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Minutes
Board of County Commissioners
Weld County, Colorado
Monday, December 29, 2025
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 Administration Building, Greeley, Colorado 80631, on December 29,
2025, 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 Perry L. Buck, Chair
Commissioner Scott K. James, Pro-Tem — Excused
Commissioner Jason S. Maxey
Commissioner Lynette Peppier
Commissioner Kevin D. Ross — Excused
Also present:
Acting Clerk to the Board, Houstan Aragon
County Attorney, Bruce Barker
Minutes: Commissioner Peppier moved to approve the below listed Minutes of the Board
of County Commissioners meeting, as printed. Commissioner Maxey seconded the
motion and it carried unanimously.
1. Minutes from December 15, 2025
Certification of Hearings: Commissioner Maxey moved to approve the below listed
Hearing Certificates. Commissioner Peppler seconded the motion, which carried
unanimously.
1 . Annual Meeting of the Beebe Draw Law Enforcement District Authority Board and
2026 Budget Hearing
2. Annual Meeting of the Pioneer Community Law Enforcement Authority Board and
2026 Budget Hearing
3. Annual Meeting of the Southwestern Weld County Law Enforcement District
Authority Board and 2026 Budget Hearing
Amendments to Agenda: There were no amendments to the Agenda.
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Consent Agenda: Commissioner Maxey moved to approve the Consent Agenda, as
printed. Commissioner Peppler seconded the motion and it carried unanimously.
Presentations and Proclamations: (Clerk's Note: This item was presented following
'New Business — General'.)
1 . Recognition of Services, Department of Human Services — Rhonda Behring
Bids:
1 . Approve Bid #B2500145, Undercarriage Rebuild for 2006 Caterpillar D8T —
Department of Fleet Services: Toby Taylor, Purchasing Department, stated staff
recommends selecting the lowest bidder who met specifications, Wagner
Equipment, LLC, for a total amount of $75,465.83. Commissioner Maxey moved
to approve said bid. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Peppler and it
carried unanimously.
New Business — General:
1 . Consider 2025 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Application for
Respite Center Program Expansion Funds — Department of Human Services
and We Help and Love Everyone, dba WHALE, Inc.: Jamie Ulrich, Director of
the Department of Human Services, requested approval of an application, in
partnership with We Help and Love Everyone, dba WHALE, Inc., to the
Weld County CDBG Program for 2025 funding to allow for expansion of WHALE,
Inc.'s respite center program for disability-inclusive evening and weekend hours
for low- to moderate-income Weld County families. Commissioner Peppler
extended her appreciation to Cynthia Martin, CDBG Analyst, and Bruce Barker,
County Attorney, for their efforts in assisting WHALE, Inc., and further moved to
approve said application. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Maxey and
it carried unanimously.
2. Consider Contract ID #10190 Amendment #6 to Intergovernmental
Agreement for Case Management Agency (CMA) Services and Authorize
Chair to Sign: Ms. Ulrich stated the amendment provides long-term care services
to assist older adults and individuals with disabilities to help them remain in their
homes and communities. Ms. Ulrich detailed the changes within Amendment #6.
Commissioner Maxey moved to approve said amendment and authorize the Chair
to sign. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Peppler and it carried
unanimously.
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3. Consider Contract ID #10191 Notice of Funding Allocation (NFA) Work Plan
for Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Adult and Dislocated
Workers Program, and Authorize Chair, Department of Human Services, and
Workforce Development Board to Sign: Ms. Ulrich stated the NFA work plan for
the Adult and Dislocated Workers Program will extend funding to support
personnel and benefits career and training services for workplace learning and
outreach program integration through June 30, 2026. Commissioner Peppier
moved to approve said NFA work plan and authorize the Chair, Department of
Human Services, and Workforce Development Board to sign. The motion was
seconded by Commissioner Maxey and it carried unanimously.
4. Consider Contract ID #10193 Amendment #3 to Intergovernmental
Agreement for Nurse Home Visitor Program (NHVP) / Nurse-Family
Partnership (NFP) and Authorize Chair to Sign: Jason Chessher, Director of the
Department of Public Health and Environment, stated the Nurse Home Visitor
Program (NHVP) / Nurse-Family Partnership (NFP) provides the largest amount in
grant funding for the department and indicated the amendment is the result of
recalculated indirect rates that reduced funding by approximately $12,000.00 for
2026. Commissioner Peppier moved to approve said amendment and authorize
the Chair to sign. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Maxey and it carried
unanimously.
5. Consider Contract ID #10199 Acceptance of Preventative Block Grant (PBG)
Purchase Order Terms and Conditions for Northern Colorado Regional
Assessment Collaborative Partnership Funds and Authorize Department of
Public Health and Environment to Disburse Said Funds: Mr. Chessher
requested acceptance of grant funding, in the amount of $30,000.00, to offset the
part-time salary that allows continued collaborative assessment efforts.
Commissioner Maxey moved to approve said purchase order and authorize the
Department of Public Health and Environment to disburse said funds. The motion
was seconded by Commissioner Peppier and it carried unanimously.
6. Consider Revisions to Fee Schedule for Fees Collected by Weld County
Department of Public Health and Environment: Mr. Chessher stated the annual
fee survey conducted for 2026 resulted in significant state-wide increases for food
permits and vital records. He stated there were minor increases to other fees, such
as lab fees, to account for rising costs and inflation. Commissioner Peppier moved
to approve said Resolution. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Maxey,
who further extended his appreciation to staff for their attention to detail in this
matter. There being no further discussion, the motion carried unanimously.
7. Consider Declaration of Certain Equipment and Building Assets as Surplus
Property and Authorize Disposal: Rusty Williams, Controller, requested
authorization to dispose of the listed surplus property. Commissioner Maxey
moved to approve said Resolution. The motion was seconded by
Commissioner Peppier and it carried unanimously.
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8. Consider Public Input Concerning Contracted Expenditure of Over
$2.5 Million for the Purchase of Property Commonly Known as Lincoln Plaza
and Located at 1014-1020 9th Street, Greeley, Colorado: Bruce Barker, County
Attorney, advised the Board to open this item to public comment. In response to
Commissioner Maxey, Mr. Barker confirmed there is no Resolution for this item.
No public testimony was offered concerning this matter.
Presentations and Proclamations:
1 . Recognition of Services, Department of Human Services — Rhonda Behring:
Chair Buck read the certificate for the record. Ms. Ulrich stated Ms. Behring served
both the child protection and the youth services units within the Child Care Division
of the Department of Human Services for nearly 30 years, shared she is known for
her dedicated commitment as an advocate of the youth she serves, noting the
tremendous difference she made in the trajectory of their futures. Stacey DeBoer,
Department of Human Services, likewise highlighted the impact of Ms. Behring to
countless youth in Weld County and shared she will be deeply missed by her
colleagues and the community alike. Ms. Behring stated she will be a case
consultant with attorneys, serving youth in transition, post-retirement. She thanked
the Board and Department of Human Services' leadership for their recognition, and
acknowledged she could not have been as successful throughout her career
without talented and dedicated colleagues, and will deeply miss the friendships
she has made in the workplace. In turn, each Commissioner extended their
appreciation for Ms. Behring's dedication to the youth in Weld County and wished
her the best of luck in her future endeavors. (Clerk's Note: The group gathered for
a photo opportunity.)
New Business — Planning:
1. Consider Request to Extend Time to Record Map for Use by Special Review
Permit, USR23-0019 — Michael Boulter Farms, LLC, c/o CBEP Solar 26, LLC:
Molly Wright, Department of Planning Services, stated the applicants,
Michael Boulter Farms, LLC, c/o CBEP Solar 26, LLC, requested an extension
until October 28, 2026, to record the final plat map for USR23-0019, as a result of
Xcel Energy project delays. Brysen Daughton, CBEP representative, indicated
each of the requests today are the result of Xcel Energy's project delays and
explained he is confident the requested extended time will allow them to complete
the necessary Conditions of Approval for recording the final plat maps.
Commissioner Maxey expressed his frustration with State mandates and the
resulting delays of companies like Xcel Energy. Commissioner Maxey moved to
approve said Resolution. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Peppler and
it carried unanimously.
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2. Consider Request to Extend Time to Record Map for Use by Special Review
Permit, USR23-0020 — Robert and Allison Johnson, c/o CBEP Solar 20, LLC:
Ms. Wright stated the applicants, Robert and Allison Johnson, c/o CBEP Solar 20,
LLC, requested an extension until March 1 , 2026 , to record the final plat map for
USR23-0019, as a result, in part, of final system size and complexity of
agrivoltaics. She stated staff recommends approval. Commissioner Maxey moved
to approve said Resolution. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Peppier
and it carried unanimously.
3. Consider Request to Extend Time to Record Map for Use by Special Review
Permit, USR23-0021 — David Weinmeister, c/o CBEP Solar 13, LLC: Ms. Wright
stated the applicants, David Weinmeister, c/o CBEP Solar 13, LLC, requested an
extension until July 1 , 2026, to record the final plat map for USR23-0021, as a
result of Xcel Energy project delays. She stated staff recommends approval.
Commissioner Peppier moved to approve said Resolution. The motion was
seconded by Commissioner Maxey and it carried unanimously.
4. Consider Request to Extend Time to Record Map for Use by Special Review
Permit, USR23-0022 — Michael Morgan, c/o CBEP Solar 15, LLC: Ms. Wright
stated the applicants, Michael Morgan, do CBEP Solar 15, LLC, requested an
extension until July 10, 2026, to record the final plat map for USR23-0022, as a
result of Xcel Energy project delays relating to the interconnection study. She
stated staff recommends approval. Commissioner Maxey moved to approve said
Resolution. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Peppler and it carried
unanimously.
5. Consider Request to Extend Time to Record Map for Use by Special Review
Permit, USR23-0023 — Thomas and Marjorie Brown, c/o CBEP Solar 27, LLC:
Ms. Wright stated the applicants, Thomas and Marjorie Brown, c/o CBEP Solar 27,
LLC, requested an extension until July 1 , 2026, to record the final plat map for
USR23-0023, as a result of Xcel Energy project delays relating to the
interconnection study to allow for finalized designs, and staff recommends
approval. Commissioner Peppier moved to approve said Resolution. The motion
was seconded by Commissioner Maxey and it carried unanimously.
6. Consider Request to Extend Time to Record Map for Use by Special Review
Permit, USR23-0030 — Louis and Gina Fabrizius, c/o CBEP Solar 30, LLC:
Ms. Wright stated the applicants, Louis and Gina Fabrizius, c/o CBEP Solar 30,
LLC, requested an extension until January 1 , 2027, to record the final plat map for
USR23-0030, as a result of delays of an interconnection agreement due to projects
ahead of USR23-0030. She stated staff recommends approval.
Commissioner Maxey moved to approve said Resolution. The motion was
seconded by Commissioner Peppier and it carried unanimously.
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7. Consider Request to Extend Time to Record Map for Use by Special Review
Permit, USR23-0031 — Louis and Gina Fabrizius, and Stanley and
Carolyn Heinze, c/o CBEP Solar 32, LLC: Ms. Wright stated the applicants,
Louis and Gina Fabrizius, and Stanley and Carolyn Heinze, do CBEP Solar 32,
LLC, requested an extension until January 1 , 2027, to record the final plat map for
USR23-0031, as a result of Xcel Energy project delays relating to the
interconnection study. She stated staff recommends approval.
Commissioner Peppier moved to approve said request. The motion was seconded
by Commissioner Maxey. In response to Commissioner Maxey, Mr. Daughton
confirmed Xcel Energy's anticipated timeframe for studies is approximately a year;
however, that does not account for the queue of existing projects. Further in
response to Commissioner Maxey, Mr. Daughton confirmed the studies currently
required by Xcel Energy, as well as the costs and time commitment involved. There
being no further discussion, the motion carried unanimously.
Public Comment: No public comment was offered.
Let the Minutes reflect that the above and foregoing actions were attested to and
respectfully submitted by the Clerk to the Board. There being no further business, this
meeting was adjourned at 9:38 a.m.
The Board of County Commissioners of Weld County, Colorado, approved the above
and foregoing Minutes, on motion duly made and seconded, by the following vote on the
12th day of January, A.D., 2026, by the newly nominated and approved Board of County
Commissioners for 2026:
Scott K. James, Chair: Aye +��
Jason S. Maxey, Pro-Tem: Aye I s,L®.�
Perry L. Buck: Aye f
Lynette Peppier: Aye =%M`"L 11
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Kevin D. Ross: Aye
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Esther E. Gesick, Clerk to the Board
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