HomeMy WebLinkAbout20101722 RESOLUTION
RE: APPROVE ENERGY AND MINERAL IMPACT ASSISTANCE PROGRAM APPLICATION
FOR RADIO AND COMMUNICATION INFRASTRUCTURE AND AUTHORIZE
ELECTRONIC SUBMITTAL
WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners of Weld County, Colorado, pursuant to
Colorado statute and the Weld County Home Rule Charter, is vested with the authority of
administering the affairs of Weld County, Colorado, and
WHEREAS,the Board has been presented with an Energy and Mineral Impact Assistance
Program Application for Radio and Communication Infrastructure from the County of Weld, State of
Colorado, by and through the Board of County Commissioners of Weld County, on behalf of the
Department of Finance and Administration,to the Colorado Department of Local Affairs,with terms
and conditions being as stated in said application and
WHEREAS, after review, the Board deems it advisable to approve said application, a copy of
which is attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of Weld
County, Colorado, that the Energy and Mineral Impact Assistance Program Application for Radio
and Communication Infrastructure from the County of Weld, State of Colorado, by and through the
Board of County Commissioners of Weld County, on behalf of the Department of Finance and
Administration, to the Colorado Department of Local Affairs be, and hereby is, approved.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED by the Board that the electronic submittal of the application
be, and hereby is, authorized.
The above and foregoing Resolution was, on motion duly made and seconded, adopted by
the following vote on the 28th day of July, A.D., 2010.
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STATE OF COLORADO
(For Use by State)
Department of Local Affairs
ENERGY AND MINERAL IMPACT ASSISTANCE PROGRAM APPLICATION
Tier I or Tier II
Public Facilities/Public Services/Community Development Projects
(Refer to back page for application filing information)
Applications Must Be Submitted Electronically
A. GENERAL AND SUMMARY INFORMATION
1. Name/Title of Proposed Project: Weld County Radio and Communication Infrastructure
2. Applicant: Weld County on behalf of partnering agencies
(In the case of a multi-jurisdictional application, name of the"lead"municipality,county,special district or other political subdivision).
In the case of a multi-jurisdictional application, provide the names of other directly participating political
subdivisions: Air Life of Greeley, Ault PD, Briggsdale Fire, Dacono PD, Eaton Fire Prot. Dist., Eaton PD, Erie PD,
Evans Fire, Evans PD, Firestone PD, Fort St. Vrain Security, Frederick Firestone Fire, Frederick PD, Fort Lupton
Fire, Fort Lupton PD, Galeton Fire Protection Dist., Gilcrest PD, Greeley PD, Hudson Fire, Johnstown Fire,
Johnstown PD, Keenesburq Fire, Kersey Fire, Kersey PD, Kodak, FD, LaSalle Fire, LaSalle PD, Lochbuie PD,
Milliken Fire, Milliken PD, Mountain View Fire, NCMC, New Raymer/Stoneham Fire, Nunn FD, Nunn PD, Pawnee
Fire, Platteville PD, Platteville/Gilcrest Fire, Prospect Valley Fire, Rogeen Fire, UCFRA, WC Corner, W Disp, WC
Health Dept., WC OEM, WCAS, WCSO, WCSO Jail, Weld Airport, Weld CO Coroner, WC Public Works, WC
Transportation, WC Dept. Social Services, Windsor PD, Windsor/Severance Fire
3. Chief Elected Official (In the case of a multi-jurisdictional application, chief elected official of the "lead" political
subdivision):
Name: Douglas Rademacher Title: Chairman
Mailing Address:915 10th St Phone: 970-356-4000x4210
City/Zip: Greeley, CO 80631 Fax: 970-352-0242
E-mail Address: mmika@co.weld.co.us
4. Designated Contact Person (will receive all mailings)for the Application:
Name: Monica Daniels-Mika Title: Director of Finance &Administration
Mailing Address:915 10th St Phone: 970-356-4000x4238
City/Zip: Greeley, CO 80631 Fax: 70-352-0242
E-mail Address: mmika@co.weld.co.us
5. Amount of Energy/Mineral Impact Funds requested: (Tier I; Up to$200,000 or Tier II; Greater than $200,000 to
$2,000,000) $2,000,000
6. a. Brief Description of the Project and the Community's Documented or Demonstrated Need:
(The reason for this project application in 100 words or less)
This project result in an overall upgrade, including simulcast technology to four communication towers
supporting the E-911 communication system servicing Weld County and a portion of Larimer County.
Specifically, funds requested for this project will be partnered with local funds to develop an upgrade to four
multi-site simulcast radio tower sites. The current Weld County system has been in place since 1983, and
due to its age, accelerated regional growth rates, and advances in technology, there is a need to enhance the
system to ensure a long-term and sustainable commitment to safety for our communities. (Exhibit A)
b. Brief Description of how this project addresses the Community's Documented or Demonstrated Need:
(Is the project a benefit to public health[e.g. improve water quality,provide for a more reliable quantity of water]; or does the project
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improve the effectiveness or efficiency of services[e.g.by improving the drainage system, upgrading the financial records system,adding
office space];or does the project add to the quality of life of the community[e.g. improvements to community centers,senior and/or youth
centers]Describe in 100 words or less.)
Four existing towers will be upgraded to simulcast delivery systems. This will improve coverage in areas
currently experiencing service delivery issues and reduce message redundancy. The development of the
new tower sites affords the opportunity to recycle equipment and upgrade other existing towers that need
enhancement. The introduction of new simulcast towers, coupled with other tower improvements, will
enhance the service abilities of the entire system. Surplus equipment will be transferred to the Nunn Tower to
expand overall communications in the northern part of the County.
Simulcast technology allows multiple tower sites within a network to function as a single tower. In our current
radio structure, the towers function independently with the individual radio affiliating with the tower with the
strongest signal. In a simulcast system, the integrated towers function as one, broadcasting the signal from all
the towers in the simulcast cell. In areas with unique geography or man-made structures having poorer radio
coverage, the non-simulcast system currently in place does not provide sufficient signal strength to support
public safety operations. (Exhibit 8)
When this system was built, service was concentrated in areas with the largest county population, which at
that time was in and around the City of Greeley. In the years since the system was completed, Weld County
has grown significantly in the south and along the 1-25 corridor. This growth necessitates the need for
increased public safety operations including more radio system demands. In 2004, the dispatch center
handled 266,341 police and fire calls for service (fire includes the ambulance calls). By 2008, this had
increased to 356,976 police and fire calls for service. In 2008, there were 686,033 citizen calls processed
through the communication center, which represents service from 44 different responder groups. Unless,
changed, through efforts such as this one, this situation will continue to degrade over time.
7. A. Local priority if more than one application from the same local government(e.g., 1 of 2, 2 of 2, etc.). 1 of 1
B. DEMOGRAPHIC AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION.
1. Population
a. What was the 2000 population of the applicant jurisdiction? 180,936
b. What is the current estimated population for the applicant jurisdiction? 251,220
(Current/most recent lottery distribution estimate is acceptable.) What is the source of the estimate? Colorado
Demography Office
c. What is the population projection for the applicant in 5 years? 302,254
What is the source of the projection? Colorado Demography Office
2. Financial Information (Current Year):
In the column below labeled"Applicant"provide the financial information for the municipality,county,school district or special district
directly benefiting from the application. In the columns below labeled"Entity",provide the financial information for any public entities on
whose behalf the application is being submitted(if applicable).
Complete items "a through i" for ALL project types:
Applicant Entity Entity
a. Assessed Valuation (AV)Year: 2009 $5,232,289,060
b. Mill Levy 16.804
c. Property Tax Revenue (mill levy x AV) $87,923,385
d. Sales Tax 0%/$0 0%/$0 0%/$0
(Rate/Estimated Annual Revenue)
e. Total General Fund Budget $192,106,945
f. Total Applicant Budget Amount
(Sum of General Fund and all Special or 0
Enterprise Funds)
g. Total Multi-year Debt Obligations for all Fund 0
Types*
h. Total Lease-Purchase and Certificates of 0
Participation obligations'
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i. General Fund Balance (Reserves) as of $10,807,373
January 1 of this current calendar year.
For projects to be managed through a Special Fund other than the General Fund (e.g. County Road and
Bridge Fund) or managed through an Enterprise Fund (e.g.water, sewer, county airport), complete items
"j through n":
Identify the relevant Special Fund or Enterprise Fund:
j. Special or Enterprise Fund Budget Amount NA NA
k. Special or Enterprise Fund Multi-Year Debt NA NA
Obligations*
I. Special or Enterprise Fund Balance NA NA
(Reserves) on January 1 of this calendar year
m.Special or Enterprise Fund Lease-Purchase NA NA
and Certificate of Participation Obligations*
n. Special Fund Mill Levy (if applicable) NA NA
For Water and Sewer Project Only complete items "o through q":
o. Tap Fee NA NA
p. Average Monthly User Charge
(Divide sum of annual residential revenues by 12 and NA NA
then divide by the number of residential taps served.)
q. Number of Taps Served by Applicant NA NA
Include the sum of the year-end principal amounts remaining for all multi-year debt obligations, lease purchase
agreements or certificate of participation notes.
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D. PROJECT INFORMATION.
The statutory purpose of the Energy and Mineral Impact Assistance program is to provide financial
assistance to "political subdivisions socially or economically impacted by the development, processing or
energy conversion of minerals and mineral fuels."
1. Energy & Mineral Relationship.
a. Describe how the applicant is, has been, or will be impacted by the development, production, or
conversion of energy and mineral resources.
Weld County is approximately 4,000 square miles, with a population base spread throughout its boundaries.
Intertwined within the County are the ever increasing numbers of oil and gas wells. To date, there are 23,092
wells located in Weld County with 15000 of these being active.. (Exhibit C). In addition new oil find's in Weld
County's Niobrara Formation have lead to a rush of proposed new wells. The industrial nature of energy
production presents an immediate need to access the county-wide emergency response system. To say
these wells produce unsafe conditions is far from the truth; however these sites create industrial impacts
presenting not only design and neighborhood conflicts, but the increased challenge of maintaining safety for
the workers and general public.
Spills and leaks can be detrimental to environmental health as well as public safety. A recent study by the
Denver Post found that, over the last 2.5 years, 365 of Colorado's 981 oil spills occurred inside Weld County.
Spills are not the only incidents in Weld County in relationship to its Oil and Gas industry. Unfortunately,
accidents, such as unforeseen explosions and fires are all too common in Weld County. While we have
learned to minimize these incidents, since the LaSalle Lumberyard incident of the 1980's, the reality remains
that, at times, these sites require immediate public response.
Not only do the wells themselves require public safety and communication systems, but equally as pressing is
the need to support the approximately 4,415 miles of existing pipelines. Many of the lines located within Weld
County (1,291 miles) have a diameter of 12 inches or larger. (Exhibit D) Because of their unseen nature, it is
the conveyance capacity of these gathering lines, dissecting the County, which greatly impact potential safety.
As we have all seen in the recent past, an exploding pipeline creates insurmountable problems for public
safety. Affording emergency personnel the ability to respond quickly is critical to ensuring overall safety and
well-being. .
b. To further document the impact in the area, name the company or companies involved, the number of
employees associated with the activities impacting the jurisdiction and other relevant, quantitative
indicators of energy/mineral impact.
As mineral production continues to be a viable industry in Weld County, the impacts created by production
must also be addressed. Production in Weld County is not limited to the unincorporated areas, but rather,
occurs throughout many of the 32 municipalities in Weld County, and as a result of direct distribution, a total
of$6,373,581.75 was received by the municipalities and Weld County Government in 2009. The vast majority
of these funds are used to ensure roadways most directly impacted by oil and gas actives are stabilized to
support all users of the roadways. In 2008, Weld County received $55,421.70 from federal mineral
distributions, and an additional $702,845.93 was received in 2009
2. Demonstration of Need & Relationship to Community Goals.
a. Why is the project needed at this time?
The simple answers to this is, the current system has failed. The most concerning example of system failure
is in the Weld Tornado 2008 when the large number of responders reacting to the emergency quickly
overloaded the communications channels, rendering the radios useless. Ongoing concerns are raised on a
routine basis when a responder is not able to call out for help due to limited coverage area in certain parts of
Weld. This simulcast cell project is needed to ensure adequate public safety radio system coverage in those
identified throught the county and in other more urbanizing areas were PAC set level notification is necessary
for safety
Deferring the project will only perpetuate these deficiencies and run the risk of public safety radio system
failure at a point of crisis. There are repeating problems with the current system. On a daily basis, public
safety personnel call in for communication support to only find their radios are not working. Account, after
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account tells us the same story, the current system is failing. This failure causes terrible safety concerns for
the general public and the public safety personnel sworn to protect.
Unfortunately, planning for an ever expanding public safety system has not kept up with growth and
technological advances. We find ourselves in a position needing to resolve shortcomings of the past while
preparing for the future. The past gave us adequately positioned tower sites, capable of supporting simulcast
communication, and now we must ensure the system supports this new technology.
b. How does the implementation of this project address the need?
The simulcast technology is the only technology identified to adequately provide the level of coverage
required in those areas identified. The implementation of the"northern/Nunn component allows the movement
of already dedicated equipment to less utilized sites to more directly support energy exploration and
development in an area of the County currently with limited coverage.
c. Does this project, as identified in this application, completely address the stated need? If not, please
describe additional work or phases and the estimated time frame. Do you anticipate requesting
Energy and Mineral Impact Assistance funds for future phases?
The project as presented adequately addresses the current need and anticipated future growth, but as Weld
County continues to increase in population, there will be other radio system demands throughout the county.
It is likely future plans regarding the placement of(BDA)will be discussed and debated. Staff from the
various agencies have been tasked with reviewing and drafting (BDA) ordinance. Future public process will
determine the outcome of this effort.
d. What other implementation options have been considered?
In the Spring of this year, we sought money to assit with a more indepth communication update process, and
since this time E-911 has committed to funding more than two million dollars upgrading the Communication
System The City of Greeley and Weld County have come together to upgrade the Communication System.
Weld County and the City of Greeley are in ongoing negotiations with vendors to provide a major software
upgrade to our communications systems. This major overhaul is all locally funded.
I addition, there have been some major structural changes to the oversight and governance of this
infrastructure. The strategic vision for the communications center has been vested with a new Oversight
Board made up of two elected officials from both Weld County and the City of Greeley. Also the role of an
advisory board representing the partnering agencies has also been formalized. Finally, a firm commitment
has been set to reserve$275,000 for capital improvements and construction.
e. What are the consequences if the project is not awarded funds?
The public safety radio system coverage areas will continue to deteriorate. There will be on-going safety
situations where public safety staff is not protected by communication systems. Situations can occur where
system details could result in critical life saving support. In general, the public would also be outraged to
know they are not adequately protected for communication support for problems they might encounter.
f. Is the project identified in the applicant's budget or a jurisdictionally approved plan (e.g. capital
improvement plan, equipment replacement plan, comprehensive plan, utility plan, road maintenance
and improvement plan or other local or regional strategic management or planning document)? What
is its ranking?
This is the number one documented need for the public safety system in Weld County. The cash match will
be provided from Weld County Government.
$2,592,907 .00 cash committed (via 2010 budget) funds committed in the 2010 Budget
g. Has this project been deferred because of the lack of local funding? If so, how long?
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No, this project has not been deferred because ongoing maintenance has addressed the previous system and
maintenance concerns.
3. Measurable Outcomes.
The next series of questions attempts to more clearly understand how your community
development/capital development project improves the livability of your community. Livability means
increasing the value and/or benefit in the areas that are commonly linked in community development
such as jobs, housing,transportation, education, emergency mitigation, health and environment.
a. Describe measurable outcomes you expect to see when implementation of this project is complete.
How will the project enhance the livability of your region, county, city,town or community (e.g.
constructing a new water plant will eliminate an unsafe drinking water system and provide safe and
reliable drinking water; the construction of a new community center will provide expanded community
services, or projects involving energy conservation, community heritage, economic
development/diversification,traffic congestion)?
The livability of the region will be enhanced as simulcast technology will allow growth to occur within our
region without the concerns of jeopardizing the functionality of the public safety communication system.
Without the ability to provide a seamless coverage system we put all citizens at risk who need to use E-911
communications.
There are numerous examples of current system "undeliverables". Specific examples will be shared at the
presentation. Not providing appropriate communication for public safety personnel is a daily problem.
b. How many people will benefit from the project? (i.e., region, county, city, town, community,
subdivision, households or specific area or group; or any portion thereof)
There are 342,428 people (251,220 in Weld County and 91,208 in Larimer County based upon Colorado
Demography Office July 1, 2008 Population Estimates)who are impacted by the communication system.
c. How will the outcome of the project be measured to determine whether the anticipated benefits to this
population actually occur?
The radio coverage within the simulcast cell geographical area will be tested to ensure it provides improved
public safety radio communication. The testing process will be stipulated in contract with the over-riding
performance measure being radio signal strength testing at the-95 dbm (decibel reference milliwatt) for the
public safety PAC set at the belt level on the street. The testing will also ensure adequate in-building
coverage in identified critical structures.
d. Does this project preserve and protect an historic building, facility or structure? If yes, please
describe.
No
e. Will this project implement an energy efficiency/strategy that could result in less carbon footprint or
conservation energy use or capitalize on renewable energy technology? If yes, please describe.
Though this project is not specifically covered by an energy efficiency stratigy, it is consistant with Weld
County's commitment to recue its energy consumption by more efficiently allocating resources. Simply put,
enhanced radio infrastructure will reduce non point source emissions from emergency response vehicles. It
will do so in two ways, first, there are many documented incedents where lost responders, unable to reach
dispatch for clerificaty, had to search an area for the scene to which they were dispatched—all the while,
burning burning fuel. Further, there are also documented incidents of a incident commander having to leave
the scene for a location with adequate reception. When an incident commander arrives at a sceen only to
have to relocate, it is not only poor emergency management but costly in fuel.
4. Sustainability Criteria: (Using the attached "Seven Principles of Sustainability" sheet, indicate all principles
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which apply to this project. Briefly describe how the applicable principles apply.)
Increase Economic Competativeness: This projecet will improve safety in both rural and urban portions of
Weld County. In so doing, enhanced radio infrastructure will increase the economic competativeness of parts
of the county through better access to public safety responders, better response to emergencies related to
Oil and Gas defelopment, and lower insurance rate, driven down by faster response times.
Promote equitable, affordable, housing: Just as this project's proposed enhancements will make doing
business more attractive in Weld County, the benefits of a better radio sysem (e.g. better response times).
Support Existing Communities: By coming together in this historic partnership, Weld County has brought all
our communities closer.Not only will an improved radio infrastructure allow emergency responders to better
support the communities they serve, doing so will support a community of communities.
Provide more transportation choices: N/A
Conserve, responsibly utilize and protect valuable natural resources: Rather than tearing up and building
new, we are retrofitting existing infrastructure and recycling equipment and products, while at the same
incurring no debt for future generations. This philosophy of concervation is a guiding light for all Weld County
Projects.
Value healthy communities and neighborhoods: Through improved response times, responders will be better
able to react to a threat to the health and safety of community members. A strong public safety system
demonstrates a commitment to the health and welfare of a community's members.
Enhance integrated planning and investment: The creation of a unified communications center was a
testamate to the value of integrated planning and investment. However, for this longstanding arrangement to
persist, the infrastructure must be improved. Without this upgrade, one is forced to question the efficacy of
integrating operations.
5. Local Commitment.
a. Why can't this project be funded locally?
Funds to upgrade the system are not available at this time. Weld County sets aside funds each year for
future capital projects, and this money is proposed to be used as the match money for the grant to complete
this project. Growth has not paid its way for support communications like it has with other support
infrastructure, and as a result the current system is not able to keep up with the demand. While it might
appear as a faulty decision of the past decision makers, assessing an impact fee for communication
technology is not generally supported as a plausible rational fee impact nexus. Furthermore, many of the
problems of the system are old problems and impact fees can't be used to resolve"sins of the past".
Being mindful of the current system challenges will encourage decision makers to look at ways the system
can be maintained either through additional technologies or by locating buildings in more appropriate
locations, but for now, the current system needs to be upgraded to support current needs.
b. Explain the origin of your local cash match. (Note: Whenever possible, local government cash match
on a dollar for dollar match basis is encouraged.)
The match comes from Weld County on behalf of all partners. Money has been set aside through the normal
budgeting process for this project.
c. What other community entities, organizations, or stakeholders recognize the value of this project and
are collaborating with you to achieve an increased livability of the community? Please describe how
your partners are contributing to achieve the improvement to the livability of the community through
this project. If in-kind contributions are included in the project budget, detailed tracking will be
required on project monitoring reports.
ii. Please describe the level of commitment by each collaborator. (e.g. fee waivers, in-kind services,
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fundraising, direct monetary contribution, policy changes.)
iii. Please list the value of the resources that each collaborator is bringing to the program.
Funding Partners:
Instead of developing numerous communication centers, as has been the standard model for our State,
Weld County and forty-four(44) entities came together in an unprecedented fashion to fund and maintain
one communication system serving the entire County. This agreement, attached, (Exhibit F) shows the
long term commitment and determination of a region to provide our citizens with a unique level of service
and partnership. This mere action serves as an exemplary understanding of the importance of
regionalism, and demonstrates our ability to sustain this effort for the past three decades. When faced
with unprecedented growth and numerous challenges, the partners comprising this agreement have
consolidated their ability to access funds. In favor of maintaining individual centers, the region has
remained committed to a single point communication system, uniquely designed to address the collective
good. In this fashion, Weld County government has, and continues to provide, direct financial support for
all jurisdictions within the County.
Each community contributes funds based on a simple formula. The County covers much of the cost of
dispatch, particularly for smaller municipalities which do not generate much call volume. However, as
communities grow, and increase their demand for services, they assume a larger funding commitment for
the system. Weld County funds calls for services for all communities up to $10,000 of service per year.
When service calls exceed this benchmark, the communities pay for the increased usage of the center.
Currently, there are ten (10) agencies directly funding the E-911 communication center. Participation and
funding for the center has been established based upon a level of calls.
Greeley $1,589,723
Weld County 1,349,831
Evans 8,341
Fort Lupton 5,427
Firestone 4,953
Windsor 4,642
Frederick 2,637
Johnstown 855
Dacono 832
Platteville 55
Based upon 2010 Budget Figures
Additionally, to the operational funding of the E-911 Board, each community who utilizes the system for
communications pays for the upgrade and maintenance of their own radio equipment. As listed below,
almost seven (7) million dollars have been spent by the partnering agencies to ensure that they have safe
and operable radios.
Weld County DTR Expenditures By Agency
Air Life of Greeley $8,451.00
Ault Police Department $39,294.00
Ault-Pierce Fire Protection District $47,194.00
Briggsdale Fire Department $33,804.00
Dacono Police Department $103,839.00
Eaton Fire Protection District $111,488.00
Eaton Police Department $34,565.00
Erie Police Department $19,719.00
Evans Fire Department $163,575.00
Evans Police Department $151,434.00
Firestone Police Department $133,612.00
Fort St. Vrain Security $ 79,535.00
Frederick Firestone Fire Department $218,492.00
Frederick Police Department $142,453.00
Fort Lupton Fire Department $199,753.00
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Fort Lupton Police Department $114,790.00
Galeton Fire Protection District $80,349.00
Gilcrest Police Department $42,052.00
Greeley Police Department $1,083,981.00
Hudson Fire Department $135,188.00
Johnstown Fire Department $110,254.00
Johnstown Police Department $102.699.00
Keenesburg Fire Department $53,856.00
Kersey Fire Department $129,915.00
Kersey Police Department $26,928.00
Kodak Fire Department $49,287.00
LaSalle Fire Department $102,843.00
LaSalle Police Department $35,379.00
Lochbuie Police Department $60,111.00
Milliken Fire Department $113,114.00
Milliken Police Department $ 58, 467.00
Mountain View Fire Department $57,529.00
North Colorado Medical Center $24,120.00
New Raymer/Stoneham Fire Department $58,194.00
Nunn Fire Department $34,754.00
Nunn Police Department $13,371.00
Pawnee Fire Department $28,467.00
Platteville Police Department $74,052.00
Platteville/Gilcrest Fire Department $141.586.00
Prospect Valley Fire Department $43,209.00
Roggen Fire Department $32,562.00
Union Colony Fire Rescue Authority $429,390.00
Weld County Dispatch $86,792.00
Weld County Health Department $28,170.00
Weld County Office of Emergency Management $11,268.00
Weld County Paramedic Services $206,184.00
Weld County Sheriff's Office $771,919.00
Weld County Sheriffs Office Jail $43,368.00
Weld Airport $37,464.00
Weld County Coroner $12,634.00
Weld County Public Works $546,556.00
Weld County Transportation $162,776.00
Weld County Department of Social Services $10,008.00
Windsor Police Department $141,238.00
Windsor/Severance Fire Department $148,518.00
Total: $6,627,798.00
d. Has the applicant dedicated the financial resources in their current budget, reserve funds and/or unused debt
capacity that are being used for the local matching funds? Yes X No_ Explain if No:
e. Have the applicant's tax rates, user charges or fees been reviewed recently to address funding for the
proposed project? YesX No
f. If the tax rate, user charges or fees were modified, what was the modification and when did this change
occur?
g. Has the applicant contacted representatives from local energy or mineral companies to discuss the
project? If yes, when was the contact and what was discussed?
Yes, we have contracted representatives from the oil and gas community about this project and they are very
supportive of these efforts.
h. Has the applicant requested financial support from the industry and to what success? If yes, when
was the contact, what was requested, and what were the results? If no, why not?
The Oil and Gas industry has not been approached on this grant specifically. That being said, Weld County
prefers to partner with Oil and Gas companies to mitigate specific activities, rather than system wide fixes like
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the one proposed here. For instance, Weld County is in active negotiations with industry partners to improve
road surfaces in heavily used areas.
5. Readiness to Go/Management Capacity.
a. Assuming this project is funded as requested, how soon will the project begin?What is the time
frame for completion?
This project will begin in the second quarter of 2011. It will take approximately nine months to complete this
project in its entirety.
b. How will you separate and track expenditures, maintain funds and reserves for the capital
expenditures and improvement as described in this project?
Weld County government staff in conjunction with the Weld County Communication Center will manage this
project.
c. Describe the funding plan in place to address the new operating and maintenance expenses
generated from the project?
It is not anticipated that this project will result in new operational or maintenance expenses. New towers will
likely result in a reduction of maintenance. Currently, $130,000.00 is set aside for routine tower maintenance.
We would continue this commitment to ensure the system stays operational.
d. Describe the technical and professional experience/expertise of person(s) and/or professional firms
responsible to manage this project.
Monica Mika Weld County's Director of Finance and Administration, and Mike Savage Director of the Weld
County Communications Center will provide project oversight for this project.
Motorola via Advanced Wireless Communications will conduct the tower and communication upgrades.
e. Describe how your facility will meet the energy standards specified in C.R.S. 24-30-1301 - 1305, if
applicable? How were these measures determined to be appropriate? Are the measures cost-
effective?What is the estimated time for return on investment?
Not Applicable
f. Describe how you determined that the project can be completed within the proposed budget as
outlined in this application? Are contingencies considered within the project budget?
We have worked with Motorola and received hard estimate written proposals. In our overall project budget,
we have not included contingency funding.
g. Has the necessary planning been completed? How?What additional design work must still be
completed, if any? When? How did the applicant develop project cost estimates? Is the project
supported by bids, professional estimates or other credible information? Please attach a copy of any
supporting documents.
Based upon research conducted in the spring of 2009 by Motorola, a plan was developed to identify the
system weakness. (Exhibits G & H) Yes, project costs were developed. As proposed, the project will be sole
source as the equipment needed for upgrades is single source provided
h. Does the project duplicate service capacity already established? Is the service inadequate? (Has
consolidation of services with another provider been considered?)
The project enhances existing radio service capability and in some cases provides radio coverage in locations
that do not have coverage today. Weld County has been a charter member of Colorado Consolidated
Communications Network and this project would be integrated into the State of Colorado DTR public safety
radio system. Feedback from the communities of Fort Collins and Loveland is that the project would enhance
their coverage along their eastern boundaries and reduce Weld County demand on their system.
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E. TABOR COMPLIANCE.
1. Does the applicant jurisdiction have the ability to receive and spend state grant funds under TABOR spending
limitations? Yes X No_ Explain:
2. Has the applicant jurisdiction been subject to any refund under TABOR or statutory tax limitations?
Yes_ Nom Explain:
3. Has the applicant sought voter approval to keep revenues above fiscal spending limits?
YesX No Explain:
4. Are there any limitations to the voter approved revenues? (e.g. Can only be spent on law enforcement or roads)?
All Weld County ad valorem tax levies for county purposes, when applied to the total valuation for assessment of
the County, shall be reduced so as to prohibit the levying of a greater amount of tax revenue than was levied from
ad valorem taxation in the preceding year plus five percent(5%) except to provide for the payment of bands and
interest thereon
5. If the applicant jurisdiction is classified as an enterprise under TABOR, will acceptance of a state grant affect this
status? Yes_ No X Explain:
F. ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW.
Indicate below whether any of the proposed project activities:
1. Will be undertaken in flood hazard areas. Yes_ NoX List flood plain maps/studies reviewed in
reaching this conclusion. Describe alternatives considered and mitigation proposed.
2. Will affect historical, archeological or cultural resources, or be undertaken in geological hazard area?
Yes_ No X Describe alternatives considered and mitigation proposed.
3. Address any other related public health or safety concerns? Yes_ No X Describe:
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Submission of this form indicates official action by the applicant's governing board authorizing application for
these funds. JUL 2 8 2010
Official Board Action taken on
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Applications and any attachments must be submitted electronically in .DOC (Preferred) or.PDF Format
(Unsecured) to:
NOTE: Please do not submit a scanned application form (scanned attachments ok).
(If you are unable to submit electronically please contact your field representative)
ImpactGrantsP,state.co.us
Include Applicant Local Government name and Tier for which you are applying in the email subject line.
For any questions related to the electronic submittal please call Bret Hillberry @ 303.866.4058
Attachments List (Check and submit the following documents, if applicable):
► Preliminary Engineering Reports
D. Architectural Drawings
► Cost Estimates
► Detailed Budget
► Map showing location of the project
► Attorney's TABOR decision
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Seven Principles of Sustainability
DOLA integrates planning and investment by partnering with other local, state and federal agencies to
strengthen Colorado Communities. DOLA's approach centers on seven basic sustainable community
development principles. Adapted from the federal sustainability principles agreed upon by the
Departments of Transportation and Housing and Urban Development and the Environmental
Protection Agency, DOLA tailored them to fit Colorado.
o Increase economic competitiveness
Invest in education and training for the global economy, attract and position employment
centers near housing and transit, expand business access and promote rural economic
development that preserves and enhances community identity
o Promote equitable, affordable housing
Identify, encourage and invest in quality, energy efficient, affordable housing near jobs,
shopping and public and recreation amenities
o Support existing communities
Strategically optimize goal driven infrastructure funding to maximize investment, support
long term viability and revitalize communities
o Provide more transportation choices
Improve safe, reliable and affordable transportation choices to reduce traffic congestion
and improve air quality; create transit-oriented neighborhoods with biking and walking
opportunities
o Conserve, responsibly utilize and protect valuable natural resources
Focus investments which plan for and conserve a clean water supply, improve air
quality, protect natural resources, and promote local and regional food systems, energy
efficiency and renewable energy
o Value healthy communities and neighborhoods
Support unique and historic community characteristics by investing in quality schools,
prosperous and sustainable downtowns, and healthy, safe, walkable neighborhoods
o Enhance integrated planning and investment
Align policies to remove barriers, maximize and leverage funding and increase
accountability and effectiveness of government programs
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