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Home My WebLink About20042161.tiff RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS MINUTES BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WELD COUNTY, COLORADO JULY 26, 2004 TAPE #2004-31 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, July 26, 2004, 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 Robert D. Masden, Chair Commissioner William H. Jerke, Pro-Tem Commissioner M. J. Geile Commissioner David E. Long Commissioner Glenn Vaad - EXCUSED Also present: County Attorney, Bruce T. Barker Acting Clerk to the Board, Debra Miller Director of Finance and Administration, Donald D. Warden MINUTES: Commissioner Jerke moved to approve the minutes of the Board of County Commissioners meeting of July 21,2004,as printed. Commissioner Long seconded the motion,and it carried unanimously. CERTIFICATION OF HEARINGS: Commissioner Geile moved to approve the Certification of Hearings conducted on July 21, 2004, as follows: 1) USR#1477, David and Darlene Rothrock, Go Todd Hodges Design, LLC; and 2) PUD, PF #613, Cattail Creek Group, LLC, do George DuBar, do Todd Hodges Design, LLC. Commissioner Long seconded the motion, which carried unanimously. AMENDMENTS TO AGENDA:Chair Masden added as New Business#9, "Consider E-Grant Application for Federal Assistance for Ameri-Corps Program". PUBLIC INPUT: No public input was given. CONSENT AGENDA: Commissioner Geile moved to approve the consent agenda as printed. Commissioner Long seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. COMMISSIONER COORDINATOR REPORTS: There were no Commissioner Coordinator Reports. 2004-2161 BC0016 ar-a -cy WARRANTS: Donald Warden, Director of Finance and Administration, presented the following warrants for approval by the Board: All Funds $904,289.81 Commissioner Geile moved to approve the warrants as presented by Mr. Warden. Commissioner Jerke seconded the motion, which carried unanimously. BIDS: PRESENT AND APPROVE MODULAR WALLS FOR FOOD BANK- DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE: Mr. Warden asked for emergency approval of this bid as this is part of the Community Development Block Grant for the Food Bank. He listed the two bidders,with the low bidder being Landmark Builders of Greeley, with a material bid of$140,000, Option#1 for electrical of$11,300, and a labor cost of $19,600. The bid is under the$175,000 grant amount and Mr.Warden recommended approval on an emergency basis, to allow the project to be completed within the grant deadline. Commissioner Jerke moved to approve said amendment and authorize the Chair to sign. Second by Commissioner Geile, the motion carried unanimously. NEW BUSINESS: CONSIDER APPLICATION UPDATE FOR TRANSPORTATION GRANT FOR SECTIONS 5310 AND 5311 AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN: Walt Speckman, Director of Human Services, stated this is Federal transportation funding from the Colorado Department of Transportation. He stated this is the second year of a three-year cycle. Commissioner Long moved to approve said application update and authorize the Chair to sign. Seconded by Commissioner Geile, the motion carried unanimously. CONSIDER TONY GRAMPSAS YOUTH SERVICES PROGRAM GRANT AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN: Mr. Speckman stated this is an ongoing grant for the Youth Workforce Skill Development Project. He stated the County works with dropouts,expelled youth and youth on waiting lists for alternative schools, and this program involves working with individuals to get them through high school, obtain GED, a job, or a combination of these events. Commissioner Geile moved to approve said application and authorize the Chair to sign. Seconded by Commissioner Long, the motion carried unanimously. CONSIDER RESOLUTION RE: ACCEPT PERMANENT EASEMENT FOR 83RD AVENUE - PUBLIC SERVICE COMPANY OF COLORADO: Frank Hempen, Director of Public Works, stated this is the final easement on the Federal bridge replacement project for Weld County Road 27, or 83rd Avenue. He stated the agreement is with Excel and the cost of acquiring a permanent easement is $3,262. The price was based upon an evaluation performed by Foster Valuation Company and Mr. Hempen recommended approval. Commissioner Long moved to approve said easement and authorize the Chair to sign. Seconded by Commissioner Jerke, the motion carried unanimously. CONSIDER ENTRY UPON VARIOUS LANDS BY WELD COUNTY VEGETATION MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST: Mr. Hempen stated this approval is requested for the routine enforcement of weeds. Commissioner Geile moved to approve the entry. The motion, which was seconded by Commissioner Long, carried unanimously. CONSIDER RESOLUTION RE: ESTABLISH PRECINCTS AND POLLING PLACES FOR 2004 PRIMARY ELECTION: Bruce Barker, County Attorney,explained that this is the standard request from the Clerk and Recorder's Office to establish the precincts and polling places for the 2004 primary election and he recommended approval. Commissioner Geile moved to approve the resolution. The motion,which was seconded by Commissioner Long, carried unanimously. Minutes, July 26, 2004 2004-2161 Page 2 BC0016 CONSIDER RENEWAL OF TAVERN LIQUOR LICENSE AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN-BUSY, INC., DBA BORDERLINE GALLEY& COFFEEHOUSE: Bruce Barker, County Attorney, stated the Sheriff's Office indicated no concerns with this application, therefore, he recommends approval. Commissioner Jerke moved to approve said renewal and authorize the Chair to sign. Seconded by Commissioner Long, the motion carried unanimously. CONSIDER APPOINTMENT OF DEPUTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY-ROBERT JAMES: Mr.Warden stated this is an administrative act for the appointment of each new Deputy District Attorney and the establishment of salary. Commissioner Jerke moved to approve said appointment and authorize the Chair to sign. Seconded by Commissioner Long, the motion carried unanimously. Long seconded. CONSIDER SECOND READING OF CODE ORDINANCE#2004-3, IN THE MATTER OF REPEALING AND REENACTING,WITH AMENDMENTS,CHAPTER 2 ADMINISTRATION,CHAPTER 5 REVENUE AND FINANCE, AND CHAPTER 12 LICENSES AND PERMITS, OF THE WELD COUNTY CODE: Commissioner Long moved to read by title only with Commissioner Geile seconding the motion. The motion carried unanimously. Mr. Barker read the title of Ordinance#2004-3. No public testimony was given. Commissioner Geile moved to approve Ordinance #2004-3 on second reading. Seconded by Commissioner Long, the motion carried unanimously. Commissioner Jerke requested a Work Session to discuss the pre-advertising fee prior to final reading. CONSIDER SECOND READING OF CODE ORDINANCE #2004-4, IN THE MATTER OF ADDING CHAPTER 10 SOCIAL SERVICES,TO THE WELD COUNTY CODE: Commissioner Long moved to read by title only with Commissioner Geile seconding the motion. The motion carried unanimously. Mr. Barker stated this is the addition of the Child Protection Citizen Review Panel procedures and conflict resolution process to the Weld County Code. No public comment was given.CommissionerJerke moved to approve Ordinance #2004-4 on second reading. Seconded by Commissioner Geile, the motion carried unanimously. CONSIDER E-GRANT APPLICATION FOR FEDERAL ASSISTANCE FOR AMERICORPS PROGRAM: Mr.Warden stated the Federal government allows only electronic submittal and this is the annual Americorp grant for$244,783. He stated it is the same program the County has had in place for several years, but the amount is slightly higher. Mr. Warden recommended approval. Commissioner Geile moved to approve the application. Seconded by Commissioner Long, the motion carried unanimously. PLANNING: CONSIDER AMENDED RECORDED EXEMPTION #3522 - RONALD GRAHAM AND MARY MUMBY- GRAHAM: Sheri Lockman, Department of Planning Services, stated the purpose of the amendment is to move the lot line. She stated the property owner is abandoning the structure as a residential use and staff is recommending approval. Responding to Commissioner Jerke, Ms. Lockman clarified the structure and location. She stated a building inspector will return to the site to confirm that the structure has been abandoned. Ron Graham,applicant testified that the structure that was in question has been abandoned, and he requested a letter from the County stating that this lot will now be suitable for a single family residence. Mr. Barker stated a letter can be given stating this is a legal lot, which by definition allows a single family dwelling. Mr. Graham agreed to the Conditions of Approval. Commissioner Long moved to approve the amended Recorded Exemption. Seconded by Commissioner Jerke, the motion carried unanimously. CONSIDER REQUEST FOR EXTENSION OF TIME FOR FINAL PLAT SUBMITTAL-MICHAEL SIEGRIST: Kim Ogle, Department of Planning Services, stated the applicant submitted a letter asking for a six-month extension of time for Final Plat submittal for the Riverdance Planned Unit Development and he recommended the extension. Responding to Commissioner Geile, Lee Morrison, Assistant County Minutes, July 26, 2004 2004-2161 Page 3 BC0016 Attorney, explained that a new owner would have no impact, since all approvals and decisions regarding land use matters stay with the property. Mr. Ogle added that the extension is effective immediately; however, it is an addition of six months to the three years in which the Final Plat must be filed. Commissioner Jerke moved to approve the request for extension of time. Seconded by Commissioner Long, the motion carried unanimously. CONSIDER IMPROVEMENTSAGREEMENTACCORDING TO POLICY REGARDING COLLATERAL FOR IMPROVEMENTS (PRIVATE ROAD MAINTENANCE), ACCEPT FORM OF COLLATERAL, AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN, FOR MINOR SUBDIVISION, MF#1001 -W. B. FARMS ESTATES, LLC: Ms. Lockman stated that Department of Planning Services and Public Works staff have reviewed the on-site improvements agreement for W.B. Farms and recommend approval in the amount of $163,616. Commissioner Long moved to approve the agreement. Seconded by Commissioner Geile, the motion carried unanimously. CONSIDER AGREEMENT FOR IMPROVEMENTS FOR WCR 80 ROAD STABILIZATION FOR DUST CONTROL, ACCEPT FORM OF COLLATERAL AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN FOR MINOR SUBDIVISION, MF#1001 -W. B. FARMS ESTATES, LLC: Ms. Lockman stated the Department of Public Works reviewed this agreement for$14,500 and recommended approval. Commissioner Geile moved to approve the agreement. Seconded by Commissioner Jerke, the motion carried unanimously. CONSIDER SECOND READING OF CODE ORDINANCE#2004-5, IN THE MATTER OF REPEALING AND REENACTING,WITH AMENDMENTS,CHAPTER 23 ZONING,AND CHAPTER 24 SUBDIVISIONS, OF THE WELD COUNTY CODE: Commissioner Geile moved to read by title only with Commissioner Long seconding the motion. It carried unanimously. Mr. Barker stated this change to the Code involves updates in the language to describe derelict vehicles, household pets, and the airport elevation. He stated the Greeley Weld County Airport map will be referenced, and there are several other minor changes. Commissioner Jerke requested clarification of the language concerning the Airport Master Plan, and Mr. Barker read the language he will include. Commissioner Geile moved to approve Ordinance#2004-5 on second reading with amendments and authorize the Chair to sign. Seconded by Commissioner Long,the motion carried unanimously. RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES: The resolutions were presented and signed as listed on the consent agenda. Ordinance #2004-3, #2004-4 and #2004-5 were approved on second 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, July 26, 2004 2004-2161 Page 4 BC0016 There being no further business, this meeting was adjourned at 9:50 a.m. BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS p , �I/�� WELD COUNTY, COLORADO / //G EXCUSED DATE OF APPROVAL Robert D. Masden, Chair irk to the Board v� � 1861 Sc William H. erke, Pro-Tem Q pµtt k to t e Board M. J. eile David E. Long EXCUSED Glenn Vaad Minutes, July 26, 2004 2004-2161 Page 5 BC0016 Hello