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Home My WebLink About20260173 Resolution Approve Cooperating Team Member Agreement for Coordinated Investigations into Child Abuse and Neglect Allegations, and Authorize Department of Human Services, Sheriff's Office, and 19th Judicial District Attorney's Office to Sign — Life Stories Child and Family Advocacy Whereas, the Board of County Commissioners of Weld County, Colorado, pursuant to Colorado statute and the Weld County Home Rule Charter, is vested with the authority of administering the affairs of Weld County, Colorado, and Whereas, the Board has been presented with a Cooperating Team Member Agreement for the Coordinated Investigations into Child Abuse and Neglect Allegations among the County of Weld, State of Colorado, by and through the Board of County Commissioners of Weld County, on behalf of the Department of Human Services, the Sheriff's Office, and the 19th Judicial District Attorney's Office, and Life Stories Child and Family Advocacy, and various agencies, commencing January 15, 2026, and ending January 14, 2028, with further terms and conditions being as stated in said agreement, and Whereas, after review, the Board deems it advisable to approve said agreement, a copy of which is attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference. Now, therefore, be it resolved by the Board of County Commissioners of Weld County, Colorado, that the Cooperating Team Member Agreement for the Coordinated Investigations into Child Abuse and Neglect Allegations among the County of Weld, State of Colorado, by and through the Board of County Commissioners of Weld County, on behalf of the Department of Human Services, the Sheriff's Office, and the 19th Judicial District Attorney's Office, and Life Stories Child and Family Advocacy, and various agencies, be, and hereby is, approved. Be it further resolved by the Board that Jamie Ulrich, Director of the Department of Human Services, Steve Reams, Weld County Sheriff, and Michael Rourke, 19th Judicial District Attorney be, and hereby are, authorized to sign said agreement. cc.. VA S D 2026-0173 ea,\u3\atv SO0047 DA0029 HR0098 Cooperating Team Member Agreement for Coordinated Investigations into Child Abuse and Neglect Allegations — Life Stories Child and Family Advocacy Page 2 The Board of County Commissioners of Weld County, Colorado, approved the above and foregoing Resolution, on motion duly made and seconded, by the following vote on the 28th day of January, A.D., 2026, nunc pro tunc January 15, 2026: Scott K. James, Chair: Aye Jason S. Maxey, Pro-Tem: Aye ��* \- I /a • Perry L. Buck: Aye I .Ai Lynette Peppier: Aye =�� " Maj* Kevin D. Ross: Aye Aso Approved as to Form: `•®1I� Bruce Barker, County Attorney Attest: Esther E. Gesick, Clerk to the Board 2026-0173 SO0047 DA0029 HR0098 CUh't'1flaC+ IDO-10 Z49 VVELW Department of Human Services 970-352-1551 315 North 1 1 th Avenue COUNTY, CO Greeley, CO 80631 January 15, 2026 To: Board of County Commissioners Re: Life Stories Child Advocacy Center Cooperating Team Member Agreement Life Stories Child Advocacy Center has issued an updated Cooperating Team Member Agreement for Weld County multidisciplinary teams that provide professional expertise in responding to allegations of child abuse and neglect. The team includes, but are not limited to: • Law enforcement agencies • Child Protective Services • Medical and mental health professionals • Victim advocates • Prosecutors from the Weld County District Attorney's Office This updated agreement extends the term from January 15, 2026 through January 14, 2028. The Department requests approval for the DHS Director to sign the updated Life Stories Child Advocacy Center Cooperating Team Member Agreement. Sincerely, Jamie Ulrich, Director 2026-0173 Docusign Envelope ID: 18C69730-DA3F-48AE-B131-C3DB4BDB956A 1 Life Stories Child Advocacy Center Cooperating Team Member Agreement 2025-zo2.8 Mission At Life Stories Child& Family Advocacy,we believe that every child should live a life free of abuse in a safe, permanent home.We listen to stories and advocate on behalf of children who have been abused and neglected so that our children will have a better tomorrow. Vision We promise to create a responsive community where every life story is honored and valued as we advocate for children and families with compassion and respect. Purpose 1. Coordination of the team approach to investigations involving but not limited to (a) law enforcement personnel,(b)child protective services,(c) medical personnel, (d), mental health, (e)victim advocates and(f)prosecutors from the District Attorney's Office 2. To establish and maintain a nurturing, child-focused setting in which investigations can be done. 3. To centralize resource materials for professionals and families. 4. To enhance professional skills necessary to effectively respond to child abuse through training, education and collaboration. 5. To participate in activities which provide a comprehensive, multidisciplinary response to child abuse; and 6. To provide families with support and necessary referrals Scope of Services • Coordination of forensic interviews including the use of an in-house forensic interviewer; • The use of Life Stories facility both in Greeley and in Ft. Lupton; • Audio/Video recording of all interviews; • Coordination of non-acute medical examinations at the request of law enforcement; Life Stories Child Advocacy Center Cooperating Team Agreement 1 Docusign Envelope ID: 18C69730-DA3F-48AE-B131-C3DB4BDB956A 2 • Appropriate referrals and follow-up on referrals for children and families including but not limited to information on Crime Victim's Compensation,the Victims' Rights Act, therapy and medical exams. • Coordination of monthly case review staffings for the District Attorney's Office. THIS AGREEMENT is made by and between the agencies and individuals involved in Life Stories: The purpose of this agreement is to enhance the ability of agencies, organizations, and individuals to implement coordinated efforts in investigation of child abuse and neglect. Adherence to these policies and procedures should not be construed as a creation of a higher-level standard of safety or care with respect to any civil claim or criminal matter. Therefore, it is acknowledged that the UNDERSIGNED participating agencies and individuals agree to the following philosophical and policy statements supporting Life Stories: We recognize the trauma that occurs to children and families involved in child abuse and neglect. In order to reduce that trauma, Life Stories and key members of the multidisciplinary team have developed a cooperative team approach to conducting child abuse and neglect investigations. To facilitate this team approach, Life Stories enhances the cooperation and coordination of those involved in the protection of children. Life Stories offers a safe, child focused environment to centralize the investigation and prosecution efforts for child victims of abuse. Each of the undersigned agencies and individuals has specific responsibilities for the protection of victims and the investigation of child abuse which are outlined in their individual policy and procedures and any joint agreements among team members. Use of Life Stories does not alter specific role responsibilities. Child abuse and neglect investigations require timely sharing of information in order to coordinate services effectively.The team also agrees to uphold the highest standards of confidentiality during the coordination of these cases. Information will not be shared outside of the MDT without an additional signed written agreement in place. If the individual or agency is not considered a part of Life Stories or the MDT(ex. Parents, Legal Aid, private attorney, etc.)then a release must be ordered by subpoena.To ensure compliance will all relevant statutes, rules and regulations, Life Stories consults with investigative parties prior to sharing any forensically relevant information outside of the MDT. Child abuse and neglect investigations require timely sharing of information to coordinate services effectively.The team also agrees to uphold the highest standards of confidentiality during the coordination of these cases. Information will not be shared outside of the MDT without an additional signed written agreement in place. If the individual or agency is not Life Stories Child Advocacy Center Cooperating Team Agreement 2 Docusign Envelope ID: 18C69730-DA3F-48AE-B131-C3DB4BDB956A 3 considered a part of Life Stories or the MDT(ex. Parents, Legal Aid, private attorney,etc.) then a release must be ordered by subpoena.To ensure compliance will all relevant statutes, rules and regulations, Life Stories consults with investigative parties prior to sharing any forensically relevant information outside of the MDT. Information sharing is done for the purposes of: We believe that by functioning as a multi-disciplinary team,we are providing Weld County children and families with a more positive approach that is effective in the timely resolution of specific cases and the ultimate resolution of the larger social issue. All parties are responsible for adhering to the Colorado Children's Code and the Colorado Criminal Statutes. All parties understand that this agreement, in no way, shall be construed to: • limit law enforcement's authority to investigate reports of child abuse and neglect; • limit the Department of Human Services authority to assess, respond, and investigate reports of child abuse and neglect nor limit DHS authority to make all subsequent decisions on behalf of children placed in protective custody; • dictate medical practitioner's procedures for medical examinations or limit their authority or responsibility for medical care. Therefore,to better protect and serve the children of Weld County, we agree to support the concept, philosophy, policies, procedures, and continued development of Life Stories Child Advocacy Center. Members of Life Stories multidisciplinary team agree to: • Utilize Life Stories for at least 75%of the interviews of child victims of sexual abuse,ages 2.5 to 17 years of age. Life Stories will be further utilized for severe physical abuse, severe neglect,and witnesses to crime for children 2.5 to 17 years of age,as appropriate. Life Stories will also interview 18-year-olds and adults with developmental delays and special needs as determined by the forensic interviewer and the investigating parties. No suspected perpetrators are allowed at Life Stories. If a juvenile is a suspect and a victim,the juvenile will only be interviewed at Life Stories as a victim at which time no other children are allowed in the Child Advocacy Center. • Review Life Stories Policies and Procedures and be signatories on the Cooperating Team Agreement. • Share and receive pertinent case information in a timely manner and in adherence to relevant state laws. • Contact families on their caseload to ensure continued communication throughout the life of the case. Life Stories Child Advocacy Center Cooperating Team Agreement 3 Docusign Envelope ID: 18C69730-DA3F-48AE-B131-C3DB4BDB956A 4 • Abide by all applicable confidentiality requirements of CR519-1-303 and CRS 19-3-307. • Send investigators to attend monthly Case Review staffings with the District Attorney's Office. This agreement will be signed every 3 years unless the following conditions arise: • Changes are made to the Cooperating Team Agreement; • There is a change in leadership in any of the signees. Only the new leadership will sign and they will be added back to the 3-year signing schedule. THUS,this Agreement has been executed by the Parties on the Signing Date. Imo, DocuSigned by: Date: 10/23/2025 B Csa Pratt, Y. rau7nr�onraeoa Lisa Drake, Executive Director Life Stories Child& Family Advocacy DocuSigned by: Date: 9/30/2025 By: �j w Y C601006D6647471... Dakota Germer, Chief Aukrayce Department Date: 11/21/2025 B�/ Fit. m& sta/4s Matthew B.Skaggs,Chief Da ceraRyPol/ice Department Date: 10/6/2025 By: CJasetA, b / FAlrlAARAAAAAee Jason Bollhorst, Chief Eaton Police Department Signed by: Date: 12/8/2025 B I�saidt Ma:4. y l occD313rce04c417... Randall Darlin, Chief Evans Police Department Signed by: Date: 9/30/2025 B a YAa77nr7AontruiP David Angelo,Chief Firestonece Department cuu igneedyoli 1/5/2026 Date: By: N—DVAWC257g"6" Todd Norris, Chief Freegoaric dby:k Police Department 3 Date: 1/12/2026 B I „s.. G''s"'4. -- -- y: 046 A6D62_261"3r... Life Stories Child Advocacy Center Cooperating Team Agreement 4 Docusign Envelope ID: 18C69730-DA3F-48AE-B131-C3DB4BDB956A 5 William Carnes, Chief FoWt L I eton Police Department Date: 10/6/2025 By: 607F07036332472... Jeremy Black, Chief Garden City Police Department Ph* Sgnedby::hDate: 9/24/2025 By: IIC ElF380036247'c0... Adam Turk, Chief Gre�el�e�y'Police Department ron 12/8/2025 S.col S-GAWidc. Date: By: `—gtvg7ogaceCnec6 Scott Sedgwick, Chief HusIwpj Police Department Date: 10/6/2025 L,1�.11 Sfr'OSS1nt,V' By: 7FF44461BA78"2D... Jeff Strossner, Chief Johnstown Police Department tSigned by: Date: 10/13/2025 , " B By: OUCOSav603410... Jim Jensen,Chief bittA- gp,g Police Department Date: 10/13/2025 B Y' AR1FAFBM10F4Af1 Jonathan Lange,Chief KerSig^ey s P:olice Department by Date: 10/23/2025 By: F6AA",1,,,,.. t,Ylit AL1, Kenny Fernandez, Chief LaSalle Police Department Signed by: 1/12/2026 Date: By: AFF�FHS�� Tracey McCoy, Chief Locph�l �,cdVyPlice Department Date: 9/29/2025 By: LPVU&t MwIltUAS 7Rr5R7AWPAArr Brent Newbanks, Chief >4,4g11 ye Department Date: 9/26/2025 B : SC itO Garcia. Y AOFoRR15A445C Benito Garcia, Chief Milliken Police Department Life Stories Child Advocacy Center Cooperating Team Agreement 5 Docusign Envelope ID: 18C69730-DA3F-48AE-B131-C3DB4BDB956A 6 ,—sl/Igned--by: 12/8/2025 t`+( � (,4Vut.Gt, Date: BY: %.—RA7R907f1CFR14f13 Rick Florence, Chief Nutn Police Department �gned by: Date: 9/29/2025 By: r�awl C4166CD2COAQA37 Carl Dwyer, Chief e/Gilcrest Police Department 10/13/2025 Y Date: : `-34FSFC7f R55247R Kenneth Chavez, Chief SSe1eyle•��-pyce Police Department Date: 1/5/2026 By: I Jlu� +S DA2094RRFAA94AR Steve Reams, Sheriff Wt County Sheriff's Office Date: 12/29/2025 F atorisObt. By: nrrc2Dnoroco162_ Steve Garrison, Chief Windsor Police Department Signed by: Date: 12/8/2025 B 1�11G�A �°otArtt, y' ..00613CO01-60432. Michael Rourke, District Attorney Weld County District Attorney Office Sgn bIy:II'� I Date: 1/15/2026 By: rjasiit, Utriclt, D791030.E13`4'2 Jamie Ulrich, Department Director Weld County Department of Human Services Life Stories Child Advocacy Center Cooperating Team Agreement 6 Contract Form Entity Information Entity Name* Entity ID* New Entity? Please use the job LIFE STORIES CHILD & FAMILY SUP-7346 aid linked here to add a ADVOCACY 0 supplier in Workday. Contract Name* Contract ID Parent Contract ID LIFE STORIES CHILD & FAMILY ADVOCACY 10249 COOPERATING TEAM MEMEBER AGREEMENT (2025- Requires Board Approval 2028) Contract Lead* YES WLUNA Contract Status Department Project# CTB REVIEW Contract Lead Email wluna@weld.gov;cobbxxl k@weld.gov Contract Description* LIFE STORIES CHILD & FAMILY ADVOCACY COOPERATING TEAM MEMEBER AGREEMENT (2025-2028) TO UPDATE TERM DATE THROUGH JANUARY 14, 2028. Contract Description 2 MEMO ROUTING WITH THIS ENTRY, DATED 1 /1 5/26. Contract Type* Department Requested BOCC Agenda Due Date AGREEMENT HUMAN SERVICES Date* 01 /24/2026 01 /28/2026 Amount* Department Email $0.00 CM- Will a work session with BOCC be required?* HumanServices@weld.gov NO Renewable* YES Department Head Email Does Contract require Purchasing Dept. to be CM-HumanServices- included? Automatic Renewal DeptHead@weld.gov Grant County Attorney IGA GENERAL COUNTY ATTORNEY EMAIL County Attorney Email CM- COUNTYATTORNEY@WEL D.GOV If this is a renewal enter previous Contract ID If this is part of a MSA enter MSA Contract ID Note. the Previous Contract Number and Master Services Agreement Number should be left blank if those contracts are not in OnBase Contract Dates Effective Date Review Date* Renewal Date* 11 /13/2026 01 /15/2027 Termination Notice Period Committed Delivery Date Expiration Date Contact Information Contact Info Contact Name Contact Type Contact Email Contact Phone 1 Contact Phone 2 Purchasing Purchasing Approver Purchasing Approved Date Approval Process Department Head Finance Approver Legal Counsel JAMIE ULRICH CHRIS D'OVIDIO BYRON HOWELL DH Approved Date Finance Approved Date Legal Counsel Approved Date 0116/2026 01 /22/2026 01 /22/2026 Final Approval BOCC Approved Tyler Ref# AG 012826 BOCC Signed Date Originator BOCC Agenda Date WLUNA 01 /28/2026 Hello