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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
WELD COUNTY, COLORADO
SEPTEMBER 28, 2005
TAPE #2005-35
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 28, 2005, 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 William H. Jerke, Chair
Commissioner M. J. Geile, Pro-Tern
Commissioner David E. Long
Commissioner Robert D. Masden
Commissioner Glenn Vaad
Also present:
County Attorney, Bruce T. Barker
Acting Clerk to the Board, Jenny VanEgdom
Director of Finance and Administration, Donald D. Warden
MINUTES: Commissioner Masden moved to approve the minutes of the Board of County Commissioners
meeting of September 26, 2005, as printed. Commissioner Long seconded the motion, and it carried
unanimously.
AMENDMENTS TO AGENDA: Chair Jerke added Item of New Business#5, Consider Proposed Scope
for Work for Mixed Use Development Plan Update.
PUBLIC INPUT: No public input was given.
CONSENT AGENDA: Commissioner Vaad moved to approve the consent agenda as printed.
Commissioner Geile seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously.
PRESENTATIONS:
RECOGNITION OF SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES- DELORES BURTON: Chair
Jerke read the certificate into the record, recognizing Delores Burton for eight years of service with the
Department of Social Services. Judy Griego, Director of Social Services, stated Ms. Burton has had a
distinguished career in Social Services in both Larimer and Weld Counties, and has built a trusting
relationship with many foster parents. Upon receiving her award, Ms. Burton stated it has been a privilege
and an honor to work with dedicated individuals at the Department of Social Services. Commissioners
Geile and Vaad expressed their thanks to Ms. Burton for her service and excellent performance. Chair
Jerke stated his appreciation for Ms. Burton's efforts to help people move their lives forward.
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COMMISSIONER COORDINATOR REPORTS: There were no Commissioner Coordinator Reports.
WARRANTS: Donald Warden, Director of Finance and Administration, presented the following warrants
for approval by the Board:
All Funds $423,571.90
Electronic Transfers -All Funds $2,907,322.73
Commissioner Long moved to approve the warrants as presented by Mr.Warden. Commissioner Geile
seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.
BIDS:
PRESENT BIDS: Mr. Warden stated there were no bids to present.
OLD BUSINESS:
CONSIDER ADDENDUM TO AGREEMENT FOR THE CONVEYANCE OF CERTAIN PROPERTY FROM
THE TOWN OF NEW RAYMER AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN (CONT. FROM 8/31/05): Bruce
Barker, County Attorney, stated this matter has been listed on the agenda twice, and he is waiting for a
report to be submitted from Verizon Wireless, regarding interference with the County's 911 tower.
Mr. Barker suggested continuing the matter indefinitely,and refer back to the County Attorney's Office until
Verizon has submitted the required report. Commissioner Long moved to continue said matter indefinitely
and refer back to the County Attorney's Office. Seconded by Commissioner Vaad, the motion carried
unanimously.
NEW BUSINESS:
CONSIDER TASK ORDER OPTION TO RENEW LETTER#2 FOR WEST NILE VIRUS AND AUTHORIZE
CHAIR TO SIGN: Dr. Mark Wallace, Director of Department of Public Health and Environment,stated the
task order was requested by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment to align this
contract, and future contracts, to follow calendar year schedules. He stated the task order value will be
amended by approximately 50 percent from the earlier version,for a total amount of$26,434.00, payable
for the time period of June 30,2005,through December 31,2005. Responding to ChairJerke, Dr.Wallace
stated the funding comes from the Centers for Disease Control, passed through the State, and the funds
are specifically designated for laboratory testing. Further responding to Chair Jerke, Dr. Wallace stated
General Fund monies are still used for the educational side of the West Nile Prevention program.
Commissioner Vaad moved to approve said task order and authorize the Chair to sign. Seconded by
Commissioner Masden, the motion carried unanimously.
CONSIDER TASK ORDER FOR BIOTERRORISM PUBLIC HEALTH PREPAREDNESS PROGRAM AND
AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN: Dr. Wallace stated upon approval of the task order, the Colorado
Department of Public Health and Environment will award renewal funding in the amount of$275,761.00,
pass-through funds from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, to provide public health
preparedness and response to bioterrorism incidents, outbreaks of infectious disease, and other public
health threats and emergencies. He further stated the time period for the funding is September 1, 2005,
through August 31, 2006. Dr. Wallace stated the amount of funding is a four percent reduction from the
previous year, and all agencies are receiving a reduction of funds as the programs are in maintenance
mode rather than program-building mode. Commissioner Vaad moved to approve said task order and
authorize the Chair to sign. Seconded by Commissioner Long, the motion carried unanimously.
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CONSIDER VETERANS SERVICE OFFICER'S MONTHLY REPORTS AND CERTIFICATIONS OF PAY
AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN - FEBRUARY 2005 THROUGH AUGUST 2005: Mr. Warden stated
under State statute, the reports are required to be filed in order to receive reimbursement funds of
$2,400.00. Commissioner Long moved to approve said reports and certifications of pay and authorize the
Chair to sign. Seconded by Commissioner Masden, the motion carried unanimously.
CONSIDER CONSENT TO THE ENFORCEMENT BY THE EATON FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT OF
THE 2003 INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE, WITH AMENDMENTS, WITHIN THE DISTRICT'S
UNINCORPORATED PORTIONS OF WELD COUNTY: Mr. Barker stated consents have been done in the
past with other districts, and by State statute,the Board consents to the enforcement of the fire code that
is adopted by the District, and the portions of the District that are located in unincorporated Weld County.
He stated the Eaton Fire Protection District adopted the International Fire Code,with amendments,and the
amendments take care of the concerns previously raised with other districts. Mr. Barker stated the District
can enter into enforcement agreements, so that if it is not possible to comply with portions of the Code,
there will be enforcement which will take special circumstances into account. He further stated there is a
stated process for notice of violations, the process for a hearing, and the appeal process, should
compliance be necessary. He further stated there are exceptions that may be made for lack of fireflow,and
the District may enter into written agreements for accommodation. Mr. Barker stated the accommodations
have been adopted by the District and the Town of Eaton. Hugh Kane, Eaton Fire Protection District Fire
Chief, stated he recently has taken over the Fire Chief duties,and the consent is in order. Commissioner
Geile moved to approve said consent. The motion,which was seconded by Commissioner Long,carried
unanimously.
CONSIDER PROPOSED SCOPE FOR WORK FOR MIXED USE DEVELOPMENT PLAN UPDATE:
Michelle Martin, Department of Planning Services, stated the bid was originally sent out in February, and
only one proposal was received which was non-responsive to the original request. She stated Planning
staff has been working with Carter and Burgess, Inc.,on negotiating a proposal;however,in the meantime,
staff is seeking approval of the updated proposal. Ms. Martin stated the work plan covers four phases:A)
Discovery Phase, B) Vision, C) Framework Plan, and D) Implementation Recommendations; and the
proposal leaves room for public involvement, including five open-houses, focus groups, and a technical
committee. She further stated the study also focuses on community service,social and cultural amenities,
transportation systems,utility systems,open space,agricultural lands,financial responsibility, regulatory
standards concerning development, and the proposal is required to be completed by August, 2006. She
stated Carter and Burgess, Inc.,will help staff walk through the adoption phase after the proposal is deemed
complete. Ms. Martin stated the total cost for the study will be$498,011.00. Responding to Chair Jerke,
Ms. Martin stated changes were made in Phase C,Framework Plans,and the Board instructed staff to work
with Carter and Burgess, Inc.,so that the Framework Plans would focus more on, and be reflective of,the
visioning that happened in Phase B(Vision). She further stated the former Framework Plans A, B, and C,
will now reflect what is happening in the visioning stage,and not necessarily the minimum,maximum,and
preferred. Mr.Warden stated the proposed changes include the changes requested at the work session.
Commissioner Geile questioned how proposals for development and will be handled and whether the
developments are coming forth at their own risk. He further stated a work session regarding these issues
needs to be scheduled, as direction will need to be given to the future developers. In response to
Commissioner Vaad, Ms. Martin stated Carter and Burgess will be looking at current development and
analyzing the process. She further stated the applications,which are currently being processed,will have
an outcome before the Plan is complete, and they will continue to analyze as development occurs.
Commissioner Vaad stated developers could put themselves at risk at their own choice,or place their plans
for development on hold. Commissioner Masden stated previous discussion included the phasing-in of
developments, and the Board needs to finalize and put closure on the thoughts and ideas for plans, and
requirements regarding growth. Commissioner Long stated he would like to have discussion regarding the
impact of the developments in the future, and feels that another discussion and/or workshop is needed.
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Chair Jerke stated he believes there to be serious notification issues involved, and there is a need to
discuss the issue. He further stated an invitation should be extended to the property owners in the affected
area, as they need to be able to voice their input in the discussion. Responding to Chair Jerke, Ms. Martin
stated all the changes were deletions, and no new language was added. Commissioner Geile moved to
approve said proposed scope for work. The motion,which was seconded by Commissioner Vaad,carried
unanimously. Mr.Warden stated an agreement for the professional services will follow,and it will be placed
on a future Consent Agenda. Chair Jerke stated a work session will be scheduled,and should take place
at the Southwest Building as recommended by Commissioner Vaad.
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 9:40 a.m.
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