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MINUTES
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
WELD COUNTY, COLORADO
SEPTEMBER 11, 2002
TAPE #2002-29
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 11, 2002, 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 Glenn Vaad, Chair
Commissioner David E. Long, Pro-Tem
Commissioner M. J. Geile
Commissioner William H. Jerke
Commissioner Robert D. Masden
Also present:
County Attorney, Bruce T. Barker
Acting Clerk to the Board, Esther E. Gesick
Director of Finance and Administration, Donald D. Warden
MINUTES: Commissioner Long moved to approve the minutes of the Board of County Commissioners
meeting of September 9, 2002, as printed. Commissioner Masden seconded the motion, and it carried
unanimously.
ADDITIONS TO AGENDA: There were no additions to the agenda.
CONSENT AGENDA: Commissioner Masden moved to approve the consent agenda as printed.
Commissioner Long seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously.
PROCLAMATIONS:
MEMORIAL CELEBRATION - SEPTEMBER 11, 2002: Chair Vaad read the certificate proclaiming
September 11, 2002, as a Memorial Celebration to remember the victims of the September 11, 2001,
terrorist attacks, honor the heros, and thank the local rescue and military personnel. He stated this
proclamation will be presented by Commissioner Long at the memorial events taking place at the Island
Grove Regional Park this evening.
PRESENTATIONS:
2001 OFFICE ENVIRONMENT SAFETY AWARD - TREASURER'S OFFICE AND DEPARTMENT OF
PLANNING SERVICES: Chair Vaad read the certificate recognizing the Treasurer's Office and the
Department of Planning Services for the prevention of occupational injuries. He stated office injuries
account for a significant amount of insurance costs for Weld County, and he commended these offices for
reducing injuries while increasing the number of staff. Don Mueller, Treasurer, commended Ken Sigley,
Deputy Treasurer,for his efforts in recognizing the need for correct ergonomic-use of office furniture,which
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has been a benefit for his staff. Kim Ogle, Department of Planning Services, was present to accept the
award on behalf of the Department of Planning Services. Chair Vaad also commended the Safety and
Wellness Committee, which monitors the safety records and seatbelt use, as well as sponsoring various
fitness programs for Weld County employees.
COMMISSIONER COORDINATOR REPORTS: There were no Commissioner Coordinator Reports.
PUBLIC INPUT: There was no public input.
WARRANTS: Donald Warden, Director of Finance and Administration, presented the following warrants
for approval by the Board:
All Funds $229,507.62
Commissioner Long moved to approve the warrants as presented by Mr. Warden. Commissioner Geile
seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.
BIDS:
PRESENT 2002 JANITORIAL BID - DEPARTMENT OF BUILDING AND GROUNDS: Mr. Warden
presented the nine bids received. Said bids will be considered for approval on Wednesday, September25,
2002.
NEW BUSINESS:
CONSIDER PETITION FOR ABATEMENT OR REFUND OF TAXES - SHILOH, INC., C/O JIM SCOTT:
Michael Sampson, Assessor's Office, stated staff was unaware that this parcel remained in agricultural
use, even though it is classified as open space, and he recommends approval. Commissioner Masden
moved to approve said petition as recommended by staff. Commissioner Geile seconded the motion,
which carried unanimously.
CONSIDER PETITION FOR ABATEMENT OR REFUND OF TAXES - PLUMB CONSTRUCTION, INC.:
Mr. Sampson stated this subdivision was not far enough along to be classified as a vacant land subdivision
because some of the area is still in agricultural use and he recommends approval. Commissioner Long
moved to approve said petition as recommended by staff. The motion was seconded by Commissioner
Jerke, and it carried unanimously.
CONSIDER GRANT APPLICATION FOR ALTERNATIVE FUELED VEHICLE PROGRAM: Claud Hanes,
Controller, stated Sheble McConnellogue, Clean Cities, notified him of the availability of grants which
provide funds to acquire replacement vehicles to increase the number of alternate fueled vehicles in the
Weld County fleet. He stated the application is requesting $131,000 to replace 25 vehicles, over the next
three years, with Hybrid or Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) vehicles. He stated the funds have been
requested in increments, with Hybrids costing $3,000 each, and CNG vehicles each costing $6,000. In
response to Commissioner Masden, Mr. Hanes stated the Hybrids use electric power and transfer to gas
while the battery charges, and the CNG vehicles use natural gas. Mr. Warden stated the Environmental
Protection Agency requires ten percent of the fleet to use alternative fuels. Responding to Chair Vaad,
Mr. Hanes stated Ms. McConnellogue will provide labels for the cars, and $5,000 of the funds will go to
Clean Cities for future promotions. In response to Commissioner Masden, Mr. Hanes stated based on the
limited history of these vehicles, it appears they require minimal maintenance, and various County
departments have volunteered to use the vehicles. Commissioner Long moved to approve said
application. Commissioner Jerke seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.
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CONSIDER REVISED FEES FOR DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENT AND
NURSING DIVISION: Mr. Warden stated based on a work session discussion with Dr. Mark Wallace,
Director of Weld County Department of Public Health and Environment, the laboratory fees will be
increased by five to ten percent, and Individual Sewage Disposal System (I.S.D.S.) permits will be
increased by eleven percent. Further, the vaccine travel clinic will be increased to recover the full cost of
vaccinations, and an additional birth control method will be added. Commissioner Long moved to approve
said revised fees. Commissioner Geile 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.
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