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Home My WebLink About20111574.tiff RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS MINUTES BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WELD COUNTY, COLORADO JUNE 27, 2011 The Board of County Commissioners of Weld County, Colorado, met in regular session in full conformity with the laws of the State of Colorado at the regular place of meeting in the Weld County Centennial Center, Greeley, Colorado, June 27, 2011, at the hour of 9:00 a.m. ROLL CALL: The meeting was called to order by the Chair and on roll call the following members were present, constituting a quorum of the members thereof: Commissioner Barbara Kirkmeyer, Chair Commissioner Sean P. Conway, Pro-Tern— EXCUSED Commissioner William F. Garcia —EXCUSED Commissioner David E. Long Commissioner Douglas Rademacher Also present: County Attorney, Bruce T. Barker Acting Clerk to the Board, Elizabeth Strong Director of Finance and Administration, Monica Mika MINUTES: Commissioner Long moved to approve the minutes of the Board of County Commissioners meeting of June 22, 2011, as printed. Commissioner Rademacher seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. AMENDMENTS TO AGENDA: There were no amendments to the agenda. PUBLIC INPUT: No public input was given. CONSENT AGENDA: Commissioner Rademacher moved to approve the Consent Agenda as printed. Commissioner Long seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. PRESENTATIONS: RECOGNITION OF SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS — MARK NICKLAS: Chair Kirkmeyer read the certificate into the record, recognizing Mark Nicklas for 32 years of service with the Department of Public Works. Commissioner Long stated that Mr. Nicklas worked in the New Raymer area his entire career and he was a good employee, and he will be missed. 2011 JIM ULRICH SILVER FALCON AWARD WINNER - DAVE BRESSLER: Chair Kirkmeyer read the certificate into the record, recognizing Dave Bressler for being the winner of the 2011 Jim Ulrich Silver Falcon Award. Tim Zimmerman, Division Chief of Life Safety, Frederick-Firestone Fire Protection District, stated this is an outstanding award, and Mr. Bressler goes above and beyond the call of duty. He stated the community benefits from Mr. Bressler's expertise, wisdom, and calm voice. IS 7N �C111 Minutes, June 27, 2011 2011 1474 Page 1 BC0016 Linda Gray, President of Friends of Airlife, stated Mr. Bressler was among a large group of people nominated for this award, and he clearly stands above the others and is well-deserving of this honor. Tom Beach, President of Weld County Fire Chiefs Association, expressed his gratitude to Mr. Bressler and congratulated him. Commissioner Long stated Mr. Bressler is deserving and professional. Commissioner Rademacher commended Mr. Bressler, and he stated not many people win this award. He indicated that Mr. Bressler will be remembered for this award, as well as the Programs he has initiated in Weld County, many of which have received national recognition. Chair Kirkmeyer stated she is very proud of Mr. Bressler and he does an excellent job for Weld County. She expressed her appreciation for Mr. Bressler's dedication, knowledge, professionalism, and commitment, especially in these challenging times. Mr. Bressler thanked everyone for attending and for their support. BIDS: PRESENT BID #B1100101, DUST SPRAY SYSTEM - DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS: Monica Mika, Director of Finance and Administration, stated a pre-bid meeting was conducted, the bid information was provided to six (6) potential vendors, and the bid will be presented for approval on July 11, 2011. NEW BUSINESS: CONSIDER COMMUNITY SERVICES BLOCK GRANT (CSBG) AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN: Judy Griego, Director, Department of Human Services, stated this agreement is for Community Service Block Grant (CSBG) funds awarded by the Colorado Department of Local Affairs, for the Department to provide Area Agency on Aging (AAA)Volunteer and Senior Coordinator Services, pre and post-employment services, door-to-door transportation for Weld County's seniors, and emergency and healthcare assistance. She stated the maximum amount payable is $290,912.00, and the term of the agreement is March 1, 2011, through February 28, 2012. Commissioner Long moved to approve said agreement and authorize the Chair to sign. Seconded by Commissioner Rademacher, the motion carried unanimously. CONSIDER REVISIONS TO OPERATIONS MANUAL, SECTION 8.100, EXPENSE REPORT AND TRAVEL REIMBURSEMENT: Ms. Griego stated the primary purpose of these revisions is to ensure Section 8.100 is in compliance with the Weld County Code, which requires that the actual cost of the meals is reimbursed, as opposed to a per diem cost. She stated the Section will also require employees to submit the reimbursement request forms within 90 days. Commissioner Long moved to approve said revisions to Section 8.100. Seconded by Commissioner Rademacher, the motion carried unanimously. CONSIDER TRANSFER OF TEMPORARY ASSISTANCE FOR NEEDY FAMILIES (TANF) ALLOCATION FROM LINCOLN COUNTY AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN ANY NECESSARY DOCUMENTS: Ms. Griego stated this is a Resolution which allows Lincoln County to transfer its Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) funds to Weld County, and Weld County will pay for the corresponding Maintenance of Effort. Chair Kirkmeyer stated the TANF funds transfer is in the amount of$40,000.00. Commissioner Rademacher moved to approve said transfer of TANF allocation from Lincoln County and authorize the Chair to sign any necessary documents. Commissioner Long seconded the motion, and thanked Lincoln County. Chair Kirkmeyer concurred with Commissioner Long, and stated the Board has sent a letter expressing the Board's gratitude. There being no further discussion, the motion carried unanimously. CONSIDER MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING CONCERNING EDWARD BYRNE MEMORIAL JUSTICE ASSISTANCE GRANT (JAG) AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN — CITY OF GREELEY: Bruce Barker, County Attorney, indicated this is a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) where the Sheriff's Office accepts money from a grant awarded to the City of Greeley Police Department, and he r57'( Minutes, June 27, 2011 2011-1474 Page 2 BC0016 believes it is the same as last year. He stated there will be some financial reporting to the Greeley Police Department required as to what the funding is being spent on. In response to Chair Kirkmeyer, Mr. Barker stated the Sheriff's Office will receive $15,774.00, and he believes the funding is for a shooting range. Commissioner Long moved to approve said Memorandum of Understanding and authorize the Chair to sign. Seconded by Commissioner Rademacher, the motion carried unanimously. CONSIDER DECLARING CERTAIN EQUIPMENT AS SURPLUS PROPERTY, APPROVE SALE OF SAME TO POWER EQUIPMENT COMPANY, AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN ALL NECESSARY DOCUMENTS: Barb Connolly, Controller, stated this item of business is the result of a work session she had with the Board and the Department of Public Works regarding an excess piece of equipment. She stated the equipment was publicized and two (2) bids were received for the equipment; one from Power Equipment Company, in the amount of$151,749,00, and the other from Varra Companies, in the amount of$75,650.00. She recommended sale of the equipment to the high bidder; Power Equipment Company. Commissioner Long moved to approve declaring said equipment as surplus property, approve the sale of said equipment to Power Equipment Company, and authorize the Chair to sign all the necessary documents. Seconded by Commissioner Rademacher, the motion carried unanimously. RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES: The resolutions were presented and signed as listed on the Consent Agenda. No Ordinances were approved. Let the minutes reflect that the above and foregoing actions were attested to and respectfully submitted by the Acting Clerk to the Board. There being no further business, this meeting was adjourned at 9:26 a.m. BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WELD COUNTY, CO ORADO ATTEST: ; z1fj f��rbara Kirkmey , Chair Weld County Clerk to t - EXCUSED Sean P. Conway, Pro-Tem Deputy Clerk to the Boar ��''�i1 EXCUSED Garcia � AP ❑ DA M: C � David E. Long au ty ttorney 6,9 AM c Cc1J Douglas adernacher 15 7Y Minutes, June 27, 2011 2011-1474 Page 3 BC0016 Hello