HomeMy WebLinkAbout20260377 Record of Proceedings
Minutes
Board of County Commissioners
Weld County, Colorado
Wednesday, February 25, 2026
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 Administration Building, Greeley, Colorado 80631 , on February 25,
2026, 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 Scott K. James, Chair — Excused
Commissioner Jason S. Maxey, Pro-Tem
Commissioner Perry L. Buck
Commissioner Lynette Peppier
Commissioner Kevin D. Ross — Excused
Also present:
Acting Clerk to the Board, Houstan Aragon
County Attorney, Bruce Barker
Minutes: Commissioner Buck moved to approve the Board of County Commissioners
meeting minutes from February 9, 2026, as printed. Commissioner Peppier seconded the
motion and it carried unanimously. Additionally, Commissioner Peppier moved to approve
the Board of County Commissioners meeting minutes from February 11, 2026, as printed.
Commissioner Buck seconded the motion and it carried unanimously.
Amendments to Agenda: There were no amendments to the Agenda.
Consent Agenda: Commissioner Peppier moved to approve the Consent Agenda, as
printed. Commissioner Buck seconded the motion and it carried unanimously.
Warrants:
1. General Warrants: Commissioner Buck moved to approve the General Warrants,
as printed. Commissioner Peppier seconded the motion and it carried
unanimously.
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Bids:
1 . Approve Bid #B2500154, Motor Pool Complex Renovation and Addition —
Facilities Department: Toby Taylor, Purchasing Department, stated staff
recommends selecting the lowest bidder who met specifications, TCC Corporation,
for a total amount of $19,996,954.00. Commissioner Buck moved to approve said
bid. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Peppier and it carried
unanimously.
2. Approve Bid #B2600006, Household Hazardous Waste Dacono Remodel —
Facilities Department: Mr. Taylor reviewed staff's recommendation to select
G2 Construction, LLC, the low bidder meeting specifications, for a total amount of
$251,794.00. Commissioner Buck moved to approve said bid. The motion was
seconded by Commissioner Peppier and it carried unanimously.
3. Approve Bid #B2600013, Material Hauling — Department of Public Works:
Mr. Taylor introduced 4X Industrial, LLC, as the low bidder selected by staff and
confirmed they met all specifications, with said bid amount not to exceed
$2,520,000.00. Commissioner Peppier moved to approve said bid. The motion was
seconded by Commissioner Buck and it carried unanimously.
New Business — General:
1 . Consider Expenditure Authorization for Cooperative Purchases of Four (4)
Vehicles Pursuant to Douglas County Invitation for Bid (IFB) #027-25 Scope
of Services and Specifications with Ken Garff Ford of Greeley: Mr. Taylor
stated the Department of Fleet Services desires to purchase four (4) new trucks
on behalf of the Department of Public Works, by utilizing the pricing indicated by
the Douglas County IFB #027-25. He explained cooperative purchases are
authorized under Section 5-4-100 of the Weld County Code, therefore, staff
recommends said expenditure, for a total amount of $330,654.00, as budgeted by
the Department of Public Works for 2026. Commissioner Buck moved to approve
said expenditure and authorize said purchase. The motion was seconded by
Commissioner Peppier and it carried unanimously.
2. Consider Contract ID #10403 Participation Agreement for Online Posts of Jail
Surety Bail Bonds for Compliance of House Bill, HB25-1015, and Authorize
Chair Pro-Tem and Treasurer to Sign — AilPaid, Inc.: Sergeant Jerry Aguirre,
Sheriff's Office, stated the agreement allows for the Jail to be compliant House Bill,
HB25-1015, by providing individuals to post their surety bail bonds online, at no
cost to the County. Commissioner Buck moved to approve said agreement and
authorize the Chair Pro-Tem and the Treasurer to sign. The motion was seconded
by Commissioner Peppier and it carried unanimously.
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3. Consider Contract ID #10378 Memorandum of Understanding for Weld
County Early Childhood Executive Council Membership and Authorize
Department of Human Services to Sign — United Way of Weld County:
Tami Grant, Deputy Director of the Department of Human Services, stated the
memorandum of understanding (MOU) allows for a membership for Sherry McCary
to be appointed, at no cost to the County. Commissioner Peppler moved to approve
said MOU and authorize the Department of Human Services to sign. Seconded by
Commissioner Buck, and the motion carried unanimously.
4. Consider Contract ID #10381 2026 Annual Program Plan and Addendum for
Child Support Services, and Authorize Department of Human Services to
Sign and Submit: Ms. Grant stated the Annual Plan required by the State includes
the department budget for the Child Support Services program, with activities and
events scheduled for the upcoming year. She noted the funding breakdown for the
program is 66% federal and 34% county to support 31 employees in the division,
with a term from January 1 , 2026, through December 31 , 2026.
Commissioner Peppler moved to approve said plan and authorize the Department
of Human Services to sign and submit. The motion was seconded by
Commissioner Buck and it carried unanimously.
5. Consider Reappointments of Veterans Service Officers and Assistant
Veterans Service Officer: Commissioner Buck moved to approve said
reappointments. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Peppler and it
carried unanimously.
6. Consider Contract ID #10385 Purchase and Installation Agreement for
Replacement Roof Top Units (RTUs) at 1401 North 17th Avenue, Greeley, and
Authorize Chair Pro-Tem to Sign — MTECH Mechanical Technologies Group,
Inc.: Patrick O'Neill, Director of the Facilities Department, recalled the 2026
Budget included a line item to replace said RTUs later this year for the Department
of Information Technology; however, due to damage resulting from a recent high
wind event, replacement needs to occur immediately. He explained the nature of
the urgent replacement is considered non-routine, as outlined under Item #18
under Section 5-4-80 of the Weld County Code; therefore, staff recommends
approval for the amount of$341 ,066.00. Commissioner Peppler moved to approve
said agreement and authorize the Chair Pro-Tem to sign. The motion was
seconded by Commissioner Buck and it carried unanimously.
7. Consider Contract ID #10380 Grant Application for 2026 Food and Drug
Administration (FDA) Voluntary National Retail Food Regulatory Program
Standards, and Authorize Department of Public Health and Environment to
Submit — National Environmental Health Association (NEHA):
Jason Chessher, Director of the Department of Public Health and Environment,
requested to submit said application with the desire to use funds to meet food
regulation standards, and if awarded, will then enter into a contract.
Commissioner Buck moved to approve said application and authorize the
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Department of Public Health and Environment to submit electronically. The motion
was seconded by Commissioner Peppler and it carried unanimously.
8. Consider Contract ID #10382 Amendment #4 to Task Order Contract for
Syphilis Field Delivered Therapy (FDT) and Jail-Based Sexually Transmitted
Infection (STI) Programs, and Authorize Chair Pro-Tern to Sign: Mr. Chessher
stated amendment #4 reflects how the program has evolved in the past year and
a half for respective roles and expectations. Commissioner Buck moved to approve
said amendment and authorize the Chair Pro-Tem to sign. The motion was
seconded by Commissioner Peppler and it carried unanimously.
9. Consider Contract ID #10402 Memorandum of Understanding for Community
Support of Maternal and Child Health, and Authorize Chair to Sign —
Community Cradle: Mr. Chessher explained the department works with many
clients from the community and stated the MOU allows for a partnership to support
said clients and provide car seats and like items to mothers with children aged birth
through two (2) years old. Chair Pro-Tem Maxey extended his appreciation for
meeting the needs of residents in need and clarifying the expectation for the
facilitation of said services. Commissioner Peppler moved to approve said MOU
and authorize the Chair Pro-Tem to sign. The motion was seconded by
Commissioner Buck and it carried unanimously.
10. Consider Extension to Temporary Emergency Closure of County Road 34
Between County Roads 31 and 33: Amy Mutchie, Department of Public Works,
requested retroactive approval of a three (3) day extension through February 19,
2026, for completion of emergency operations. Commissioner Peppier moved to
approve said extension to temporary closure. The motion was seconded by
Commissioner Buck and it carried unanimously.
11 . Consider Temporary Closure of County Road 14 Between County Roads 31
and 37: Ms. Mutchie presented said closure on behalf of EZ Excavation and the
City of Fort Lupton from March 2, 2026, through March 16, 2026, for the installation
of a 20-inch water main. She stated the detour route is paved and communication
of said closer is being handled by the contractor. Commissioner Buck moved to
approve said temporary closure. The motion was seconded by Commissioner
Peppier and it carried unanimously.
12. Consider Temporary Closure of County Road 42 Between County Roads 15
and 17: Ms. Mutchie presented said closure on behalf of SJ Louis and the City of
Thornton from March 5, 2026, through March 10, 2026, for the installation of a
42-inch water main. She stated the detour route is dust treated and paved.
Commissioner Buck moved to approve said temporary closure. The motion was
seconded by Commissioner Peppier and it carried unanimously.
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13. Consider Temporary Closure for Intersection of "0" Street and 59th Avenue
(aka County Road 31): Ms. Mutchie presented said closure on behalf of Connell
Resources and the City of Greeley, from March 9, 2026, through June 26, 2026,
for the construction of a roundabout. She stated the detour route is paved and
message boards will be placed for the duration of the closure, in addition to post
cards and social media platforms to notify the public. Commissioner Peppler
moved to approve said temporary closure. The motion was seconded by
Commissioner Buck and it carried unanimously.
14. Consider Contract ID #10394 Contract for Electric Service Installation and
Maintenance of Streetlights for Roundabout Project at Intersection of County
Roads 54 and 13, and Authorize Chair Pro-Tern to Sign — Poudre Valley Rural
Electric Association, Inc. (PVREA): Clay Kimmi, Department of Public Works,
stated the contract is for the installation and maintenance of street lighting for the
roundabout project located at the intersection of County Roads (CRs) 54 and 13.
He indicated the process will occur in late July 2026, for the amount of$86,385.16,
which is included in the department's 2026 budget. Commissioner Buck moved to
approve said contract and authorize the Chair Pro-Tem to sign.
Commissioner Peppier seconded the motion and it carried unanimously.
15. Consider Lease Agreement for Building Space (914 11th Avenue, Greeley)
and Authorize Chair Pro-Tem to Sign — High Plains Medical, LLC:
Bruce Barker, County Attorney, stated the Board approved the purchase of the
building at the end of January 2026, and now that the County is closing on the
property to gain ownership; however, this lease will allow the current tenant to
remain for an additional month. Commissioner Buck moved to approve said lease
agreement. Commissioner Peppler seconded the motion and it carried
unanimously.
16. Consider Petition for Annexation of a Portion of the Poudre River Trail as
part of West Lowell Annexation, and Authorize Chair Pro-Tern and County
Attorney to Sign — City of Greeley: Mr. Barker stated this property was acquired
by the County in 2008, with the intention for the City of Greeley to annex into their
jurisdiction; however, as time has gone on, there are now multiple petitioners, and
he clarified the County is only petitioning for annexation for a certain portion that
involves the Poudre River Trail. Commissioner Peppler moved to approve said
petition and authorize the Chair Pro-Tem to sign. Commissioner Buck seconded
the motion and it carried unanimously.
17. Consider Appointment of Chris D'Ovidio as Weld County Controller:
Commissioner Buck moved to approve the appointment of Chris D'Ovidio as the
Weld County Controller. Commissioner Peppler seconded the motion. Mr. D'Ovidio
expressed this appreciation for the opportunity. Chair Pro-Tem Maxey stated this
is a well-deserved next step for his career with Weld County. There being no further
discussion, the motion carried unanimously.
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New Business — Ordinances:
1. Final Reading of Code Ordinance #2026-01, In the Matter of Repealing and
Reenacting, with Amendments, Chapter 23 Zoning of the Weld County Code
(Data Centers): Commissioner Buck moved to read Code Ordinance #202601 by
title only. Commissioner Peppler seconded the motion and it carried unanimously.
Mr. Barker read the title for the record. In response to Chair Pro-Tem Maxey,
Maxwell Nader, Department of Planning Services, stated there are no additional
changes to consider since Second Reading. The Board conveyed there not being
a full quorum for consideration of the Final Reading, and suggested continuation
of the matter to March 11 , 2026, to allow further review by staff and members of
the public. Ken Brown, Town of Windsor resident, expressed his concerns for the
zoning of data centers. Dean Brown, Town of Windsor resident and real estate
professional, expressed his appreciation for the Board's notion for continuation.
Deann Meinke, Audiology Professional, offered her professional services to the
County to ensure safety measures are taken for long-term noise pollution of a high
magnitude. Commissioner Buck moved to continue Final Reading of Code
Ordinance #2026-01 to Monday, April 6, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. Commissioner Peppler
seconded the motion and it carried unanimously.
2. Second Reading of Code Ordinance #2026-03, In the Matter of Repealing and
Reenacting, with Amendments, Chapter 2 Administration of the Weld County
Code (Article XVI — Emergency Management): Commissioner Buck moved to
read Code Ordinance 2026-01 by title only. Commissioner Peppler seconded the
motion and it carried unanimously. Mr. Barker read the title for the record.
Roy Rudisill, Director of the Office of Emergency Management, reviewed the
proposed changes and stated local community emergency managers provided
feedback as to their concern with verbiage of'collaboration' vs. 'cooperation' found
in Section 2-16-40.3 (Clerk's Note — subsequent to the meeting, this section was
re-lettered as 2-16-40.0 for proper codification formatting). Discussion among the
Board, Mr. Rudisill, and Mr. Barker determined to use the term 'cooperate' pursuant
to State statue. There being no public testimony concerning the matter,
Commissioner Peppier moved to approve Code Ordinance #2026-03 on Second
Reading, as amended. Commissioner Buck seconded the motion and it carried
unanimously.
Public Comment: No public comment was offered.
Let the Minutes reflect that the above and foregoing actions were attested to and
respectfully submitted by the Clerk to the Board. There being no further business, this
meeting was adjourned at 9:48 a.m.
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The Board of County Commissioners of Weld County, Colorado, approved the above
and foregoing Minutes, on motion duly made and seconded, by the following vote on the
11th day of March, A.D., 2026:
Scott K. James, Chair: Aye 4110
Jason S. Maxey, Pro-Tem: Aye LAoso1‘
Perry L. Buck: Aye f �'
Lynette Peppler: Aye o 14
Kevin D. Ross: Aye `
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