HomeMy WebLinkAbout20041167.tiff RESOLUTION
RE: APPROVE THREE CONSULTANT AGREEMENTS WITH VARIOUS PROVIDERS FOR
MIGRANT HEAD START PROGRAM AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN
WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners of Weld County, Colorado, pursuant to
Colorado statute and the Weld County Home Rule Charter, is vested with the authority of
administering the affairs of Weld County, Colorado, and
WHEREAS,the Board has been presented with three Consultant Agreements for the Migrant
Head Start Program between the County of Weld, State of Colorado, by and through the Board of
County Commissioners of Weld County,on behalf of the Department of Human Services, Family
Educational Network of Weld County, and various providers, as follows, with further terms and
conditions being as stated in said agreements:
1. Eileen Kaser, Occupational Therapist - March 31, through November 23, 2004
2. Gale Watkins,Speech/Language Therapist-March 31 through November23,2004
3. Patricia Lewis, Early Childhood Special Education Specialist - March 17 through
November 24, 2004
WHEREAS,after review,the Board deems it advisable to approve said agreements,copies
of which are attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference.
NOW,THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of Weld
County,Colorado,that three Consultant Agreements for the Migrant Head Start Program between
the County of Weld,State of Colorado,by and through the Board of County Commissioners of Weld
County, on behalf of the Department of Human Services, Family Educational Network of Weld
County, and the above listed providers be, and hereby are, approved.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED by the Board that the Chair be,and hereby is,authorized to
sign said agreements.
The above and foregoing Resolution was,on motion duly made and seconded,adopted by
the following vote on the 19th day of April, A.D., 2004, nunc pro tunc March 17, 2004.
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
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CONSULTANT AGREEMENT BETWEEN EILEEN KASER AND FAMILY
EDUCATIONAL NETWORK OF WELD COUNTY
THIS AGREEMENT, made and entered into this day of March, 2004, by and
between the County of Weld, State of Colorado, by and through the Board of County
Commissioners of Weld County, on behalf of the Weld County Division of Human Services'
Family Educational Network of Weld County, hereinafter referred to as "FENWC,"of Weld
County and Eileen Kaser, hereinafter referred to as "Consultant."
WITNESSETH
WHEREAS, FENWC will contract services of an Occupational Therapist for the
Migrant/Seasonal Head Start Program in Montrose County.
WHEREAS, Head Start Policies and Procedures regarding children with disabilities
and their families enrolled in the FENWC Migrant/Seasonal Head Start Program are based
on the Administration for Children and Families Performance Standards (45-CFR 1304,
1305, and 1308), in accordance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitative Act of 1973 and
IDEA.
WHEREAS, the purpose of this Agreement is to increase the level of early childhood
special education services for children enrolled in the Family Educational Network of Weld
County's' Migrant/Seasonal Head Start Program. The intent of this Agreement is to
coordinate and oversee Individual Education Plans (IEP's)/Individual Family Service Plans
(IFSP's), and collaboration between the above named, the families of children with
disabilities, and Local Education Agencies (LEA's).
NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the covenants, conditions, agreements, and
stipulations hereinafter expressed, the parties do hereby agree as follows:
1. Term:
The term of this Agreement between FENWC and Consultant shall be for the period
beginning March 31 through November 23, 2004.
2. Geographic Areas To Be Served:
Migrant Head Start services shall be provided to enrolled Migrant/Seasonal Head
Start children who are eligible in the Olathe area.
3. FENWC Responsibilities:
a. Provide health and developmental screenings for all eligible
Migrant/Seasonal Head Start children within 30 calendar days of enrollment.
b. Refer all children with suspected Special Needs to the consultant for referral
and evaluation, to determine whether there is a need for Special Education
and related services.
c. Share the responsibility for assisting the parents with paperwork.
d. Provide an inclusive or mainstream experience for children with disabilities
enrolled in the FENWC Migrant/Seasonal Head Start Program. Assure
children with disabilities are included in the full range of activities and
services normally provided to all Migrant/Seasonal Head Start children.
e. Provide reasonable accommodations/modifications necessary to meet the
special needs of children with disabilities (to include, but not limited to,
equipment, furniture, special assistants.)
f. Set up and maintain procedures in cooperation with school districts for the
transition of children and/or compile complete information the families can
carry with them to facilitate a continuum of care for their child.
g. Serve as a placement option for Migrant/Seasonal Head Start eligible
children (6 weeks to 5 years) with disabilities.
h. Assure that the FENWC Migrant/Seasonal Head Start parent is aware of the
referral, signs the appropriate permission for evaluation forms, and
understands the referral and evaluation process.
Maintain a link with community agencies to assure optimal use of available
resources and serves for families.
j. FENWC agrees to reimburse the Consultant $36.00 per hour, not to exceed
$4,550.00. Numbers of hours to be determined by the Olathe center director
in consultation with the Western Slope Area Director and FENWC Disabilities
and Mental Health Specialist on a weekly basis. Bills for services are to be
signed by the Regional Director and include the Contracted Provider
Tracking Sheet (example attached).
k. Monitor IEP's and children's progress monthly.
4. Consultant Responsibilities:
a. Ensure that parents understand their rights and responsibilities as parents of
a child with a disability.
2. Assist with the pre-referral and formal evaluation processes, which meet the
requirements of IDEA, during the Migrant/Seasonal season (March through
November). Referral, evaluation data findings and forms will be kept in the
child's file and a copy submitted to the Disabilities Services Coordinator to
verify process.
c. Provide ancillary consultant and/or remedial services to children with
disabilities enrolled in the FENWC Migrant/Seasonal Head Start as
determined necessary in the IEP/IFSP. The original IEP/IFSP will remain on
site in the child's file.
d. Provide occupational therapy programs as determined in the IEP/IFSP and
submit monthly report to the Disabilities Services Specialist for approval.
e. Maintain communication with FENWC Disabilities/Mental Health Specialist
as the evaluation and IEP/IFSP process is completed. Assist the family in
communication and support.
f. Provide training, as needed, to FENWC Migrant/Seasonal Head Start staff
and parents on working with children with disabilities in the classroom and
home.
g. The Consultant will bill FENWC by the 10th of the month for previous
month's charges. Bills will be sent to:
Weld County Division of Human Services
Attention: Terril Rector, Ph.D.
P.O. Box 1805
Greeley, Colorado 80632
5. Modification of Agreement:
All modifications to this Agreement shall be in writing and signed by both parties.
6. Assignment:
This Agreement shall be binding upon the parties hereto, their successors, heirs,
legal representatives, and assigns. Neither party may assign any of its
rights/obligations hereunder without the prior written consent of the other party.
7. Resolution of Disagreements:
If a problem/disagreement should occur, the FENWC Director should be notified
immediately. If the problem/disagreement still can not be resolved, it will be taken
to a higher authority in both agencies.
8. Applicable Law:
FENWC agrees to follow policies and procedure of the Consultant as construed in
accordance with the Colorado School Finance Act of 1988, regulations and other
applicable laws and regulations.
9. Termination:
This Agreement may be terminated at any time by either party giving thirty (30),
days written notice and is subject to the availability of funding.
10. Entire Agreement:
This Agreement constitutes the entire understanding between the parties with
respect to the subject matter hereof, and may not be changed or modified.
11. Waiver or Immunities/Third-Party Liability:
No portion of this Agreement shall be deemed to constitute a waiver of any
immunities the parties or their officers or employees may possess, nor shall any
position of this Agreement be deemed to have created a duty of care with respect to
any persons not a party to this Agreement.
12. Non-appropriation:
No portion of this Agreement shall be deemed to create an obligation on the part of
the Consultant, the County of Weld, State of Colorado, to expend funds not
otherwise appropriated in each succeeding year.
13. Severability:
If any section, subsection, paragraph, sentence, clause or phrase of the Agreement
is for any reason held or decided to be unconstitutional, such decision shall not
affect the validity of the remaining portions. The parties hereto declare that they
would have entered into this Agreement and each and every section, subsection,
paragraph, sentence, clause, and phrase thereof irrespective of the fact that any
one or more sections, subsections, paragraphs, sentences, clauses, or phrases
might be declared unconstitutional or invalid.
14. Assurances:
a. The Consultant agrees that it is an independent contractor and that its
officers, employees, and clients do not become employees of Weld County,
and therefore are not entitled to any employee benefits as Weld County
employees, as a result of the execution of this Agreement.
b. FENWC, the Weld County Board of Commissioners, its officers and
employees, shall not be held liable for injuries or damages caused by any
negligent acts or omissions of the Consultant, or its employees, while
performing this Agreement.
The Consultant, its officers, and employees, shall not be held liable for
injuries or damages caused by any negligent acts, or omissions of FENWC,
or its employees, while performing functions as described in this Agreement.
The Consultant shall provide adequate liability and worker's compensation
insurance for all of its employees, engaged in the performance of this
Agreement, as required by the Colorado Worker's Compensation Act.
Likewise, FENWC, by and through the Board of Weld County
Commissioners, shall provide adequate Liability and Worker's Compensation
Insurance for all employees of FENWC engaged in the performance of this
Agreement.
c. No officer, member, or employee of the Consultant and no member or their
governing bodies shall have any pecuniary interest, direct or indirect, in the
approved Agreement or the proceeds thereof.
d. Consultant understands that monitoring and evaluation of the performance of
this Agreement shall be conducted by the Weld County Division of Human
Services and the results provided to the Weld County Board of
Commissioners.
e. Consultant and FENWC assure compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights
Act of 1986, and that no person shall, on the grounds of race, creed, color,
sex, handicap, or nation origin be excluded from participation in, be denied
the benefits of, or be otherwise subjected to discrimination under the
approved Agreement
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereunto have caused this Agreement to be duly
executed as of the day and year first herein above set forth.
WELD COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS CONSULTANT
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Robert D. Masden, Chairperson APR 1 9 2004 Eileen Kaser, O.T.R.
WELD COUNTY DIVISION OF HUMAN SERVICES
eWalter S eckman, Executive Director
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Montrose, Colorado 81401
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CONSULTANT AGREEMENT BETWEEN GALE WATKINS AND FAMILY
EDUCATIONAL NETWORK OF WELD COUNTY
THIS AGREEMENT, made and entered into this day of March, 2004, by and
between the County of Weld, State of Colorado, by and through the Board of County
Commissioners of Weld County, on behalf of the Weld County Division of Human Services'
Family Educational Network of Weld County, hereinafter referred to as "FENWC,"of Weld
County and Gale Watkins, hereinafter referred to as "Consultant."
WITNESSETH
WHEREAS, FENWC will contract services of a Speech/Language Therapist for the
Migrant/Seasonal Head Start Program in the Olathe and Clifton Centers.
WHEREAS, Head Start Policies and Procedures regarding children with disabilities
and their families enrolled in the FENWC Migrant/Seasonal Head Start Program are based
on the Administration for Children and Families Performance Standards (45-CFR 1304,
1305, and 1308), in accordance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitative Act of 1973 and
IDEA.
WHEREAS, the purpose of this Agreement is to increase the level of
speech/language services for children enrolled in the Family Educational Network of Weld
County's' Migrant/Seasonal Head Start Program. The intent of this Agreement is to
coordinate and oversee Individual Education Plans (I EP's)/Individual Family Service Plans
(IFSP's), and collaboration between the above named, the families of children with
disabilities, and Local Education Agencies (LEA's).
NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the covenants, conditions, agreements, and
stipulations hereinafter expressed, the parties do hereby agree as follows:
1. Term:
The term of this Agreement between FENWC and Consultant shall be for the period
beginning March 31, 2004 through November 23, 2004
2. Geographic Areas To Be Served:
Migrant Head Start services shall be provided to enrolled Migrant/Seasonal Head
Start children who are eligible in Olathe
3. FENWC Responsibilities:
a. Provide health and developmental screenings for all eligible
Migrant/Seasonal Head Start children within two (2) weeks of enrollment.
b. Refer all children with suspected Special Needs to the consultant for referral
and evaluation, to determine whether there is a need for speech/language
services.
c. Share the responsibility for assisting the parents with paperwork.
d. Provide an inclusive or mainstream experience for children with disabilities
enrolled in the FENWC Migrant/Seasonal Head Start Program. Assure
children with disabilities are included in the full range of activities and
services normally provided to all Migrant/Seasonal Head Start children.
e. Provide reasonable accommodations/modifications necessary to meet the
special needs of children with disabilities (to include, but not limited to,
equipment, furniture, special assistants.)
f. Set up and maintain procedures in cooperation with school districts for the
transition of children and/or compile complete information the families can
carry with them to facilitate a continuum of care for their child.
g. Serve as a placement option for Migrant/Seasonal Head Start eligible
children (6 weeks to 5 years) with disabilities.
h. Assure that the FENWC Migrant/Seasonal Head Start parent is aware of the
referral, signs the appropriate permission for evaluation forms, and
understands the referral and evaluation process.
Maintain a link with community agencies to assure optimal use of available
resources and serves for families.
j. FENWC agrees to reimburse the Consultant$ 36.00 per hour not to exceed
$7,020.00. Numbers of hours to be determined by the Olathe center director
in consultation with the Western Slope Area Director and FENWC Disabilities
and Mental Health Specialist on a weekly basis. Bills for services are to be
signed by the Regional Director and include the Contracted Provider
Tracking Sheet (example attached).
k. Monitor IEP's and children's progress monthly.
4. Consultant Responsibilities:
a. Ensure that parents understand their rights and responsibilities as parents of
a child with a disability.
2. Provide pre-referral and formal evaluation which meet the requirements of
IDEA, during the Migrant season (March through November). Referral,
evaluation data findings and forms will be kept in the child's file and a copy
submitted to the Disabilities Services Coordinator to verify process.
c. Facilitate and supervise IEP's/IFSP's for appropriate documentation,
planning, placement, and follow through; provide ancillary consultant and/or
remedial services to children with disabilities enrolled in the FENWC
Migrant/Seasonal Head Start as determined necessary in the IEP/IFSP. The
original IEP/IFSP will remain on site and a copy will be submitted to the
Disabilities Services Specialist within five days.
d. Provide speech/language services as determined in the IEP/IFSP and submit
monthly report to the Disabilities Services Specialist for approval.
e. Maintain communication with the Part B & C/Child Find Coordinator as the
evaluation and IEP/IFSP process is completed. Assist the family in
communication and support. Submit monthly report to the Disabilities
Services Specialist for approval.
f. Provide training, as needed, to FENWC Migrant/Seasonal Head Start staff
and parents on working with children with disabilities in the classroom and
home.
g. The Consultant will bill FENWC by the 10th of the month for previous
month's charges. Bills will be sent to:
Weld County Division of Human Services
Attention: Terril Rector, Ph.D.
P.O. Box 1805
Greeley, Colorado 80632
1. Train and do audiological evaluations for/with the program nurse.
2. Provide training to parents and staff on the specialized process.
3. Assist with the referral and transition processes to local Head Start
Programs, School District Programs, and other programs for the 2003 school
year.
4. Train teacher in specific speech and language activities for classrooms.
5. Provide training on the ASQ screening tool for teachers and appropriate
staff.
5. Modification of Agreement:
All modifications to this Agreement shall be in writing and signed by both parties.
6. Assignment:
This Agreement shall be binding upon the parties hereto, their successors, heirs,
legal representatives, and assigns. Neither party may assign any of its
rights/obligations hereunder without the prior written consent of the other party.
7. Resolution of Disagreements:
If a problem/disagreement should occur, the FENWC Director and/or Site Manager
should be notified immediately. If the problem/disagreement still can not be
resolved, it will be taken to a higher authority in both agencies.
8. Applicable Law:
FENWC agrees to follow policies and procedure of the Consultant as construed in
accordance with the Colorado School Finance Act of 1988, regulations and other
applicable laws and regulations.
9. Termination:
This Agreement may be terminated at any time by either party giving thirty(30)days
written notice and is subject to the availability of funding.
10. Entire Agreement:
This Agreement constitutes the entire understanding between the parties with
respect to the subject matter hereof, and may not be changed or modified.
11. Waiver or Immunities/Third-Party Liability:
No portion of this Agreement shall be deemed to constitute a waiver of any
immunities the parties or their officers or employees may possess, nor shall any
position of this Agreement be deemed to have created a duty of care with respect to
any persons not a party to this Agreement.
12. Non-appropriation:
No portion of this Agreement shall be deemed to create an obligation on the part of
the Consultant, the County of Weld, State of Colorado, to expend funds not
otherwise appropriated in each succeeding year.
13. Severability:
If any section, subsection, paragraph, sentence, clause or phrase of the Agreement
is for any reason held or decided to be unconstitutional, such decision shall not
affect the validity of the remaining portions. The parties hereto declare that they
would have entered into this Agreement and each and every section, subsection,
paragraph, sentence, clause, and phrase thereof irrespective of the fact that any
one or more sections, subsections, paragraphs, sentences, clauses, or phrases
might be declared unconstitutional or invalid.
14. Assurances:
a. The Consultant agrees that it is an independent contractor and that its
officers, employees, and clients do not become employees of Weld County,
and therefore are not entitled to any employee benefits as Weld County
employees, as a result of the execution of this Agreement.
b. FENWC, the Weld County Board of Commissioners, its officers and
employees, shall not be held liable for injuries or damages caused by any
negligent acts or omissions of the Consultant, or its employees, while
performing this Agreement.
The Consultant, its officers, and employees, shall not be held liable for
injuries or damages caused by any negligent acts, or omissions of FENWC,
or its employees, while performing functions as described in this Agreement.
The Consultant shall provide adequate liability and worker's compensation
insurance for all of its employees, engaged in the performance of this
Agreement, as required by the Colorado Worker's Compensation Act.
Likewise, FENWC, by and through the Board of Weld County
Commissioners, shall provide adequate Liability and Worker's Compensation
Insurance for all employees of FENWC engaged in the performance of this
Agreement.
c. No officer, member, or employee of the Consultant and no member or their
governing bodies shall have any pecuniary interest, direct or indirect, in the
approved Agreement or the proceeds thereof.
d. Consultant understands that monitoring and evaluation of the performance of
this Agreement shall be conducted by the Weld County Division of Human
Services and the results provided to the Weld County Board of
Commissioners.
e. Consultant and FENWC assure compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights
Act of 1986, and that no person shall, on the grounds of race, creed, color,
sex, handicap, or nation origin be excluded from participation in, be denied
the benefits of, or be otherwise subjected to discrimination under the
approved Agreement.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereunto have caused this Agreement to be
duly executed as of the day and year first hereinabove set forth.
WELD COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS CONSULTANT
Robert D. Masden, Chairperson APR 1 9 2004 Gale Watkins, Consultant
WELD COUNTY DIVISION OF HUMAN SERVICES
W e , . ec cman xxee u we Director
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Contracted Provider Tracking Sheet
To be returned to Mental I lealth and Disabilities Specialist at
FENWC Head Start wish bill for services
MONTH
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Location:
Home/ HS IND. OR GROUP/ CD
CENTER/ Time Time Purpose Therapy, Observation, Training OTHERS IN GROUP SIGN
CHILD'S/GROUP NAME DATE Other Started Ended for Staff
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Regional Director Signature_
CONSULTANT AGREEMENT BETWEEN PATRICIA LEWIS AND FAMILY
EDUCATIONAL NETWORK OF WELD COUNTY
THIS AGREEMENT, made and entered into this '1 day of March, 2004, by and
between the County of Weld, State of Colorado, by and through the Board of County
Commissioners of Weld County, on behalf of the Weld County Division of Human Services'
Family Educational Network of Weld County, hereinafter referred to as "FENWC," of Weld
County and Patricia Lewis, hereinafter referred to as "Consultant."
WITNESSETH
WHEREAS, FENWC will contract services of an Early Childhood Special Education
Specialist for the Migrant/Seasonal Head Start Program in Grand Junction.
WHEREAS, Head Start Policies and Procedures regarding children with disabilities
and their families enrolled in the FENWC Migrant/Seasonal Head Start Program are based
on the Administration for Children and Families Performance Standards (45-CFR 1304,
1305, and 1308), in accordance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitative Act of 1973 and
IDEA.
WHEREAS, the purpose of this Agreement is to increase the level of early childhood
special education services for children enrolled in the Family Educational Network of Weld
County's' Migrant/Seasonal Head Start Program. The intent of this Agreement is to
coordinate and oversee Individual Education Plans (IEP's)/Individual Family Service Plans
(IFSP's), and collaboration between the above named, the families of children with
disabilities, and Local Education Agencies (LEA's).
NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the covenants, conditions, agreements, and
stipulations hereinafter expressed, the parties do hereby agree as follows:
1. Term:
The term of this Agreement between FENWC and Consultant shall be for the period
beginning March 17, 2004 through November 24, 2004.
2. Geographic Areas To Be Served:
Migrant/ Seasonal Head Start services shall be provided to enrolled Migrant Head
Start children who are eligible in Grand Junction.
3. FENWC Responsibilities:
a. Provide health and developmental screenings for all eligible Migrant/
Seasonal Head Start children within two (2) weeks of enrollment.
b. Refer all children with suspected disabilities to the consultant for referral and
evaluation, to determine whether there is a-need for Special Education and
related services.
c. Share the responsibility for assisting the parents with paperwork.
d. Provide an inclusive or mainstream experience for children with disabilities
enrolled in the FENWC Migrant/Seasonal Head Start Program. Assure
children with disabilities are included in the full range of activities and
services normally provided to all Migrant/Seasonal Head Start children.
e. Provide reasonable accommodations/modifications necessary to meet the
special needs of children with disabilities (to include, but not limited to,
equipment, furniture, special assistants.)
f. Set up and maintain procedures in cooperation with school districts for the
transition of children and/or compile complete information the families can
carry with them to facilitate a continuum of care for their child.
g. Serve as a placement option for Migrant/Seasonal Head Start eligible
children (6 weeks to 5 years) with disabilities.
h. Assure that the FENWC Migrant/Seasonal Head Start parent is aware of the
referral, signs the appropriate permission for evaluation forms, and
understands the referral and evaluation process.
Maintain a link with community agencies to assure optimal use of available
resources and services for families.
j. FENWC agrees to reimburse the Consultant $36.00 per hour. Numbers of
hours to be determined by the Grand Junction center director in consultation
with the Western Slope Area Director and FENWC Disabilities and Mental
Health Specialist on a weekly basis. Bills for services are to be signed by the
Regional Director and include the Contracted Provider Tracking Sheet
(example attached).
k. Monitor IEP's and children's progress monthly.
4. Consultant Responsibilities:
a. Ensure that parents understand their rights and responsibilities as parents of
a child with a disability.
b. Provide pre-referral and formal evaluation which meet the requirements of IDEA,
during the Migrant/Seasonal season (March - November). Referral, evaluation
data findings and forms will be kept in the child's file and a copy submitted to the
Disabilities Services Coordinator to verify process.
c. Facilitate and_ supervise IEP's/IFSP's for appropriate documentation
planning, placement, and follow through; provide ancillary consultant and/or
remedial services to children with disabilities enrolled in the FENWC
Migrant/Seasonal Head Start as determined necessary in the IEP/IFSP. The
original IEP/IFSP will remain on site and a copy will be submitted to the
Disabilities Services Specialist within five days.
d. Provide special education programs as determined in the IEP/IFSP and
submit the Contracted Provider Tracking Sheet to the Disabilities Services
Specialist for approval.
e. Maintain communication with the Part B & C/Child Find Coordinator as the
evaluation and IEP/IFSP process is completed. Assist the family in
communication and support. Submit monthly reports to the Disabilities
Services Specialist for approval.
f. Provide training, as needed, to FENWC Migrant/Seasonal Head Start staff
and parents on working with children with disabilities in the classroom and
home. Document all training with an outline of the training and signatures of
all attending the training.
g. The Consultant will bill FENWC by the 10th of the month for previous
month's charges. Bills and copies of the current Contracted Providers
Tracking Sheet and any Training Documentation will be sent to:
Weld County Division of Human Services
Attention: Terril Rector
P.O. Box 1805
Greeley, Colorado 80632
h. Provide training to staff and parents on the Special Education Process. .
Document all training with an outline of the training and signatures of all
attending the training.
i. Provide training on the ASQ screening tool to teachers and appropriate staff.
j. Assist with the referral and transition processes to area Head Start Programs,
School District Programs and other appropriate programs for the 2003 school
year.
k. Train teachers in specific motor and education activities and modifications for
classrooms and home.
5. Modification of Agreement:
All modifications to this Agreement shall be in writing and signed by both parties.
6. Assignment:
This Agreement shall be binding upon the parties hereto, their successors, heirs,
legal representatives, and assigns. Neither party may assign any of its
rights/obligations hereunder without the prior written consent of the other party.
7. Resolution of Disagreements:
If a problem/disagreement should occur, the FENWC Director and/or Site Manager
should be notified immediately. If the problem/disagreement still can not be
resolved, it will be taken to a higher authority in both agencies.
8. Applicable Law:
FENWC agrees to follow policies and procedure of the Consultant as construed in
accordance with the Colorado School Finance Act of 1988, regulations and other
applicable laws and regulations.
9. Termination:
This Agreement may be terminated at any time by either party giving thirty(30)days
written notice and is subject to the availability of funding.
10. Entire Agreement:
This Agreement constitutes the entire understanding between the parties with
respect to the subject matter hereof, and may not be changed or modified.
11. Waiver or Immunities/Third-Party Liability:
No portion of this Agreement shall be deemed to constitute a waiver of any
immunities the parties or their officers or employees may possess, nor shall any
position of this Agreement be deemed to have created a duty of care with respect to
any persons not a party to this Agreement.
12. Non-appropriation:
No portion of this Agreement shall be deemed to create an obligation on the part of
the Consultant, the County of Weld, State of Colorado, to expend funds not
otherwise appropriated in each succeeding year.
13. Severability:
If any section, subsection, paragraph, sentence, clause or phrase of the Agreement
is for any reason held or decided to be unconstitutional, such decision shall not
affect the validity of the remaining portions. The parties hereto declare that they
would have entered into this Agreement and each and every section, subsection,
paragraph, sentence, clause, and phrase thereof irrespective of the fact that any
one or more sections, subsections, paragraphs, sentences, clauses, or phrases
might be declared unconstitutional or invalid.
14. Assurances:
a. The Consultant agrees that it is an independent contractor and that its
officers, employees, and clients do not become employees of Weld County,
and therefore are not entitled to any employee benefits as Weld County
employees, as a result of the execution of this Agreement.
b. FENWC, the Weld County Board of Commissioners, its officers and
employees, shall not be held liable for injuries or damages caused by any
negligent acts or omissions of the Consultant, or its employees, while
performing this Agreement.
The Consultant, its officers, and employees, shall not be held liable for
injuries or damages caused by any negligent acts, or omissions of FENWC,
or its employees, while performing functions as described in this Agreement.
The Consultant shall provide adequate liability and worker's compensation
insurance for all of its employees, engaged in the performance of this
Agreement, as required by the Colorado Worker's Compensation Act.
Likewise, FENWC, by and through the Board of Weld County
Commissioners, shall provide adequate Liability and Worker's Compensation
Insurance for all employees of FENWC engaged in the performance of this
Agreement.
c. No officer, member, or employee of the Consultant and no member or their
governing bodies shall have any pecuniary interest, direct or indirect, in the
approved Agreement or the proceeds thereof.
d. Consultant understands that monitoring and evaluation of the performance of
this Agreement shall be conducted by the Weld County Division of Human
Services and the results provided to the Weld County Board of
Commissioners.
e. Consultant and FENWC assure compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of
1986, and that no person shall, on the grounds of race, creed, color, sex,
handicap, or nation origin be excluded from participation in, be denied the
benefits of, or be otherwise subjected to discrimination under the approved
Agreement.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereunto have caused this Agreement to be
duly executed as of the day and year first hereinabove set forth.
WELD COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS CONSULTANT
Robert D. Masden, Chairperson APR 1 9 2004 atricia L s, u tant
WELD COUNTY DIVISION OF HUMAN SERVICES
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Waifer I ckman, Executive Director
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Contracted Provider Tracking Sheet
't'o be returned to Mental I lealth and Disabilities Specialist at
FENWC Head Start with bill for services
MONTH
ECSE SLP OT P1' MH NAME
Location:
Home/ HS IND. OR GROUP/ CD
CENTER/ Time Time Purpose Therapy, Observation,Training OTHERS IN GROUP SIGN
CHILD'S/ GROUP NAME DATE Other Started Ended for Staff
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Regional Director Signature
MEMORANDUM
DATE: April 14, 2004
WI TO: Robert D. Masden, Chair, Board of Commissioners
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� FROM: Walt Speckman, Executive Director ����w -�
COLORADO SUBJECT: Consultant Agreements
Enclosed for Board approval are Consultant Agreements between three (3) Consultants
and the Weld County Division of Human Services' Family Educational Network's Migrant
Head Start Program. These Agreements are as follows:
1. Eileen Kaser - coordinate and oversee Individual Education Plans (IEPs)/Individual
Family Service Plans (IFSPs) and collaborate between the families of children with
disabilities and Local Education Agencies in an amount not to exceed $4,550.00. Term
of this Agreement will be March 31 through November 23, 2004.
2. Gale Watkins - coordinate and oversee Individual Education Plans (IEPs)/Individual
Family Service Plans (IFSPs) and collaborate between the families of children with
disabilities and Local Education Agencies in an amount not to exceed $7,020.00. Term
of this Agreement will be March 31 through November 23, 2004.
3. Patricia Lewis - coordinate and oversee Individual Education Plans (IEPs)/Individual
Family Service Plans (IFSPs) and collaborate between the families of children with
disabilities and Local Education Agencies. Term of this Agreement will be March 17
through November 24, 2004.
If you have questions, please call Janet Flaugher at extension 3340 or myself at extension
3317.
2004-1167
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