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HomeMy WebLinkAbout20073658 RESOLUTION RE: APPROVE ENERGY AND MINERAL IMPACT ASSISTANCE PROGRAM APPLICATION FOR SOCIAL AND HUMAN SERVICES BUILDING AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN 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 the Social and Human Services Building 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, commencing upon full execution, with further 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 the Social and Human Services Building 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 Chair be, and hereby is, authorized to sign said application. The above and foregoing Resolution was, on motion duly made and seconded, adopted by the following vote on the 5th day of December, A.D., 2007. BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COUNTY CO DO ''` C .- ATTEST: / �h � '� �Qi,„..: � _ �� vid E. Long, Chair Weld County Clerk to the F t 0 1 t It=y;f" /�- )--7,-- , William ThPro-Temem £ At the Board W�Gtcci tp jar_ APPROVED �JRM: J3,- Robert D. Masden .26unty Attorney i 10g ougla�ademacher Date of signature: l 2007-3658 e0 . rZ FI0045 • CI - 31—o2' Rev.2/07 STATE OF COLORADO (For Use by State) Department of Local Affairs ENERGY AND MINERAL IMPACT ASSISTANCE PROGRAM APPLICATION Public Facilities/Public Services/Community Development Projects (Refer to back page for application filing information) Applications Must Be Typewritten A. GENERAL AND SUMMARY INFORMATION 1. Name/Title of Proposed Project: Weld County Social and Human Service Building 2. Applicant: Weld County (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, names of other directly participating political subdivisions: Weld County 3. Chief Elected Official (In the case of a multi-jurisdictional application, chief elected official of the "lead" political subdivision): Name: David E. Long Title: Chair, Bd. Co Comm Mailing Address: 915 10th Street, Phone: 970-356-4000 4218 City/Zip: Greeley, 80634 Fax: 970-352-0242 E-mail Address: dwarden@co.weld.co.us 4. Designated Contact Person (will receive all mailings) for the Application: Name: Donald Warden Title: Director of Finance and Administration Mailing Address: 915 10th Street Phone: 970-356-4000 ext 4218 City/Zip: Greeley 80634 Fax: 970-352-0242 E-mail Address:dwarden@co.weld.co.us 5. Amount of Energy/Mineral Impact Funds requested: $ 1,000,000 6. Brief Project Description: (100 words or less and including construction or equipment specifications,if applicable. For example:2-bay,2,000 sq.ft.metal fire building Weld County has worked diligently during the past years to meet the social and human service needs presented to us by the growing population. Despite our creativity and efforts our current social services campus has exceeded it capacity to adequately satisfy client needs. A new building is needed to service the Greeley/Evans/La Salle urbanizing area. Weld County proposes to construct an additional 35,000 sq foot building located on property (currently owned by Weld County) which adjoins the present Social Service buildings location. 7. a. Local priority if more than one application from the same local government(e.g., 1 of 2, 2of 2, etc.). One of One Page 1 of 6 2007-3658 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? 223,400 (Current/most recent lottery distribution estimate is acceptable.) What is the source of the estimate? State Demographer c. What is the population projection for the applicant in 5 years? 262,000 What is the source of the projection? State Demographer 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 Applicant Entity: Weld Adams _ a. Assessed Valuation (AV) Year: 2006 $4,199,879,970 $4,100,224,720 b. Mill Levy 16.804 26.974 c. Property Tax Revenue (mill levy times AV) 70,575,408 110,599,462 d. Sales Tax(Rate/Estimated Annual Revenue) 0/0 .075/30.9m e. Total General Fund Budget $70,263,168 $140,014,599 f. Total Applicant Budget Amount (Sum of General Fund and all Special or $192,608,472 $370,496,586 Enterprise Funds) g. Total Multi-year Debt Obligations for all 0 0 Fund Types* h. Total Lease-Purchase and Certificates of Participation obligations* 0 (As of 8-1-07) 0 i. General Fund Balance (Reserves) as of 1/1/07 $9,726,780 $87,928,507 January 1 of this current calendar year. For projects to be managed through a Special Fund other than the General Fund (e.g. County Road and Bridge Fund) or managed through an Enterprise Fund (e.g.water, sewer, county airport), complete items "j through n": Identify the relevant Special Fund or Enterprise Fund: j. Special or Enterprise Fund Budget Amount Na Na k. Special or Enterprise Fund Multi-Year Debt Na Na Obligations* I. Special or Enterprise Fund Balance Na Na (Reserves) on January 1 of this calendar year m. Special or Enterprise Fund Lease-Purchase Na Na and Certificate of Participation Obligations* n. Special Fund Mill Levy (if applicable) Na Na For Water and Sewer Project Only complete items "o through q": o. Tap Fee Na Na p. Average Monthly User Charge (Divide sum of annual residential revenues by 12 and Na Na then divide by the number of residential taps served.) q. Number of Taps Served by Applicant Na Na *Include the sum of the year-end principal amounts remaining for all multi-year debt obligations,lease purchase agreements or certificate of participation notes. Page 2 of 6 a 0 O c Z 2Ey Y Y d LL O T O a c c_ O 0 o Y a) m C o mcr a n d O O N O N 11 t O O O O O -O 0) N 0) O O O (1 u U oo 0 o m a o O 0 0 CO c v w M cA Eft >`Y a) c c O) cO O t0 >.a E.• u) m O -O E i w` w 1.$ � m 0 c 5 J U. m c) U O U 2 t0 co E a c O m• o E - a 0 m o 3 c..)co OO » c_ c mc a) O mo NC 0 3c co as `m � � O1ty Q mm v� F yo yC cm d o 0 �o a d' °JY w0 � H 3 am c o c 1 �t o co '5 2 O O E m O 0 co - = d o o 0 ja 0 m O O 0 .3 c 00 O O• 0 0) u .6 CO CO c w 41+ W c 3 0 N CU tg N CO L U a1 OO) 'O N O d a a)E as I—LLI w Fa C0 0 2 7 a) 0 E M u)I— 0 c_ E c m L U Y. J r U w w m 1. V ;o O) c 7 (0 C c E y Q d Et a) m O. C m a x '9 o O m U W aa)i V I- a 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. Social and Economic Impact a. Describe how the applicant is impacted by the development, production, or conversion of energy and mineral resources Weld County has over 19,500 oil and gas wells dispersed throughout the county with over 10,000 of these being active wells. According to DPT, this represents over fifty percent of all active wells in Colorado. The biggest effect of this production is seen in impacts to general governmental services particularly those providing for the needs of the general population which in a large part includes those who work in the energy industry. In 2006, According to the 2007 Upstate Colorado Demographic Profile there were a total of 114,849 employees in Weld County, of these 2,187 were active field workers and when including support staff there were an estimated 6561 workers actively engaging in mining and mining support activities in Weld County. A portion of these individuals are likely to receive governmental services ranging from Payment Assistance (food stamps), Day Care, Transportation, Area Agency on Aging, Housing Assistance, Child Protection, to Adult Protection. The average wage of an oil field worker in 2006 drop from an annual average income of$57,720 in 2005 to $52,832 in 2006 representing an 8.47 percent decrease. b. To further document impact, cite the type of past, current or proposed energy/mineral impact activities in the area, the names of the companies involved, the number of employees associated with the activities impacting the jurisdiction and other relevant, quantitative indicators of energy/mineral impact. The attached map delineates the active oil and gas activity in this area. To date, 435 permits for oil and gas have been issued. c. Cite actual usage statistics that document impact and the need for the project. For example, "heavy truck traffic related to energy development activities is impacting a county road that needs improvement. A traffic count done in May 2006 showed that heavy truck traffic increased from 100 trips per day to 300 trips". (If documentation is not available, consider undertaking the necessary research before submitting an application). According to the 2006 State Demographer's Office profile there were114,849 workers in Weld County and approximately 6561 to 8748 of these workers were employed in mining activities. The average annual salary of these workers is$52,832. This worker in a family of five falls within the moderate income range and is likely eligible for some forms of governmental assistance. Project Significance a. Why is the project needed and what are the goals of the project? The current Social Service Building was built in 1974. Later, in 1999 an additional building was constructed on the same site. Since the early seventies (70's) social services were also provided from the Ft Lupton Service Center. In 2006, with the growing population of southeast Weld County social services were relocated to the Southeast Weld facilities allowing for an expansion of services and an ease of user ship. The goals of this project are to provide adequate and usable space for the public to receive social and human services. During the past several years we have seen an increase in those requiring these services. It is Weld County's intent and desire to ensure it provides these support services in an effective and efficient manner. b. How will project implementation benefit public health and safety, improve the effectiveness or efficiency of service delivery systems and/or generally improve the quality of life for residents? The public benefits of this project are numerous: the project affords the public increased efficiency in which to receive critical life support services. Time sensitive delivery of services is critical, and when services are not Page 4 of 6 Pages rendered in an appropriate fashion due to space constraints and other concerns those needing these services suffer potentionally both mentally and physically. c. What are the consequences if the project is not awarded funds? Should funding not be available Weld county citizens will be dealt with space constraints and inadequate delivery of critical services. Many will be faced with long wait for services and delayed appointment times to meet with critical case workers and staff. a. Local Commitment a. Explain the origin of your local cash match. (Note: Local government cash match on a dollar for dollar basis is encouraged.) Weld County will provide $4,000,000 dollars or 80% of the funds needed for this project. Weld County currently has this project listed in its CIP and earmarked the funds for this future use. b. Describe any in-kind contributions (type and value). According to a recent appraisal the property on which this building will be located has an appraised value of $400,000 dollars Weld County Public staff is committed to managing the grant and overall construction of this project. c. Does the applicant have sufficient financial capability in reserve funds and/or unused debt capacity that can be used to secure local matching funds?Yes_X No Explain: d. Has the applicant's tax rate, user charges or fees been reviewed recently to address funding for the proposed project? Yes No X_ Has the applicant recently modified the tax rate, user charges or fees? Yes No_X_ If the tax rate, user charges or fees were modified, when did this change occur? e. What other sources of local, state and federal funds as well as foundation funds has the applicant pursued? Explain. Weld County General fund dollars will be used as well as approximately$150,000 dollars of monies collected as Capital Expansion Impact fees will be used as a portion of the County's Property taxes and impact fees are also used to fund capital projects. Weld County assesses a$1,000 per oil/gas rig move, and imposes a transportation impact fee on new development. Weld County also imposes a Capital Expansion fee for new development to offset the cost of future new county facilities. 4. Relationship to Community Goals a. Is the project identified in the applicant's budget, capital improvement plan, equipment replacement plan, comprehensive plan, utility plan or other local or regional strategic management or planning document? Yes, this project has been identified in the Capital Improvements Plan and is included in the adopted 2008 Weld County Budget. b. How did the applicant develop project cost estimates? If applicable, has a preliminary architectural/engineering study been completed? Yes_ No_X_what additional design work must still be completed? Explain. (Attach one copy of any preliminary engineering reports,architectural drawings, cost estimates, detailed project budget.) General construction figures of similar buildings constructed of similar type construction will yield a construction rate of$140 per sq feet for a 35,000 sq building results in an approximate construction cost of $5,000,000. The site the building will be constructed on is currently owned by Weld County government. Page 5 of 6 Pages 5. Management Capacity a. For construction, renovation or equipment acquisition projects, does the applicant maintain reserve funds for capital improvement, or replacement of equipment items? Yes, Weld County maintains a strong contingency fund resource of$5,400,000. b. Are taxes, user charges and fees established at a level that allows the applicant to maintain and operate its current facilities and the proposed project services on a self-sufficient basis? Yes, Weld County's proposed 2008 Operating Budget is$120,000,000. c. Does the applicant have the technical, financial and managerial capacity to operate and maintain the facilities or services developed through the project for the entire life cycle? Explain. (If applicable,attach the operational/maintenance plan for the project.) Yes, in 2007, Weld County managed the construction of several construction projects including: $17,000,000 for the expansion of the Weld County Jail, $4,000,000 for the construction of the Alternative Project, and Court House Remodel project of$2,000,000. d. Have a number of implementation options been considered? Can the project be accomplished within budget? Are contingencies considered within the project budget? Does the project duplicate service capacity already established? (Has consolidation of services with another provider been considered?) The project will be completed within budget. Weld County has a proven history in construction management projects. For Example, all of the projects listed above have were built with minimal time delays and well within established budgets. e. Has the applicant managed similar projects in the past with success? Yes, as previously stated, Weld County has the proven expertise and history of managing projects of this complexity. 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_x_ No Explain: 3. Has the applicant sought voter approval to keep revenues above fiscal spending limits? Yes_X_No Explain: 4. 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 No_x_ List flood plain maps/studies reviewed in reaching this conclusion. Describe alternatives considered and mitigation proposed. Will affect historical, archeological or cultural resources, or be undertaken in geological hazard area? Yes No_X Describe alternatives considered and mitigation proposed. 2. Address any other related public health or safety concerns? Yes No Describe: NA .....................„__..............................***•*.................................................................... To the best of my knowledge d oeliei tat men and data in this application are true and correct. ed n Signa ure, Chief Electe O icial David E. Lonq Name (typed or printed) Date Chairman Weld County Board of Commissioners Page 6 of 6 Pages •******************************************************* *********************************************************************** Please submit one original and two copies to: Bret Hillberry Department of Local Affairs 1313 Sherman St., Room 521 Denver, Colorado 80203 Also submit: ► Copy to the local county impact team (if applicable) Attachments List(check and submit if applicable; one set per application): D. Preliminary Engineering Reports Not yet available D. Architectural Drawings Not yet available D. Cost Estimates _x ► Detailed Budget _x D. Map showing location of the project _x D. 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