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Home My WebLink About20043318.tiff RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS MINUTES BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WELD COUNTY, COLORADO NOVEMBER 17, 2004 TAPE #2004-52 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, November 17, 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 Also present: County Attorney, Bruce T. Barker Acting Clerk to the Board, Debra S. 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 November 15, 2004, as printed. Commissioner Long 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 Long seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. COMMISSIONER COORDINATOR REPORTS: Chair Masden reported the County Council Meeting results of November 16, 2004 regarding a requested increase in the revenue cap. He stated, after an excellent presentation by Weld County staff,the County Council approved the requested increase by a four to one vote. Chair Masden reported on the results of the Energy and Mineral Impact Committee Meeting held in Pueblo, Colorado, stating a grant was approved for the Weld County Southwest Building in Fort Lupton. 2004-3318 BC0016 /a-o7-os7 WARRANTS: Donald Warden, Director of Finance and Administration, presented the following warrants for approval by the Board: All Funds $329,253.99 Electronic Transfers -All Funds $2,223.14 Commissioner Long moved to approve the warrants as presented by Mr. Warden. Commissioner Jerke seconded the motion, which carried unanimously. BIDS: PRESENT BIDS: Mr. Warden stated there were no bids to present. APPROVE BRIDGE 27/58A - SHEEP'S DRAW PROJECT BID - PUBLIC WORKS: Keith Meyer, Department of Public Works,stated the low bidder was Hamon Contractors, Inc., with a bid of$937,991.51. Mr. Meyer stated, because the project is Federally funded, Hamon Contractors, Inc., had to be qualified through Disadvantaged Business Enterprise requirement goals. Mr.Warden stated Weld County will hold the purchase order until the official award by Colorado Department of Transportation. Commissioner Vaad moved to approve said bid. Seconded by Commissioner Long, the motion carried unanimously. NEW BUSINESS: CONSIDER AGREEMENT CONCERNING PURCHASE OF RIGHT-OF-WAY FOR CERTAIN IMPROVEMENTS TO WELD COUNTY ROAD 13 AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN -YONGGE AND SHOUA VUE: Mr. Meyer stated the total cost of acquistion is $13,000. Commissioner Jerke moved to approve said agreement. Seconded by Commissioner Long, the motion carried unanimously. CONSIDER CONSENT TO THE ENFORCEMENT BY THE WINDSOR-SEVERANCE FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT OF THE 2003 INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE,WITH AMENDMENTS,WITHIN THE DISTRICT'S UNINCORPORATED PORTIONS OF WELD COUNTY: Mike Davis, Windsor-Fire Protection District, reviewed the due diligence the Fire District has gone through in presenting the 2003 International Fire Code (Code)to all concerned parties. He stated the Town of Windsor approved the adoption of the Code, the Town of Severance is reviewing the Code, Larimer County has placed the matter on IT'S agenda, and the affected water providers have received information. He explained some of the challenges North Weld County Water District is facing regarding their water system, and how those challenges could affect developers and homeowners. Responding to Chair Masden, Mr. Davis stated there are minimum standards in all codes; however, common sense, interpretation and intent need to be incorporated when enforcing the codes. CommissionerJerke questioned whether homeowners expect or are concerned about fire service. He perceived that people are most interested in open views, land, and living in the country,but not necessarily in a fire service amenity. He explained all homes must be built to the best of standards and codes; however, the cost of individual sprinkler systems or improving water requirements for fire flow, is not something homeowners are willing to pay. He summarized by stating Windsor-Severance Fire District has to be more flexible with developers and those wanting to add value to the community with respect to economic development. Commissioner Long stated constituents and developers in his district have expressed concerns regarding the rising costs associated with new home construction, and within those costs would be the mandatory installation of fire protection systems. He stated he appreciated the comments from Captain Davis concerning common sense; however, both common sense and flexibility need to be practically applied by the Fire District. Commissioner Geile stated that when fire officials come to him with directives, a lot of variables need to be considered. He explained the main concern needs to be the health, safety and welfare of the community, and he feels compelled to support the enforcement of the Code. Commissioner Vaad stated because of the tremendous growth experienced within the area, there needs to be a standard for the entire community regarding fire protection. Chair Masden stated a fire Minutes, November 17, 2004 2004-3318 Page 2 BC0016 code is needed; however, conversations with builders and residents lead him to believe the fire standard is too stringent. He addressed the North Weld County Water District problems, stating that as the community grows to the north, newwater lines will be laid and the problem will be alleviated. Captain Davis addressed some of the concerns of the Commissioners,and stated the Fire District will continue to enforce the 1997 Fire Code within unincorporated Weld County;however,there will continue to be conflicts with any future industrial facilities that are built underthe 2003 International Building Code and enforced by the 1997 Fire Code. Commissioner Geile moved to approve said consent and Commissioner Vaad seconded the motion. Upon roll call, the motion was denied three votes to two,with Commissioners Geile and Vaad in favor of the motion. CONSIDER APPOINTMENT AND REAPPOINTMENTS TO EXTENSION ADVISORY COUNCIL: Commissioner Vaad moved to approve the appointment of Bill Hedberg, Richard Rowe and Sandra Lamontagne and reappointment Kent Lynch to said board. Seconded by Commissioner Long,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 9:50 a.m. BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS W D COU TY, COLORADO Ti / ��' '�J 0 if et' Robert D. Masden, Chair Weld Cou9 er o the Board William H. rke, Pro-Tem =" erk o the Board eile David E. Long Glenn Vaad Minutes, November 17, 2004 2004-3318 Page 3 BC0016 Hello