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Home My WebLink About20063524 RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS MINUTES BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WELD COUNTY, COLORADO DECEMBER 27, 2006 TAPE #2006-44 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, December 27, 2006, 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 M. J. Geile, Chair Commissioner David E. Long, Pro-Tem - EXCUSED Commissioner William H. Jerke Commissioner Robert D. Masden Commissioner Glenn Vaad Also present: County Attorney, Bruce T. Barker Acting Clerk to the Board, Elizabeth Strong Controller, Barb Connolly MINUTES: Commissioner Jerke moved to approve the minutes of the Board of County Commissioners meeting of December 20, 2006, as printed. Commissioner Masden seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. CERTIFICATION OF HEARINGS: Commissioner Vaad moved to approve the Certification of Hearings conducted on December 20, 2006, as follows: 1)USR#1565-TARH E and P Holdings, L.P., c/o William Crews, CPL;2)2ndAMUSR#1282-John Johnson,Go AGPROfessionals, LLC;and 3)3rdAMUSR#894- Kauffman Land Development, LLC,do Todd Hodges Design, LLC. Commissioner Masden 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 Masden moved to approve the consent agenda as printed. Commissioner Jerke seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. PRESENTATIONS: RECOGNITION OF SERVICES, SHERIFF'S OFFICE- WILLIAM HOOD: John Cooke, Sheriff, read the certificate into the record, recognizing William Hood for eleven years of service with the Sheriffs Office. Mr. Cooke stated Mr. Hood initially worked for the Sheriffs Department in the 1970's for several years,and later returned to the Department in 1995. He stated Mr. Hood will be sorely missed since he is a great investigator and willing to help out whenever needed. Mr. Hood thanked the Board and the Sheriffs Office 2006-3524 BC0016 for their recognition. Chair Geile thanked Mr. Hood and the Sheriffs Office for their outstanding performance. He wished the best to Mr. Hood, and expressed gratitude to those still serving at the Sheriff's Office. COMMISSIONER COORDINATOR REPORTS: Roy Rudisell, Office of Emergency Management, stated due to the major snowstorm, the Snow Desk was set up at the Department of Public Works, and the Emergency Operations Center was opened. He stated search and rescue efforts were not able to reach stranded individuals during the blizzard conditions; therefore, rescuers had to wait for the snowfall to cease. He further stated the National Guard assisted in rescues in the southern part of Weld County, particularly near Keenesburg,which relieved much of the County's burden. He stated there were at least five shelters opened in Weld County, which were mainly coordinated through the American Red Cross. In response to Chair Geile, Mr. Rudisell stated the shelters were located in Keenesburg, the County Southwest Services Building,the Platteville fire department,the GilcrestTown Hall,the Hudson Town Hall, and the Nunn Town Hall was available on standby. He stated he will provide a list of people who deserve recognition for their service to the Board, including the City Manager of Hudson. He stated the American Red Cross paid for food which was shipped to Keenesburg and the County Southwest Services Building. He stated there were long hours worked by the Department of Public Works and the Sheriff's Office; therefore, the Resolution for a Declaration of a Disaster Emergency is on the agenda for consideration in an effort to ultimately receive a Presidential Declaration for Disaster Emergency and receive funds to help cover the costs of the snow removal efforts. Chair Geile thanked Mr. Rudisell for his hard work during the aftermath of the snowstorm. Chair Geile stated this is his last Board meeting and thanked the Board for the chance to serve with them. He stated he received a compliment from a former Greeley newspaper publisher regarding how impressed he was the Board has been able to work together and not allow egos to be an obstacle for them in moving forward to the next issue. He further stated there are other Boards which are in constant conflict. He stated it has been a tremendous learning and skill enhancing experience for him. He wished Commissioner Vaad good luck with his new position as a State House Representative and offered him his support. Commissioner Vaad thanked the Department of Public Works, and the Greeley Tribune for covering the Department's efforts during the recent snowstorm, which was significant, it will not serve the public well financially to have massive amounts of equipment and staff on standby at all times. Commissioner Jerke expressed his appreciation to the Department of Public Works and the Colorado Department of Transportation. He thanked Mr. Persichino for the communication he provided via email. Commissioner Masden stated there are 3,200 miles of County maintained roads,which creates a difficult task when a storm of this magnitude hits. He expressed his appreciation to the Department of Public Works'dedication to the health,safety,and welfare of people of Weld County. He thanked Commissioners Vaad and Geile for the years served together, and stated this Board has been the best group to work with. Commissioner Jerke thanked Commissioners Vaad and Geile for their leadership through example. WARRANTS: Barb Connolly, Controller, presented the following warrants for approval by the Board: All Funds $564,156.38 Commissioner Vaad moved to approve the warrants as presented by Ms. Connolly. Commissioner Masden seconded the motion, which carried unanimously. BIDS: PRESENT BACKHOE BID - PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT: Ms. Connolly read the names of eight vendors who submitted a bid into the record. Said bid will be considered for approval on January 10,2007. Minutes, December 27, 2006 2006-3524 Page 2 BC0016 PRESENT ONE-TON DIESEL DUAL WHEELS WITH UTILITY BOX AND EXTENDED FRAME-PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT: Ms. Connolly read the names of four vendors who submitted a bid into the record. Said bid will be considered for approval on January 10, 2007. NEW BUSINESS: CONSIDER PURCHASE OF SERVICE AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN - NORTH RANGE BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Walt Speckman, Director of Human Services,stated this is the standard operating agreement to provide mental health services forfamilies participating in the Head Start Program. Commissioner Masden moved to approve said agreement and authorize the Chair to sign. Seconded by Commissioner Vaad, the motion carried unanimously. CONSIDER CORRECTIVE ACTION PLAN IN RESPONSE TO THE PRISM HEAD START REVIEW REPORT AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN: Mr. Speckman stated a review of the Migrant Head Start Program has been conducted, and the issues which were identified have been resolved. Commissioner Vaad moved to approve said action plan and authorize the Chair to sign. Seconded by Commissioner Masden, the motion carried unanimously. CONSIDER CERTIFICATION OF WEED ENFORCEMENT LIEN-VERA GLENDENNING: Tina Booton, Department of Public Works, stated assessments were performed during the summer, in accordance with the Weld County Code. In response to Commissioner Jerke, Ms. Booton stated Western Equipment and Truck is located within the City of Milliken and south of Weld County Road 54. Bruce Barker, County Attorney, stated proper notification was given to representatives of each of the named individuals on this and the following weed enforcement liens. No representatives of Vera Glendenning were present. Commissioner Jerke moved to approve said certification. Seconded by Commissioner Vaad, the motion carried unanimously. CONSIDER CERTIFICATION OF WEED ENFORCEMENT LIEN - FRANK RAMOS: No representatives of Frank Ramos were present. Commissioner Vaad moved to approve said certification. Seconded by Commissioner Masden, the motion carried unanimously. CONSIDER CERTIFICATION OF WEED ENFORCEMENT LIEN-WESTERN EQUIPMENTAND TRUCK: No representatives of Western Equipment and Truck were present. Commissioner Jerke moved to approve said certification. Seconded by Commissioner Masden, the motion carried unanimously. CONSIDER DECLARATION OF DISASTER EMERGENCY AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN ANY NECESSARY DOCUMENTS: In response to Chair Geile, Mr. Rudisell stated this is for the State and Presidential Declarations of a Disaster Emergency which was discussed earlier and will allow the County access to FEMA funds, which will be used towards the cost for snow and debris removal, and perhaps recovering some search and rescue costs. In response to Chair Geile, Pat Persichino, Director of Public Works, stated there has been $384,000.00 expended to handle the storm by the Department of Public Works. Mr. Rudisell stated the Sheriff's Office has expended approximately$7,000.00 in overtime costs for deputies; however, the figure does not include food or command staff costs. In response to Commissioner Vaad,Mr.Persichino stated every dollarwas spent on the event versus normal road grading which ceased; therefore, there should not be a need to separate standard costs from those related specifically to the storm. Mr. Rudisell stated he will research the answerto Commissioner Vaad's question. Mr. Persichino stated the Department used the rates established by FEMA; however, he will provide a net figure if it is determined that is what is required. Mr. Rudisell stated the Department of Public Works did a great job during the storm. Commissioner Masden moved to approve said declaration and authorize the Chair to sign any necessary documents. Seconded by Commissioner Jerke, the motion carried unanimously. Minutes, December 27, 2006 2006-3524 Page 3 BC0016 CONSIDER AMENDMENT TO ESCROW/TOLLING AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN: Mr. Barker stated the agreement with the Town of Erie was modified recently to state landfill fees will be collected by Erie. He stated the five percent which was to be collected by the County will be collected by the Town of Erie, and the Town will reimburse the County for services. In response to Commissioner Jerke, Mr. Barker stated there is one County road which may be utilized; however, the Town of Erie is processing its annexation, which is the reason he and Don Warden, Director of Finance, recommend approval of the agreement. In response to Commissioner Jerke, Ms. Connolly stated the revenue reduction will not be significant as a result of the amendment. Commissioner Vaad stated in a previous discussion Mr. Warden explained the amount of lost revenue should be made up through anticipated additional revenue from other landfills. Commissioner Jerke moved to approve said amendment and authorize the Chair to sign. Seconded by Commissioner Vaad, the motion carried unanimously. CONSIDER APPOINTMENT OF DEPUTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN - MANUEL PELLICER: Commissioner Vaad moved to appoint Manuel Pellicer as a Deputy District Attorney and authorize the Chair to sign. Seconded by Commissioner Masden, the motion carried unanimously. CONSIDER REAPPOINTMENT TO UPSTATE COLORADO ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT BOARD: Commissioner Jerke moved to reappoint Bruce White to the Upstate Colorado Economic Development Board, with a term to expire December 31, 2009. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Masden, and it carried unanimously. CONSIDER APPOINTMENTS TO BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT: Commissioner Vaad moved to appoint Thomas Honn to the Board of Adjustment, with a term to expire July 31, 2009; to reappoint Anita Owens to said board, with a term to expire July 31, 2009; and to reassign Tony Evans to said board, with a term to expire July 31, 2007. Commissioner Jerke seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. FINAL READING OF ORDINANCE #2006-10, IN THE MATTER OF REPEALING AND REENACTING, WITH AMENDMENTS, CHAPTER 5 APPENDICES, OF THE WELD COUNTY CODE: Commissioner Masden moved to read by title only. Seconded by Commissioner Vaad, the motion carried unanimously. Mr. Barker stated there have been no changes to the Ordinance since the second reading. He stated Mr. Warden discussed the increases in previous Board meetings. In response to Commissioner Jerke, Mr. Barker stated the State sets the amount of the fees in Appendix 5H, and the County may not adjust the fees. There was no public input. Commissioner Vaad moved to approve Ordinance#2006-10 on final reading. Seconded by Commissioner Masden, the motion carried three to one,with Commissioner Jerke in opposition. RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES: The resolutions were presented and signed as listed on the consent agenda. Ordinance#2006-10 was approved on final reading. Let the minutes reflect that the above and foregoing actions were attested to and respectfully submitted by the Acting Clerk to the Board. Minutes, December 27, 2006 2006-3524 Page 4 BC0016 There being no further business, this meeting was adjourned at 9:45 a.m. BOARD OF UNTY COMMISSIONERS pp WELD CO TY, COLORADO ATTEST: q n ' Eza � M. J. Gene, Cfiair Weld County Clerk to the Bo N € P:P11 EXCUSED David E. Long, Pro-Tem BY: -"e ,e , Deputy CI rk to the Board '--1—Z7 /i- .- W 'am H. Jerke Robert .,Mastlen #Sizeaf 7.1-440S Glenn Vaad ___. _ - Due to a turnover in board members and lacking a quorum of those present at said meeting, I have affixed the signatures of past board members to these minutes. I hereby certify that this is a true and correct account of the business at said meeting. /-1, V707-7, Elizabeth A. Strong Deputy Clerk to the Board Minutes, December 27, 2006 2006-3524 Page 5 BC0016 Hello