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MINUTES
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
WELD COUNTY, COLORADO
NOVEMBER 1, 2000
TAPE#2000-31
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, November 1, 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 Hall moved to approve the minutes of the Board of County Commissioners
meeting of October 30, 2000, as printed. Commissioner Geile seconded the motion, and it carried
unanimously.
READ ORDINANCE BY TAPE:
READ ORDINANCES #82-W, #84-W, AND #136-O BY TAPE: Commissioner Baxter move to read
Ordinances#82-W,#84-W,and#136-O by tape. Commissioner Hall 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 Hall seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously.
COMMISSIONER COORDINATOR REPORTS: There were no Commissioner Coordinator Reports.
PUBLIC INPUT: There was no public input.
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WARRANTS: Donald Warden, Director of Finance and Administration, presented the following warrants
for approval by the Board:
All Funds $236,992.35
Electronic Transfers -All Funds $135,555.36
Commissioner Hall moved to approve the warrants as presented by Mr. Warden. Commissioner Geile
seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.
BIDS:
PRESENT BIDS: Mr. Warden stated there are no bids to present.
NEW BUSINESS:
CONSIDER UPDATE TO 2001 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZE
CHAIR TO SIGN: Walt Speckman, Director of Human Services, stated this update reflects revisions to
previously estimated figures on the application to represent the actual costs. Commissioner Vaad moved
to approve said update and authorize the Chair to sign. Seconded by Commissioner Baxter, the motion
carried unanimously.
CONSIDER GRANT AGREEMENT/CONTRACT FOR ADULT NUTRITION AND EXERCISE PROGRAM
AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN - COLORADO ACTION FOR HEALTHY PEOPLE: Mark Wallace,
Director of Public Health and Environment, stated under this agreement the Weld County Department of
Public Health and Environment will work with the Area Agency on Aging, Diabetes Disease Management
of North Colorado Medical Center, CSU Extension Services, and Aims Community College. He explained
said agencies will conduct nutrition classes, obtain a new location for introductory adult exercise classes,
and coordinate the Weld County Diabetes Coalition. For these services,Weld County has been awarded
$10,000.00 for the term beginning October 15, 2000, and ending October 14, 2001. Commissioner Vaad
moved to approve said agreement and authorize the Chair to sign. Commissioner Geile seconded the
motion, which carried unanimously.
CONSIDER AGREEMENT FOR SUICIDE EDUCATION AND SUPPORT SERVICES AND AUTHORIZE
CHAIR TO SIGN: Dr.Wallace stated the Weld County Department of Public Health and Environment has
been awarded grant funding to implement a multimedia suicide prevention and education campaign
targeting the general population of Weld County. Under this agreement, the Department will reimburse
Suicide Education and Support Services of Weld County in the amount of $22,460.00 to provide said
campaign for the term beginning October 1,2000,and ending September 30,2001. Commissioner Baxter
moved to approve said agreement and authorize the Chair to sign. The motion was seconded by
Commissioner Geile, and it carried unanimously.
CONSIDER CONTRACT RENEWAL LETTER #1 FOR SUICIDE PREVENTION PROGRAM AND
AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN: Dr. Wallace stated this contract change order renews funding to Weld
County which will be used to subcontract with the Suicide Education and Support Services of Weld County
to provide the services as discussed in the previous matter. Commissioner Vaad moved to approve said
renewal letter and authorize the Chair to sign. The motion,which was seconded by Commissioner Geile,
carried unanimously.
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CONSIDER TASK ORDER FOR TOBACCO EDUCATION,PREVENTION,AND CESSATION PROGRAM
AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN: Dr. Wallace stated the Weld County Department of Public Health
and Environment has been appropriated funds in the amount of $104,907.00 to implement a tobacco
education, prevention, and cessation program. The funds will also provide for the purchase of two
computers, software, and office furniture, as well as hiring 1.5 additional health education specialists, a
half-time office technician, and increase the current field coordinator's position from half-time to full-time.
Commissioner Geile moved to approve said task order and authorize the Chair to sign. Seconded by
Commissioner Vaad, the motion carried unanimously.
CONSIDER GRANT APPLICATION FOR COLORADO NURSE HOME VISITOR PROGRAM AND
AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN: Dr. Wallace stated the Weld County Department of Public Health and
Environment is applying for funds to provide a nurse home visitation program to first time low-income
mothers and their children. He explained the program is designed to prevent child abuse and neglect,
improve parenting skills, promote use of the health care system,develop financial independence,and less
involvement with the legal system. Dr.Wallace stated participants receive visitation during the pregnancy
through the child's second birthday. In response to Commissioners Geile and Vaad, Dr. Wallace stated
this program will be funded for two and one-half years because the application materials were not provided
in a timely manner to allow for funding of the entire first fiscal year. Commissioner Baxter moved to
approve said application and authorize the Chair to sign. Commissioner Geile seconded the motion.
Commissioner Vaad stated he attended workshops when it was decided to use tobacco company
settlement funds to provide a home visiting nurse program. He stated this program has the potential for
good results as documented in other areas already implementing the program. The motion carried
unanimously.
CONSIDER RESOLUTION RE: DECLARE EXHIBITION BUILDING AT ISLAND GROVE PARK AS PART
OF THE TREASURER'S OFFICE: Mr. Barker stated according to Section 39-11-109 of the Colorado
Revised Statute,the delinquent tax sales should be held at the Treasurer's Office. He explained since the
sale is going to be held at the Island Grove Exhibition Building to provide adequate room, it would be
appropriate to designate the Exhibition Building as part of the Treasurer's Office for one day only to comply
with the statute. Commissioner Vaad moved to approve said Resolution. Commissioner Baxter seconded
the motion, which carried unanimously.
FIRST READING OF ORDINANCE #82-W, IN THE MATTER OF REPEALING AND RE-ENACTING
ORDINANCE NO.82-V,THE SETTING OF FEES FOR SERVICES PROVIDED BY THE WELD COUNTY
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENT: Chair Kirkmeyer clarified that Ordinance
#82-W has been read by tape. Mr.Warden stated this Ordinance reflects Environmental and Nursing fees
as set by State statute and increasing costs, and some fees are determined based on household income.
Mr. Warden stated the fees have been indicated in the budget and he recommends approval. No public
testimony was offered concerning this matter. Commissioner Geile moved to approve Ordinance#82-W
on first reading. Seconded by Commissioner Vaad, the motion carried unanimously.
FIRST READING OF ORDINANCE #84-W, IN THE MATTER OF REPEALING AND RE-ENACTING
ORDINANCE NO. 84-V, THE SETTING OF FEES FOR SERVICES PROVIDED BY WELD COUNTY:
Chair Kirkmeyer clarified that Ordinance#84-W has been read by tape. Mr.Warden stated this Ordinance
establishes the various fees charged for Weld County services. He stated the changes include adding the
fee to rent the new Training Center, a four percent increase for Ambulance Services,an increased fee for
returned checks, computerized searches, and Treasurer's aerial maps, as well as fees for new maps
provided by GIS. No public testimony was offered concerning this matter. Commissioner Geile moved
to approve Ordinance #84-W on first reading. Seconded by Commissioner Vaad, the motion carried
unanimously.
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FIRST READING OF ORDINANCE#136-O, IN THE MATTER OF REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 136-N
AND RE-ENACTING THE SETTING OF THE AMOUNT OF PURCHASES WHICH MUST BE BY
WRITTEN SEALED BIDS WITH A TEN-DAY PERIOD FOR CONSIDERATION: Chair Kirkmeyer clarified
that Ordinance#136-O has been read by tape. Mr. Warden stated the Home Rule Charter was amended
in 1984 requiring the Board set the minimum amount which required a sealed bid. He explained the
amount has changed over the years, and due to inflation he recommends the minimum amount be
increased to $10,000.00. Commissioner Baxter moved to approve Ordinance #136-O on first reading.
Seconded by Commissioner Geile, the motion carried unanimously.
PLANNING:
CONSIDER INDEMNITY AGREEMENT FOR LOST LETTER OF CREDIT INSTRUMENT FOR SITE PLAN
REVIEW#315 - KINGS COURT PROPERTIES, LLLP: Lee Morrison, Assistant County Attorney, stated
the applicant claims a letter of credit was received by the Clerk to the Board's Office; however, the Clerk
to the Board's Office has indicated that all mail is received there and distributed. Mr. Morrison stated the
Letter of Credit has not been located by the County Attorney's Office or Planning Services. He further
stated this Indemnity Agreement provides for the issuance of a new Letter of Credit,with the understanding
that if the old collateral is found, it can not be drawn on. Commissioner Geile moved to approve said
indemnity agreement and authorize the Chair to sign. Seconded by Commissioner Baxter, the motion
carried unanimously.
RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES: The resolutions were presented and signed as listed on the consent
agenda. Ordinances#82-W, #84-W, and #136-O were 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.
There being no further business, this meeting was adjourned at 9:25 a.m.
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