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MINUTES
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
WELD COUNTY, COLORADO
JULY 28, 2010
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, July 28, 2010, 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 Douglas Rademacher, Chair
Commissioner Barbara Kirkmeyer, Pro-Tem
Commissioner Sean P. Conway
Commissioner William F. Garcia
Commissioner David E. Long
Also present:
Assistant County Attorney, Cyndy Giauque
Acting Clerk to the Board, Jennifer VanEgdom
Director of Finance and Administration, Monica Mika
MINUTES: Commissioner Conway moved to approve the minutes of the Board of County
Commissioners meeting of July 26, 2010, as printed. Commissioner Kirkmeyer 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 Conway moved to approve the Consent Agenda as printed.
Commissioner Kirkmeyer seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously.
PRESENTATIONS:
RECOGNITION OF SERVICES, BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT - ANITA OWENS: Chair Rademacher
read the certificate into the record, recognizing Anita Owens for six (6) years of service on the Board of
Adjustment.
COMMISSIONER COORDINATOR REPORTS: Commissioner Conway stated the Commissioners
recently toured the existing Leprino facility located within the City of Denver, along with the Mayors of
several municipalities in Weld County. He indicated he was not previously aware of how many different
products contain cheese, and the tour gave the Board insight as to what a wonderful company Leprino
is. He confirmed the opening of the Leprino plant within the City of Greeley will be an asset to the
community and he appreciated the opportunity to learn about the company and the plans for the
upcoming facility. Chair Rademacher concurred.
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NEW BUSINESS:
CONSIDER RENEWAL APPLICATION FOR HOTEL AND RESTAURANT LIQUOR LICENSE AND
AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN - JENSEN ENTERTAINMENT, LLC, DBA T-BONES RESTAURANT
AND LOUNGE: Deputy Glen Cowan, Weld County Sheriff's Office, stated there have been no calls for
service at the establishment, and he did not find any grounds for non-renewal of the liquor license. He
confirmed the owner of the establishment is a responsible retailer, with good business operations.
Commissioner Garcia moved to approve said application and authorize the Chair to sign. Seconded by
Commissioner Conway, the motion carried unanimously.
CONSIDER CONGESTION MITIGATION AND AIR QUALITY (CMAQ) AGREEMENT AND
AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN: Elizabeth Relford, Department of Public Works, stated this agreement
was previously presented and discussed within a work session, and there have been no changes. She
clarified it has been brought to her attention by the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT)
there have been some internal issues with contracts. She confirmed a new Assistant Controller has
been hired; however, there is a halt to all contracts statewide until the new employee is able to review
and interpret all of the contracts. She explained the original contract to be signed may be slightly
delayed; however, staff would like to proceed and gain approval to begin the processing of the fueling
stations. She clarified the contracts for the North Front Range and the Upper Front Range Metropolitan
Organizations will be combined into one document; however, the contract for the Denver Regional
Council of Governments (DRCOG) will be a separate document. Commissioner Conway expressed his
appreciation to Ms. Relford for her dedication to this project. Commissioner Kirkmeyer moved to
approve said agreement and authorize the Chair to sign. Seconded by Commissioner Conway, the
motion carried unanimously.
CONSIDER NONEXCLUSIVE LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR UPGRADE AND MAINTENANCE OF
CR 25 AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN - LYLE AND DIANNE HONSTEIN: Heidi Hansen,
Department of Public Works, stated the property owners are completing the Recorded Exemption
process to create two separate parcels, for financing purposes, and the use of the section line access
on County Road 25 is necessary for access to the second parcel. She clarified it was originally
intended for an easement to the second parcel to be created across the first parcel, Lot A; however, it
was determined by the property owners that the easement would not be feasible. In response to Chair
Rademacher, Ms. Hansen indicated the property owners instead opted to complete a Nonexclusive
License Agreement to utilize the section line right-of-way for County Road 25 for access purposes to
the second lot. She clarified the property owners do not intend to sell the second lot within the near
future; however, if the lot is sold to another property owner, the proper permits will be required.
Responding to Commissioner Kirkmeyer, Ms. Hansen confirmed there is an existing access on the
property, and the property owners would rather utilize that access than to create an easement across
Lot A. In response to Chair Rademacher, Ms. Hansen indicated the nearest crossroad is County
Road 80, which is a local gravel road, and she is unsure of the traffic count on the road. She indicated
the Town of Severance has expressed interest in annexing this portion of County Road 80.
Responding to Commissioner Long, Ms. Hansen confirmed there is 60 feet of right-of-way available,
and the applicant will dedicate a total of 30 feet from the centerline. She further confirmed the City of
Thornton owns farmland directly adjacent to the section line right-of-way, and the City indicated no
concerns with this request. Commissioner Long clarified there are many approved Nonexclusive
License Agreements throughout the County, and it is beneficial to the County because the road may be
developed in the future; however, the County does not have to currently provide maintenance of the
road. Commissioner Kirkmeyer expressed her concern regarding a recent situation concerning the
approval of a large amount of Recorded Exemptions which all utilize the same Nonexclusive License
Agreement for access to all of the newly created parcels. Commissioner Long moved to approve said
agreement and authorize Chair to sign. Seconded by Commissioner Conway, the motion carried
unanimously.
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CONSIDER PROFESSIONAL SERVICE AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN —
MAGICIAN AT PLAY: Cyndy Giauque, Assistant County Attorney, stated this agreement is for a
vendor associated with the Weld County Fair. She confirmed the insurance requirements were
removed because it is not required since the gentleman does not have any employees or vehicles
associated with his business. Commissioner Kirkmeyer expressed her concern regarding the Fair
Board paying this gentleman $1,125.00 to provide card tricks during the Fair. Commissioner Conway
explained this act is part of the overall entertainment to be provided, and the Fair Board has raised
adequate funds to pay the fee. Responding to Commissioner Long, Ms. Giauque confirmed Bruce
Barker, County Attorney, has reviewed the agreement, and recommends approval. Commissioner
Conway moved to approve said agreement and authorize the Chair to sign. Seconded by
Commissioner Garcia, the motion carried unanimously.
CONSIDER PROFESSIONAL SERVICE AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN — IGX
INTERACTIVE GAME EXPERIENCE, LLC: Ms. Giauque stated this agreement is also for a vendor
associated with the Weld County Fair, and it is an agreement similar to the agreement approved the
previous year. Commissioner Kirkmeyer moved to approve said agreement and authorize the Chair to
sign. Seconded by Commissioner Conway, the motion carried unanimously.
CONSIDER ENERGY AND MINERAL IMPACT ASSISTANCE PROGRAM APPLICATION FOR RADIO
AND COMMUNICATION INFRASTRUCTURE AND AUTHORIZE ELECTRONIC SUBMITTAL: Glen
Czaplewski, Intern, Department of Human Resources, stated this application is being submitted as an
attempt to reapply for the same program funds applied for through Senate Bill #232. He clarified the
County will upgrade four towers to simulcast technology so that all of the towers will function as one
grand tower, which will greatly improve reception. He confirmed any of the equipment to be replaced
on these towers will be saved and installed at other towers within Weld County to boost coverage. He
explained the grant request is in the amount of $2 million, with matching funds in the amount of $2.5
million. Commissioner Kirkmeyer requested that the words "and a portion of Larimer County" be
deleted from the application materials. She indicated she understands these upgrades will provide
additional coverage for Larimer County; however, that is not the intent of the application.
Commissioner Kirkmeyer moved to approve said application and authorize the electronic submittal of
the application. Seconded by Commissioner Garcia, the motion carried unanimously.
CONSIDER ADOPTING LOGO FOR USE BY DEPARTMENTS OF WELD COUNTY GOVERNMENT
TO CELEBRATE WELD COUNTY'S SESQUICENTENNIAL: Mr. Czaplewski stated the year 2011 will
be 150th Anniversary of the establishment of Weld County, and staff has already been working in
conjunction with the Advisory Board to plan a large amount of activities for the upcoming year. He
confirmed one of the projects was to create a logo to be utilized throughout the year 2011, and a logo
creation contest was opened to the employees of Weld County. He confirmed a logo designed by Nick
Marquez, Department of Public Works, was selected from over a dozen entries, and he unveiled the
logo for the audience to see. Mr. Marquez thanked the Board for their recognition and stated it has
been an honor to work for Weld County, and he had a lot of fun being a part of the employee contest of
creating the new logo. In response to Commissioner Conway, Mr. Marquez confirmed he also
designed the logo which is utilized by the Safety and Wellness Committee, as well as some artwork for
a Smart Energy project. Commissioner Conway expressed his appreciation to Mr. Marquez for his
talent and dedication, and his logo will make the citizens of Weld County proud within the year to come.
Mr. Czaplewski explained the logo will be utilized on County letterhead and within the County webpage
for the next year. Commissioner Kirkmeyer confirmed the Advisory Committee has had a great time
working with Mr. Marquez, and she appreciates the large amount of time he has put forth in his efforts.
She confirmed is it nice to know that there is a wealth of talent within Weld County. Commissioner
Kirkmeyer moved to approve and adopt the proposed logo for use by departments of Weld County
Government to celebrate Weld County's Sesquicentennial. The motion was seconded by
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Commissioner Conway. Commissioner Kirkmeyer clarified the artwork is computer generated, and it
will also be used to create many other items such as lapel pins and bookmarks, etcetera. She
confirmed the Committee is working with governance to ensure the logo is being utilized in the proper
manner, and the bookmarks, which have already been completed, will be handed out to attendees of
the Weld County Fair this week. She indicated the Weld County webpage does have a section where
residents can provide their own stories about the history of Weld County, and she is excited to utilize all
of the promotional materials during the ten-county budget conference next year, which will be hosted by
Weld County. There being no further discussion, the motion carried unanimously.
CONSIDER REAPPOINTMENTS TO BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT: Commissioner Garcia moved to
reappoint Bruce Fitzgerald, Benjamin Hansford, and Bill Hall to the Board of Adjustment, all with terms
to expire July 31, 2013. Seconded by Commissioner Kirkmeyer, the motion carried unanimously.
CONSIDER REAPPOINTMENTS TO PLANNING COMMISSION: Commissioner Conway moved to
reappoint Bill Hall, Nicholas Berryman, and Robert Grand to the Planning Commission, all with terms to
expire July 31, 2013. Seconded by Commissioner Garcia, the motion carried unanimously.
CONSIDER REAPPOINTMENT TO COMMUNITY CORRECTIONS BOARD: Commissioner Kirkmeyer
moved to reappoint Ed Phillipsen to the Community Corrections Board, with a term to expire August 1,
2013. Seconded by Commissioner Conway, the motion carried unanimously.
CONSIDER REAPPOINTMENT TO BOARD OF RETIREMENT: Commissioner Kirkmeyer moved to
reappoint William Hughes to the Board of Retirement, with a term to expire July 31, 2014. Seconded
by Commissioner Conway, 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 9:30 a.m.
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