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PUBLIC HEARING
February 24, 2009
Present:
Sara Fisher
Jon Stavney
Keith Montag
Bryan Treu
Robert Morris
Teak Simonton
Kathy Scriver
Chairman
Commissioner
Acting County Manager
County Attorney
Deputy County Attorney
Clerk to the Board
Deputy Clerk to the Board
Absent
Peter Runyon
Commissioner
This being a scheduled Public Hearing, the following items were presented to the Board of County
Commissioners for their consideration:
Executive Session
It was moved that we go into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing personnel matters relating to
the County Manager position which is an appropriate topic for discussion pursuant to C.R. S. 24-4-402(4)( f
Colorado Revised Statutes.
Special Recognition from the EP A's Green Power Partnership
Adam Palmer, Community Development
Mr. Palmer stated that Eagle County had been recognized by the EP A for their purchase of wind energy
credits from Holy Cross Energy. This purchase of clean renewable energy for Eagle County prevents 3126 tons of
carbon dioxide from entering the atmosphere, is the equivalent of planting 125,000 trees, or mitigates the emissions
from 592 vehicles per year. He also recognized Tom Johnson for spearheading the effort.
Chairman Fisher thanked Mr. Palmer and Tom Johnson for their efforts.
Mr. Palmer stated that this was the first step in pursuing local renewable energy projects that could further
offset energy and create green collar jobs locally.
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Consent Agenda
Chairman Fisher stated the first item before the Board was the Consent Agenda as follows:
A. Approval of bill paying for the week of February 23,2009 (subject to review by the Finance Director)
Finance Department Representative
B. Approval of the minutes of the Eagle County Board of Commissioners Meetings for January 27 and
February 3,2009
Teak Simonton, Clerk & Recorder
c. Memorandum of Agreement between Eagle County and Berry Creek LLC for Refund of Construction
Deposit
County Attorney's Office Representative
D. Colorado Family Planning Initiative Expansion Grant
Jill Hunsaker, Health & Human Services
E. Colorado Division of Wildlife Impact Assistance Grant Application
Assessor's Office Representative
F. Intergovernmental Agreement between the town of Avon and ECO Transit to complete environmental
clearances and final design of Avon bus facility
ECO Transit Representative
Chairman Fisher asked the Attorney's Office ifthere were any changes to the Consent Agenda.
Bryan Treu, County Attorney stated that he had no comments.
Commissioner Stavney moved to approve the Consent Agenda, Items A-F.
Commissioner Fisher seconded the motion. Of the two voting Commissioners, the vote was declared
unammous.
Priority Reservation Agreement with Eagle River Water and Sanitation District
Regarding Deed Restricted Housing on Stratton Flats
Housing & Development Representative
Mr. Potente stated that the contract would provide for the purchase of 10 units over the next several years
by Eagle River and Sanitation District at the Stratton Flats development. He believed it was an important step in
community partnerships with employers in providing needed affordable housing.
Commissioner Stavney thanked the Housing Department and Home Store for their efforts in making these
partnerships happen. He also recognized Eagle River Water and Sanitation for being a leader in providing
workforce housing for their employees.
Angelo Fernandez thanked the board for allowing the opportunity to participate in Stratton Flats. They
currently have 90 employees and 32 units in their inventory.
Priority Reservation Agreement with Vail Valley Jet Center Regarding Deed
Restricted Housing on Stratton Flats
Housing & Development Representative
Mr. Potente stated that the jet center had looked forward to working with the county in providing affordable
opportunities for their employees.
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Paul Gordon, President ofthe Jet Center spoke. He expressed gratitude to Eagle County and Stratton Flats
for the opportunity. The location is perfect for the Jet Center and airport employees.
Commissioner Stavney moved to adjourn as the Board of County Commissioners and re-convene as the
Eagle County Housing and Development Authority.
Commissioner Fisher seconded the motion. Of the two voting Commissioners, the vote was declared
unanImous.
Commissioner Stavney moved to approve the priority reservation agreements with the Eagle River Water
and Sanitation and the Vail Valley Jet Center regarding deed restricted housing on Stratton Flats.
Chairman Fisher seconded the motion. Of the two voting commissioners, the vote was declared
unammous.
Commissioner Stavney moved to adjourn as the Eagle County Housing and Development Authority and re-
convene as the Eagle County Liquor Licensing Authority.
Commissioner Fisher seconded the motion. Of the two voting Commissioners, the vote was declared
unammous.
Eagle County Liquor License Authority
Kathy Scriver, Clerk and Recorder's Office
Consent Agenda
Renewals
A. The Bookworm of Edwards, Inc. d/b/a The Bookworm
#41-70921-0000
This is a renewal of a Tavern License on Edwards. There have been no complaints or disturbances in the
past year. All the necessary fees have been paid. An Alcohol Management Plan is on file in the Clerk's
Office and proof of server training has been provided.
B. Pier 13 Liquor, Inc. d/b/a Pier 13 Liquors
#15-37869-0000
This is a renewal of a Retail Liquor Store License in Eagle-Vail. There have been no complaints or
disturbances in the past year. All the necessary fees have been paid. An Alcohol Management Plan is on
file -in the Clerk's Office and proof of server training has been provided.
C CVC Management, LLC d/b/a The Chaparral
#03-78536-0000
This is a renewal of a Hotel and Restaurant License with 3-0ptional Premises in Edwards. There have
been no complaints or disturbances in the past year. All the necessary fees have been paid. An Alcohol
Management Plan is on file in the Clerk's Office and proof of server training has been provided.
D. GEMSA Corporation d/b/a Cordillera Golf Club
#12-18901-0000
This is a renewal of a Hotel and Restaurant License with 4-0ptional Premises in Edwards. There have
been no complaints or disturbances in the past year. All the necessary fees have been paid. An Alcohol
Management Plan is on fi~e in the Clerk's Office and proof of server training has been provided.
Commissioner Stavney moved that the Board approve the Liquor Consent Agenda for February 24, 2009
consisting ofItems A-D.
Commissioner Fisher seconded the motion. Of the two voting Commissioners, the vote was declared
unanImous.
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APPLICANT:
EVENT:
REPRESENTATIVE:
LOCATION:
STAFF REPRESENTATIVE:
Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation - Eagle Chapter
Annual Eagle Valley Banquet
Ray Long, Chapter Chairman, and Event Manager
Eagle River Center - 0794 Fairgrounds Road, Eagle
Kathy Scriver
DESCRIPTION:
The Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation has requested a special event permit for their annual banquet and
fundraiser. The event is to be held at the Eagle River Center on March 14,2009 from 3:00 p.m. until Midnight.
STAFF FINDINGS:
* This application is in order, all requirements have been met, all necessary documents have been
received, and all fees have been paid.
* Public notice was given by the posting of a sign in a conspicuous place on the premises on February
12, 2009, 11 days prior to the hearing.
* No protests have been filed in the Clerk Office.
* The applicant has provided proof of server training and an alcohol management plan.
* Staff has had no problems in the past with events held by the applicant.
CONCERNS / ISSUES: None
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
All findings are positive.
DISCUSSION:
Ms. Scriver presented the application.
Ray Long spoke about the details of the event.
The board had no questions for the applicant.
Chairman Fisher stated that the organization did great work at preserving the wildlife in our community.
Commissioner Stavney moved that the Local Liquor Licensing Authority approve a Special Events Permit
for The Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation event held to be held at the Eagle River Center on March 14,2009 from 3
p.m. untilll :59 p.m.
Chairman Fisher seconded the motion. Of the two voting Commissioners, the vote was declared
unammous.
Public Input
Chairman Fisher opened and closed Public Input, as there was none.
Early Head Start Program Update
Suzanne Vitale, Health & Human Services
Recorded
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Economic Stimulus Projects Update
Tom Johnson, Public Works
Recorded
Planning Files
There was none.
Attest:
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