Author: J James Hamilton

Tensions over the massive scale of a proposed $100 million transit center, regional tax equity, and strict new drought protocols dominated a marathon double-session of the Vail Town Council. The meetings featured blunt exchanges with Eagle County commissioners and internal debates over reining in soaring development costs. During a conceptual presentation for “Arrive Vail”—a sweeping overhaul of the Vail Transportation Center—the council heavily scrutinized the project’s scale. While praising the alpine-inspired design, officials questioned the necessity of a 110-person community banquet space and large cafes, warning they could sit empty or unfairly compete with existing Vail Village businesses. The architectural…

BUENA VISTA — The Board of Trustees approved a $2 million public improvement agreement with the developer behind a new City Market, awarded a contract for a comprehensive water rate study, and activated a long-dormant airport design review committee at its April 28 regular meeting. The board also ratified a co-responder mental health program agreement with the Chaffee County Sheriff’s Office and heard a resident’s call for stronger enforcement of the town’s leash laws after a violent dog attack. Mayor Libby Fay presided. All six trustees were present: Mayor Pro Tem Devin Rowe and Trustees Maggie Huyck, Cindie Swisher, Andrew…