HomeMy WebLinkAbout20071156.tiff RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
MINUTES
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
WELD COUNTY, COLORADO
APRIL 23, 2007
TAPE #2007-11
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, April 23, 2007, 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 David E. Long, Chair
Commissioner William H. Jerke, Pro-Tem
Commissioner William F. Garcia
Commissioner Robert D. Masden - EXCUSED
Commissioner Douglas Rademacher
Also present:
County Attorney, Bruce T. Barker
Acting Clerk to the Board, Elizabeth Strong
Controller, Barb Connolly
MINUTES: Commissioner Garcia moved to approve the minutes of the Board of County Commissioners
meeting of April 18, 2007, as printed. Commissioner Jerke seconded the motion, and it carried
unanimously.
CERTIFICATION OF HEARINGS: Commissioner Garcia moved to approve the Certification of Hearings
conducted on April 18, 2007, as follows:1) USR#1600- SLW Ranch Company, Go Casseday Creative
Designs, LLC; 2) USR#1599-Carr Community Church, c/o Darlene Blaney and Ken Gunter; 3)AmUSR
#543-Duke Energy Field Services, c/o Witwer, Oldenburg, Barry, and Johnson, LLP; and 4)USR#1588-
Duke Energy Field Services, do Witwer, Oldenburg, Barry, and Johnson, LLP. Commissioner Jerke
seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.
AMENDMENTS TO AGENDA: There were no amendments to the agenda.
PUBLIC INPUT: No public input was given.
CONSENT AGENDA: Commissioner Rademacher moved to approve the consent agenda as printed.
Commissioner Garcia seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously.
PROCLAMATIONS:
WELD COUNTY CRIME VICTIMS' RIGHTS WEEK-APRIL 22-28, 2007: Chair Long read the certificate
into the record, proclaiming the week of April 22 -28, 2007 as Weld County Crime Victims' Rights Week.
Ken Poncelow, Sheriffs Office, stated there are representatives from various agencies in attendance,
2007-1156
BC0016
including the University of Northern Colorado's ASAF Program, the Weld County Sheriff's Office Victim
Services, A Kid's Place, A Woman's Place, and CARE. He stated the number of agencies represented
demonstrates the number of people who care about the matter. Mr. Poncelowthanked the Board for their
concern which he stated has been demonstrated through budgetary support of victim services programs.
He stated there are many people in need of victim services and Weld County has the best victim services
programs of any county in Colorado. Commissioner Jerke stated Jeanne Fotts, a current Denver City
Council member, was the person who first brought to his attention the fact that victims would often see
their attackers on the street a week after a crime was committed against them, and Ms. Fotts believes a
crime victim should have the opportunity to be informed by the legal system regarding the disposition of
cases, and be made aware when perpetrators will be released. He further stated that Ms. Fotts also
believes victims should have the opportunity to receive counseling. Commissioner Jerke stated Ms. Fotts
ultimately provided rights to victims in the form of an amendment to the State Constitution. He further
stated initially it was not anticipated how much would grow from a small seed which started by the actions
of one person who was reacting to a concern regarding treating people appropriately. Commissioner
Garcia stated when teaching American Government and Constitutional Law, he covers the rights and
protection of the defendants, and students have often remarked there is an apparent lack of rights and
protection provided to the victims of crime. He stated it pleased him to sign this proclamation in support
of victims'rights. Chair Long stated the County's support of this proclamation includes many empowering
agencies, programs, boards, and directors, which ultimately create effectively delivered victim services.
He stated as a prior health care professional, he recognizes it is very important to be able to help victims
in recovering from the way crime has impacted their daily lives and often their families and jobs. He further
stated he is proud to sign the proclamation and to assist in restoring the confidence of those individuals
who have been victims of crime.
PRESENTATIONS:
RECOGNITION OF SERVICES, ASSESSOR'S OFFICE - JUDY HOYT: Chair Long read the certificate
into the record, recognizing Judy Hoyt for 17 years of service. Ms. Hoyt stated she will miss working for
the Assessor's office and the many wonderful people she has worked with. Jackie Weimer, Assessor's
Office, stated that Ms. Hoyt has seen many changes in the Assessor's Office and she has always
remained an outstanding appraiser through both program and staff changes. She stated it will be difficult
to replace Ms. Hoyt.
COMMISSIONER COORDINATOR REPORTS: There were no Commissioner Coordinator Reports.
WARRANTS: Barb Connolly, Controller, presented the following warrants for approval by the Board:
All Funds $686,949.97
Electronic Transfers -All Funds $239,947.80
Commissioner Jerke moved to approve the warrants as presented by Ms. Connolly. Commissioner
Rademacher seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.
NEW BUSINESS:
CONSIDER APPLICATION FOR A TEMPORARY ASSEMBLY OF MORE THAN 350 PERSONS ON
MAY 20, 2007 - FRANK'S RIDE FOR CHILDREN, C/O GREG RISEDORF: Bruce Barker, County
Attorney, stated this and the next item of business are related. He stated Frank's Ride for Children has
been a success for approximately five years. He explained this item of business is the application for a
temporary assembly and he has attached a memorandum from the Health Department which addresses
four items he proposes be added to the language in the Resolution. In response to Commissioner Jerke,
Chair Long stated the recommended language may be found on page 17. Mr. Barker stated at the end
Minutes, April 23, 2007 2007-1156
Page 2 BC0016
of the paragraph which begins"Now, therefore, be it resolved..."he proposes adding"in accordance with
the terms and conditions set forth in the Permit and as set forth in the Memorandum of Dan Joseph,
Environmental Specialist, Weld County Department of Public Health and Environment, dated April 10,
2007. " Gregory Risedorf, applicant, stated in regards to the proposed food services, he has spoken to
Mr.Joseph and there are no changes this year regarding the food preparation. In response to Chair Long,
Mr. Risedorf stated he has read and accepts the four items Mr. Barker has proposed be added to the
Resolution. In response to Commissioner Rademacher, Mr. Risedorf stated the location of the event will
be 1763 Weld County Road 20.5, Longmont, Colorado. There was no public input. Commissioner Garcia
moved to approve said application, with the noted amendments. Seconded by Commissioner
Rademacher, the motion carried unanimously.
CONSIDER SPECIAL EVENTS PERMIT FOR MAKE-A-WISH FOUNDATION OF COLORADO, INC.,AND
AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN: Mr. Barker stated this item is for obtaining a Special Events Permit and
State Statutes allow for a one-day event to occur if it is connected to a national fraternal order or a non-
profit corporation, and a certain percent of the proceeds must go to the organization. He explained in this
instance a certain percent of the proceeds will be donated to the Make-a-Wish Foundation. Mr. Barker
stated the Sheriffs Office has reviewed the request and recommended approval. Mr. Risedorf entered
into the record Exhibits A and B. Commissioner Jerke moved to approve said permit and authorize Chair
to sign. Seconded by Commissioner Garcia, the motion carried unanimously.
CONSIDER TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF WCR 86 BETWEEN WCR 35 AND U.S. HIGHWAY 85: Leon
Sievers, Department of Public Works, stated this is a four day closure for a culvert replacement, and will
be located two miles north of the Town of Ault. He stated standard closure signs will be used and staff will
address dust abatement if it becomes an issue. Commissioner Rademacher moved to approve said
temporary closure. Seconded by Commissioner Jerke, the motion carried unanimously.
CONSIDER TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF WCR 49.5 BETWEEN WCR 58 AND U.S. HIGHWAY 34:
Mr.Sievers stated standard closure signs will be placed and the detour roads are all paved. Commissioner
Garcia moved to approve said temporary closure. Commissioner Rademacher seconded the motion,
which carried unanimously.
CONSIDER TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF WCR 37 BETWEEN WCR 84 AND STATE HIGHWAY 14:
Mr. Sievers stated this closure is for ten days for a culvert replacement, and is located northeast of the
Town of Ault. He stated staff anticipates using water or chemicals to control the dust. Commissioner
Rademacher moved to approve said temporary closure. Seconded by Commissioner Garcia, the motion
carried unanimously.
CONSIDER AGREEMENT CONCERNING PURCHASE OF RIGHT-OF-WAY FOR CERTAIN
IMPROVEMENTS TO WCRS 3AND 1.5 AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN NECESSARY DOCUMENTS
- DENNY AND KAREN NIELSON: Mr. Sievers stated this is the ninth parcel of approximately 19 acquired
for the Weld County Roads 3 and 1.5 Project. He stated this parcel is located on the west side of Weld
County Road 3, and north of Weld County Road 1.5. He stated the department is acquiring .143 acres
of right-of-way for$5,732.00, at a rate based on the appraisal report prepared by Messing Bowes, and the
owner will be reimbursed $2,730.00 for the compensation of the removal of trees and a fence.
Commissioner Jerke moved to approve said agreement and authorize the Chair to sign necessary
documents. Seconded by Commissioner Garcia, the motion carried unanimously.
RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES: The resolutions were presented and signed as listed on the consent
agenda. No Ordinances were approved.
Minutes, April 23, 2007 2007-1156
Page 3 BC0016
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.
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
WELD�UNTY, COLORADO
ATTEST: �,t\\ �°ft %<co c1n ) Co4,^
�� .a1 David E. Long, Chair
Weld County Clerk to the Boa . ism * •BY: rLtft
r William . J ke, o�fem
Dep Clerk . the Board � �� � � (-
William F. Garcia
EXCUSED
Robert D. Masden nn
Or 1 �Sl�
Douglas kadema er
Minutes, April 23, 2007 2007-1156
Page 4 BC0016
Hello