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MINUTES
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
WELD COUNTY, COLORADO
OCTOBER 29, 2003
TAPE #2003-41
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, October 29, 2003, 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 David E. Long, Chair
Commissioner Robert D. Masden, Pro-Tern
Commissioner M. J. Geile - EXCUSED
Commissioner William H. Jerke
Commissioner Glenn Vaad - EXCUSED
Also present:
County Attorney, Bruce T. Barker
Acting Clerk to the Board, Esther E. Gesick
Director of Finance and Administration, Donald D. Warden
MINUTES: Commissioner Masden moved to approve the minutes of the Board of County Commissioners
meeting of October 27, 2003, as printed. Commissioner Jerke seconded the motion, and it carried
unanimously.
READ ORDINANCE BY TAPE: Mr. Warden stated four commissioners must be present to consider an
emergency ordinance, therefore, the Board will need to recess until later in the day when either
Commissioner Geile or Vaad are also present. Mr. Barker suggested the Commissioners in attendance
record their vote at this time, and the two Commissioners who are absent can vote later in the day. Mr.
Morrison expressed concern with proceeding with the matter until four Commissioners are present because
the County Attorney's Office is required to sign an opinion letter asserting that everything was done
appropriately. Mr. Barker concurred. (Clerk's Note:The Board proceeded with the remainder of the meeting
and considered this matter last when Commissioner Geile was present.) Commissioner Jerke moved to
read Ordinance#209-B by tape. Commissioner Masden seconded the motion,which carried unanimously.
Chair Long recessed the meeting to allow adequate time to read the Ordinance by tape and for
Commissioner Geile to arrive from another appointment. Upon reconvening,Mr.Morrison introduced Steve
Clark, Financial Advisor to NCMC, Inc.; Bill Hughes, Executive staff to NCMC Board; Don Mueller, NCMC
Hospital Board and Chair of the Finance Committee;and Don Cummins,Chair of NCMC, Inc. and NCMC
Board of Trustees. Mr. Morrison stated the emergency ordinance is the mechanism for approving the form
of the documents described in the title which was read for the record. He stated the Board is being
requested to approve the form, so there may be some minor drafting changes prior to the closing on
November 12 and 13, 2003. He stated this will also authorize the Chair to sign all necessary documents
required for the closing. Commissioner Geile requested testimony from the NCMC Board. In response to
Commissioner Geile, Don Mueller gave a brief description of the eight percent depreciation. He stated they
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plan to issue$98 million in bonds,which will be used for the Second Century Project,including the parking
garage and emergency room. He further stated they also plan to issue a combination of variable and fixed
debt, and they have received an A+ rating and insurance from FSA on the debt issuance. Responding
further to Commissioner Geile, Mr. Mueller reviewed the various surveys conducted regarding patient,
employee, and doctor satisfaction.
Steven Clark gave a brief description of his qualifications as a financial advisor to NCMC, Inc. He explained
the pledge that repays the bonds is from the revenues generated by the operation of the hospital;there is
no tax money required from Weld County citizens. Mr. Clark stated if the pledge of revenue should ever
be insufficient to meet the debt service on the bonds,which is accumulated monthly and sent to the bond
trustee, NCMC has liquid assets which exceeds$140 million,or the bond insurer would make the payment.
In response to Commissioner Geile, Mr. Clark gave a brief description of the bond insurance.
Don Cummins stated the Board of Trustees unanimously recommends proceeding with this proposal. He
stated the meeting last week was very helpful in clarifying all the technical issues.
No public testimony was offered concerning this matter. Commissioner Geile commented the combined
assets, Banner's position to pay eight percent on the value,and the depreciation has been established to
provide otherfinancial resources. He stated there is a process to represent the interests of the patients and
staff, and NCMC, Inc. has reviewed its bylaws to ensure better communication and public satisfaction.
Based on his comments, he feels this is a good solid contract which represents the future of this institution.
Commissioner Masden thanked NCMC Board for all the discussions. He stated this is a quality group of
individuals that has the community's best interest at heart, and they have created a win/win situation for
Banner and the County as the landlord. He stated in time this will be a worthwhile situation for medical
facilities in Weld County and the entire region.
Commissioner Jerke concurred with Commissioner Masden's comments, and he feels the Board of
Trustees is very capable and he appreciates their efforts.
Chair Long stated there has been a lot of input throughout this process, which will be used to continue
improving the facilities.
Commissioner Geile moved to approve Ordinance#209-B on an emergency basis. Commissioner Jerke
seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.
AMENDMENTS TO AGENDA: There were no amendments to the agenda.
CONSENT AGENDA: Commissioner Jerke moved to approve the consent agenda as printed.
Commissioner Masden seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously.
COMMISSIONER COORDINATOR REPORTS: There were no Commissioner Coordinator Reports.
PUBLIC INPUT: There was no public input.
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WARRANTS: Donald Warden, Director of Finance and Administration, presented the following warrants
for approval by the Board:
All Funds $71,685.66
Electronic Transfers - All Funds $2,637,676.80
CommissionerJerke moved to approve the warrants as presented by Mr.Warden. Commissioner Masden
seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.
BIDS:
PRESENT CABLING FOR THE CENTENNIAL CENTER 1ST FLOOR REMODEL BID - DEPARTMENT
OF FINANCE: Mr.Warden presented the four bids received. Said bids will be considered for approval on
November 12, 2003.
INMATE MEDICAL SERVICES BID-SHERIFF'S OFFICE : Mr.Warden presented the four bids received.
Said bid will be considered for approval on November 12, 2003.
NEW BUSINESS:
CONSIDER SEVEN PETITIONS FOR ABATEMENT OR REFUND OF TAXES - DACONO GATEWAY
LTD., LLLP: Michael Sampson,Assessor's Office,stated these petitions are for commercial and industrial
lots, and staff was not informed of the pipeline right-of-way and drainage easements on the properties.
Therefore, staff recommends adjustment in the values since the parcels are impacted by the drainage
easement, storage pond, and pipeline. Commissioner Jerke moved to approve said petitions as
recommended by staff. Commissioner Masden seconded the motion. In response to Commissioner
Masden, Mr. Sampson stated the letter from the agent states these petitions were effective as of July 1,
2003, and staff waived the six-month deadline due to delays caused by the Board of Equalization appeal
process. There being no further discussion, the motion carried unanimously.
CONSIDER TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF WCR 6 BETWEEN US HIGHWAY 85 AND WCR 27: Dale
Elliott, Department of Public Works,gave a brief description of the location of the site,and stated this portion
of road will be closed on November 3, 2003, for approximately five working days, to complete a culvert
replacement. In response to Commissioner Jerke, Mr. Elliott stated staff will detour traffic in accordance
with the requests of the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT). Commissioner Masden moved
to approve said temporary closure. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Jerke, and it carried
unanimously.
CONSIDER APPOINTMENT AND REAPPOINTMENTS TO JUVENILE COMMUNITY REVIEW BOARD:
CommissionerJerke moved to appoint Kelli O'Brien and reappoint Chris Vogt, Patryce Engle,Kyle Ragland,
Gus Lind, and Mike Guthrie, all with terms to expire November 1, 2006. Seconded by Commissioner
Masden, the motion carried unanimously.
CONSIDER RESOLUTION RE: EXPRESSION OF SUPPORT FOR THE PASSAGE OF COLORADO
REFERENDUM A: Chair Long stated the Board wants to publicly support Referendum A in the form of a
Resolution. Commissioner Jerke stated approximately six months ago the Board publically supported
Senate Bill 236 which referred this measure to the public fora vote. He stated this will allow up to$2 million
in bonding authority to create water improvements in Colorado for additional water storage to assist during
drought conditions,which will benefit the agricultural community, as well as municipalities and industries
in Colorado. Commissioner Masden stated this is important for the entire State. He commented some
residents on the western slope are concerned because they think the water storage will take water from
that area; however, he feels water storage on the eastern slope will retain water which is generated in
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Colorado that currently flows out of the State. Chair Long concurred and further stated those who are
opposed to this Referendum feel the current water storage mechanisms are adequate, but are not being
used to their full potential. Chair Long stated this is a Colorado resource which should be used by all of
Colorado,and creating storage resources and enhancing existing facilities will benefit both recreation and
development. Commissioner Jerke commented 1983 was a very wet year, and over 2.6 million acre feet
of water passed through the Kersey gauge, most of which went to Nebraska. He explained water which
passes through the Kersey gauge is water in excess of what is needed by Adams, Larimer, Boulder, and
Weld Counties;however,2.6 million acre feet of water was lost due to inadequate storage. Commissioner
Jerke moved to approve said Resolution. Commissioner Masden seconded the motion, which carried
unanimously.
EMERGENCY ORDINANCE #209-B, IN THE MATTER OF APPROVING THE AMENDMENT TO AND
CONTINUED LEASING OF CERTAIN HOSPITAL FACILITIES BY THE COUNTY TO THE COLORADO
HEALTH FACILITIES AUTHORITY;APPROVING THE AMENDMENT TOAND CONTINUED LEASING OF
CERTAIN HOSPITAL FACILITIES BY THE COLORADO HEALTH FACILITIES AUTHORITY BOARD OF
TRUSTEES FOR NORTH COLORADO MEDICAL CENTER; APPROVING THE INCURRENCE OF
REVENUE DEBT BY THE HOSPITAL THROUGH THE SEVENTH SUPPLEMENTAL LESE AND THE
ISSUANCE BY THE COLORADO HEALTH FACILITIES AUTHORITY OF ITS HOSPITAL REVENUE
BONDS (NCMC, INC. PROJECT) SERIES 2003, AND THE PRELIMINARY OFFICIAL STATEMENT
PERTAINING TO SAID BONDS;AND ALSO MAKING OTHER PROVISIONS IN CONNECTION WITH THE
FOREGOING: (Clerk's Note:Testimony for this matter is included under the heading for Read Ordinance
by Tape.)
RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES: The resolutions were presented and signed as listed on the
consent agenda. Ordinance #209-B was approved on an emergency basis.
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 9:55 a.m.
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