUMBER: #CPA17002 APPLICANT: Town of Avon These recommendations are made in accordance with the Avon Development Code (“Development Code”) §7.16.030(c): DECISION: Recommendation to approve the Comprehensive Plan Amendment titled: Town of Avon Properties Development Strategies, with the following findings: The code text amendments were reviewed and found to be in in compliance in accordance with the review criteria outlined in Section 7.16.030(c) of the Avon Municipal Code, including: 1. The proposed land uses are all compatible with the surrounding areas; 2. Transportation services and infrastructure can serve the proposed future land uses; 3. Public services and facilities have adequate current capacity to serve the proposed future land uses; 4. The proposed land use in the plan amendment will result in a better location and form of development for the Town; 5. Strict adherence to the current plan would result in a situation that contrasts to the current Comprehensive Plan; 6. The Application complies with the purposes of the Development code; and 7. The Application will promote the health, safety and welfare of the Avon Community and will be consistent with the general goals and policies of the Avon Comprehensive Plan. THESE FINDINGS OF FACT AND RECORD OF DECISION ARE HEREBY APPROVED: BY:______________________________________ DATE: ___________________ PZC Chairperson ATTACHMENT F February 20, 2018 PZC Meeting Comprehensive Plan Amendment | Town-Owned Properties 1 Staff Report February 20, 2018 Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting PROJECT FILE #CPA17002 APPLICATION TYPE Comprehensive Plan DOCUMENT TITLE Town of Avon Town-Owned Properties Plan PREPARED BY Matt Pielsticker, AICP, Planning Director INTRODUCTION For review and consideration is the final draft of Town of Avon Town-Owned Properties Plan (“the Plan” – Attachments A & B) - dated January 19, 2018. The purpose of the meeting is to review public comments received since the final Plan was published, consider additional public comments, and formulatation of a final recommendation to the Avon Town Council. The document was last reviewed by the Planning and Zoning Commission at the August 1, 2017 meeting. With overall support for the relocation of the Hahnewald Barn, the Planning and Zoning Commission passed a motion which identified a southern parcel of Town Park, in Tract G, as the preferred location for the relocation of the Barn. The Commission’s action in August, while ahead of full adoption of the Plan, was based upon public comments, a presentation by the Historic Preservation Committeee, as well as the understanding that the “drop dead” date to remove the structure from the Eagle River Water and Sanitation District property would be fall 2018. While the date to remove the barn has been pushed to spring 2019, the urgency to continue through the process and confirm next steps with the Avon Town Council is apparent. MEETING ORDER The meeting order for the February 20, 2018 meeting is as follows: o Staff presentation of Town of Avon Town-Owned Properties Plan o Planning and Zoning Commission Questions o Public Hearing and Review of Public Comments o Planning and Zoning Commission Deliberation o Motion and Vote PLAN AMENDMENTS SINCE AUGUST As recommended by the Planning and Zoning Commission at the August 1, 2017 public hearing, and subsequently directed by the Town Council at a work session, the Plan was updated to included the Hahnewald Barn relocation in the location of the existing Town Hall. The document was reformatted and in addition to several minor edits, the following substantive amendments were prepared: • Summary of civic engagement process • Removal of covered ice rink, and broadened emphasis of Tract G to include Cultural/Creative Industries/Economic Development • Removal of Disc Golf and Picnic Shelters on north side of Tract G • Addtiional Pickel Ball Courts added to lower field • Less specificity for worker housing sites (i.e. not limited to a number of units) • Elimination of FIFA sized soccer field ATTACHMENT F February 20, 2018 PZC Meeting Comprehensive Plan Amendment | Town-Owned Properties 2 PROJECT BACKGROUND This planning effort largely builds upon the Town Facility Planning work from late 2015. At that time, the “Clauson Study” evaluated and eventually solidifed the concept to the move the Town Hall services and police/fire out of Nottingham Park (“Tract G”). Once the ballot for the Fire District passed and the Town purchased the Sheraton Mountain Vista Office Building (aka “Skier Building”), the remaining parcels of land were earmarked for further study. The Town of Avon Strategic Plan includes the following directive: With consultant services, prepare master land use plans for Tract G, Lot 5, Swift Gulch, building on the Stan Clauson Associates, November 2015, initial plan. In the Tract G planning, evaluate expansion of the Recreation Center and a parking garage. Ensure increase access to the Eagle River and utilization of the river is included in the planning. Engage a citizen committee to serve as a stakeholder group for consideration of the relocation of the Hahnewald Barn, Blacksmith Shop and Cabin in the Town of Avon. The planning will be an inclusive process with the greatest civic engagement from the initial meetings through the Planning and Zoning Commission recommending action Council adoption hearings. PROCESS Design Workshop was selected in late 2016. In addition to the land use plan, a multi-modal transportation element was identified as a priority due to the inherent link between land use and mobility. The desire to reach a diverse audience and further the Town’s goals related to multi-modal connectivity resulted in the formation of a committee, a series of focus group meetings, and a charrette during February 2017. Out of the charrette process a variety of development scenarios were produced for each Town property. The development scenarios were introduced to the public on April 5, 2017 with an open house. After the project was formally introduced to the public in April, several tactics were used to gain public input including: online surveys (Attachment B), engagement at Town events including the May “Ride Avon First”, targeted outreach at summer lunch program at Aspens Village, and sandwich boards and materials in Nottingham Park, Avon Recreation Center, Avon Library, and Town Hall. A public meeting was conducted on June 8, 2017, which included real time polling exercises for additional data collection. In 2018, an additional online survey was conducted after the revised Plan was released in January, asking people their level of support for individual components of the plan (focused on Tract G) and why. Details of that survey can be found as Attachment C. The Planning and Zoning Commission will review the plans and conduct a public hearing on February 20, 2018. After conducting a public hearing, considering all packet information, including but not limited to survey results and all written comments received on the project (Attachment D), staff is recommending PZC approve a recommendation and move the process to the Town Council. PZC’s recommendation will then be presented to Town Council, who will take final action with an Ordinance after conducting additional public hearings. February 20 -PZC PUBLIC HEARING & RECCOMENDATION March 13 TOWN COUNCIL PUBLIC HEARING & FIRST READING OF ORDINANCE March 27 TOWN COUNCIL PUBLIC HEARING & 2nd READING OF ORDINANCE ATTACHMENT F February 20, 2018 PZC Meeting Comprehensive Plan Amendment | Town-Owned Properties 3 MULTI-MODAL TRANSPORATION PLAN The 2017 Multimodal Transportation and Parking Plan produced by LSC Transportation Consultants is currently being used by the Town’s Mobility Department as a working document, without the need for formal adoption. A Mobility Workgroup has been formed to begin implementing recommendations from the Multi- Modal Parking and Transportation Plan. Initial strategies from the plan have already been piloted (i.e. bikeshare, extended bus routes, etc.), and the document will continue to be used accordingly. Future development of properties within the Town of Avon Town-Owned Properties Plan will be evaluated by the Mobility Workgroup to identify impacts, including vehicle parking demand, as projects advance to further planning stages. TIMELINE OF PROCESS For a more detailed review of the process, including milestones and additional information please review the Public Engagement section of the Plan and timeline included as Attachment E. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN CRITERIA According to Section §7.16.030(e), Review Criteria, Development Code, the criteria below are to be used when evaluating Comprehensive Plans. The review criteria are included here for reference and to aid the formation of a recommendation to the Town Council. Staff has provided a draft recommendation that includes a tie back to these review criteria (Attachment F): (1) The surrounding area is compatible with the land use proposed in the plan amendment or the proposed land use provides an essential public benefit and other locations are not feasible or practical; (2) Transportation services and infrastructure have adequate current capacity, or planned capacity, to serve potential traffic demands of the land use proposed in the plan amendment; (3) Public services and facilities have adequate current capacity, or planned capacity, to serve the land use proposed in the plan amendment; (4) The proposed land use in the plan amendment will result in a better location or form of development for the Town, even if the current plan designation is still considered appropriate; (5) Strict adherence to the current plan would result in a situation neither intended nor in keeping with other key elements and policies of the plan; (6) The proposed plan amendment will promote the purposes stated in this Development Code; and, (7) The proposed plan amendment will promote the health, safety or welfare of the Avon Community and will be consistent with the general goals and policies of the Avon Comprehensive Plan. This long-range Plan implements many of the guiding goals, policies, and planning principles found in the overarching 2017 Avon Comprehensive Plan, including but not limited to the following: Goals and Policies- Policy A.1.1: Encourage redevelopment and revitalization of outdated, rundown, or otherwise neglected areas. Goal B.1: Provide a balance of land uses that offer a range of housing options, diverse commercial and employment opportunities, inviting guest accommodations, and high quality civic and recreational facilities that work in concert to strengthen Avon’s identity as both a year- round residential community and as a commercial, tourism and economic center. ATTACHMENT F February 20, 2018 PZC Meeting Comprehensive Plan Amendment | Town-Owned Properties 4 Policy B.1.1: Include sufficient land for public uses such as schools, recreation, community facilities, and government services. Goal B.4: Encourage commercial development that enhances Avon’s overall economic health, contributes to the community’s image and character, and provides residents and visitors with increased choices and services. Policy C.1.1: Regularly update and enhance the Avon land use regulations and District Master Plans for innovative design approaches and positive development outcomes. Goal C.3: Enhance existing cultural and heritage facilities, events, and programs that strengthen Avon’s community character and image. Policy C.3.3: Maintain the existing heritage of the community and reflect that heritage in new development. Policy C.3.4: Encourage development of civic and recreational amenities that benefit all neighborhoods. Goal D.2: Promote high quality Town investments. Policy D.2.3: Encourage private investment in Avon through innovative investment tools and partnerships. Policy E.1.4: Integrate attainable housing within large developments and throughout Town. Policy I.1.2: Develop community services and facilities based on demand. Tract G Planning Principles- • Implement use and design principles from the 2017 Tract G planning effort’s recommendations. • Maintain flexible space for temporary concession facilities and provide a western anchor to the Main Street Pedestrian Mall. • Preserve view corridors to Beaver Creek and the Main Street Pedestrian Mall. AVAILABLE ACTIONS 1) Conduct Public Hearing and finalize recommendation with a Motion and Vote of recommendation to Avon Town Council; or, 2) Conduct Public Hearing and Continue to a future date. ATTACHMENTS A: Town of Avon Town-Owned Properties Plan http://www.avon.org/DocumentCenter/View/17860 B: Appendix | Public Open House Polling Results http://www.avon.org/DocumentCenter/View/17861 C: Online Survey Results Summary (01/26/18 – 02/14/18) D: Written Public Comments E: Town-Owned Properties Plan Timeline F: Draft Findings and Record of Decision ATTACHMENT F Hahnewald Barn Cost Reduction Plan & Request to Initiate Next Step(s) PAGE 1 OF 7 TOWN COUNCIL REPORT To: Honorable Mayor Jennie Fancher and Avon Town Council From: Matt Pielsticker, Planning Director Justin Hildreth, Town Engineer David McWilliams, Town Planner Virginia Egger, Town Manager Meeting Date: March 13, 2018 Agenda Topic: REVIEW AND DIRECTION ON THE HAHNEWALD BARN RELOCATION COST REDUCTION PLAN & REQUEST TO INITIATE NEXT STEP(S) ACTION BEFORE COUNCIL: Council is asked to review the Hahnewald Barn cost reduction plan and provide direction on next step(s). COUNCIL MOTION: A range of options are listed below for consideration. ORDER OF MEETING: •Town staff Overview •Tomecek Studio Architecture Presentation •Historic Preservation Advisory Committee •Public Comments •Questions, Discussion, and Direction SUMMARY: At the November 14, 2017, Town Council Meeting a design plan and estimate of probable cost were presented for the potential relocation of the Hahnewald Barn to Tract G. The plan and associated costs included all demolition, site, landscaping, lighting, building, and exterior ice rink. Based upon the incomplete status of the Town of Avon Town-Owned Properties Plan (“Town Properties Plan”) and reaction to the initial cost estimates for the Hahnewald Barn relocation, Council provided direction to Town staff to move forward with the following actions: I. Include the Hahnewald Barn and proceed through the adoption process of the Town Properties Plan. II.Explore cost reduction alternatives for the Hahnewald Barn relocation. III.Meet with the Historic Preservation Advisory Committee (“HPAC”) to review and determine acceptable changes to the Hahnewald Barn’s appearance given the nature of the project and plan to have a new exterior. This report summarizes the results of the Council direction and provides options from the work. Hahnewald Barn Cost Reduction Plan & Request to Initiate Next Step(s) PAGE 2 OF 7 I. INCLUDE THE HAHNEWALD BARN AND PROCEED THROUGH THE ADOPTION PROCESS OF THE TOWN PROPERTIES PLAN: The Planning and Zoning Commission (“PZC”) unanimously recommended approval of the Town Properties Plan, as drafted, on February 20, 2018. The Commission passed a second motion on a 3-2 vote relevant to the Hahnewald Barn, stating: “Recommend to Council that (we) prioritize the Hahnewald Barn understanding that the timeline to move it from its current location is nearing, and that action will be required to be able to include the Barn in Tract G.” The Town Properties Plan is scheduled for First Reading of Ordinance 18-03, on today’s agenda. In response to the second PZC motion, Town staff has worked with members of the HPAC on next steps for Council to consider in prioritizing the Hahnewald Barn. II. EXPLORE COST REDUCTION ALTERNATIVES FOR THE HAHNEWALD BARN RELOCATION: Staff re-engaged Tomecek Studio Architecture and Alpine Engineering to complete the cost reduction plan. Alternative site designs were developed, including eliminating the retaining walls between the structure and the parking lot, and a further study of a one story versus two story building to cut down on square footage finish costs. Estimates for cost reduction are as follows: • Reduction of Fill and Retaining Walls: Revised site plan with no exterior events space through reduction in retaining walls and elimination of fill. Estimated savings $1,000,000. • Alternative Barn Building Forms: Retain the main floor of the Hahnewald Barn and reconstruct as a one-story building. Estimated savings of $1,200,000. III. MEET WITH THE HPAC TO DETERMINE ACCEPTABLE CHANGES TO THE HAHNEWALD BARN’S APPEARANCE: At a February 20, 2018 meeting, members of the HPAC, a PZC member, and community members worked with Kevin Sietmann, Tomecek Studio Architecture, to identify acceptable changes to the Barn’s appearance. The majority of the group recommended the following changes to the Barn’s appearance: 1. Building orientation should be maintained with clipped roof on west side of structure unless there is a compelling purpose to re-orient otherwise. 2. Windows to provide natural lighting at strategic locations are acceptable. 3. In a small cross-sectioned part of the wall, perhaps at a door, provide a viewable cross- section where visitors can see and understand the original barn versus the exoskeleton structure and what is “in between”. Town staff also was interested in receiving the members’ comments on the Cost Reduction Alternatives. Kevin presented cross sections of building alternatives, conceptual site plans, and a preliminary 3-D study to better understand what changes to the building could look like to reduce costs. While HPAC was not presented with precise cost savings numbers at the meeting, the order of magnitude with certain changes (i.e. $1M savings with retaining wall elimination) was presented. At the February 20, 2018 meeting, a majority of the participants recommended the following with respect to preliminary design concepts: Hahnewald Barn Cost Reduction Plan & Request to Initiate Next Step(s) PAGE 3 OF 7 1. Retain 2-story building design with walk-out lower (basement/livestock) level, and walk up upper (hay storage loft) level on the main level of the structure. This option retains the historic mass and scale of the structure; additionally, the functionality of the bottom level opening directly onto the park with additional restrooms was discussed. 2. Reduce retaining walls and fill to accommodate this site and building plan. Conceptual 3-D Model from Path, Tomecek Studio Architecture OPINION OF PROBABLE COSTS: COST REDUCTION PLAN FOR BARN RELOCATION Based upon the recommendations from the February 20th meeting, an updated schematic site plan drawings and construction costs, researched by Tomecek Studio Architecture, the Opinion of Probable Costs for the Barn relocation were revised. The new Opinion of Probable Costs shows a reduction of just over 1 million dollars. Most of the savings comes from reduced civil costs, including the reduction of the majority of retaining walls from the design plan. A full breakdown is as follows: Hahnewald Barn Cost Reduction Plan & Request to Initiate Next Step(s) PAGE 4 OF 7 Notes & Exhibits: ▪ Revised schematic site plan and civil plan (Exhibit A) ▪ Retaining site walls are priced with MSE (no veneer). Exposed foundation and wing walls could be board-formed concrete to match the historic appearance of the Barn as it exists today. ▪ Updated mobilization, demolition, material quantities, unit costs, reduced retaining walls, grading and drainage work necessary to site the Hahnewald Barn as proposed. (Exhibit B prepared by Alpine Engineering.) ▪ The ERW&SD has agreed to a date of April 2019 for removal of the Hahnewald Barn. Cost to dismantle and reassemble the structure at the proposed Tract G site was provided by Timeless Barn Company. Noted above is the fact that storage at Swift Gulch for any period of time would add an estimated $70,000 to total project cost, if Timeless Barn Company were selected as consultant (Exhibit C). The size of project, however, would require a competitive bid. ▪ Ice Rink: Opportunity for future outdoor chilled ice slab/multi-use space is preserved for the east side of Barn adjacent to Lake Street. It is not included in the cost estimate. (Cost estimated at $330,000) Hahnewald Barn Cost Reduction Plan & Request to Initiate Next Step(s) PAGE 5 OF 7 BARN STORAGE: Dean Smith, of Timeless Barn Consulting, recommends that any storage be with covered and not exceed two years in duration. The potential site for storage would be the upper bench at the Swift Gulch. The costs to relocate the barn (Exhibit C), with or without temporary storage at Swift Gulch, are as follows: • Mobilize, disassembly, move directly from ERWSD site to Tract G - $330,000 • Mobilize, disassembly, move to Swift Gulch, remobilize, and installation inside exoskeleton on Tract G - $400,000 [$200,000 to Swift Gulch + $200,000 to Tract G]. Storing the barn will add $70,000.00 to the Hahnewald Barn cost if placed at Tract G after April 2019. Based upon the cost estimates provided for professional barn moving (and storage) services, staff will request authorization to proceed with an RFP for barn moving services, when deemed necessary. RESPONSE TO PZC RECOMMENDATION TO PRIORITIZE THE HAHNEWALD BARN Contracting of Architectural, Engineering and General Contractor Services: Town staff met with members of the HPAC and Brian Sipes on March 5, 2018, to discuss the next steps to prioritize continued design and pricing for relocation of the Barn, if Council wishes to proceed. The Creative Founding Committee and Ad Hoc Special Event Committee were also invited to the meeting, with one representative joining in. It was agreed the next step is to hire architectural/engineering/general contractor services through competitive Requests for Proposals. To complete the project in the most efficient manner and to effectively manage construction costs, the General Contractor, with Guaranteed Maximum Price (GC-GMP) approach, is recommended. This is the same approach the Town used for the Avon Regional Transit Facility and the Avon Public Safety Facility. By selecting a contractor prior to full design, the project benefits from the integral advice of a contractor to determine the most efficient construction methods, evaluate materials for value and availability, and develop a sequence, to help assure the project is constructed within budget and on- time. • There typically are three steps in the design process: Schematic Design, Design Development and Construction Documents. The Design Development step adds more detail to Schematic Design and provides for more accurate pricing of the project. This level of pricing is recommended for a GC to commit to a GMP contract without excessive contingencies. • During the A&E design team procurement process, Town staff would commission additional studies required for the design including a geotechnical study and foundation design, and a precise survey of the structure’s dimensions. The following is a proposed schedule for selection of the A&E design team, procurement of the GC, design through Design Development, with pricing. • All consultant services would be selected by a representative working group, for Town Council approval. Hahnewald Barn Cost Reduction Plan & Request to Initiate Next Step(s) PAGE 6 OF 7 During the March 5th meeting, a schedule for consultant retention and design was developed. The schedule was based upon the deadline for submitting a ballot question for funding, to Avon voters, on November 6, 2018, if Town Council approved such a measure. Other funding sources were not discussed, but are presented in Exhibit D. RFP for A&E design services released March 22nd RFP for general contractor services released April 5th Proposals for A&E design services due April 13th Recommendation of A&E design team presented to Council May 8th (No meeting on April 24th) Proposal for GC services due May 10th A&E design team receives Notice to Proceed to start schematic design May 15th Recommendation of GC presented to Council May 22nd A&E design team completes schematic design and submits to GC for pricing (4-weeks) June 12th Schematic Design is presented to Council for review June 26th GC completes SD pricing and A&E firm starts Design Development Drawings (4-weeks) July 10th Schematic Design and Pricing presented to Council July 24th A&E design team completes Design Development Drawings and Submits to GC for pricing (4-weeks) August 21st Deadline to Refer Bond Issue – If Determined to be Preferred Funding Mechanism August 28th GC Design Development pricing completed September 18th Design Development pricing presented to Town Council September 25th SPACE USE ANALYSIS & REVENUE RECOVERY Space Use Analysis: Also agreed to at the March 5th meeting is the importance of identifying the uses, which could be housed in the Hahnewald Barn. The Hahnewald Barn’s form – a long rectangular box – is conducive to many different uses, and needs to be properly designed to mesh with any future vision of the greater Tract G campus of community amenities. If Council is amenable to moving forward with an RFP for design services, during the RFP selection period, staff recommends reaching out to a broad group of stakeholders and the Avon community to determine a list of proposed or potential uses of the structure. Planning staff will meet with the HPAC, Special Events Committee, Creative Founding Committee, PZC, event producers and cultural activity representatives, along with representatives of different interest group segments, such as nearby residents, the Hispanic community and sports-specific clubs, to determine needs and wants for the Barn, with prioritization. Results, to be approved by the Town Council, would directly inform the front-end of the design process once the design team is selected to meet the schedule outlined herein. The uses will also be the basis for developing a Furniture/Fixtures/Equipment budget. Hahnewald Barn Cost Reduction Plan & Request to Initiate Next Step(s) PAGE 7 OF 7 Revenue Recovery: Once the schematic design is completed, and uses solidified, staff recommends the Council retain consultant services to develop a model for estimating costs and fees to reach revenue recovery over time for operations and maintenance of the building. OPTIONS: 1. No further action until final Town of Avon Town-Owned Properties Plan (“Properties Plan”) is adopted. First Reading for adoption is on today’s agenda. Cost: No cost 2. No further action on relocation to Tract G; proceed to another location. Cost: No cost 3. To be able to consider a November 2018, ballot question for funding: Direct staff to release Requests for Proposals (RFP) to enlist 1) Professional architectural and engineering services; and 2) a General Contractor to complete schematic design and pricing; and, commence a community engagement process to identify and prioritize uses for the Hahnewald Barn. Cost: No new cost at this time. Work would be completed by Town staff. The proposals presented to Town Council at the May 8th meeting, if advanced, will require a budget amendment for the fees through schematic design and pricing. Fees may be included in a successful ballot question. 4. To be able to consider a November 2019 ballot question for funding: Direct staff to: 1. Budget and secure storage space at Swift Gulch to move and store the Hahnewald Barn in spring 2019; and, 2. Release a Request for Proposals Professional architectural and engineering services; and 3. Procure a General Contractor to complete pricing of the schematic and design development design documents; and, 4. Commence a community engagement process to identify and prioritize uses for the Hahnewald Barn. Cost: No new cost at this time. Work would be completed by Town staff. The proposals presented to Town Council at the May 8th meeting, if advanced, will require a budget amendment for the fees through construction documents and pricing; may be approved in phases. Fees may be included in a successful ballot question. 5. Other options, as identified during the discussion. EXHIBITS: Exhibit A - Revised Schematic Site Plan and Grading and Drainage Plan Exhibit B – Updated Opinion of Probable Civil & Site Costs, Alpine Engineering Exhibit C – Timeless Barn Company Project Proposal Exhibit D – Funding Alternatives 37' - 2"18' - 0" S e m i T r u c k T u r n i n g R a d i u s 1 8 0 D e g r e e s 5 0 .0 18' - 0"24' - 0"18' - 0"4' - 0"9 0 .0 0 ° 99' - 6"26' - 6"38' - 0"30' - 0"51' - 4"1' - 6"N Utility Easement 50' - 0" Hahnewald Barn Main Floor = 7447' Lower Floor = 7437' 74' - 0" Parking Lot Low Point = 7435' Lot Entry = 7434' Parking Lot Elevation = 7436' Drainage at low point of parking lot -tie into existing cobbled run off trough Concrete retaining wall -as required (+/-4'-0") Dedicated semi trailer and or tour buss parking -during events Existing log cabin to remain Existing concrete / asphalt drive to stage Lake Street Right of Way Lower Level Entry = 7436' Existing Lawn Low Point 7435' Existing planting to remain - or new trees as required Existing City Hall / Police Station -to be demo'd Lines of existing Parks Department Utility Shed - Demolition as part of phase 2 (optional)80' - 0"40' - 0" 125' - 0" POSSIBLE Skating rink location, on concrete pad and chiller 1561.82' 65.97° N W 1560.81' 65.97° N W 184.83'24.34°NE1560.81' 65.97° N W 1561.82' 65.97° N W Pedestrian access side walk Proposed pedestrian access side walk to tie into existing path system @ lawn Parking Calculations and Paving Quantities: Proposed Standard Parking Spaces =113 Proposed Accessible Van Spaces =4 Proposed Semi Trailer Parking Spaces =4 Proposed Tour Bus Parking Spaces = 3 Proposed Asphalt / Concrete Parking Lot = 38,256 s.f. Proposed Curb and Gutter Length =1,417 l.f. Proposed Retaining Wall Length = 175 l.f. Approx. 1,060 s.f. Existing Performance Pavilion 24' - 0" 24' - 0" Lines of existing grade - typical Regrade existing berm for pedestrian access to park path system, or stairs as required 60' - 0"120' - 0"60' - 0"Lake Street Elevation = 7446' Lake Street Elevation = 7444' Lake Street Elevation = 7441' Existing walking path elevation = 7439'8 additional parking spaces to be provide if Parks Dept. Utility Shed Demo is chosen Existing walking path elevation = 7437' 35' - 0" 40' - 0" 50' - 0" Lower Level Entry = 7437' Main Floor Deck Lawn Elevation =4740' Lawn Elevation =4746' a NOT FOR CONSTRUCTION2 1 bcd No.Date Description Revision Schedule 303.995.0562 | WWW.TOMECEKSTUDIO.COM3222 TEJON STREET, UNIT C DENVER, CO 802113/6/2018 12:32:02 PMA1.01 A1.01 Plan - SiteHahnewald Barn RelocationProject Issue Date: 18.03.13 Project Status: Schematic DesignTract G Avon, Colorado1" = 30'-0"1 Hahnewald Barn - Tract G - Conceptual Site Plan 1 Date 1 Revision 1Add Alt. 01:Demolition of existing Parks Department Utility Building and additional parking spaces.EXHIBIT A HAHNEWALD BARN RELOCATION OPINION OF PROBABLE CIVIL COSTS March 7, 2018 DESCRIPTION UNIT QUANTITY UNIT PRICE TOTALMOBILIZATION Mobilization (4%)LS 1 46,703.00$ 46,703.00$ DEMO & REMOVALRemove Curb and Gutter LF 583 18.00$ 10,494.00$ Remove Sidewalks/Stairs SF 5,189 15.00$ 77,835.00$ Remove Asphalt & Basecourse SF 23,527 4.00$ 94,108.00$ Remove Walls SF 929 18.00$ 16,722.00$ Remove Storage Sheds, Fencing, Bollards LS 1 5,000.00$ 5,000.00$ Tree Removal EA 62 300.00$ 18,600.00$ Sawcut Asphalt Material LF 479 2.50$ 1,197.50$ Mill Shear Step LF 232 2.00$ 464.00$ Remove Asphalt & Road Base for Water Install.SF 5,003 5.00$ 25,015.00$ SITEWORKSurveying LS 1 5,000.00$ 5,000.00$ Overexcavate subgrade & replace w/ class 2 CY 2,514 20.00$ 50,280.00$ Excavation CY 903 5.00$ 4,515.00$ Embankment CY 4,610 7.00$ 32,270.00$ Import CY 4,399 15.00$ 65,985.00$ Topsoil Remove (6") & Stockpile CY 184 10.00$ 1,840.00$ 4" Topsoil Replace CY 324 40.00$ 12,960.00$ Topsoil Import CY 140 15.00$ 2,100.00$ Revegetation (Sod)SF 26,263 2.25$ 59,091.75$ Aggregate Road Base (Parking, Hardscape)TN 1,056 40.00$ 42,240.00$ Asphalt (4")TN 578 120.00$ 69,360.00$ 18" wide Concrete Curb & Gutter LF 1,630 30.00$ 48,900.00$ 5" Concrete Walks & Stairs SF 3,572 18.00$ 64,296.00$ Site Walls (MSE) (No Veneer)SF 1,544 75.00$ 115,800.00$ Pedestrian Guardrail LF 122.0 170.00$ 20,740.00$ Striping (4" White)LF 2,088.0 2.50$ 5,220.00$ Thermoplastic Pavement Marking SF 40 25.00$ 1,000.00$ Install Site Signage EA 8 100.00$ 800.00$ Erosion & Sediment Control LS 1 3,000.00$ 3,000.00$ Concrete Washout Structure EA 1 700.00$ 700.00$ EXHIBIT B UTILITIES Surveying LS 1 1,500.00$ 1,500.00$ Disconnect & Cap Water Service EA 1 1,000.00$ 1,000.00$ Disconnect & Cap Sewer Service EA 1 1,000.00$ 1,000.00$ Disconnect & Cap Gas Service EA 1 750.00$ 750.00$ Disconnect Phone EA 2 500.00$ 1,000.00$ Disconnect Fiber Optic EA 1 500.00$ 500.00$ Install Water Service w/ Curb Stop LF 42 50.00$ 2,100.00$ Install Sewer Service w/ CO LF 48 45.00$ 2,160.00$ Reconnect Gas Service EA 1 1,500.00$ 1,500.00$ Reconnect Phone EA 2 2,000.00$ 4,000.00$ Reconnect Fiber Optic EA 1 2,000.00$ 2,000.00$ Install Pavilion/Cabin 2" Water Service LF 499 50.00$ 24,950.00$ Replace 6" Road Base for Water Install.TN 194 60.00$ 11,640.00$ Replace 4" Asphalt for Water Install.TN 136 140.00$ 19,040.00$ Relocate FH & GV EA 1 3,000.00$ 3,000.00$ Relocate Transformer EA 1 8,000.00$ 8,000.00$ Relocate Pedestal EA 1 2,500.00$ 2,500.00$ Adjust Manhole Rims EA 2 500.00$ 1,000.00$ Adjust Clean-outs EA 2 300.00$ 600.00$ Install Site Lighting LS 1 120,000.00$ 120,000.00$ STORM 12" SDR 35 PVC LF 165 60.00$ 9,900.00$ 2'x3' Curb Inlet EA 3 3,800.00$ 11,400.00$ 4' Storm Manhole EA 1 2,500.00$ 2,500.00$ LANDSCAPE Irrigation LS 1 5,000.00$ 5,000.00$ Landscape LS 1 75,000.00$ 75,000.00$ TOTAL 1,214,276.25$ 15% Contigency 182,141.44$ GRAND TOTAL 1,396,417.69$ Assumuptions: 10% Overage for Basecourse and Asphalt, Ice Rink and associated equipment is not included, does not include building subdrains or any other items required for the installation of the barn other than utility reconnections This estimate does not include costs for engineering fees, easement aquisition, construction management, materials testing, soils report, separate costs from shallow utility companies or costs for unforseen conditions. These costs are based on a concept plan and the actual costs may vary significantly based upon final design and the cost and availability of labor, equipment, material and EXHIBIT C Exhibit C Exhibit C EXHIBIT D FUNDING ALTERNATIVES CAPITAL CONSTRUCTION General Obligation Bond Issue •Requires voter approval to issue debt and levy property tax; •Ballot question subject to TABOR requirements (i.e., single subject, November election); •Sources of new revenue: Property Tax Revenue Bond •Requires voter approval to issue debt; •Normally a tax increase accompanies the debt question (i.e. sales tax or use tax increase) or, User charges are sufficient to pay debt service; •Ballot question subject to TABOR requirements (i.e., single subject, November election); Certificates of Participation •Does not require voter approval •If a ballot question is brought to the votes, it may be presented at any time •User charges or general revenues (including taxes) must sufficient to pay debt •The asset being funded must be of a significant public purpose and be acceptable collateral to bondholders Appropriation from Capital Improvements Fund and/or General Fund Revenues •Amend adopted 2018 Capital Project Fund 2018 projects o Delay any 2018 project out for bid or not currently funded o Appropriate entire $2.5 million Tract G Reserve o Reduce discretionary contingency and unappropriated reserves •Amend adopted 2018 General Fund contingency and discretionary reserves •In developing the 2019 budgets, prioritize monies for the project with 2018 transfers and new fiscal year monies Urban Renewal Fund •Appropriate in 2019 budget projected surplus revenues of $500,000 •Available funds will accrue with the Avon Hotel – partial funds 3 years after constructed; full funds in fourth year Private Fundraising REVENUE RECOVERY - OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE •User fees •Increased General Operating Mill Levy – Requires voter approval TOWN COUNCIL REPORT To: Honorable Mayor Jennie Fancher and Avon Town Council From: Preston Neill, Deputy Town Manager Meeting Date: March 13, 2018 Topic: ACTION ON RESOLUTION 18-07, WAIVING SALES TAX AND BUILDING PERMIT FEES FOR WALKING MOUNTAINS SCIENCE CENTER ACTION BEFORE COUNCIL Before Council is action on a resolution waiving sales tax and building permit fees for Walking Mountains Science Center (Walking Mountains). PROPOSED MOTION “I move to approve Resolution 18-07, Waiving Sales Tax and Building Permit Fees for Walking Mountains Science Center.” SUMMARY The Town has received a letter, included as Attachment 2, from Markian Feduschak, President of Walking Mountains, asking the Town to waive the anticipated tax on construction materials and building permit fees associated with the construction of their new Center for Sustainability. The letter indicates that the estimated amount of tax on construction materials for this project will be around $40,000.00, while the estimated amount of building permit fees will be around $38,000.00. The total amount requested for waiver, while estimated, is $78,000.00. At the February 13, 2018 Council meeting, Walking Mountains’ request was presented for input and direction. Council provided direction to staff to prepare a resolution waiving the anticipated tax on construction materials and building permit fees associated with the construction of Walking Mountains’ new Center for Sustainability. In addition, Council asked staff to procure the following information: •Provide research on legal precedence for waivers of sales tax and building permit fees •Calculate total Community Development fees associated with construction, as well as total cost of Community Development staff’s time •Provide history of Town imposing and collecting sales tax on building materials •Compile Town’s financial contributions to Walking Mountains in fiscal year 2018 Legal Considerations (from Town Attorney): Approval of a tax waiver does not necessarily create a legal precedence but should be expected to create a political or policy precedence. There is a Colorado constitutional prohibition on governments providing “gifts.” However, courts have construed this prohibition to not include any expenditure of funds (by appropriation, waiver, credit or rebate) when a “public purpose” is found for such expenditure. Courts have construed the determine of “public purpose” to be a legislative act, meaning, highly deferential to the finds of the governing body. Therefore, any single expenditure should be approved by a Resolution which documents the finding of “public purpose.” It is important that Council document the public benefit and reason for the waiver. Please see the recitals in Resolution 18-07, labeled as Attachment 1, for the proposed findings of public benefits. Council may revise the findings of public benefits as appropriate. Community Development Fees and Staff Time: Attached to this report as Attachment 3 is a summary of the estimated planning and building fees for the new Walking Mountains Classroom-Office Building, also known as the Center for Sustainability, planned for 275 Walking Mountains Lane. The estimated Community Development fees total $31,736, which includes all design review, building permit review, and building permit fees. These fees are eligible for a partial or full waiver by the Town Council, with approval of a resolution. At the request of Council, actual staff time and overhead for the review and administration of the project is included. The direct staff time and associated cost to the Town is estimated at $3,770. There is a separate Eagle River Fire District Impact Fee estimated at $5,515, due at the time of a building permit. This fee is collected by Community Development, and then transferred to the Eagle River Fire Protection District to fund capital facilities. The Eagle River Fire District Impact Fee is only eligible for waiver if part of a low-income housing project and is listed here for information purposes only. Town of Avon Sales Tax on Building Materials: The Town’s administrative procedures to impose and collect sales tax on building materials has evolved and progressed, especially since 2010. The law concerning the imposition of sales tax on materials delivered into a local government taxing jurisdiction changed with the 1992 U.S. Supreme Court case of Quill Corp. v. North Dakota and the 2010 Colorado Appellate Court case of Leggett & Platt, Inc. v. Ostrom. Collectively, these cases ruled that it is legally permissible to impose municipal sales tax on goods delivered into a municipality. From 2012 through 2015, the Finance Department adopted improved administrative procedures to notify contractors, sub-contractors and suppliers of the Town’s sales tax requirements and applicability of the Town’s sales tax to building materials delivered into Avon. The Finance Department implemented MUNIRevs software in 2014 and the Council adopted revisions to business licensing regulations by Ordinance 15-02. These two actions expanded the Town’s ability to identify businesses operating in Avon and the Town’s ability to notify such businesses of the Town’s sales tax requirements. In February 2016, Council reviewed a document prepared by Town staff titled, “Report on Town of Avon Sales Tax on Building Materials.” The purpose of the Report was to provide background on the Town’s past administrative procedures related to sales tax collection, potential options for amending the Town’s sales tax regulations and recommendations to improve sales tax administrative procedures related to sales tax collection on building materials and to ensure compliance with the Town’s licensing and tax remittance requirements. One of the legislative options outlined in the Report regarding the imposition of sales tax on building materials was to enact an exemption for public facilities and projects. Subsequently, Council adopted Ordinance 16-08, amending the Avon Municipal Code to exempt governmental institutions from sales tax on construction materials. Section 3.08.050 – “Exempt taxpayers” of the Avon Municipal Code states that religious, charitable and eleemosynary institutions are not exempt from “sales of building material or supplies to be used by a contractor for the construction of an improvement.” Essentially, even though charitable organizations are tax exempt, if they hire a contractor to build a building or construct other improvements, the building materials used in the construction of those improvements are taxable. Town of Avon Financial Contributions to Walking Mountains in 2018: •As part of the Town’s 2018 Community Grant Program, Walking Mountains received a $30,000 grant to support their educational activities. •Walking Mountains also received $11,968 from the Town’s Exterior Energy Offset Program Fund to complete energy efficiency work within the Town in fiscal year 2018. •It is worth noting that Walking Mountains serves as the fiscal agent for the newly formed Climate Action Collaborative, which the Town recently appropriated funding for in the amount of $14,034. •Finally, Walking Mountains is currently in discussions with staff regarding, 1) Leasing office space at a Town-owned facility, namely the Mobility Center or current Town Hall building, until construction of the new Center for Sustainability is completed; and 2) Acquiring select pieces of furniture from the current Town Hall once staff transitions to the new Town Hall. OPTIONS Options are presented for Council’s consideration: 1.Approve the request in full. 2.Approve a portion of the request. 3.Deny the request (No motion is necessary to deny the request). ATTACHMENTS Attachment 1 – Resolution 18-07 Attachment 2 – Letter from Walking Mountains Science Center Attachment 3 – Estimated Building Permit and Planning Department Fees TOWN OF AVON RESOLUTION 18-07 WAIVING SALES TAX AND BUILDING PERMIT FEES FOR WALKING MOUNTAINS SCIENCE CENTER WHEREAS, Walking Mountains Science Center acquired Lot 2, Buck Creek Subdivision, Avon, CO for the purposes of undeveloped open space, future educational buildings and affordable housing for staff; and, WHEREAS, Walking Mountains Science Center is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that exists for educational and science learning purposes; and, WHEREAS, Walking Mountains Science Center serves the Avon community with a wide variety of valued educational programs, including many youth programs; and, WHEREAS, Walking Mountains Science Center submitted a letter dated February 6, 2018 explaining certain increases of construction cost and potential risk of delaying construction and requesting a waiver of sales tax on construction materials and waiver of building permit fees to defray portions of the increases in construction costs (“Waiver”); and, WHEREAS, the Avon Town Council finds that the construction of the Center for Sustainability will promote and support the provision of educational programs that benefit and enhance the Avon community; and, WHEREAS, the Avon Town Council finds that the promotion and support of Walking Mountains Science Center through the Waiver of sales tax on construction materials and building permit fees related to the construction of the Center for Sustainability, will promote the health, safety and general welfare of the Avon community. THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE TOWN OF AVON that the Avon Town Council hereby approves a Waiver of sales tax on the purchase of construction materials and a Waiver of building permit fees as follows: 1.The Waiver shall only apply to the purchase of construction materials which are purchased and buildingpermits which are submitted on or before December 31, 2018. 2.The Waiver shall only apply to the construction of the Center for Sustainability. 3.The Waiver for the sales tax on construction materials shall not exceed $45,000 and the Waiver sales tax or $38,000 for building permit fees, and further provided that such waiver of sales tax on constructionmaterials for the construction of the Center of Sustainability. 4.Walking Mountains Science Center shall provide records, receipts and documentation to the Town ofthe construction materials purchased on or prior to December 31, 2018 and shall maintain such records as is required by the Chapter 3.12 Sales Tax of the Avon Municipal Code. ADOPTED MARCH 13, 2018 by the AVON TOWN COUNCIL By:_______________________________ Attest:___________________________ Jennie Fancher, Mayor Debbie Hoppe, Town Clerk ATTACHMENT 1 February 6, 2018 To: Avon Town Council Members RE: Construction Materials Tax and Building Permit Fees Refund Request From: Markian Feduschak, President Walking Mountains continues to make positive progress towards our expansion plans as we have previously shared with town council members. With the recent approval of the minor amendment to the Buck Creek PUD we are working towards a spring 2018 ground breaking on our new Center for Sustainability, pending fundraising progress relative to construction costs. The new Center for Sustainability will allow Walking Mountains to better serve our community with expanded educational and meeting space and provide much need office and work space for our growing staff. As we finalize the design of the Center for Sustainability we have received updated pricing that is significantly higher than the anticipated budget, most recently in excess of $300K. The total building costs, including an additional parking lot, will be approximately $4M and all these funds will be raised from private sources. We have done all we can to reduce these higher costs through value engineering and reasonable design changes and we continue to work hard to raise additional funds. None the less, due to increase costs we are at risk of delaying construction, which could further increase costs. For this reason, and as a 501(c)3 tax exempt educational organization, we are requesting from the town of Avon a refund on the anticipated construction materials tax and the building permit fees. These fees are estimated to be approximately $40,000 and $38,000 respectively and a refund of this total amount would make a real difference in our ability to break ground this spring. The town of Avon continues to be an important partner and generous supporter of Walking Mountains. Support such as the 96 acres conservation easement and the refund of the Real Estate Transfer Tax make a real difference in our ability to provide our mission to the residents of Avon and the community at large. As an important community asset, we do hope you will agree that the benefit the town of Avon receives from Walking Mountains out weights the amount of the refund we are requesting. We are most grateful for all the support the town of Avon provides to Walking Mountains. I look forward to providing you with more information in person regarding our expansion plans and thank you again for your consideration of this request. Best regards, Community Development Fees BUILIDNG DEPARTMENT ESTIMATED STAFF TIME & FEES FOR COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Building Permit Fee* $15,890 Estimated Plan Review 10 Hours $750 Plumbing Permit Fee $2,384 Inspections @ 20 20 hours $1,500 Mechanical Permit Fee $2,384 Permit Tech Duties 6 Hours $450 Plan Review Fee $10,329 Planning Inspections 4 Hours $180 Total Permit Fees $30,986 Planning Design Review 12 Hours $540 *Based on $3,400,000 Construction Valuation Administration 5 Hours $350 PLANNING DEPARTMENT TOTAL COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT TIME/COST $3,770 Design Review Application $750 STAFF RATES TOTAL COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT FEES $31,736 Building Official $75 /per hour Planning Director $70 /per hour IMPACT FEES (NON - TOWN OF AVON)Planner $45 /per hour Eagle River Fire Impact Fee $5,515 [compensation w/~45% mark-up] TOWN COUNCIL REPORT To:Mayor and Town Council From: David McWilliams, Town Planner Matt Pielsticker, Planning Director Meeting Date: March 13, 2018 Agenda Topic: Public Hearing and Second Reading of Ordinance 18‐02, Approving changes to the Outdoor Lighting Standards ACTION BEFORE COUNCIL Before Council is action on Second Reading of Ordinance 18‐02, approving changes to the Outdoor Lighting Standards. RECOMMENDED MOTION “I move to approve second reading of Ordinance 18‐02, thereby approving changes to the Outdoor Lighting Standards.” SUMMARY Staff was directed by Town Council to conduct an application process to modify the Avon Municipal Code (AMC) to extend the duration of the holiday lights “season” currently codified. At the February 13, 2018 meeting, Ordinance 18‐02 was continued so that a longer season and curfew for such lighting could be included. Staff separated lights in the Town Core from those in all other areas to allow for a longer season, adding to the festive nature of the walkable area of town. Also, staff codified the limitation of overnight lights. First reading of the attached Ordinance was then approved at the February 27, 2018 meeting, with direction to further define the winter ski season. Holiday lights, defined as “Temporary festive lighting intended to celebrate the winter season and the Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's holidays”, are exempted from the Outdoor Lighting Standards, however, they are required to be removed by March 1st. Presented for final Council action is the following Text Amendment to AMC Section 15.30.040(3)(a), with the changes highlighted in red: (3) All lighting (including, but not limited to street, parking lot, security, walkway and building) shall conform with the definition for full cut‐off fixtures with the light source downcast and fully shielded, with the following exceptions: a.For the Town Core, holiday lighting from November 15th to March 1st the closing date of Beaver Creek Ski Resort’s winter ski season. For all other areas, holiday lighting from November 15th to March 1. No holiday lights shall be illuminated between the hours of midnight and 6:00 am. The Town Core is defined as “the central commercial core area of Town, including the areas zoned Town Center (TC) and the adjacent parcels zoned Mixed‐Use Commercial (MC), Neighborhood Commercial (NC), Shopping Center (SC), and PUD, but not including parcels which are zoned for only residential use”. TOWN CORE AVAILABLE ACTIONS 1. Continue the Second Reading of Ordinance 18‐02, pending additional information. 2. Approve Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 18‐02, thereby approving amendments to the Outdoor Lighting Ordinance. 3. Approve Findings of Fact and Record of Decision recommending that the Town Council Deny the amendments. ATTACHMENT Ordinance 18‐02 TOWN OF AVON ORDINANCE 18-02 APPROVING CHANGES TO THE OUTDOOR LIGHTING STANDARDS RECITALS WHEREAS, the Town of Avon (“Town”) is a home rule municipal corporation and body politic organized under the laws of the State of Colorado and possessing the maximum powers, authority and privileges to which it is entitled under Colorado law; and WHEREAS, pursuant to the home rule powers of the Town of Avon ("Town"), the Town Council has the power to adopt lighting regulations, and make and publish ordinances necessary and proper to provide for the safety, preserve the health, promote the prosperity, and improve the morals, order, comfort, and convenience of its inhabitants; and WHEREAS, the Town Council finds that the modification of the Outdoor Lighting Standards will promote the health, safety and general welfare of the Avon community; and WHEREAS, approval of this Ordinance on first reading is intended only to confirm that the Town Council desires to comply the requirements of the Avon Home Rule Charter by setting a public hearing in order to provide the public an opportunity to present testimony and evidence regarding the application and that approval of this Ordinance on first reading does not constitute a representation that the Town Council, or any member of the Town Council, supports, approves, rejects, or denies this ordinance. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF AVON, COLORADO: Section 1. Recitals Incorporated. The above and foregoing recitals are incorporated herein by reference and adopted as findings and determinations of the Town Council. Section 2. Amendment to Chapter 15. 30.040(3)(a) Outdoor Lighting Standards. Section 15.30.040(3)(a) of the Avon Municipal Code is amended to read as follows, with strike out indicating language to be deleted and underline indicating language to be adopted: a.For the Town Core, holiday lighting from November 15th to March 1st the closing date of Beaver Creek Ski Resort’s winter ski season. For all other areas, holiday lighting from November 15th to March 1. No holiday lights shall be illuminated between the hours of midnight and 6:00 am. Section 3. Codification of Amendments. The codifier of the Town's Municipal Code, Colorado Code Publishing, is hereby authorized to make such numerical and formatting changes as may be necessary to incorporate the provisions of this Ordinance within the Avon Municipal Code. The Town Clerk is authorized to correct, or approve the correction by the codifier, of any typographical error in the enacted regulations, provided that such correction shall not substantively change any provision of the regulations adopted in this Ordinance. Such corrections may include spelling, reference, citation, enumeration, and grammatical errors. Section 4. Severability. If any provision of this Ordinance, or the application of such provision to any person or circumstance, is for any reason held to be invalid, such invalidity shall not affect other provisions or applications of this Ordinance which can be given effect without the invalid provision or application, and to this end the provisions of this Ordinance are declared to be severable. The Town Council hereby declares that it would have passed this Ordinance and each provision thereof, even though any one of the provisions might be declared unconstitutional or invalid. As used in this Section, the term "provision " means and includes any part, division, subdivision, section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase; the term "application" means and includes an application of an ordinance or any part thereof, whether considered or construed alone or together with another ordinance or ordinances, or part thereof, of the Town. Section 5. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall take effect thirty (30) days after public notice following final passage in accordance with Section 6.4 of the Avon Home Rule Charter. Section 6. Safety Clause. The Town Council hereby finds, determines and declares that this Ordinance is promulgated under the general police power of the Town of Avon, that it is promulgated for the health, safety and welfare of the public, and that this Ordinance is necessary for the preservation of health and safety and for the protection of public convenience and welfare. The Town Council further determines that the Ordinance bears a rational relation to the proper legislative object sought to be obtained. Section 7. Publication. The Town Clerk is ordered to publish this Ordinance in accordance with Chapter 1.16 of the Avon Municipal Code. INTRODUCED AND ADOPTED ON FIRST READING AND REFERRED TO PUBLIC HEARING on February 27, 2018 and setting such public hearing for March 13, 2018 at the Council Chambers of the Avon Municipal Building, located at One Lake Street, Avon, Colorado. BY: ATTEST: ____________________________ ____________________________ Jennie Fancher, Mayor Debbie Hoppe, Town Clerk ADOPTED ON SECOND AND FINAL READING on March 13, 2018. BY: ATTEST: ____________________________ ____________________________ Jennie Fancher, Mayor Debbie Hoppe, Town Clerk APPROVED AS TO FORM: ____________________________ Eric J. Heil, Town Attorney Heil Law & Planning, LLC E-Mail: ericheillaw@gmail.com e-mail:ericheillaw@yahoo.com H EIL L AW TO: Honorable Mayor Fancher and Town Council members FROM: Eric J. Heil, Town Attorney RE: Ord No 18-04 Enacting Unmanned Aircraft System Regulations DATE: March 8, 2018 SUMMARY: Ordinance No. 18-04 is presented to Council for first reading. Ord. No. 18-04 adopts unmanned aircraft system regulations (aka “Drone Regulations”). Drone Regulations were identitied by Town staff as desirable due to the increase in Drone activity and increase in requests to use Drones on Town property and during Town events. These Drone Regulations are near verbatim of regulations adopted by the Town of Breckenridge last November. The Federal Aviation Administration (“FAA”) pre-empts local authority to adopt regulations that conflict with FAA regulations, which includes regulation of operating distance above ground. Section 8.40.050 was added to create an offense to launch, land or operate a UAS from any private property without that property owner’s permission. Such action would be tresspass, which is already set forth as an offense in Section 9.20.020 of the Avon Municipal Code. I believe it is appropriate and helpful to include this in the Drone Regulations so that such offense is clear for enforcement purposes when responding to drone trespass complaints. This provision is in addition to the Breckenridge regulations. I have attached an article from the Summit Daily which describes the Breckenridge drone regulations and efforts to properly draft such regulations. These Drone Regulations restrict the following activities: •reckless operations, •use of drones with firearms or weapons, •use of drones for surveillance, •use of drones that interferes with police or emergency services, •launching, landing or operating drones from Town owned property without permission of Town, •launching, landing or operating drones from any real property without permission of the property owner, and •use of drones to harrass wildlife. PROPOSED MOTION: “I move to approve Ordinance No. 18-04 Adopting a New Chapter 8.40 of Title 8 of the Avon Municipal Code Establishing Unmanned Aircraft System Regulations.” OPTIONS: Council may continue consideration of first reading for more information, may table consideration, or may deny the adoption of the Drone Regulations. Thank you, Eric ATTACHMENTS: Ordinance No. 18-04 Dec. 1, 2017, Summit Daily article M EMORANDUM& PLANNING, LLC Ord 18-04 FIRST READING – March 13, 2018 Page 1 of 3 TOWN OF AVON, COLORADO ORDINANCE 18-04 ADOPTING A NEW CHAPTER 8.40 OF TITLE 8 OF THE AVON MUNICIPAL CODE ESTABLISHING UNMANNED AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS REGULATIONS WHEREAS, the Town of Avon, Colorado (“Town”) is a home rule municipality existing pursuant to the laws of the Colorado Constitution, the Colorado Revised Statutes and the Town's Home Rule Charter; and WHEREAS, the Town Council finds that the use of unmaned aircraft systems has increased dramatically over the last several years and that the Town does not have appropriate or effective regulations to protect persons and property from such activity; and WHEREAS, the Town has the power to adopt this ordinance pursuant to: (i) C.R.S. § 31- 15-103 (concerning municipal police powers); (ii) C.R.S. § 31-15-401, C.R.S. (concerning municipal police powers); (iii) the authority granted to home rule municipalities by Article XX of the Colorado Constitution; and (iv) the powers contained in the Avon Town Charter, and that such powers are traditional local government powers; and WHEREAS, the Town Council finds that the regulation of unmanned aircraft systems will promote the public health, safety and welfare of the Avon community. NOW, THERFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF AVON, COLORADO the following: Section 1. Recitals Incorporated. The above and foregoing recitals are incorporated herein by reference and adopted as findings and determinations of the Town Council. Section 2. Addition of Section 8.40 to Title 8 of the Avon Municipal Code. Title 8 of the Avon Municipal Code is hereby amended by the addition of a new Chapter 8.40, to read as set forth in Exhibit A: Addition of Section 8.40 to Title 8 of the Avon Municipal Code, attached hereto. Section 3. Codification Amendments. The codifier of the Town’s Municipal Code, Colorado Code Publishing, is hereby authorized to make such numerical and formatting changes as may be necessary to incorporate the provisions of this Ordinance within the Avon Municipal Code. The Town Clerk is authorized to correct, or approve the correction by the codifier, of any typographical error in the enacted regulations, provided that such correction shall not substantively change any provision of the regulations adopted in this Ordinance. Such corrections may include spelling, reference, citation, enumeration, and grammatical errors. Section 4. Severability. If any provision of this Ordinance, or the application of such provision to any person or circumstance, is for any reason held to be invalid, such invalidity shall ATTACHMENT 1 Ord 18-04 FIRST READING – March 13, 2018 Page 2 of 3 not affect other provisions or applications of this Ordinance which can be given effect without the invalid provision or application, and to this end the provisions of this Ordinance are declared to be severable. The Town Council hereby declares that it would have passed this Ordinance and each provision thereof, even though any one of the provisions might be declared unconstitutional or invalid. As used in this Section, the term “provision” means and includes any part, division, subdivision, section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase; the term “application” means and includes an application of an ordinance or any part thereof, whether considered or construed alone or together with another ordinance or ordinances, or part thereof, of the Town. Section 5. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall take effect thirty (30) days after the date of final passage in accordance with Section 6.4 of the Avon Home Rule Charter. Section 6. Safety Clause. The Town Council hereby finds, determines and declares that this Ordinance is promulgated under the general police power of the Town of Avon, that it is promulgated for the health, safety and welfare of the public, and that this Ordinance is necessary for the preservation of health and safety and for the protection of public convenience and welfare. The Town Council further determines that the Ordinance bears a rational relation to the proper legislative object sought to be obtained. Section 7. No Existing Violation Affected. Nothing in this Ordinance shall be construed to release, extinguish, alter, modify, or change in whole or in part any penalty, liability or right or affect any audit, suit, or proceeding pending in any court, or any rights acquired, or liability incurred, or any cause or causes of action acquired or existing which may have been incurred or obtained under any ordinance or provision hereby repealed or amended by this Ordinance. Any such ordinance or provision thereof so amended, repealed, or superseded by this Ordinance shall be treated and held as remaining in force for the purpose of sustaining any and all proper actions, suits, proceedings and prosecutions, for the enforcement of such penalty, liability, or right, and for the purpose of sustaining any judgment, decree or order which can or may be rendered, entered, or made in such actions, suits or proceedings, or prosecutions imposing, inflicting, or declaring such penalty or liability or enforcing such right, and shall be treated and held as remaining in force for the purpose of sustaining any and all proceedings, actions, hearings, and appeals pending before any court or administrative tribunal. Section 8. Publication. The Town Clerk is ordered to publish this Ordinance in accordance with Chapter 1.16 of the Avon Municipal Code. INTRODUCED AND ADOPTED ON FIRST READING AND REFERRED TO PUBLIC HEARING on March 13, 2018 and setting such public hearing for March 27, 2018 at the Council Chambers of the Avon Municipal Building, located at One Lake Street, Avon, Colorado. BY: ATTEST: ____________________________ ___________________________ Jennie Fancher, Mayor Debbie Hoppe, Town Clerk Ord 18-04 FIRST READING – March 13, 2018 Page 3 of 3 ADOPTED ON SECOND AND FINAL READING on March 27, 2018. BY: ATTEST: ____________________________ ____________________________ Jennie Fancher, Mayor Debbie Hoppe, Town Clerk APPROVED AS TO FORM: ____________________________ Eric J. Heil, Town Attorney Exhibit A: Chapter 8.40 – Unmanned Aircraft Systems Page 1 of 3 EXHIBIT A: Chapter 8.40 – Unmanned Aircraft Systems CHAPTER 8.40 – Unmanned Aircraft Systems 8.40.010 – Purpose and Intent. It is the purpose and intent of this Chapter to address the unregulated use of unmanned aircraft systems, sometimes known as “drones,” throughout the Town. The unregulated use of unmanned aircraft systems: (i) pose threats to the public health, safety, and welfare of the residents and many visitors to the Town that include, but are not limited to, potential hazards to persons and property on the ground; and (ii) give rise to additional serious concerns that include, but are not limited to, privacy and law enforcement operations. 8.40.020 – Definitions. For purposes of this Chapter, the following terms shall have the following meanings: Critical Infrastructure has the meaning set forth in 18 U.S.C. §2339D, as may be amended from time to time, and means systems and assets vital to national defense, national security, economic security, public health or safety including both regional and national infrastructure. Critical infrastructure may be publicly or privately owned; examples of critical infrastructure include gas and oil production, storage, or delivery systems, water supply systems, telecommunications networks, electrical power generation or delivery systems, financing and banking systems, emergency services (including medical, police, fire, and rescue services), and transportation systems and services (including highways, mass transit, airlines, and airports). Deadly Weapon means any firearm, whether loaded or unloaded, knife, bludgeon, or other weapon, device, instrument, material or substance, whether animate or inanimate, which in a manner it is used or intended to be used is capable of producing death or serious bodily injury. FAA means the Federal Aviation Administration. Firearm means any instrument used in the propulsion of shot, slug, shell or bullets or other objects or projectiles capable of inflicting pain, bodily injury or property damage, by the action of gunpowder exploded or burned within it, or by the power or action of springs, and including what are commonly known as air rifles, air pistols, and BB guns. Operation means to pilot, steer, direct, fly, or manage a UAS through the air whether removetly or otherwise. The term “operate” includes managing or intiating a computer system that pilots, steers, directs, flies, or manages a UAS. Surveillance means the gathering, without permission and in a manner that is offensive to a reasonable person, of visual images, physical impressions, sound Exhibit A: Chapter 8.40 – Unmanned Aircraft Systems Page 2 of 3 recordings, data, or other information involving the private, personal, business, or familial activities of another person, business, or entity, or that otherwise intrudes upon the privacy, solitude, or seclusion of another person, business, or entity, regardless of whether a physical trespass onto real property owned, leased, or otherwise lawfully occupied by such other person, business, or entity, or into the airspace above real property owned, leased, or otherwise lawfully occupied by such other person, business, or entity, occurs in connection with such surveillance. UAS means an aircraft, powered aerial vehicle, or other device without a human pilot aboard, the flight of which is controlled either autonomously by onboard computers or by the remote control of a pilot operator on the ground or in another vehicle or aircraft, and all associated equipment and apparatuses. 8.40.030 – Unlawful Acts. It is unlawful to operate a UAS: (a) In a reckless or careless manner so as to endanger the life or property of another. In any proceeding alleging a violation of this Section, the factfinder shall consider the standards for safe operation of aircraft prescribed by federal statutes or regulations governing UASs. (b) If the UAS is equipped with a firearm or other deadly weapon. (c) For the purpose of conducting surveillance, unless permitted by law. (d) In a manner that interferes with law enforcement, firefighting, or any other government emergency operations. 8.40.040 – Unlawful to Launch, Land, or Operate a UAS from or on Town-Owned Real Property without Town Permission. It is unlawful to launch or land a UAS from any real property owned by the Town without the prior written permission of the Town Manager or the Town Manager’s designee. 8.40.050 – Unlawful to Launch, Land, or Operate a UAS from or on Real Property without Property Owner Permission. It is unlawful to launch or land a UAS from any real property without the prior written permission of the owner of such real property. 8.40.060 – Unlawful to Harass or Annoy Wildlife. It is unlawful to intentionally or knowingly harass, annoy, or disturb wildlife by the use of a UAS. Exhibit A: Chapter 8.40 – Unmanned Aircraft Systems Page 3 of 3 8.40.070 – Exemptions. Nothing in this Chapter shall be construed to prohibit, limit, or otherwise restrict: (a) The use of a UAS for lawful purposes and in a lawful manner by any of the following persons acting in the course and scope of their assigned duties: (i) any law enforcement or emergency services personnel of the Town; (ii) any other local, state, or federal government law enforcement or emergency services personnel; or (iii) any authorized military personnel of the state or federal government. (b) The use of a UAS by the owner or operator of a critical infrastructure facility to monitor, operate, or maintain the reliability and integrity of the facility, or to determine if repairs are necessary to the facility. (c) The use of a UAS to the extent this Chapter conflicts with or is preempted by any law, rule, or regulation of the FAA. 8.40.080 – Violation; Penalty. (a) It is unlawful and a misdemeanor offense to violate any provision of this Chapter. A person who is convicted of violating any provision of this Chapter shall be punished as provided in Chapter 1.08 – General Penalty. (b) In addition to the penalty set forth in subsection (a) of this Section, the Town may impound any UAS that is operated in violation of this Chapter. Page 1 of 2https://www.summitdaily.com/news/local/drone-controls-has-breckenridge-succeeded-where-other-towns-have-failed/ Drone controls: Has Breckenridge succeeded where other towns have failed? December 1, 2017 An industry expert and commercial drone pilot is praising Breckenridge town officials in passing a new law regulating unmanned aircraft systems that the expert and town staff both say could withstand a legal challenge, unlike one recently struck down by a federal judge in Newton, Massachusetts. "I think Breckenridge's ordinance is great compromise," said Vic Moss via email, referring to the new drone law passed Nov. 28 by Breckenridge Town Council on second reading. Moss is a commercial drone pilot based on the Front Range who's become a leader in the field of drone law through repeated conversations with Federal Aviation Administration officials and working on a number of UAS cases across the country, as a friend of the pilots and as an expert witness. "And the fact that (Breckenridge officials) wanted to work with (drone pilots) in crafting their ordinance was awesome on their part, and greatly appreciated by all in the UAS community," he continued. "I wish all cities and states were as eager to listen to us as the town of Breckenridge." Moss also testified in the Newton case sparked by an FAA-certified drone pilot filing suit against Newton, a suburb of Boston, for a drone law passed in December 2016 that's been described as "the most restrictive to date." A federal judge ruled on Sept. 21 that Newton officials went too far by trying to exercise control over the city's air space and pre-empt guidelines set by the FAA, which stands as the governing body over all U.S. air space. Most egregiously, the city had banned all flights under 400 feet, in addition to any flights over private or public property without explicit permission from the landowner. Another provision in the now-defunct law required pilots to register their drones with the city and pay a small fee, and that too was out of bounds, the judge ruled. The timing of the ruling came at an opportune moment for Breckenridge, just as the Colorado ski town was trying to write its own local drone ordinance. Town officials took the first step to get a handle on drones in scenic Breckenridge last August, a move that was sparked by a July wildfire that burned 84 acres outside of town and at least two drones which were reportedly flying dangerously close to the blaze, impeding firefighting efforts. The first proposed draft of Breckenridge's drone law drew significant blowback from a handful of local pilots, including five who spoke out against the proposal at town council's Aug. 22 meeting. One of those pilots was Moss. Some of the other pilots who spoke up offered bad information, and they argued the FAA's rules were more than enough, not recognizing Breckenridge police had no jurisdiction to enforce those federal laws. Meanwhile, Moss encouraged the town to pump the brakes on a few provisions in the original draft, including any language that would have prevented drone flights over specific areas, such as Cucumber Gulch or the town's golf course. Heeding some of those concerns, Breckenridge officials put their plan in a holding pattern while they invited more input from those pilots and took down their information. "I actually had another meeting with (assistant town manager) Shannon Haynes and the town attorney (Tim Berry) about five weeks after the first reading," Moss said in the email. "After that, they sent me their newest code, and it was pretty good." In the end, town staff said Moss was extremely helpful finding ways to achieve the town's desires by keeping the law's attention fixed on the ground. While the town couldn't enact any regulations preventing drone flights over any specific air space — such as the wildlife-rich Cucumber Gulch — they made use of an FAA provision that makes the harassment of wildlife illegal. ATTACHMENT 2 Page 2 of 2https://www.summitdaily.com/news/local/drone-controls-has-breckenridge-succeeded-where-other-towns-have-failed/ Additionally, the town has also made it illegal to launch, land or operate a drone from town-owned property without a permit, and that idea came from Moss too. Because the FAA requires pilots to maintain a clear line of sight with their drones at all times during a flight, the new law makes it much more difficult to fly over town property than it otherwise would be by limiting where the operator can be. Moss previously said Breckenridge could set an example with its drone law for other municipalities across the nation, as they also look to enact laws regulating drones. Based on Moss's reaction to the law Breckenridge has passed, it appears the town might have hit that target. "Much of the specific language has been removed and the current ordinance focuses on reckless and careless and dangerous behavior," assistant town manager Shannon Haynes told council members before they voted on the law at its first reading on Nov. 11. Regardless if any other municipalities follow suit, Moss is characterizing the town's efforts as "a great example of how the UAS community and local politicians can easily work together to craft reasonable legislation." Add a comment... ATTACHMENT 2 TOWN COUNCIL REPORT To: Honorable Mayor Jennie Fancher and Avon Town Council From: Councilors Amy Phillips and Jake Wolf Meeting Date: March 13, 2018 Agenda Topic: Creative Founding Committee Update & Request for Funding ACTION BEFORE COUNCIL Action on a request by Councilors Amy Phillips and Jake Wolf to provide seed funding to launch the work of the Creative Founding Committee. PROPOSED MOTION The following motion is drafted to reflect the recommendation of Councilors Phillips and Wolf: I move to appropriate funding in the amount $10,000.00 to retain a part-time independent contractor to assist the Creative Founding Committee in its initial organizational work. Funding will be appropriated from the 2018 General Fund Contingency line item. The current balance in the line item is $153,594.00. SUMMARY The Creative Founding Committee has been formed at the invitation of Councilors Amy Phillips and Jake Wolf to initiate the establishment of an arts and cultural organization, with membership from creative organizations and individuals, and businesses. The organization will be a nonprofit, association or collaborative focused on building broad community support and buy-in for the creative industries and arts in Avon, with the intention of Avon ultimately meeting the requirements for certification as a Creative District. The Committee first met on January 26th. The meeting brought 19 interested citizens together, who developed an electronic outreach board, to identify purposes of an arts and cultural organization, goals, programming and asset/resource needs. The second meeting was March 2nd, with four citizens present, who continued building out the basis for the organization. On the agenda, was a discussion about the need for a part-time independent contractor to help launch the organization. The conclusion was a part-time, qualified independent contractor would advance the following work: •Serve as a point of contact for the organization and build membership •Lead the formation of an organization and develop the advisory/governing board •Develop, with board membership, a Strategic Plan •Develop and maintain an operating budget •Research matching grant opportunities Councilor Phillips will be responsible for finalizing a job description and hourly rate. The CFC will interview applicants, with the successful applicant being retained by the Town as an independent contractor. Oversight of the contractor and reporting responsibilities will be that of the CFC membership. Councilor Phillips and Wolf look forward to discussing the proposal at Tuesday’s meeting. TOWN OF AVON, COLORADO AVON REGULAR MEETING MINUTES FOR TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2018 AVON TOWN HALL, ONE LAKE STREET Page 1 1.A CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL Mayor Fancher called the meeting to order at 5:05 p.m. A roll call was taken and Council members present were Amy Phillips, Matt Gennett, Jake Wolf, Scott Prince and Sarah Smith Hymes. Megan Burch was absent. Also present were Town Manager Virginia Egger, Town Attorney Eric Heil, Deputy Police Chief Coby Cosper, Planning Director Matt Pielsticker, Deputy Town Manager Preston Neill and Town Clerk Debbie Hoppe. 2.APPROVAL OF AGENDA Councilor Wolf requested a discussion about Colorado World Resorts’ Rezoning and PUD Overlay Applications. Mayor Fancher asked for item 8.2.1, the USFS comment letter, to be removed from the Consent Agenda. There was also a request for a discussion regarding a change in special events funding and summer music production. Councilor Gennett moved to approve the agenda, as amended. Councilor Wolf seconded the motion and it passed unanimously by Council members present. Councilor Burch was absent. 3.EXECUTIVE Session 3.1. FOR A CONFERENCE WITH THE TOWN ATTORNEY FOR THE PURPOSE OF RECEIVING LEGAL ADVICE ON C.R.S. §24-6- 402(2)(B) REGARDING THE COLORADO WORLD RESORTS REZONING AND PUD OVERLAY APPLICATION. Mayor Fancher moved to convene into Executive Session for a conference with the Town Attorney for the purpose of receiving legal advice on C.R.S. §24-6-402(2)(b) regarding the Colorado World Resorts Rezoning and PUD Overlay application. Mayor Pro Tem Smith Hymes seconded the motion and it passed with a vote of 5 to 1. Councilor Wolf voted no. Councilor Burch was absent. The time was 5:16 p.m. Executive Session ended at 5:47 p.m. Council reconvened into the Regular meeting at 5:47 p.m. 4.MEETING PROCEDURES FOR THE MEETING OF FEBRUARY 27, 2018 5.PUBLIC COMMENT – COMMENTS ARE WELCOME ON ITEMS NOT LISTED ON THE FOLLOWING AGENDA* Michael Cacioppo commented on the plastic bag ban. 6.ACTION ITEMS Start time: 17:47 6.1. ACTION ON FINDINGS OF FACT AND RECORD OF DECISION FOR COLORADO WORLD RESORTS, LLC REZONING AND PUD OVERLAY DENIAL (PLANNING DIRECTOR MATT PIELSTICKER) Councilor Prince moved to approve the Findings and of fact and Record of Decisions Rezoning from PUD to Mixed-Use Commercial Zone District and the Open Space, Landscaping and Drainage Zone District, as drafted. Councilor Gennett seconded the motion and it passed with a vote of 5. Councilor Wolf abstained from the vote. Council Burch was absent. TOWN OF AVON, COLORADO AVON REGULAR MEETING MINUTES FOR TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2018 AVON TOWN HALL, ONE LAKE STREET Page 2 Councilor Gennett moved to approve the Findings and of fact and Record of Decision Rezoning with Preliminary PUD Overlay Zone District, thereby denying the PUD Overlay application, with the following additional recital H: "The proposed application includes developing a portion of the property on steep slopes in excess of 40 percent which does not meet the development standards set forth in §7.28.100(3)(i) and the overall application does not meet the purpose of the Planned Unit Development, specifically §17.16.060(a)(8) concerning improvements to the design quality and character of the development and §17.16.060(a)(9) because the application does not provide adequate compensating benefits and recognition of the increased visual impacts of the development and in recognition of the design flexibility. Councilor Phillips seconded the motion and it passed with a vote of 5. Councilor Wolf abstained from the vote. Council Burch was absent 7.WORK SESSION Start time: 24:17 7.1. COLORADO WORLD RESORTS – REZONING FOR THE COLORADO WORLD RESORTS PROPERTY AND DISCUSSION OF PUD OVERLAY CONSIDERATIONS (PLANNING DIRECTOR MATT PIELSTICKER) Direction was provided to the developer to pursue high density residential zoning and entertain STR Overlay. 8.ACTION ITEMS Start time: 82:54 8.1. FIRST READING OF ORDINANCE 18-02, AMENDING THE LIGHTING ORDINANCE TO EXTEND PERMITTED DURATION OF SEASONAL HOLIDAY LIGHTING IN THE TOWN CORE & PLACING CURFEW ON RESIDENTIAL PROPERTIES (PLANNING DIRECTOR MATT PIELSTICKER) The majority of Council agreed to a small language change in the Ordinance. Councilor Gennett moved to approve first reading of Ordinance 18-02, as amended, thereby approving changes to the Outdoor Lighting Ordinance. Councilor Prince seconded the motion and it passed unanimously by Council members present. Councilor Burch was absent. Council moved to item 8.2.2. 8.2. CONSENT AGENDA Start time: 94:52 8.2.2 APPROVAL OF MINUTES FROM FEBRUARY 13, 2018 COUNCIL MEETING (TOWN CLERK DEBBIE HOPPE) Councilor Phillips moved to approve the minutes from the February 13, 2018 Council Meeting minutes, with the amendment provided by Councilor Gennett. Councilor Gennett seconded the motion and it passed unanimously by Council present. Councilor Burch was absent. Council moved to item 8.2.1. TOWN OF AVON, COLORADO AVON REGULAR MEETING MINUTES FOR TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2018 AVON TOWN HALL, ONE LAKE STREET Page 3 8.2.1. APPROVAL AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN A COMMENT LETTER TO THE USFS REGARDING THE BERLAIMONT ESTATES ROAD ENHANCEMENT PROJECT (PLANNING DIRECTOR MATT PIELSTICKER) Councilor Phillips move to authorize Mayor Fancher to sign the comment letter to the USFS regarding the Environmental Impact Statement for Berlaimont Estates Access Project. Councilor Gennett seconded the motion and it passed unanimously by Council present. Councilor Burch was absent. Council moved into a discussion regarding special events funding. Council discussed the $56,000 that was returned from Mountain Standard to the Ad Hoc Special Events Committee. The majority of Council was in favor of not redeploying the funds at this time. Councilor Wolf voiced his concerns regarding the rezoning application of the Folson property, as well as Colorado World Resorts’ Preliminary PUD application. Council provided direction to staff on how to treat development applications in the future, including notifying Council once an application is received. Michael Cacioppo recommended that Council and the Town Manager speak into the microphones so that they are heard. He also said any piece of paper that goes before Council is a public record. 9.PRESENTATIONS Start time: 169:00 EAGLE COUNTY TRANSIT DEVELOPMENT PLAN (GEOFF SLATER & CHRIS LUBBERS) Chris Lubbers, Director of Transit and Fleet Services for Eagle County and Geoff Slater a from Nelson\Nygaard, provided recommendations from the Eagle County’s Transit Development Plan Project. 10.WRITTEN REPORTS 10.1. BOOTING REVIEW REPORT (POLICE CHIEF GREG DALY) 10.2. MONTHLY FINANCIALS REPORT (SENIOR ACCOUNTANT MARTHA ANDERSON) 10.3. ABSTRACT FROM FEBRUARY 20, 2018 PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MEETING (PLANNING DIRECTOR MATT PIELSTICKER) 11.MAYOR & COUNCIL COMMENTS & MEETING UPDATES Start time: 221:10 Councilor Phillips mentioned that a work group is being assembled to put together a plan recommending pedestrian improvement along Highway 6. The goal is to present the plan to CDOT. Mayor Fancher said she recently met with a group to talk to the Insurance Commission about the outlook for health insurance rates in Colorado. She said she also met with the Lieutenant Governor Donna Lynn to talk about the same topic. TOWN OF AVON, COLORADO AVON REGULAR MEETING MINUTES FOR TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2018 AVON TOWN HALL, ONE LAKE STREET Page 4 Councilor Prince thanked Police Chief Greg Daly for preparing the report on booting practices in Avon. Council briefly discussed the recent Polar Plunge event and thanked everyone who was involved in putting the event together. Mayor Pro Tem Smith Hymes said the Town's first historic marker has been installed along the bike path for the water wheel. Councilor Wolf congratulated the WinterWonderGrass crew for a great weekend in Steamboat. He thanked the staff for getting Google Transit up and running. He also recognized the awesome work done for the Mikaela parade with golden balloons and all the VMS signs congratulating her. 12.ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Council, Mayor Fancher moved to adjourn the regular meeting. The time was 9:32 p.m. These minutes are only a summary of the proceedings of the meeting. They are not intended to be comprehensive or to include each statement, person speaking or to portray with complete accuracy. The most accurate records of the meeting are the audio of the meeting, which is housed in the Town Clerk’s office, and the video of the meeting, which is available at www.highfivemedia.org. RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED: ________________________________ Debbie Hoppe, Town Clerk APPROVED: Jennie Fancher ___________________________________ Sarah Smith Hymes ___________________________________ Jake Wolf ________________________________ Megan Burch ________________________________ Matt Gennett ________________________________ Scott Prince ________________________________ Amy Phillips ________________________________ TOWN OF AVON, COLORADO TOWN COUNCIL WORKFORCE HOUSING RETREAT MEETING MINUTES FOR WEDNESDAY, MARCH 7, 2018 AVON POLICE DEPARTMENT TRAINING ROOM, 60 BUCK CREEK ROAD, AVON, CO 81620 Avon Retreat Minutes 3/7/18 Page 1 1.CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL Mayor Fancher called the meeting to order at 12:20 p.m. A roll call was taken and Council members present were Amy Phillips, Megan Burch, Jake Wolf, Scott Prince and Sarah Smith Hymes. Matt Gennett was not present. Also present were Town Manager Virginia Egger, Town Attorney Eric Heil, Assistant Town Manager Scott Wright, Planning Director Matt Pielsticker, Deputy Town Manager Preston Neill, Willa Williford, Williford LLC, Laurie Best, Town of Breckenridge, Tori Franks, Valley Home Store, Nina Timm, formerly with the Town of Vail, and Kim Bell Williams, Eagle County Housing Authority. 2.PUBLIC COMMENT There were no comments made. 3.RETREAT TOPIC: WORKFORCE HOUSING Willa Williford, Williford LLC, facilitated the Retreat. The workforce housing professionals in attendance provided information and experience in developing workforce housing. The following topics were discussed: •Town of Breckenridge Affordable Workforce Housing •Case Study: Holiday Neighborhood, Boulder •Implementing the Comprehensive Plan: Building a Workforce Housing Program o Goal Setting – Does Council want set goals related to workforce housing? o What about housing Town of Avon employees? o Constructing New Units o Incentives and Regulations o Other Alternatives 4.ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Council, the retreat adjourned at 5:00 p.m. TOWN OF AVON, COLORADO TOWN COUNCIL WORKFORCE HOUSING RETREAT MEETING MINUTES FOR WEDNESDAY, MARCH 7, 2018 AVON POLICE DEPARTMENT TRAINING ROOM, 60 BUCK CREEK ROAD, AVON, CO 81620 Avon Retreat Minutes 3/7/18 Page 2 RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED: _________________________________ Preston Neill, Deputy Town Manager APPROVED: Jennie Fancher ________________________________ Jake Wolf ________________________________ Matt Gennett ________________________________ Megan Burch ________________________________ Amy Phillips ________________________________ Scott Prince ________________________________ Sarah Smith Hymes ________________________________ TOWN COUNCIL REPORT To: Honorable Mayor Jennie Fancher and Avon Town Council From: Virginia C. Egger, Town Manager Meeting Date: March 13, 2017 Agenda Topic: TOWN OF AVON 2017 – 2019 STRATEGIC PLAN QUARTERLY PROGRESS UPDATE SUMMARY: Town Council, on July 25, 2017, adopted Resolution 17-16 Town of Avon 2-017-2018 Strategic Plan. To provide timely and comprehensive reporting on the status of Council direction in the Strategic Plan, please find attached the Town of Avon 2017-19 Strategic Plan Quarterly Progress Update, which details efforts, over the last period, on the prioritized strategies in the plan. The Strategic Plan, of course, does not account for all direction by the Town Council or unforeseen needs or opportunities, and activity for staff work or Council agenda items, but does set forth major undertakings through the planning horizon. Town Council will begin its annual review of the plan in June. Please let me know if you would like more detailed information on the Update. ATTACHMENT: Town of Avon 2017-19 Strategic Plan Quarterly Progress Update TOWN OF AVON 2017-2019 STRATEGIC PLAN QUARTERLY PROGRESS UPDATE MARCH 13, 2018 Adopted by the Avon Town Council Resolution 17-16, Series of 2017 July 25, 2017 2017-19 STRATEGIC PLAN UPDATE July 25, 2017 Page2 Purpose of the Strategic Plan The Strategic Plan is developed and adopted to guide decision-making and provide the structure for ensuring investments and programs reflect Council priorities in achieving the vision and adopted plans of the Town of Avon. Updated each year to reflect the priorities of the Town Council, the adopted Strategic Plan provides the Avon community information about the important work planned by the Town, over the planning period. Once the Strategic Plan is adopted, a budget is prepared to meet the multi-year program, followed by each department submitting a business work plan to the Town Manager, identifying the timing and process for implementing each strategy. Progress on the work plans are monitored to ensure outcomes are met. The Comprehensive Plan is the key leadership planning document of the Town and leads the Strategic Plan’s Vision, with the identification of tactical actions to meet the Vision. In July of 2015, the Town Council provided the opportunity for residents and businesses to identify the most important issues in the Town through civic engagement outreach at open houses and through a Community Survey. The results have aided the Council in identifying priorities over the next several years and have provided information as to other methods to engage the public in the vision and strategic planning of the Town. A Community Survey is planned again for 2018. The Strategic Plan is organized as follows: The Strategic Plan Vision provides a dynamic overview describing the way of life in Avon, the values the community holds and serves as a comprehensive statement regarding the focus and directed outcomes of the Town’s work. The Vision is directed by the Comprehensive Plan. From the Strategic Plan Vision, four key outcomes have been identified to set the prioritized work of the Town. The four outcomes, with successes, challenges and strategies to achieve each vision are detailed, resulting in a Strategic Plan. 2017-19 STRATEGIC PLAN UPDATE July 25, 2017 Page3 Strategic Plan Vision “Avon’s vision is to provide a high quality of life, today and in the future, for a diverse population; and to promote their ability to live, work, visit and recreate in the community.” TOWN OF AVON COMPREHENSIVE PLAN, ADOPTED MAY 23, 2017 The Town of Avon, surrounded by natural beauty, is today a strong community, which will maintain a focus on families and workers, and that will build on its strengths to become a nationally and internationally recognized year-round mountain resort community. Committed to providing a high level of municipal services for our citizens and visitors, and the stewardship of our natural resources, Avon will expand its cultural, recreational and educational offerings in partnership with our broader community and regional public and private sector agencies, thereby ensuring sustained economic vitality and a vibrant community experience. Recent resort-oriented accommodations projects in Avon are of a higher standard than the Town attracted at its founding and in its early years. It is this superior level of quality development that Avon believes will be its comparative advantage in the future, and, therefore, will work to attract and promote these types of developments by ensuring Town plans and incentives are constructed in a manner which provides the development community clear and timely information; and, by steadfastly maintaining a professional and solution-oriented municipal business. The Town will continue to value and support our full-time and part-time resident population by providing an exceptional level of municipal services and by working to retain existing businesses as the Town seeks to expand its retail and commercial base, while fostering our sense of community through both our spirit and the built environment. The importance of vibrancy and activity within the Town will be supported by attracting an array of new and diverse cultural and recreational events to Avon which are in concert with the values of our community and serve to nurture a cohesive sense of place and public. It is the Town of Avon’s elected officials and staff commitment to fiduciary responsibility, effectiveness and efficiency in providing government services and a practiced belief in open and transparent governance that will lead the successful implementation of this vision for the growth and development of Avon. 2017-19 STRATEGIC PLAN UPDATE July 25, 2017 Page4 Strategic Plan Fiscal Years 2017-19 SUPPORT A STRONG COMMUNITY, BUILDING ON STRENGTHS AS A YEAR-ROUND MOUNTAIN RESORT COMMUNITY The Town will continue to value and support our community through a strong and diverse economy, attentive to business retention and proactively partnering with the private sector to expand Avon’s retail and commercial base. The Town’s commitment to planning for future growth; to ensuring there is a hierarchy of built forms to reflect the importance of the Town Center; an openness to new community development trends; and, recognition of private property interests and the costs of doing business with the Town, sets forth a dynamic relationship for the successful construction of the built environment and business growth. RECENT SUCCESSES ADOPTION OF THE AVON COMPREHENSIVE PLAN –APPROVAL OF BEAVER CREEK BLVD FINAL DESIGN – WEBSITE UPDATED – LOT B HOTEL APPROVAL – EAGLEBEND FINANCING – BENCHMARK COVENANTS TERMINATION - BUS PILOT TESTS, DEVIATED LOOPS & FUNDING OF EVENING SERVICE – ZAGSTER BIKE SHARE PROGRAM - VALLEY HOME STORE MANAGEMENT AGREEMENT – FRANCHISE AGREEMENT - NOVEMBER 2017 BALLOT QUESTION FOR BROADBAND EXEMPTION CURRENT CHALLENGES SHORTAGE OF AFFORDABLE LOCAL HOUSING FOR WORKERS & SENIORS - FEW HOUSING OWNERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES – APPROVALS & OPPORTUNITIES WITH THE RAILROAD - CHANGING DEMOGRAPHICS OF THE SKI INDUSTRY & INCREASED COMPETITION STRATEGIES Tier 1 Priorities Meet the Comprehensive Plan Housing goals to 1) Achieve a diverse range of housing densities, styles and types, including rental and for sale, to serve all segments of the population; and 2) Coordinate with neighboring communities to provide an attainable housing program that incorporates both rental an ownership opportunities, which are affordable for local working families. COUNCIL WORKFORCE HOUSING RETREAT ON MARCH 6TH Town of Avon Properties Development Strategies: Finalize in 2017, through the PZC recommendation process and Council adoption process the preparation of development strategies for Tract G, Lot 5 and Swift Gulch, building on the Stan Clauson Associates, November, 2015, initial plan. In the Tract G planning, evaluate expansion of the Recreation Center and a parking garage. Ensure increase access to the Eagle River and utilization of the river is included in the planning. Engage a citizen committee to serve as a stakeholder group for consideration of the relocation of the Hahnewald Barn, Blacksmith Shop and Cabin in the Town of Avon. The planning will be an 2017-2019 STRATEGIC PLAN July 25, 2017 Page5 inclusive process with the greatest civic engagement from the initial meetings through adoption hearings. RECOMMENDED FOR ADOPTION BY THE PZC ON FEBRUARY 20TH; COUNCIL FIRST READING SET FOR MARCH 13TH; PENDING ACTION SECOND READING ON MARCH 27TH HAHNEWALD BARN SITING AND RELOCATION PLANNING ESTIMATE COSTS TO BE PRESENTED TO TOWN COUNCIL ON MARCH 13TH WITH FURTHER DIRECTION REQUESTED Develop an implementation plan once adopted. In the interim, construct cleaning and minor facility upgrade budgets for Fire Station 7 and the Wildridge Fire Station for renting to workers and/or working families in late 2017/2018, with consideration of terms which allow for future renovation. WILDRIDGE FIRE STATION UNITS LEASED; 351 BENCHMARK ROAD BUILDING LEASED THROUGH MAY 1ST; NEW RFP BEING SENT OUT FOR SUMMER/FALL WORKER LEASE Invest in multi-modal improvements prioritizing walkability and bicycle use on streets, with transit, parking and wayfinding. Beaver Creek Boulevard – Walkability/Bike/Pedestrian/Vehicle Redesign: Bid project in fall of 2017; Construct in 2018, pending bid approval. PROJECT OUT TO BID; COUNCIL TO TAKE ACTION ON LOWEST QUALIFIED BID ON MARCH 27TH 2017 Town of Avon Multimodal Transportation and Parking Plan – Finalize PZC recommendation and program Council action for adoption in the summer/fall of 2017 COMPLETED AS AN IN-HOUSE WORKING GUIDE; DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION RENAMED MOBILITY DEPARTMENT WINTER DATA AND SUMMER MOBILITY PLAN TO BE PRESENTED TO COUNCIL ON APRIL 10TH, INCLUDNG PILOT PROGRAMS Nottingham Road/I-70-Avon Road Underpass Improvements – Design 1) Nottingham Road drainage improvements to mitigate mud and debris flows; 2) Pedestrian safety improvements including crosswalks and sidewalks; and 3) I-70-Avon Road Underpass Safety/Beautification Entry Improvement. Bid and Construct as designs and funding are approved. IN PROGRESS. DESIGN TEAM HIRED, WORK COMMENCED WITH CDOT NOTTINGHAM ROAD SIDEWALK ADDED TO PROJECT FOR CONSTRUCTION IN 2018 Fully support Avon transit as a key element of a walkable community, including funding of a Town late night transit loop; testing taxi, dial-a-ride or transportation network company (e.g., Uber) services for low-ride routes, including Wildridge and West Beaver Creek Boulevard west of Lake Street, and a Tipsy Taxi program; stay attentive to the potential role of autonomous cars. LATE NIGHT BUS FUNDED AND OPERATIONAL, WITH GOOD RIDERSHIP HAIL SERVICE TO BE TESTED SUMMER 2018 AS PILOT PROGRAM; MIKAELA WAY/LAKE STREET WALKABILITY CLOSURES TO HAPPEN THIS SUMMER TIPSY TAXI PROGRAM: TOWN POLICE DEPARTMENT/BUSINESS PARTNERSHIP TO LAUNCH EARLY MARCH 2017-2019 STRATEGIC PLAN July 25, 2017 Page6 Participate in the development of the ECO Transportation Development Plan and work with the ECO Board to advance Avon initiatives, such as increasing to late night bus service to serve workers and a Tipsy Taxi program. ACTIVE PARTICIPATION BY COUNCIL REPRESENTATIVES ON ECO BOARD TDP PRESENTATION BY ECO ON FEBRUARY 27TH; CHANGES IN FREQUENCY AND HOURS OF OPERATION BEING CONSIDERED TIPSY TAXI – SEE ABOVE Evaluate the tiers of the Avon water tap fee to ensure that the fee accounts fairly for residential home sizes. NO ACTIVITY AT THIS TIME. Implement the Zagster bike share program for the period of August 31, 2017 through October 31, 2018, monitor and report on challenges and successes. PROGRAM IMPLEMENTED FALL OF 2017 PROGRAM WILL START AGAIN IN FIRST WEEK OF APRIL WORK TO EXPAND STATIONS AND GAIN SPONSORSHIPS CONTINUED OUTREACH TO OTHER ENTITITIES TO COORDINATE WITH SAME CONTRACTOR Pending outcome of the November, 2017, election seeking exemption from SB-152, develop a program for Avon to join the Smart City vision of integrating information and communication technology to serve first Town public spaces and then, through a public/private partnership, serve residential and commercial users, through broadband development. Participate in the Mountain Connect forums. BROADBAND EXEMPTION APPROVED ON NOVEMBER 7TH WORK SESSION WITH COUNCIL PLANNED FOR JUNE 2018 TO DEVELOP SCOPE OF PROGRAM Work progressively with the Union Pacific Railroad to: 1) Verify the railroad ROW through Avon; 2) Gain permits for needed pedestrian infrastructure on WBCB; 3) Sustain continual clean-up of the railroad ROW; 4) Address the Richardson Ground Squirrel population; and 5) Explore opportunities for a cross-country ski track and allowing railbikes from Edwards to Minturn. WBCB PERMIT STILL UNDER REVIEW; NO OTHER ACTIVITY AT THIS TIME Retain consultant services to analyze total revenues collected (all major sources) and revenue tax share from the Real Estate Transfer Tax rate, including the primary exemption of $160,000 as a mechanism to increase affordable opportunities for homeownership in Avon to support employee housing shortages for Avon businesses. Once completed, in a collaborative work group, with Eagle County, its municipalities and major metropolitan districts, review Eagle County’s revenues and expenditures apportionment. EPS, INC. RETAINED. DRAFT REPORT EXPECTED WEEK OF MARCH 5TH PRESENTATION TO TOWN COUNCIL APRIL 10TH Tier 2 Priorities Evaluate the formation of a special improvement district to improve the facades of the Avon Center, Comfort Inn, First Bank, and other properties along E/W Beaver Creek Boulevard, including but not limited to landscaping, streetscape and beautification programs. Include development of public spaces in the district assessment. NOT YET STARTED. Evaluate whether Avon should pursue a Downtown Development Authority to support economic development partnerships. FIRST DISCUSSION WITH HCRE AND TRAER CREEK COMPLETED; NO ACTION TO PURSUE. Support Town Council efforts to develop a Sister City relationship. WILL SUPPORT, AS NEEDED. 2017-2019 STRATEGIC PLAN July 25, 2017 Page7 On-going Work proactively with the owners of vacant commercial property to find leaseholders and/or redevelopment projects and, when appropriate, 1) Utilize Urban Renewal Authority tax increments generated from the existing district or in a potential new Urban Renewal Authority district, and/or 2) Other economic development incentives including tax rebates, zoning amendments, etc. CONTINUING DISCUSSIONS WITH GART PROPERTIES DISCUSSIONS WITH TRAER CREEK AND HCRE ON AN ON-GOING BASIS Maintain a strong partner relationship with the Avon business community, developers, the EGE Air Alliance, Vail Valley Partnership and the Vail Leadership Institute/Vail Centre. COUNCIL REPRESENTATION AND REPORTING VAIL CENTRE PRESENTATION FOR EDUCATIONAL/LEARNING/CULTURAL CENTER TO CONTINUE DISCUSSIONS AND NEXT STEP ACTIONS AFTER ADOPTION OF TOWN OF AVON PROPERTIES PLAN Support the efforts of the Avon Business Association, when appropriate. BI-ANNUAL BUSINESS LETTER SENT OUT WEEK OF OCTOBER 30 NEXT LETTER TO BE SENT IN MAY Be aware and proactive in Town projects, programs and day-to-day work in the support, retention and development of inclusive neighborhoods, with specific attention to the needs and opportunities for the Avon Elementary School, such as hosting the spring graduation In the Town’s Swim Program, when appropriate, include Homestake Elementary students in Avon’s school programs. IN PROGRESS. Throughout the year, Liaison Appointees and Town Manager will meet with respective principals for developments in the Town of Avon to discuss current issues, development needs and opportunities. MEETINGS WITH TRAER CREEK LIMITED DURING PUD APPLICATION UPDATE CALLS WITH HCRE, WHENEVER POSSIBLE Maintain Google Transit maps for local bus schedules. GOOGLE MAPS ACTIVATED LATE FEBRUARY TOWN WILL CONTRACT WITH ECO CONTRACTOR FOR EXPANDED SERVICE AND UPDATES 2017-2019 STRATEGIC PLAN July 25, 2017 Page8 Strategic Plan Fiscal Years 2017-19 PRESERVE & ENHANCE THE NATURAL ENVIRONMENT Maintaining a strong foundation for the stewardship of Avon’s natural resources is a top commitment by the Town in order for the Town to protect Avon’s unique setting and its open spaces. Avon will promote sustainability through the funding of programs and projects to protect the Town’s and the regions clean waters and clean air and to conserve environmental resources. RECENT SUCCESSES WALKING MOUNTAINS CONSERVATION EASEMENT - WILDFIRE COORDINATION WITH ERFPD FOR FIRE RESPONSE AND HOMEOWNER OUTREACH – ADOPTION OF CLIMATE ACTION PLAN & IMPLEMENTATION PRIORITIES – PSF SOLAR – NEW TOWN HALL HEAT RECOVERY – CLEER ENERGY NAVIGATOR INSTALLATIONS - I AM PRO SNOW 110% COMMITTED – MAYORS NATIONAL CLIMATE ACTION SIGNATORY CURRENT CHALLENGES CLIMATE CHANGE - WILDFIRE POTENTIAL – DROUGHT – REDUCED NUMBER OF SKI DAYS - POTENTIAL COLORADO WATER COMPACT CALLS & SHORTAGES - EAGLE RIVER PROTECTION - RESOURCE COST ESCALATION STRATEGIES Tier 1 Priorities From the 2016 Town of Avon Climate Action Plan Implementation Schedule, adopted on March 28, 2017, implement the Year One priorities, including but not limited to: Considering legislation to end the use of plastic bags and non-compostable take-out containers by retailers and restaurants in the Town of Avon. PLASTIC BAG ORDINANCE BECOMES EFFECTIVE MAY 1 NON-COMPOSTABLE WORK SESSION MARCH 27TH Establishing the CO2 baseline, modifying municipal buildings and street lights and monitoring. ENERGY NAVIGATOR SYSTEM FUNDED AND INSTALLED Amending the Town’s landscape code to more effectively replace vegetation which has been removed and improve water quality in drainages, streams and along in the Eagle River UPDATE COMPLETED With the expertise of the UERWA, developing outdoor landscape guidelines/regulations to reduce water use and off-site impacts, such as fertilizer run-off, which can affect the Eagle River. COMPLETED: INCLUDED IN THE LANDSCAPE CODE UPDATE In planning for the new Police Station and Town Hall, adopt a paperless strategy to reduce waste and support files, etc. IN PROGRESS AND GOING WELL. Take the lead role in working with the UERWA to assess and potentially partner with the Aspens Mobile Home Village to improve and/or replace the property’s water distribution system to eliminate water loss. EARLY ANALYSIS BY UERWA FOUND THE WATER LINE MAY NOT BE THE PROBLEM 2017-19 STRATEGIC PLAN UPDATE July 25, 2017 Page9 Partnering with Walking Mountains Science Center and Eagle County to expand the Energy Smart Program and community educational outreach. GRANT OF TOWN ENERGY OFFSET FUNDS PROVIDED TO WALKING MOUNTAINS FOR 2018 WORK IN AVON Identify and prioritize which municipal and/or land use codes should be revised to fully implement the Plan, including but not limited to a re-evaluation of the Alternative Equivalent Compliance regulation to include a stronger nexus, with specific metrics for performance to the Climate Action Plan and Avon’s Housing Goals. PLANNED FOR 3RD QUARTER Develop, with consultant services, the Harry A. Nottingham Landscape Plan; including in the plan timely replacement of the Town's public tree stock; invite Walking Mountains to evaluate biosphere enhancements to the northwest corner of Nottingham Lake during the planning process. CONSULTANT RETAINED; DRAFT PLAN COMPLETED AND UNDER REVIEW Proactively ensure trees on public and private property do not host and spread viruses; remove dead trees with a well-developed landscape program. CONSULTANT BEGAN ASSESSMENT WEEK OF FEBRUARY 26TH Complete the annexation of the East Avon Preserve. COMPLETED Tier 2 Priorities Consider adopting a “pay-as-you-throw” refuse system and evaluate franchise agreements for waste haulers. NEED TO WORK UNDER EAGLE COUNTY LEADERSHP At such time as the Eagle County Landfill is prepared to receive compostable collected materials, evaluate how to implement collection in Avon and prepare a recommendation for Council action. On-going Partner with Eagle County and its political jurisdictions to fully implement the Eagle County Climate Action Plan. STAFF AND COUNCIL REPRESENTATIVES APPOINTED & ATTENDING LOCAL AND STATE MEETINGS TOWN PARTNERSHIP FUNDING OF $14,000, WITH CERTAIN REQUIREMENTS FOR RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL EDUCATION, RESEARCH PAPER ON MEETING 100% RENEWABLE ENERGY PROGRAM Participate as an active member of the Urban Run-off Group and the Eagle River Watershed Council to evaluate and support, as appropriate, needed Eagle River improvements. STAFF REPRESENTATION AND 2018 FUNDING TOWN COUNCIL PRESENTATION BY VAIL, URBAN RUN-OFF AND ERW&S DISTRICT REPRESENTATIVES TOWN CO-SPONSORING LANDSCAPERS WORK SHOP WITH VAIL “RESTORE THE GORE” MODEL MEETING TO BE SET IN JUNE FOR THE EAGLE RIVER 2017-19 STRATEGIC PLAN UPDATE July 25, 2017 Page10 Strategic Plan Fiscal Years 2017-19 DEVELOP INCLUSIVE & DIVERSE ECONOMIC, EDUCATIONAL, RECREATIONAL & CULTURAL OPPORTUNITIES The importance of vibrancy and activity within the Town will be supported by partnering with existing special events and attracting an array of new and diverse cultural, educational and recreational events to Avon, which meet the Town’s brand and are in concert with the values of our community and serve to nurture a cohesive sense of place and public. Providing an exceptional system of parks, trails, and recreational programs to serve the year-round needs of area residents and visitors is an important Town goal. RECENT SUCCESSES COMPLETION OF REGIONAL TRAIL AND METCALF CLIMBING LANE – COMPLETION OF PARK RESTROOM UPGRADE - PLAYGROUND GOCO GRANT – RECREATIONAL TRAILS UPDATE - DIVERSE EVENTS & FESTIVAL ACTIVATION – FESTIVAL REPORT & AGREEMENT CHANGES – APPOINTMENT OF AD HOC SPECIAL EVENTS COMMITTEE CURRENT CHALLENGES ATTRACTING & NURTURING A SUSTAINABLE YEAR-ROUND SCHEDULE OF SPECIAL EVENTS - SUMMER REVENUE, WHEN MEASURED BY SALES TAX, LAGS WINTER RECEIPTS STRATEGIES Tier 1 Priorities Construct the Destination Jump, Splash, Learn playground, which has been funded with a GOCO grant and the appropriation of Community Enhancement Fund monies. UNDER CONSTRUCTION; RIBBON CUTTING PLANNED FOR SPRING 2018 Under the auspices of the Ad Hoc Special Events Committee, continue to solicit, develop and fund, in partnership with qualified producers, a diverse program of vibrant arts, educational, cultural and recreational offerings at the Pavilion & Mall. 2018 RFP SOLICITATION AND GRANT AWARDS COMPLETED In particular: Seek to expand live theater as a desired multi-day or evening festival. NO APPLICATION RECEIVED Expand use of the Pavilion in shoulder seasons to local band productions, which are low key and low budget, such as a battle-of-the-bands or open mike nights. FUNDING NOT APPROVED Work with Bravo! Vail to pursue performance options at the Avon Performance Pavilion. DISCUSSIONS HELD IN SUMMER OF 2017; NO RESPONSE TO RFP SOLICITATION To streamline and assist local and national big city promoters to efficiently produce and market events: Develop detailed diagrams for all Avon event venues, including but limited to dimensions, location of electrical outlets, irrigation system, domestic water hose bib, parking lots, etc. COMPLETED 2017-19 STRATEGIC PLAN UPDATE July 25, 2017 Page11 Develop best marketing practices and marketing advice for event success in Avon, and coop with any Avon marketing plan, where Avon has provided funding or use of a Town venue. AHSEC HAS ESTABLISHED A MARKETING SUB-COMMITTEE; WORK EXPECTED TO BE COMPLETED IN APRIL Establish, for ticketed events, procedures and policies to limit poaching of concerts. WILL BE DONE ON A CASE-BY-CASE BASIS WITH PRODUCERS Implement the adopted Avon Recreational Trails Plan as prioritized and adopted by the Avon Town Council, as soon as possible; and 1) pursue construction grants, when appropriate; and 2) rigorously seek an easement to construct a connecting trail from the southern terminus of Lake Street to the Eagle River Regional Trail. M2/M3 TRAILS DELAYED DUE TO EASEMENTS NOT BEING COMPLETED; RECOMMENDED FOR 2018 CONSTRUCTION, PENDING EASEMENTS APPROVED As directed by the Town Council on May 23, 2017, implement the action plan to pursue a Colorado Creative District designation; budget and retain qualified consultant services for development of a strategic plan, as may be needed. IN PROGRESS, WITH COUNCILORS PHILLIPS AND WOLF ESTABLISHING CREATIVE FOUNDING COMMITTEE MEMBERSHIP; DEVELOPMENT OF PURPOSES, GOALS, RESOURCES WITH MEMBERSHIP INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR REQUEST ON MARCH 13TH FUNDS APPROPRIATED IN 2018 BUDGET FOR ARTSPACE CONSULTANT ASSISTANCE Rebuild Eagle River Whitewater Park and ensure the Base Camp development approval to construct on the south side of the Eagle River a connecting path be completed prior to Certificate of Occupancy; once rebuilt, seek to engage the Vail Valley Foundation in an activation program. FUNDED FOR FALL OF 2018 CONSTRUCTION; ARMY CORPS 404 PERMIT IN PROCESS Evaluate the pros and cons of the Town of Avon using its special event liquor permit quota, as allowed for events at a Municipal Arts and Cultural Facility, which may include the Main Street Mall, New Town Hall, Harry A. Nottingham Park and the Avon Pavilion. As part of the evaluation assess alternatives for forming a (Liquor) Entertainment District or liquor license for venue premises. AHSEC RECOMMENDATION MADE TO TOWN COUNCIL IN LATE 2017 FOR NO CHANGES IN 2018 WITH ANOTHER REVIEW FOR 2019; ENTERTAINMENT DISTRICT REVIEW AND RECOMMENDATION TO CONTINUE IN 2018 Issue a Community Survey on or about August 15, 2018; coordinate with CAST efforts, if constructive to do so. CAST EFFORT DID NOT COME TO FRUITION CONSULTANT RFP ISSUED WEEK OF FEBRUARY 6 SCHEDULE DEVELOPED TO COMPLETE BY AUGUST 1 Continue to actively work with the USFS on the Town’s request for USFS 779 to be open to winter motorized use. ACTIVELY MONITORED COUNCIL COMMENT LETTER ON BERLAIMONT PROPOSAL SUBMITTED APRIL 10TH MEETING WITH USFS REPRESENTATIVE TO DISCUSS STATUS OF 779 REVIEW Tier 2 Priorities Build photo monuments around the commercial core to memorialize Avon’s history. IN PROCESS WITH HISTORICAL PRESERVATION COMMITTEE FIRST MARKER INSTALLED AT WATER WHEEL 2017-19 STRATEGIC PLAN UPDATE July 25, 2017 Page12 Evaluate a Scientific and Cultural District to provide funding for Walking Mountains’ educational programming and Avon’s cultural activities. AGREEMENT WITH WALKING MOUNTAINS TO WORK ON CREATIVE FOUNDING COMMITTEE RESOURCE LISTING Identify locations for the installation of outdoor percussion instruments, including pianos, and fund in the Capital Projects Fund, when feasible. CREATIVE FOUNDING COMMITTEE TO IDENTIFY SITE INSTALL SUMMER 2018 On-going When approving Town funded or supported festivals and events which offer alcoholic libations, require that the sponsoring non-profit is an Avon community grant recipient or locally based nonprofit. CONSISTENTLY DONE. Support regional World Class events and the Walking Mountains School. BOTH SUPPORTED IN 2018 FUNDING As appropriate, share the results of the Community Survey with potential business interests in terms of types of businesses and services desired in Avon. Maximize the grant resources available through potential sources available such as through the Office of Economic Development and International Trade, including its new Outdoor Industry Recreation Office; a Scientific & Cultural Facilities District, and Department of Local Affairs. Ensure a valley-wide events calendar is maintained through the Vail Valley Partnership. Be creative in activating the Town public ways with ideas such as bicycle pedal bars or a railroad trolley car. NO ACTIVITY ON THIS. Schedule Council civic engagement opportunities at the Pavilion Green Room. 2017-19 STRATEGIC PLAN UPDATE July 25, 2017 Page13 Strategic Plan Fiscal Years 2017-19 PROVIDE A RESPONSIVE, CUTTING-EDGE & EFFECTIVE GOVERNMENT Ensure that Town government is managed and operated as a competitive business and in a manner which is client-focused and solution-oriented, meeting the highest standards of fiduciary responsibility, implementing best practices, and using Town resources effectively and efficiently in each department. Provide for the development of capital projects, which support the community- resort economy, and promote the Town brand through a five-year capital investment plan, utilizing appropriate funding mechanisms such as pay-as-you-go, new mill levy and/or current tax receipt long- term debt. Support a work culture that is flexible, innovative and resilient to change RECENT SUCCESSES COUNCIL STRATEGIC PLAN ADOPTED – PUBLIC SAFETY FACILITY COMPLETED – NEW TOWN HALL DESIGN & PRICING COMPLETED - CIVIC ENGAGEMENT PROGRAMS EXPANDED - BALANCED BUDGETS ACHIEVED – RESERVES MAINTAINED – 2017 EXPENDITURE SAVINGS - DEFFERED MAINTENANCE FUNDED CURRENT CHALLENGES CIVIC ENGAGEMENT OUTREACH CHALLENGES - LABOR FORCE COMPETITION – RISING COST OF CONSTRUCTION - COMPETING FOR GRANTS FOR PUBLIC PROJECTS STRATEGIES Tier 1 Priorities  Complete construction of the new Police Station at the Public Safety Facility and staff relocation. COMPLETED.  Pursue completion of the New Town Hall as a LEED Gold (or Silver, pending costs) building, with full pricing, value engineering, Council authorization for the bid release and bid. marketing plan; present most qualified lowest price bid to the Town Council for action  FUNDING APPROVED DECEMBER 12TH AND CONTRACTOR RETAINED THROUGH COMPETITIVE BID  COMPLETION SCHEDULED FOR JULY 1ST WITH MOVE IN MID-JULY  Evaluate how best to conduct Avon’s Annual Town Clean-up Day, including but not limited to date (day or evening), marketing and any type of community gathering after the clean-up is completed. TO BE DONE  Implement the Marketing Plan’s 2017 – 2019 priorities. IN PROGRESS; PLAN UPDATE UNDERWAY  Monitor and adjust as needed the comprehensive Community Swim Program. OPEN SWIM MEET SCHEDULED FOR AUGUST 10/11. IMPRESSIVE ENROLLMENTS AND USA TEAM COMPETITIONS FINDING PODIUMS  Identify location(s) and cost(s) for the development of one or more dog parks in Avon or nearby in partnership with Eagle-Vail. TOWN OF AVON PROPERTIES PLAN INCLUDES PARK AT ‘SCHOOL SITE’; PILOT PROGRAM FOR DOGS-OFF-LEASH BETWEEN 6 AND 9 AM THIS APRIL/MAY 2017-19 STRATEGIC PLAN QUARTERLY PROGRESS UPDATE November 14, 2017 Page14 Tier 2 Priorities Plan and budget for the development of Lot 5, in the Five Year Capital Improvements Plan, including adding a reserve line item for an equipment and vehicle storage facility and future office space. INCLUDED. On-going Maintain Town infrastructure, including all buildings, roads, parks, preserves and trails; appropriating deferred maintenance funds as required, and seeking long term debt approval, when appropriate. 2018 BUDGET ADDRESSES. Provide strategic Council leadership, consistently practicing open and transparent government. Maintain and consistently evaluate a strong civic engagement program, including ad hoc committees, a triannual community survey, volunteerism program, etc. IMPLEMENTED Maintain fund balances, contingency and reserves to guarantee a fiscal position that is resilient to economic fluctuations; transfer surplus funds to capital projects. MET IN 2018 BUDGET Continue to develop annual department work plans, which are measurable and maintain accountability. COMPLETED WHEN BUDGET ADOPTED Hold annual or bi-annual sessions in joint meeting settings with government partners. MARCH 27TH – MEETING WITH EAGLE COUNTY COMMISSIONERS Host a Ski with the Police Day at the Beaver Creek Resort as part of Avon’s Resort/Police Department agreement. WILL BE DONE IN 2018 Seek a naming sponsor for the Avon Performance Pavilion. WILL BE PURSUED WITH MORE EVENTS. 1 Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting Abstract Tuesday, March 6, 2018 I. Call to Order – The meeting was called to order at 5:00pm. II.Roll Call – All Commissioners were present. III.Additions & Amendments to the Agenda – There were no additions to the agenda. IV.Conflicts of Interest – No conflicts of interest were disclosed. V. Preliminary PUD (Major Amendment) Village at Avon PUD – CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING File: PUD17001 Legal Description: Lot 1, Filing 1, Village at Avon Applicants: Harvey Robertson, Dominic Mauriello, Michael Lindholm Summary: Amendment to Planning Area F, a 13-acre property located at the intersection of Post Blvd and East Beaver Creek Boulevard, including: 1) increase density allowance from 18 dwelling unit/ acre to 25 dwelling units per acre; 2) increase maximum allowable residential development from 50% to 100; and 3) increase allowable building height from 48’ to 66’ for multi-family buildings. Public Comment: Ryan Geller spoke in favor of the application. Action: Commissioner Nusbaum motioned to recommend that Town Council approve the application with the following findings and conditions: Findings: 1.The Application, with additional information provided at Final PUD, provides sufficient information to determine that the development application complies with the relevant review criteria. 2.The Application demonstrates compliance with the goals and policies of the Avon Comprehensive Plan. 3.The Application is in conformance with Avon Development Code Section 7.16.060(e)(4), Review Criteria, as outlined in staff’s report and the applicant’s written response to the Review Criteria. 4.Compared to the underlying zoning of PA-F, the PUD amendment is not likely to result in significant adverse impacts upon other property in the vicinity. 5.Future uses on PA-F will be compatible in scale with potential future uses on other properties in the vicinity. 6.Increased residential density on the subject property, along with reduced commercial land use, will result in increased pedestrian demand and usage in the area; wider sidewalks and pedestrian friendly improvements connecting the property to other parts of Town will accommodate the demand shift. 7.A continuous streetscape and multi-modal transportation network, compatible with other adjacent and planned east-west thoroughfares (i.e. West Beaver Creek Boulevard, and Urban Local Road – Main Street (central segment) is warranted for the PA-F frontage with a continuous 80’ right-of-way to facilitate shifting trends in mobility. 2 Conditions: 1. Amend the Village (at Avon) PUD Guide as follows: B. TOTAL PERMITTED DENSITY, 6. shall be amended to strike Planning Area F from the third line and add a fourth line which reads, “Planning Area F, Residential Min%: 0%, Residential Max%: 90% Commercial Min%: 10% Commercial Max%: 30%.” Fifth line and note added that states Minimum Commercial Gross Square Footage shall be a Minimum of 10% of the total Gross Square Footage of Planning Area F. 2. Amend the Village (at Avon) PUD Guide, Appendix F, Illustrations 7 and 8, to revise the Urban Local Road, Main Street (eastern segment) to be commensurate with Town of Avon Road Standards and depict an appropriate right-of-way with 6' wide minimum sidewalks on each side of the road, bicycle lanes, landscape buffers, and potential for on-street parking and/or vehicle turn lanes and bus pull offs. Commissioner Glaner Seconded the motion and it carried unanimously 6-0. VI. Action on Records of Decision • Colorado World Resorts | Rezoning and Preliminary PUD – Action February 6, 2018 Action: Commissioner Nusbaum motioned to approve the record of decision. Commissioner Glaner seconded the motion and it carried 5-0 with commissioner Hardy abstaining. • Town of Avon Town-Owned Properties Plan | Comprehensive Plan – Action February 20, 2018 Action: Commissioner Nusbaum motioned to approve the record of decision. Commissioner Glaner seconded the motion and it carried 5-0 with commissioner Barnes abstaining. VII. Action on Meeting Minutes • February 20, 2018 Meeting Action: Commissioner Nusbaum motioned to approve the record of decision. Commissioner Glaner seconded the motion and it carried 5-0 with commissioner Barnes abstaining. VIII. Staff Updates Action: Staff mentioned the outcome of the Colorado World Resorts work session with Town Council. Staff invited PZC members to participate in the March 7 Housing work session with Town Council. IX. Adjourn