HomeMy WebLinkAbout20030656.tiff RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
MINUTES
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
WELD COUNTY, COLORADO
MARCH 12, 2003
TAPE #2003-09
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 12, 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-Tem - EXCUSED
Commissioner M. J. Geile
Commissioner William H. Jerke
Commissioner Glenn Vaad
Also present:
County Attorney, Bruce T. Barker
Acting Clerk to the Board, Esther E. Gesick
Treasurer/Controller, Claud Hanes
MINUTES: Commissioner Geile moved to approve the minutes of the Board of County Commissioners
meeting of March 10, 2003, as printed. Commissioner Jerke seconded the motion, and it carried
unanimously.
AMENDMENTS TO AGENDA: There were no amendments to the agenda.
CONSENT AGENDA: Commissioner Vaad moved to approve the consent agenda as printed.
Commissioner Geile seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously.
COMMISSIONER COORDINATOR REPORTS: Commissioner Geile commented Michelle Langston is
the new Fair Coordinator. Ms. Langston gave a brief summary of her background and experience. She
stated she is currently working to complete this year's Fair Book, organize the upcoming schedule,
update the Fair Board and Superintendent lists and the website. Commissioner Geile stated Weld
County is very fortunate to have personnel with such extensive qualifications. Jim Smith, Extension
Director, stated Ms. Langston also worked as a Fair volunteer in the past, so she is familiar with the
local format.
PUBLIC INPUT: Peter Griese, County resident of District 2, requested the Board uphold property
rights in Weld County. In response to Chair Long, Mr. Griese stated his comments are related to the
Use by Special Review permit application of the Life Bridge Church. He stated he has submitted
written testimony, and he expressed concern with his elected Commissioner recusing himself from an
issue in his district of influence. He also expressed concern with the At-large Commissioners indicating
they will not be able to review the information until the scheduled hearing. Mr. Griese stated this
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situation appears to be taxation without representation. Mr. Barker stated this issue will be considered
in a public hearing through a quasi-judicial process, and the Board of Commissioners cannot hear any
further comments related to this matter.
WARRANTS: Claud Hanes, Treasurer/Controller, presented the following warrants for approval by the
Board:
All Funds $376,001.69
Commissioner Jerke moved to approve the warrants as presented by Mr. Hanes. Commissioner Vaad
seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.
BIDS:
MOW HERBICIDAL BID - DEPARTMENT OF PEST AND WEED: Marcia Walters, Department of
Purchasing, presented the six bids received. Said bids will be considered for approval on Wednesday,
March 26, 2003.
APPROVE HOT IN-PLACE RECYCLING ON WCR 6 BID - DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS: Ms.
Walters stated the Department of Public Works recommends approval of the sole bid from Cutler
Repaving, in the amount of$130,160. Commissioner Vaad moved to approve said bid as
recommended by staff. Commissioner Jerke seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.
APPROVE 2003 ALUMINUM AND STEEL CULVERTS BID - DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS:
Ms. Walters stated the Department of Public Works recommends approval of the low bid from Big R
Manufacturing. Commissioner Vaad moved to approve said bid as recommended by staff.
Commissioner Geile seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.
NEW BUSINESS:
CONSIDER MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING FOR SATELLITE ELIGIBILITY
DETERMINATION 1 SITE AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN - POLICY STUDIES, INC.: Dr. Mark
Wallace, Director of Department of Public Health and Environment, stated Policy Studies, Inc.,
operates Child Health Plan Plus, and the Weld County Department of Public Health and Environment
assists clients in completing their applications for this insurance plan. He explained the Child Health
Plan Plus provides medical services to children under age nineteen in medically indigent families. Dr.
Wallace stated for these services, the Health Department will be paid $10.00 for each completed
application which is submitted within the proper time requirements. Commissioner Geile moved to
approve said Memorandum of Understanding and authorize the Chair to sign. Seconded by
Commissioner Vaad, the motion carried unanimously.
CONSIDER ADDENDUM TO MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING FOR HEALTH INSURANCE
PORTABILITY AND ACCOUNTABILITY ACT (HIPAA) BUSINESS ASSOCIATE AGREEMENT AND
AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN - POLICY STUDIES, INC.: Dr. Wallace stated this addendum is to the
previously discussed Memorandum of Understanding. He stated this qualifies the Health Department
as a business associate, and states that both parties agree to protect the privacy and provide security
of health information, in compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of
1996 (HIPPA). Dr. Wallace stated the term of this addendum is from March 15, 2003, through
June 30, 2003. Commissioner Vaad moved to approve said addendum and authorize the Chair to
sign. The motion, which was seconded by Commissioner Geile, carried unanimously.
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CONSIDER GRANT APPLICATION FOR TOBACCO PREVENTION SERVICES AND AUTHORIZE
CHAIR TO SIGN: Dr. Wallace stated if this grant is approved, the funds will be used to continue the
existing program. He stated although the tobacco program is a focus of attention with projected
budget cuts, it is also supported by Master Tobacco Settlement Agreement funds. He further stated
staff intends to continue with the same emphasis by working with a community coalition to reduce the
initiation of use by youth and adults, promote the cessation of use, and decrease the exposure to
second hand smoke. Dr. Wallace stated the application is requesting $99,969, which is a decrease
from last year; however, the program has been modified accordingly to reflect the reduction.
Commissioner Jerke commented although the application is being submitted, it is unlikely the full
amount will be granted due to budget cuts. Commissioner Geile moved to approve said application
and authorize the Chair to sign. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Vaad, and it carried
unanimously.
(Clerk's Note: Peter Griese, County resident, requested a late submittal of public input, which was
allowed by the Board as detailed above.)
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 9:30 a.m.
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
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