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Home My WebLink About20001007 RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS MINUTES BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WELD COUNTY, COLORADO MAY 3, 2000 TAPE #2000-13 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 3, 2000, 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 Barbara J. Kirkmeyer, Chair Commissioner M. J. Geile, Pro-Tem Commissioner George E. Baxter Commissioner Dale K. Hall Commissioner Glenn Vaad 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 Baxter moved to approve the minutes of the Board of County Commissioners meeting of May 1, 2000, as printed. Commissioner Flail seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. READ ORDINANCE BY TAPE: READ ORDINANCE #217 BY TAPE: Commissioner Hall moved to read Ordinance #217 by tape. Commissioner Geile seconded the motion, which carried unanimously. ADDITIONS TO AGENDA: There were no additions to the agenda. CONSENT AGENDA: Commissioner Baxter moved to approve the consent agenda as printed. Commissioner Geile seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. PROCLAMATIONS: SUICIDE PREVENTION WEEK - MAY 7-13, 2000: Chair Kirkmeyer read the certificate proclaiming May 7-13, 2000, as Suicide Prevention Week. Patricia Glenn, volunteer for Suicide Education, accepted the proclamation. COMMISSIONER COORDINATOR REPORTS: Commissioner Vaad stated the Social Services budget was approved with enough money to cover 80 beds in residential treatment centers. However, before the year was half over, the facilities were using 103 beds, and it costs approximately $4,000 per month to house a client. He stated at this rate there could be a $1 Million deficit at the end of the year. Commissioner Vaad stated he and Judy Griego have met with various entities to discuss options to resolve the situation. 2000-1007 BC0016 Commissioner Geile commented he had read an editorial in the Greeley Tribune, dated May 3, 2000, which indicated it appears the Board has been retaliating against the Library Board. Commissioner Geile stated this is not the intention of the Board; rather, the intent is to sever any ties with the Library Board to avoid any precedent setting situations. In response to Commissioner Geile, Mr.Warden indicated that this action has been anticipated by the Library Board. Commissioner Vaad commented the services offered to the Library Board are not offered to other area libraries and this change will cause the system to be more consistent. 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 $856,477.72 Commissioner Hall moved to approve the warrants as presented by Mr. Warden. Commissioner Vaad seconded the motion, which carried unanimously. BIDS: PRESENT ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES FOR THE SOUTHWEST WELD COUNTY ADMINISTRATION BUILDING BID- FINANCE DEPARTMENT: Mr. Warden presented the seven bids received. Said bids will be considered for approval on Wednesday, May 17, 2000. APPROVE WINDOW CLEANING FOR VARIOUS BUILDINGS BID - BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS DEPARTMENT: Mr. Warden stated the Buildings and Grounds Department recommends this item be continued for the period of one week to allow it adequate time to clarify some details with the apparent low bidder. Commissioner Geile moved to continue said bid to May 10, 2000, at 9:00. Seconded by Commissioner Baxter, the motion carried unanimously. NEW BUSINESS: CONSIDER PETITION FOR ABATEMENT OR REFUND OF TAXES AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN- STEVEN AND KIM JOHNSON: Michael Sampson, Assessor's Office, stated this property should have been assessed as vacant land for 1999 and he recommends approval. Commissioner Hall moved to approve said petition and authorize the Chair to sign. Seconded by Commissioner Geile, the motion carried unanimously. CONSIDER PETITION FOR ABATEMENT OR REFUND OF TAXES AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN- RONALD AND SHARON AUSTIN: Mr. Sampson stated the petitioner has provided adequate proof that the land was used for agricultural purposes and he recommends approval. Commissioner Vaad moved to approve said petition and authorize the Chair to sign. Seconded by Commissioner Baxter, the motion carried unanimously. CONSIDER PETITION FOR ABATEMENT OR REFUND OF TAXES AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN- FBTC LEASING CORPORATION, C/O LIVING CENTERS OF AMERICA: Mr. Sampson stated the property was assessed as commercial but should have been residential and he recommends approval. Commissioner Baxter moved to approve said petition and authorize the Chair to sign. Seconded by Commissioner Hall, the motion carried unanimously. Minutes, May 3, 2000 2000-1007 Page 2 BC0016 CONSIDER PETITION FOR ABATEMENT OR REFUND OF TAXES AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN- MELVIN AND IDAGENE STECKEL: Mr. Sampson recommended approval due to a data entry error. Commissioner Geile moved to approve said petition and authorize the Chair to sign. Seconded by Commissioner Vaad, the motion carried unanimously. CONSIDER PETITION FOR ABATEMENT OR REFUND OF TAXES AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN- CONCEPT IV REALTY GROUP LTD: Mr. Sampson stated portions of the building had been split off and sold as condominiums to individuals. He stated it was an apartment building prior to 1999, and the abated amount represents the units that have been converted into condominiums. Commissioner Baxter moved to approve said petition and authorize the Chair to sign. Seconded by Commissioner Geile, the motion carried unanimously. PLANNING: FIRST READING OF ORDINANCE #217, IN THE MATTER OF ADOPTING A COORDINATED PLANNING AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE COUNTY WELD AND THE TOWN OF MILLIKEN: Chair Kirkmeyer clarified that Ordinance #217 has been read by tape. Anne Best Johnson, Department of Planning Services, stated the Department of Planning Services recommends approval of this agreement; however, the Planning Commission Resolution, dated April 4, 2000, was inconclusive due to a tie vote. Ms. Johnson stated she has not received correspondence regarding this matter since the Planning Commission hearing. Bruce Barker, County Attorney, stated he spoke with J. R. Schnelzer, Town of Milliken Administrator, yesterday regarding the two proposed changes. He stated Mr. Schnelzer has indicated the six-month time requirement is sufficient if the process only needs to be started; however,the 12-month time period will be necessary if the process is to be completed. Mr. Barker further stated the second change involves adding language regarding Highway 34 planning. No public testimony was offered concerning this matter. Mr. Barker recommended the Board delay its decision on including the proposed changes until the Town of Milliken has an opportunity to respond to the issue. Commissioner Geile moved to approve Ordinance #217 on first reading. Commissioner Baxter seconded the motion, which carried unanimously. (Clerk's Note: Commissioner Geile made comments which are included under Commissioner Coordinator Reports.) RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES: The resolutions were presented and signed as listed on the consent agenda. Ordinance #217 was approved on first reading. Let the minutes reflect that the above and foregoing actions were attested to and respectfully submitted by the Acting Clerk to the Board. Minutes, May 3, 2000 2000-1007 Page 3 BC0016 There being no further business, this meeting was adjourned at 9:20 a.m. BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS W LD COUNTY, COLO DO ATTEST: /LW iA. La AL4ti e!k¢z �J Barbara J. <meyer, hair Weld County Clerk to the B. :rd +� =; �►nry 1861 @©BY: aff. � - ��n►►` , M. J. ile, ro-Tem Deputy Clerk to the Boar•%(# N rg E. Baxte r Dale K. Hall EXCUSED DATE OF APPROVAL Glenn Vaad Minutes, May 3, 2000 2000-1007 Page 4 BC0016 Hello