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Home My WebLink About20010093.tiff RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS MINUTES BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WELD COUNTY, COLORADO JANUARY 8, 2001 TAPE#2001-01 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, January 8, 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 Robed 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 Vaad moved to approve the minutes of the Board of County Commissioners meeting of December 27, 2000, as printed. Commissioner Long seconded the motion, which carried unanimously. Commissioner Long moved to approve the minutes of the Board of County Commissioners meeting of January 3, 2001, as printed. Commissioner Masden seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. CERTIFICATION OF HEARINGS: Commissioner Vaad moved to approve the Certification of Hearings conducted on December 27, 2000, as follows: 1) A Site Specific Development Plan and Amended Use by Special Review Permit #1125, Hall-Irwin Corporation (Deferred on 01/03/2001) Commissioner Jerke seconded the motion,which carried unanimously. Commissioner Long moved to approve the Certification of Hearings conducted on January 3, 2001: 1) A Site Specific Development Plan and Use by Special Review Permit #1292, Michael and Lori Jones; and 2) A Site Specific Development Plan and Use by Special Review Permit #1297, Bradley and Heidi Windell. Commissioner Vaad seconded the motion, which 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 Jerke seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. PUBLIC INPUT: There was no public input. 2001-0093 BC0016 WARRANTS: Donald Warden, Director of Finance and Administration, presented the following warrants for approval by the Board: All Funds $796,392.14 Commissioner Vaad moved to approve the warrants as presented by Mr.Warden. Commissioner Masden seconded the motion, which carried unanimously. NEW BUSINESS: CONSIDER FOUR AGREEMENTS FOR SAMPLING AND ANALYSIS OF POLLUTANT DISCHARGE AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN: Dr. Mark Wallace, Director of Weld County Department of Public Health and Environment, stated the fees are in accordance with Ordinance #82-W; however, some of the agreements reflect a discount based on the volume. The term is from January 1, 2001, through December 31, 2001. Commissioner Vaad moved to approve said agreements and authorize the Chair to sign. The motion, which was seconded by Commissioner Masden, carried unanimously. CONSIDER 23 AGREEMENTS FOR SAMPLING AND ANALYSIS OF DRINKING WATER AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN: Mr. Wallace stated the terms of these agreements are similar to those discussed in the previous matter. In response to Commissioner Vaad, Dr. Wallace stated a fee is assessed to the agencies for mileage accrued while doing the testing. Commissioner Vaad moved to approve said agreements and authorize the Chair to sign. Commissioner Long seconded the motion, which carried unanimously. CONSIDER TASK ORDER FOR AIR QUALITY PROGRAM AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN: Dr. Wallace stated under this task order, the Weld County Department of Public Health and Environment will operate and maintain an air quality monitoring network, conduct inspections, provide enforcement and surveillance of stationary sources, respond to asbestos related complaints, and conduct other air quality program activities. For these services, the Health Department will receive an amount not to exceed $48,437.30. Commissioner Long moved to approve said task order and authorize the Chair to sign. Seconded by Commissioner Vaad, the motion carried unanimously. CONSIDER TASK ORDER FOR COLORADO NURSE HOME VISITOR PROGRAM AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN: Dr. Wallace stated under this task order, the Weld County Department of Public Health and Environment will implement and provide county-wide nurse home visitor services to low-income,first- time mothers. For these services, the Health Department will receive an amount not to exceed $175,831 for the initial term of the contract from January 1, 2001,through June 30,2001. Dr. Wallace explained the funding will be used to support health, education, and other resources for new young mothers. He stated this money is available as a result of the state-wide tobacco settlement. In response to Commissioner Vaad, Dr. Wallace stated the Health Department initially submitted a three-year plan,and after the first six months, there should be long-term task orders if the intent is carried out during this initial period. Chair Geile expressed concern with placing an undue financial burden on the residents of Weld County if this is started and then loses funding. In response to Commissioner Jerke, Dr. Wallace stated he does not have control over the length of the funding, only how they plan to implement the program funds. He stated to ensure there is not an unfunded mandate, new staff will be aware that this is a grant-supported program, and they will be working with other agencies to establish this as a county-wide program. Commissioner Vaad moved to approve said task order and authorize the Chair to sign. Seconded by Commissioner Jerke, the motion carried unanimously. CONSIDER TASK ORDER FOR IMMUNIZATION PROGRAM AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN: Dr. Wallace stated under this task order, the Weld County Department of Public Health and Environment will provide community education regarding the rules pertaining to immunization of students attending school Minutes, January 8, 2001 2001-0093 Page 2 BC0016 and infant immunizations. The Department will also conduct reminder/recall activities, collaborate with the State's Supplemental Nutrition Program, serve as a resource for the Weld County Immunization Coalition, and provide walk-in immunization clinics each month for all ages. For these services, the Health Department will be reimbursed in an amount not to exceed $26,162.00. Commissioner Masden moved to approve said task order and authorize the Chair to sign. The motion, which was seconded by Commissioner Vaad, carried unanimously. CONSIDER TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE OF WELD COUNTY ROAD 59 BETWEEN WELD COUNTY ROAD 16.5 AND STATE HIGHWAY 52: Frank Hempen, Jr., Director of Public Works, stated when necessary,the Department of Public Works proceeds with work and follows up with the paperwork for the agenda. He stated this project is currently underway and the bridge should be complete this week. Commissioner Vaad moved to approve said temporary closure. Commissioner Long seconded the motion, which carried unanimously. CONSIDER CONTRACT FOR TRAINING AND EMPLOYMENT SERVICES AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN: Gary McCabe, Director of Ambulance Services, stated this is standard contract for all employees who will be receiving training. Commissioner Vaad moved to approve said contract and authorize the Chair to sign. Seconded by Commissioner Masden, the motion carried unanimously. CONSIDER COMMUNICATIONS TOWER AND SITE LEASE AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN- HS RESOURCES, INC.: Frank Bishop,Weld County Regional Communications, stated under this contract, HS Resources, Inc., will be allowed use of the tower located south of the Town of LaSalle. He explained they lease tower space if it is available and in the best interest of the County. He stated they do receive monthly rent, and this lease will not create a significant impact to the site. In response to Commissioner Vaad, Mr. Bishop stated the agreement is written to allow the County to cancel the lease at any time if necessary. Commissioner Vaad moved to approve said agreement and authorize the Chair to sign. Seconded by Commissioner Jerke, the motion carried unanimously. CONSIDER CORPORATE REPORT OF CHANGES AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN - CONO SERVICES, INC., DBA CONOCO#06394: Bruce Barker, County Attorney,stated 3.2 Percent Beer Retail operations that are owned by corporations are required to report any changes to their corporate structure. He reviewed the reported changes submitted by Cono Services, Inc., dba Conoco #06394, located on Highway 119 in Longmont. Commissioner Vaad moved to approve said report and authorize the Chair to sign. Seconded by Commissioner Masden, the motion carried unanimously. CONSIDER CORPORATE REPORT OF CHANGES AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN - EQUILON ENTERPRISES, LLC, DBA TEXACO #095: Mr. Barker stated this report has been submitted by Equilon Enterprises, LLC, dba Texaco #095, pursuant to the provisions as discussed in the previous matter. Commissioner Vaad moved to approve said report and authorize the Chair to sign. The motion,which was seconded by Commissioner Long, carried unanimously. CONSIDER MODIFICATIONS TO AGREEMENT CONCERNING PURCHASE OF PROPERTY FOR CERTAIN IMPROVEMENTS TO WELD COUNTY ROADS 74 AND 15 AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN -SUSAN LAKE: Mr. Hempen stated this agreement will allow Weld County to purchase property necessary to complete improvements on Weld County Roads 74 and 15. He reviewed the four items of modification for the record. Commissioner Masden moved to approve said modifications and authorize the Chair to sign. Seconded by Commissioner Jerke, the motion carried unanimously. CONSIDER AGREEMENT FOR CHILD CARE DURING OPERATION FRONTLINE CLASSES AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN - CHILD ADVOCACY RESOURCE AND EDUCATION, INC.: Debra Adamson, Weld County Extension Office, stated Child Advocacy Resource and Education, Inc. (CARE) Minutes, January 8, 2001 2001-0093 Page 3 BC0016 works with grant funding to provide nutrition, food safety, and food shopping programs to low-income residents of Weld County. Ms.Adamson stated the classes will start tomorrow in collaboration with"Share Our Strength." She stated under this agreement, child care will be provided during the classes. Melody Hatten,Weld County Extension Office, submitted a description of program, marked Exhibit A,and a news article regarding a previously held class, marked Exhibit B. In response to Chair Geile, Ms. Adamson stated there will be no financial obligation for the County. Responding to Commissioner Jerke, Ms. Hatten stated the program is funding by money granted by Colorado Action for Healthy People. She stated there will be no reimbursement; however, the funding helps offset some of the cost for food provided to the children in the child care program. Commissioner Vaad moved to approve said agreement and authorize the Chair to sign. Seconded by Commissioner Masden, the motion carded unanimously. CONSIDER AGREEMENT FOR SALE AND PURCHASE OF REAL ESTATE,AND SPECIAL WARRANTY DEED AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN- ISLAND GROVE REGIONAL TREATMENT CENTER, INC.: Mr. Barker explained in September 2000, this agreement was drafted for the transfer of property located at the Weld County Business Park and was sent to the Island Grove Regional Treatment Center; however, they did not sign it until the end of December. Mr. Barker stated he recommends approval. Commissioner Long moved to approve said agreement and authorize the Chair to sign. The motion,which was seconded by Commissioner Vaad, carried unanimously. CONSIDER SMALL TRACT OIL AND GAS LEASE AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN-PRIMA OIL AND GAS COMPANY: Mr. Barker stated Weld County policy provides that parcels of 5 acres or less do not require a formal bid procedure to lease the mineral rights. He stated Prima Oil and Gas Company has paid the minimum $200.00 and he recommends approval. Commissioner Vaad moved to approve said small tract oil and gas lease and authorize the Chair to sign. Commissioner Masden seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. PLANNING: CONSIDER IMPROVEMENTS AGREEMENT ACCORDING TO POLICY REGARDING COLLATERAL FOR IMPROVEMENTS(PRIVATE ROAD MAINTENANCE)AND ACCEPT FORM OF COLLATERAL FOR PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT, S #578 - DONALD LAFAVER: Anne Best Johnson, Department of Planning Services, stated staff received a Promissory Note, in the amount of $350,000.00, from the property owner on December 5, 2000, which has been reviewed by the County Attorney's Office. Ms. Johnson gave a brief description of the location of the site, and reviewed the improvements covered by the collateral. In response to Commissioner Jerke, Mr. Barker stated the form of collateral was reviewed by Lee Morrison,Assistant County Attorney, as to whether the County is listed in the first position for a lien on the Deed. Mr. Barker requested the Board recess this matter to allow Mr. Morrison to come and discuss the terms of the agreement and collateral. Following discussion of the following item, Chair Geile reconvened this matter and Mr.Morrison addressed CommissionerJerke's question. He stated the County is in the first position on the Deed, and is in position to take full benefit of the Deed of Trust. Responding further to Commissioner Jerke, Mr. Morrison stated Lots 2 and 3 are part of the same phase; however,they will not be marketed until the improvements are complete, and then the Deed will be released to allow the property owner to list the two lots on the market. Commissioner Vaad moved to approve said agreement and accept the form of collateral. Commissioner Masden seconded the motion, which carried unanimously. CONSIDER CANCELLATION AND RELEASE OF COLLATERAL FOR SPR #242 - SOHNE II ENTERPRISES, LLC: Ms.Johnson stated the applicant has requested a total release of the collateral held for Site Plan Review#242, in the amount of$8,921.70. She stated the County Attorney's Office and the Department of Public Works have reviewed the request and recommend approval. Ms.Johnson explained the site was previously annexed into the City of Greeley; however, Weld County held the collateral until Minutes, January 8, 2001 2001-0093 Page 4 BC0016 the improvements were completed. Commissioner Jerke moved to cancel and release said collateral. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Vaad, and it 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. BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WELD CO TY, COLORADO ATTEST: ligili ►� �'� � lLGP/ a M. J. eile, Chair Weld County Clerk to the 3,ar.ctpQ2 nn, �//�/7 /// '1881 ,E eiin 4 I Glenn Vaad, Bfe�Tem G ��'� n BY: mss - �_ , Deputy Clerk to the Bo'% O CU 1�- "t---( q - ,. W' m H. Jerke Davi E. Long I. Zvi J Robert D. Masden Minutes, January 8, 2001 2001-0093 Page 5 BC0016 Hello