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MINUTES
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
WELD COUNTY, COLORADO
MAY 7, 2001
TAPE#2001-21
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, May 7, 2001, 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 M. J. Geile, Chair
Commissioner Glenn Vaad, Pro-Tem
Commissioner William H. Jerke
Commissioner David E. Long
Commissioner Robert D. Masden
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 May 2,2001,as printed. Commissioner Vaad seconded the motion,and it carried unanimously.
ADDITIONS TO AGENDA: There were no additions to the agenda.
CONSENT AGENDA: Commissioner Vaad moved to approve the consent agenda as printed.
Commissioner Long seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously.
PUBLIC INPUT: William Callahan, County resident, stated the value on his two-bedroom brick home has
increased significantly; however, Colorado law stipulates the taxes cannot be increased by more than five
percent per year. Mr. Callahan stated he has spoken with the Assessor and Treasurer to express his
concerns. Chair Geile stated the Board of Commissioners can consider this particular objection if Mr.
Callahan files an appeal. Mr. Callahan asked where the funds are going, and stated he and his wife are
retired, their house is paid for, and the County should not be allowed to tax residents out of their homes.
Chair Geile concurred,and gave a brief explanation of the Tabor Amendment. He also explained the Weld
County Home Rule Charter limits revenue increases to no more than five percent. Mr. Warden stated the
assessed value is being established by the Assessor's Office, and if the property owners feel the value is
unacceptable, they can appeal. He explained an increase of more than five percent requires a vote of the
public, which has not happened since 1976. Mr. Warden explained there are other jurisdictions involved
in assessing taxes, and Weld County makes up only 20 percent of the total tax bill. Mr. Callahan stated
his home is paid for, he feels the new amount is excessive, and he may not be able to afford the taxes.
Mr. Warden stated the assessed value is based on comparable sales, every piece of property has to be
assessed, and every resident pays an equal proportional amount. In response to Commissioner Vaad,
Mr. Warden stated the mill levy will not be set until later in the year. Mr. Warden explained Mr. Callahan
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can argue the value of his home further through the appeals process. Chair Geile added many of the
changes were also determined by the State.
WARRANTS: Donald Warden, Director of Finance and Administration, presented the following warrants
for approval by the Board:
All Funds
$763,794.78
Commissioner Long moved to approve the warrants as presented by Mr.Warden. Commissioner Masden
seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.
NEW BUSINESS:
CONSIDER CHANGE ORDER#2 FOR GRAND JUNCTION HEAD START PROJECT AND AUTHORIZE
CHAIR TO SIGN-MERRITT CONSTRUCTION, INC.: Mr. Warden stated this change order will complete
the Grand Junction Head Start building, which provides day care for infants. He reviewed the various
changes being made to the initial proposal, and stated staff recommends approval. In response to
Commissioner Jerke, Commissioner Long stated this does not relate to the allocation issues being
discussed by Mesa County, although some of the same agencies are involved. Chair Geile commented
this change order needs to be approved to complete the project and get the Head Start program underway.
Commissioner Vaad moved to approve said change order and authorize the Chair to sign. Seconded by
Commissioner Long, the motion carried unanimously. Upon a call for the vote, the motion carried with
Commissioner Jerke opposed.
CONSIDER AGREEMENT FOR PROFESSIONAL/TECHNICAL SERVICES AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO
SIGN-4-D TRIANGLE, C/O BILL DELAP: Frank Hempen, Jr., Director of Public Works, stated under this
contract,4-D Triangle will assist Weld County in conducting inspections on large utility permits. He stated
current policy allows Weld County to charge a fee for doing inspections, but there is not enough staff. Mr.
Hempen stated 4-D Triangle will ensure the installations are in accordance with County procedures and
policies. In response to Chair Geile, Mr. Hempen stated small items will be handled by staff; however, the
large projects such as major facilities or fiber optics will require assistance. Commissioner Vaad moved
to approve said agreement and authorize the Chair to sign. Seconded by Commissioner Masden, the
motion carried unanimously.
CONSIDER TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE OF WCR 34 BETWEEN 19.5 AND 21;WCR 21 BETWEEN
32.5 AND 34; AND WCR 49 BETWEEN 34.5 AND 38: Commissioner Jerke moved approve said
temporary closures. Commissioner Long seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.
CONSIDER CHANGE ORDER LETTER FOR ISP NONRESIDENTIAL SERVICES AND AUTHORIZE
CHAIR TO SIGN: Jan Zuber, Community Corrections Board, stated due to unanticipated expenses, this
change order letter is extending the amount of the initial contract by $10,000.00 to cover April, May, and
June. Commissioner Masden moved to approve said change order letter and authorize the Chair to sign.
The motion, which was seconded by Commissioner Jerke, carried unanimously.
CONSIDER VICTIMS OF CRIME ACT (VOCA) GRANT APPLICATION AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO
SIGN: Gary Rathke, District Attorney's Office, stated this application requests an additional $12,212.00,
or an increase of 44 percent. He stated the change will upgrade a half-time position to full-time, and the
County will be responsible for $9,955.00 in matching funds. Mr. Warden stated the Board has an
agreement with the District Attorney's office to apply for victim assistance fund, and provide one clerical
position, and this grant has been a reliable source of funds in the past. Commissioner Masden moved to
approve said application and authorize the Chair to sign. Seconded by Commissioner Long, the motion
carried unanimously.
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CONSIDER APPOINTMENT OF DELEGATE TO SPECIAL MEETING FOR FULTON IRRIGATING DITCH
COMPANY TO CONSIDER CARRIAGE AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN PROXY: Lee
Morrison,Assistant County Attorney, stated Weld County owns 28 shares of water in the Fulton Irrigation
Ditch Company which are either leased of used for operation of the Bearson mining pit. Mr. Morrison
explained the ditch company has called a special meeting for consideration of carriage of foreign water
as part of various exchange programs, and it includes the Denver Water Board,Thornton,and the Adams
County Sanitation District. He stated the terms of the agreements will benefit members of the ditch
company because the new entities will pay for increasing the capacity,and installing a head gate;however,
there will be a change in the nature of how water rights operate in northern Colorado. He stated
attendance at the meeting may not be necessary if the Board is in agreement with the terms, and they
could delegate a member of the Ditch to vote on their behalf. Chair Geile stated this matter will likely end
up in water court to determine if the proposed changes are appropriate. Mr. Morrison stated there needs
to be proof that there is agreement regarding the proposed changes. Commissioner Vaad commented
it may be important to attend as a show of interest. Mr. Morrison stated the company's primary concern
is whether there will be a quorum of voters. In response to Commissioner Jerke, Mr. Morrison stated if the
board is in favor of the terms, they can execute the proxy on behalf of the Fulton Board members; if
undecided they can delegate a member of staff to attend and cast the vote as directed;or they can choose
to be inactive which would count against the quorum. Commissioner Jerke moved to appoint Lee Morrison
as the Board's representative because he is familiar with local water issues and augmentation, and to
authorize the Chair to sign the proxy. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Masden.
Commissioner Jerke stated often there is other discussion for items that may be relevant or of importance
in the future and someone should be present at the meeting. In response to Mr. Warden, Commissioner
Jerke clarified the intent of his motion is that he is in favor of the agreement, but if major changes are
discussed, Mr. Morrison is authorized to use his discretion in voting on any proposed changes. 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 9:45 a.m.
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