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MINUTES
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
WELD COUNTY, COLORADO
SEPTEMBER 30, 2009
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, September 30, 2009, 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 William F. Garcia, Chair
Commissioner Douglas Rademacher, Pro-Tem
Commissioner Sean P. Conway
Commissioner Barbara Kirkmeyer
Commissioner David E. Long
Also present:
County Attorney, Bruce T. Barker
Acting Clerk to the Board, Elizabeth Strong
Director of Administrative Services, Monica Mika
MINUTES: Commissioner Rademacher moved to approve the minutes of the Board of County
Commissioners meeting of September 28, 2009, as printed. Commissioner Conway 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, DISTRICT ATTORNEY'S OFFICE - ANTHONY MOLOCZNIK: Chair
Garcia read the certificate into the record, recognizing Anthony Molocznik for 22 years of services with
the District Attorney's Office.
Ken Buck, District Attorney, stated the attendees are here to celebrate the accomplishments of a
consummate professional. Mr. Buck stated Mr. Molocznik handled various matters concerning law
enforcement, and there are no white collar investigators in Weld County because Mr. Molocznik
handled all of those matters; therefore, there will be a great void to be filled. He stated Mr. Molocznik's
accomplishments are not well known; however, they are tremendous. Mr. Molocznik thanked everyone
for attending the presentation. Chair Garcia stated Mr. Molocznik has skill sets he has utilized in
various areas of work, for example, Mr. Molocznik served on the Families, Youth, and Children
Commission, in order to obtain Core funding for Social Services. Chair Garcia thanked Mr. Molocznik
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for his service. Commissioner Conway indicated he has known Mr. Molocznik for many years, he is a
consummate professional, he valued his service above himself, and he has looked out for the interests
of Weld County's citizens. He wished Mr. Molocznik good luck with his future endeavors and thanked
him for his service. Commissioner Rademacher stated it is impressive when an individual can work in
the field of public safety and maintain a positive attitude. Commissioner Kirkmeyer expressed her
appreciation to Mr. Molocznik for carrying out his duties in a responsible and professional manner and
with integrity. Commissioner Long stated Mr. Molocznik exudes friendliness, which is a special quality.
COMMISSIONER COORDINATOR REPORTS: Chair Garcia stated Commissioner Kirkmeyer, Barb
Connolly, Controller, and he attended the 10 County Budget Conference, and Weld County's budget is
in much better shape than the other nine counties. He stated the employees, department heads, and
elected officials of Weld County work together to maintain a balanced budget and savings.
NEW BUSINESS:
CONSIDER TEMPORARY PERMIT FOR TAVERN LIQUOR LICENSE AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO
SIGN - VICENTE CUEVAS-LOPEZ, DBA EL CENTENARIO NIGHT CLUB: Bruce Barker, County
Attorney, stated this is an application for a temporary permit for a tavern liquor license for the
establishment formerly known as the Sipres Lounge, and the new owners are also applying for a
transfer of ownership. Mr. Barker stated the property is currently being leased and there was a concern
regarding the lease; however, the matter was resolved yesterday; therefore, the Board can consider the
transfer of ownership, in addition to the application for a temporary permit, today, even though it was
not scheduled to be considered. In response to Commissioner Kirkmeyer, Mr. Barker stated the
temporary permit will be in place until the transfer of ownership is processed, and he reiterated it was
intended that the transfer of ownership be considered on a different date, however, he is satisfied the
application for transfer of ownership is complete. In response to Chair Garcia, Mr. Barker stated he
prefers that the Board consider both the temporary permit and the transfer of ownership today.
Responding to Commissioner Rademacher, Mr. Barker stated if both matters are approved today, the
Resolution will need to be updated to reflect the change.
Vicente Cuevas, applicant, stated he is assuming ownership of the establishment because he wants to
be able to provide a better future for his family by increasing his household income. In response to
Chair Garcia, Mr. Cuevas stated he is going to retain the previous staff at the establishment.
Mr. Cuevas stated he intends to hire well-known bands to perform at the establishment, in an effort to
increase sales.
Mr. Barker inquired as to whether the water situation has been resolved at the facility. Mary Sipres,
former owner, stated the matter has been resolved and water samples are provided for testing every
other day, and she has also had the County check the water nitrates, even though it was not required.
Mr. Barker explained there was previously a problem with the nitrates in the water because the well
was in too close of proximity to the septic system; therefore, the well has been moved to a different
location which is further away from the septic system. Ms. Sipres stated the well has been relocated
twice. Commissioner Kirkmeyer moved to approve the transfer of ownership for the tavern liquor
license, approve the temporary permit for a tavern liquor license, and authorize the Chair to sign.
Seconded by Commissioner Rademacher, the motion carried unanimously. (Clerk's Note: Due to
technical requirements of the Colorado Liquor Code, a separate hearing concerning the transfer of
ownership will be scheduled for a date to be determined pending forthcoming application and referral
documents. Disregard motion to approve the transfer of ownership for a tavern liquor license; however,
the motion to approve the temporary permit for a tavern liquor license will remain in effect.)
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CONSIDER APPOINTMENT TO EXTENSION ADVISORY COUNCIL: Commissioner Rademacher
moved to appoint William Erickson to the Extension Advisory Council. Commissioner Conway
seconded the motion, which 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 9:25 a.m.
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
WELD COUNT COLORADO
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