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MINUTES
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
WELD COUNTY, COLORADO
MARCH 24, 2004
TAPE #2004-12
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, March 24, 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-Tern
Commissioner M. J. Geile
Commissioner David E. Long
Commissioner Glenn Vaad
Also present:
County Attorney, Bruce T. Barker
Acting Clerk to the Board, Carol A. Harding
Director of Finance and Administration, Donald D. Warden
MINUTES: Commissioner Jerke moved to approve the minutes of the Board of County Commissioners
meeting of March 22, 2004, as printed. Commissioner Vaad seconded the motion, and it carried
unanimously.
AMENDMENTS TO AGENDA: There were no amendments to the agenda.
PUBLIC INPUT: No public input was given.
CONSENT AGENDA: Commissioner Vaad moved to approve the consent agenda as printed.
Commissioner Jerke seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously.
COMMISSIONER COORDINATOR REPORTS: Commissioner Vaad reported that he and Commissioner
Long attended a seminar on the statewide Methamphetamine problem. He said a reporter was present
from the Greeley Tribune,and several good ideas and suggestions were brought forth. Commissioner Vaad
stated his frustration in the lack of ability to do anything to directly affect the problem. He also stated
community awareness is integral to solving the problem.
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WARRANTS: Donald Warden, Director of Finance and Administration, presented the following warrants
for approval by the Board:
All Funds $77,256.25
Commissioner Jerke moved to approve the warrants as presented by Mr.Warden. Commissioner Vaad
seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.
BIDS:
PRESENT TRAFFIC SIGNAL(WCR7)BID-DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS: Mr.Warden read the
names of four vendors who submitted bids into the record. Said bid will be considered for approval on
April 7, 2004. Responding to Commissioner Geile, Mr. Warden stated a commitment has been made, in
the amount of$100,000 from other individuals. Commissioner Vaad requested a work session prior to
approval of the bid, to help understand the entire plan and who is involved in the project.
PRESENT TELEPHONE SYSTEM AND PAGING FOR WELD FOOD BANK BID - DEPARTMENT OF
FINANCE: Mr.Warden read the names of six vendors who submitted bids into the record. Said bid will be
considered for approval on April 7, 2004. Responding to Commissioner Jerke, Mr. Warden stated the
County is not paying the costs,it is only administering the Community Development Block Grant;however,
because of the administrative function,it is processed through the County purchasing policy. Mr.Warden
stated the freezer and cooler were purchased at a reduced rate,therefore,the state has allowed the food
bank to use the savings for other items. Mr. Warden stated only the modular systems remain to be
purchased, and he reiterated no County funds are involved.
PRESENT MOW-HERBICIDAL BID-DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS: Mr.Warden read the names
of seven vendors who submitted bids into the record. Said bid will be considered for approval on April 7,
2004.
PRESENT BUSES FOR TRANSPORTATION BY CDOT BID- DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES:
Mr. Warden read the names of three vendors who submitted bids into the record. Said bid will be
considered for approval on April 7, 2004.
APPROVE HOT IN PLACE RECYCLING BID (WCR 53) - DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS: Mr.
Warden stated staff has recommended approval of Cutler Repaving, Inc.,in the amount of 252,004,which
is below the budgeted amount. Responding to Commissioner Vaad, Frank Hempen,Jr., Director of Public
Works, stated this project is for five miles on both Weld County Roads 53 and 43. Commissioner Long
moved to approve said sole bid. The motion, which was seconded by Commissioner Vaad, carried
unanimously.
NEW BUSINESS:
CONSIDER APPLICATION FOR STATE TOBACCO EDUCATION AND PREVENTION PARTNERSHIP
COMMUNITY PROGRAMS GRANT AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN: Gaye Morrison, Department of
Public Health and Environment,stated this application for continuation of the tobacco cessation program
is in the amount of $152,844, for the term July 1, 2004, through June 30, 2005. Responding to
CommissionerJerke, Mr.Warden stated the amount is included in the budget;however,it is assuming the
Joint Budget Committee will approve the funds. Ms. Morrison stated the funding for the 2004/2005 fiscal
year is not in jeopardy, and the increase is a result of population growth. Responding to Commissioner
Vaad, Megen Martinez, Department of Public Health and Environment, stated each objective, including
cessation, attempts, and program attendance is measured. She also stated community ordinances
banning smoking does seem to increase participation by approximately 30 percent.
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Responding to Chair Masden, Ms. Martinez stated the college age group is being targeted with advertising
through peer education groups,and the University Health Center,therefore,there is a noticeable increase
in participation. Ms. Morrison pointed out staff is also required to target disparities in the community,so they
are also targeted for participation. Commissioner Vaad moved to approve said application and authorize
the Chair to sign. Seconded by Commissioner Jerke, the motion 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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