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Home My WebLink About20011979.tiff RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS MINUTES BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WELD COUNTY, COLORADO JULY 23, 2001 TAPE #2001-30 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, July 23, 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 - 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 Long moved to approve the minutes of the Board of County Commissioners meeting of July 18, 2001, as printed. Commissioner Vaad seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. CERTIFICATION OF HEARINGS: Commissioner Vaad moved to approve the Certification of Hearings conducted on July 18, 2001, as follows: 1)A Site Specific Development Plan and Use by Special Review Permit #1333, Brett and Michelle Bernhardt; 2) A Site Specific Development Plan and Use by Special Review Permit#1311,John E. and M. Eleanor Hochmiller, do John M. Hochmiller; and 3) A Site Specific Development Plan and Final Plan for a five(5)lot Minor Subdivision, S#588-Ivy Crest, Denver Canadian, Inc., do Daniel Ochsner. Also Hearing conducted on July 19, 2001: 1) Request to sign a petition for the establishment of a conservancy district to be known as the Pawnee Watershed Conservancy District. Commissioner Long seconded the motion, which carried unanimously. (Switched to Tape #2001-31.) 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. 2001-1979 BC0016 PRESENTATIONS: COLORADO CARES VOLUNTEER SERVICES AWARDS-THE KIWANIS CLUB OF GREELEY,WILMA FRANZ, JOHN HAWKINS-LONG, POUDRE RIVER TRAIL CORRIDOR BOARD, RSVP "AMERICA READS"PROGRAM,JOHN CAMPBELL,SYDNEY M.ALLEN,AND LYDIA DUNBAR: Janet Dorr, United Way, stated the Colorado Shares Volunteers Service Award was created by Governor Bill Owens in 1999 to honor citizens for their involvement in both the State and local communities. Ms. Dorr stated each county has been asked to organize a committee to accept nominations and select the award winners. She explained the winners were chosen to represent eight categories, and she thanked the Committee members for their work. Ms. Dorr presented the Children/Youth Award to Bob Guthmann, representing the Kiwanis Club of Greeley,for volunteers who help with children and youth in Weld County; the Seniors Award to Wilma Franz recognizing her for assisting with seniors; and the Health Award to John Hawkins- Long for helping those with health needs. The Community Pride Award was given to Mike Ketherling, representing the Poudre River Trail Corridor Board, recognizing those who participate in community clean- up programs,improving the environment, and encouraging community improvements. Ms.Dorr presented the Education Award to Cheryl Jelinek and Patsy Jo Branch, on behalf of the RSVP "American Reads" Program,for volunteers who participate in and support the education of children and adults;and the Good Samaritan Award to John Campbell for significantly contributing to socially and economically challenged individuals. The Rising Star Award was presented to Sydney Allen recognizing a youth who participates in the community through volunteerism;and the Centennial Award was given to Lydia Dunbar as a resident of Weld County who has made a significant and lifelong contribution to service and volunteerism. Ms. Dorr reviewed the various activities undertaken by each recipient as indicated in her written comments,marked Exhibit A. Chair Geile thanked each of the award recipients for their contributions, and complimented the United Way of Weld County for coordinating and assisting the Colorado Cares Volunteer Service Awards Committee. Commissioner Vaad stated he is personally inspired by the efforts of each of the award recipients, and stated the government was not designed for, nor should it attempt to meet all of the needs of its citizens. He stated the Governor recognized this fact and these awards symbolize how important volunteerism is to the State and local communities. Commissioner Long stated he was drawn to this area by the Pioneer spirit where neighbors helped their neighbors, and volunteerism results in getting things done. Commissioner Jerke concurred with the prior comments,stated the efforts of volunteers assists the government is accomplishing things it could not get done through its budgeted amounts. PUBLIC INPUT: There was no public input. WARRANTS: Donald Warden, Director of Finance and Administration, presented the following warrants for approval by the Board: All Funds $653,748.58 Commissioner Long moved to approve the warrants as presented by Mr. Warden. Commissioner Vaad seconded the motion, which carried unanimously. NEW BUSINESS: CONSIDER RENEWAL APPLICATION FOR TAVERN LIQUOR LICENSE AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN -SIPRES LOUNGE, INC., DBA SIPRES LOUNGE: Bruce Barker, County Attorney, stated Deputy Les Wiemers indicated no concerns and recommends approval. Commissioner Vaad moved to approve said renewal application and authorize the Chair to sign. Commissioner Long seconded the motion,which carried unanimously. Minutes, July 23, 2001 2001-1979 Page 2 BC0016 CONSIDER APPLICATION FOR LICENSE TO CONDUCT PUBLIC DANCE OR DANCES IN 2002 - SIPRES LOUNGE, INC., DBA SIPRES LOUNGE: Mr. Barker stated he recommends approval of this application. Commissioner Long moved to approve said application. The motion, which was seconded by Commissioner Vaad, carried unanimously. CONSIDER RESOLUTION RE: CHANGE HOURS OF OPERATION FOR WELD COUNTY CLERK AND RECORDER,MOTOR VEHICLE DEPARTMENT:Mr.Warden stated the Weld County Clerk and Recorder recommends the closing time for the Motor Vehicle Department be changed from 5:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. He stated over the last sixteen months,it has been observed that not many citizens come in during the last half hour, and often have to return at a later date because some issues have to be dealt with by other offices which have already closed. Commissioner Vaad commented he is persuaded to change the hours because of the inconvenience caused to the public who come to the office and then cannot receive assistance because other agencies typically close at 5:00 p.m. Commissioner Vaad moved to approve said Resolution. Commissioner Long seconded the motion, which carried unanimously. CONSIDER DECLARE CERTAIN EQUIPMENT AS SURPLUS PROPERTY, AND AUTHORIZE DONATION OF SAME TO WELD COUNTY LIBRARY DISTRICT: Mr.Warden stated effective January 1, 2001, the Board transferred real property to the Weld County Library District; however, the County still holds the title to the Book Mobile. He explained the Library District has paid for the vehicle in full, and he recommends approval to declare the property as surplus and tum the deed over to the Library District. Commissioner Vaad moved to approve said Resolution. Commissioner Long seconded the motion,which carried unanimously. CONSIDER COMMITMENT OF WATER SUPPLY TO THE STATE ENGINEERS OFFICE OF LUPTON BOTTOM DITCH COMPANY AND RURAL DITCH COMPANY WATER SHARES FOR THE HOKESTRA PIT AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN: Lee Morrison, Assistant County Attorney, stated this is an additional document to be added to the Supply Plans representing that Weld County will use the water as indicated in the plan. He explained the commitment does not preclude the County from using the water at a different location, if a different source is used at the Hokestra Pit. Commissioner Jerke moved to approve said Commitment of Water Supply and authorize the Chair to sign. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Vaad, and it carried unanimously. PLANNING: CONSIDER SUBDIVISION EXEMPTION#876-ROSS BACHOFER:Lauren Light,Department of Planning Services, stated this Subdivision Exemption was applied for in conjunction with Recorded Exemption #3023. She requested an indefinite continuance to allow the property owner adequate time to provide staff with evidence that the secondary residence existed as a residence prior to 1979. Ms. Light stated due to the limited amount of time for review of this issue, she telephoned the property owner and requested he provide the necessary evidence to substantiate the classification of the second structure. Mr. Bachofer stated he has various documents substantiating that the second structure has always been a residence. He explained his records only go back to 1986; however, he does have a signed affidavit from the original owner in 1949, indicating he lived there prior to that time, and is witness to the fact that it has been used as a residence since he purchased the property. In response to Chair Geile, Mr. Bachofer stated he would like to resolve this issue as soon as possible. He stated he has discussed the matter with the Assistant County Attorney, and he has all of his paperwork readily available for staff to review. In response to Commissioner Vaad, Mr. Bachofer stated his is not opposed to an indefinite continuance versus continuing to a specific date; however, he would like this matter resolved as soon as possible. Commissioner Vaad moved that the consideration of Subdivision Exemption #876 for Ross Bachofer be continued indefinitely. Commissioner Long seconded the motion,which carried unanimously. Minutes, July 23, 2001 2001-1979 Page 3 BC0016 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 OUNTY COMMISSIONERS W , COLORADO ATTEST: �s` deLi �� /` EL s, ?dtr Weld County Clerk to the BB-- d // 11861 �.! v� . Ot.c-U 1- i� Glenn Vaal, Pro-Tear :7b` at. Ili Deputy Clerk to the Boa`® lam-_ , > EXCUSED DATE OF APPROVAL `'S',•a •• WilliMH. Jerke David E. Long EXCUSED Robert D. Masden Minutes, July 23, 2001 2001-1979 Page 4 BC0016 Hello