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Home My WebLink About931472.tiff RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS MINUTES BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WELD COUNTY, COLORADO MARCH 31, 1993 TAPE 1193-10 The Board of County Commissioners of Weld County, Colorado, met in regular session in full conformity with the law and bylaws of said Board at the regular place of meeting in the Weld County Centennial Center, Greeley, Colorado, March 31, 1993, at the hour of 9:00 A.M. ROLL CALL: The meeting was called to order by the Chairman and on roll call the following members were present, constituting a quorum of the members thereof: Commissioner Constance L. Harbert, Chairman Commissioner W. H. Webster, Pro-Tem Commissioner George E. Baxter Commissioner Dale K. Hall Commissioner Barbara J. Kirkmeyer Also present: Assistant Weld County Attorney, Bruce Barker Acting Clerk to the Board, Carol Harding Finance and Administration Director, Don Warden MINUTES: Commissioner Kirkmeyer moved to approve the minutes of the Board of County Commissioners meeting of March 29, 1993, as printed. Commissioner Baxter seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. ADDITIONS: There were no additions to today's agenda. CONSENT AGENDA: Commissioner Webster moved to approve the consent agenda as printed. Commissioner Kirkmeyer seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. PROCLAMATIONS: NATIONAL CHILD ABUSE AND NEGLECT PREVENTION MONTH - APRIL, 1993: Chairman Harbert read the proclamation into the record, and presented it to the representative from Child Abuse Resource and Education, Inc. PUBLIC INPUT: There was no public input today. WARRANTS: Don Warden presented the following warrants for approval by the Board: General Fund $ 172,258. 16 Handwritten warrants: General Fund $ 660.95 Payroll Fund $ 458, 168. 70 Commissioner Baxter moved to approve the warrants as presented by Mr. Warden. Commissioner Hall seconded the motion which carried unanimously. 931472 BIDS: PRESENT PAVING AND SHOULDERING (ARROWHEAD SUBDIVISION) - ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT: Pat Persichino, Director of General Services, read the names of the four bidders. Said bid will be considered for approval on April 14, 1993. APPROVE OFFICE SUPPLIES - PRINTING AND SUPPLY DEPARTMENT (CONT. FROM 03/24/93) : Mr. Persichino read the recommendation for approval of low bid for each item. Commissioner Webster moved to approve the bid as follows: Eastman, Inc. in the amount of $2,818.27, Corporate Express in the amount of $8,241.07, Bratton's Office Equipment in the amount of $362.05, and Reliable Corporation in the amount of $6, 429.30. Seconded by Commissioner Baxter, the motion carried unanimously. APPROVE FUEL - PROPANE FOR THE PERIOD OF MARCH 31, 1993 THROUGH APRIL 1, 1994 FOR VARIOUS LOCATIONS (14 GRADER SHEDS) - ROAD AND BRIDGE DEPARTMENT: Commissioner Kirkmeyer moved to approve the sole bid from Agland, Inc. Seconded by Commissioner Hall, the motion carried unanimously. APPROVE 1993 PROSPECT VALLEY GRAVEL HAULING/SPREADING - ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT: Mr. Persichino read the recommendation from the Engineering Department for the low bidder. Commissioner Kirkmeyer moved to approve the bid from Ward Construction Company in the amount of $131, 075.00. Seconded by Commissioner Webster, the motion carried unanimously. BUSINESS: OLD: CONSIDER THREE TAX ABATEMENT PETITIONS FROM H. SOL CERSONSKY AND JACK D. FEUER, TRUSTEES, AND AUTHORIZE CHAIRMAN TO SIGN (CONT. FROM 03/08/93) : Warren Lasell, Assessor, said these petitions were requested on the basis of SB 92-101 being put into effect in 1992 by Weld County. The petitioner's contention is the bill should not have gone into effect until 1993. The Assessor recommends denial of the petition on that basis; however, Mr. Lasell stated staff does agree that the process used for discounting subdivision was incorrect, and some adjustment needs to be made. Therefore, his revised recommendation is as follows: schedule #5825586 should be abated $417.24, schedule #5828286 should be abated $378. 78, and schedule #5823986 should be abated $731.84. Bruce Barker, Assistant County Attorney, said the Board should first deny the requested petition, then decide on the corrected valuation. Commissioner Webster moved to deny the requested abatement on all three petitions. Seconded by Commissioner Kirkmeyer, the motion carried unanimously. Mr. Barker requested Mr. Lasell to call the Clerk's office later today with the exact figures of his adjusted recommendation. Commissioner Webster moved to concur with the adjusted recommendation of the Assessor for abatements of $417.24, $378.78, and $731.84 on schedule #5825586, #5828286, and #5823986, respectively, and authorize the Chairman to sign. Seconded by Commissioner Kirkmeyer, the motion carried unanimously. CONSIDER TAX ABATEMENT PETITION FROM HENRY BRALY AND AUTHORIZE CHAIRMAN TO SIGN (CONT. FROM 03/08/93) : Mr. Lasell said schedule #13093247002 was also requested because of SB92-101. He recommended denial on that basis. However, he feels the absorption rate and how it was figured was incorrect; therefore, he is now recommending an abatement of $1,490.58 based on the revised assessed valuation of $20, 370. After discussion, Commissioner Kirkmeyer moved to deny the abatement as requested by the petitioner, but approve the abatement of $1, 490.58 as recommended by the Assessor and authorize the Chairman to sign. Seconded by Commissioner Baxter, the motion carried unanimously. Minutes - March 31, 1993 Page 2 CONSIDER TAX ABATEMENT PETITION FROM BRANDLY OILMAN CONSULTANTS AND AUTHORIZE CHAIRMAN TO SIGN (CONT. FROM 03/08/93) : Mr. Lasell stated this abatement is being requested because the figures originally given for production were from another well. Therefore, a correction needs to be made, and he is recommending approval. Commissioner Webster moved to approve the abatement, per staff recommendation. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Baxter. Discussion was held regarding the actual amount being abated. The Board decided to hold this to later in the meeting, in order to have more specific information. Commissioners Webster and Baxter withdrew the motion and second. NEW: CONSIDER AGREEMENT FOR EXTRAORDINARY MAINTENANCE AND SNOW REMOVAL ON DEFENSE ACCESS ROADS SERVING WARREN AIR FORCE BASE MINUTE-MAN MISSILE SITES WITH UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, FEDERAL HIGHWAY ADMINISTRATION: Commissioner Baxter stated this is for renewal of a previous five-year agreement, which has been revised. He stated Dave Becker, Assistant Director of Road and Bridge, is present to answer any questions regarding said agreement. Mr. Becker stated an addition has been made allowing the Federal Highway Department to open roads that we have been unable to get to during severe snow storms, without any change in the price of the contract. Mr. Barker pointed out that two items added, at the County's request, were an indemnification clause as written by the County Attorney's staff, and a stipulation that the agreement may be terminated on an annual basis. Commissioner Hall asked if this agreement could be made effective from the date of the expiration of the prior agreement in October of 1991. Mr. Warden responded that it could. Commissioner Baxter moved to approve said agreement. Seconded by Commissioner Hall, the motion carried unanimously. CONSIDER ROAD IMPROVEMENTS AND MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT WITH STERLING READY MIX CONCRETE COMPANY AND AUTHORIZE CHAIRMAN TO SIGN: Drew Scheltinga, County Engineer, stated said agreement is in regard to Use by Special Review Permit #990 for an open cut gravel mining operation. The haul route established is Weld County Road 93.5, then 42.5 for approximately * mile. This is a section presently maintained by Morgan County. A copy of said agreement was sent to Morgan County, and they had no problem with it. After discussion, Commissioner Kirkmeyer moved to approve said agreement and authorize the Chairman to sign. Seconded by Commissioner Baxter, the motion carried unanimously. CONSIDER ARCHITECTURAL AGREEMENT WITH GROWLING BEAR COMPANY, INC. , AND AUTHORIZE CHAIRMAN TO SIGN - LIBRARY: Mr. Warden explained said agreement is in conjunction with work on the Library. Commissioner Baxter moved to approve said agreement and authorize the Chairman to sign. Seconded by Commissioner Hall, the motion carried unanimously. OLD (CONTINUED) : CONSIDER TAX ABATEMENT PETITION FROM BRANDLY OILMAN CONSULTANTS AND AUTHORIZE CHAIRMAN TO SIGN (CONT. FROM 03/08/93) : Mr. Lasell stated his recommendation for approval is for an abatement of $3,314.68 on schedule #00068291. Commissioner Webster moved to approve said abatement and authorize the Chairman to sign. Seconded by Commissioner Baxter, the motion carried unanimously. PLANNING: CONSIDER ESTABLISHING APRIL 1, 1993 AS EFFECTIVE DATE OF PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO WELD COUNTY ZONING AND BUILDING CODE ORDINANCES: Chuck Cunliffe, Director of Planning Services, explained his staff is currently in the process of revising the Building Code and Zoning Ordinances, by which revision four types of staff-issued permits will be deleted. He explained it will take 60-75 days to complete the entire process. The Minutes - March 31, 1993 Page 3 Planning Commission will hear the proposed changes at its April 20, 1993 meeting, after which time the Ordinances will have three readings before the Board of Commissioners. Mr. Cunliffe is requesting individuals not be required to get the permits in the meantime. After a brief discussion, Commissioner Kirkmeyer moved to approve said deadline. Seconded by Commissioner Webster, the motion carried unanimously. CONSIDER DIRECTING PLANNING STAFF TO INITIATE A CHANGE OF ZONE FROM R-1 (LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL) TO E (ESTATE) : Mr. Cunliffe said this is in response to a petition from the Dos Rios Subdivision concerning requesting a change of zone from R-1 to E. This area was zoned estate under the old zoning ordinance; however, when the County-wide rezoning was done in 1981, it was zoned as R-1. Mr. Cunliffe stated there are an additional three or four properties which will also be rezoned; however, his staff will work with those individuals as to whether Estate or Agricultural will be the proper zone for those properties. Commissioner Kirkmeyer moved to direct staff to proceed. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Baxter. In response to a question from Commissioner Hall, Mr. Cunliffe explained the difference in the two types of zoning is that R-1 has public water and sewer, while Estate can use other means. Mr. Cunliffe explained the change of zone procedure to the Board, in response to a suggestion from Mr. Barker. The motion carried unanimously. RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES: The Resolutions were presented and signed as listed on the consent agenda. There were no Ordinances. 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 9:40 A.M. APPROVED: �� I. , ATTEST: r.e Fs��-,_, �" BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS /P WELD COUNTY, COLORADO Weld County Clerk to the Board (7 ��j , --/4. t-£lc<A,"-' Constance L. Harbert,ar Chairman By: p0 k Qs IA �� 1a l ' Deputy Clle to the Board W. H. Webster, Pro-Tem eorgE. Baxter 7 C Dare K. Hall r /Barbara J. Kirkm yer Minutes - March 31, 1993 Page 4 RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS MINUTES BOARD OF SOCIAL SERVICES WELD COUNTY, COLORADO MARCH 31, 1993 TAPE #93-10 The Board of County Commissioners of Weld County, Colorado, met in regular session as the Board of Social Services in full conformity with the law and bylaws of said Board at the regular place of meeting in the Weld County Centennial Center, Greeley, Colorado, March 31, 1993, at the hour of 9:00 A.M. ROLL CALL: The meeting was called to order by the Chairman and on roll call the following members were present, constituting a quorum of the members thereof: Commissioner Constance L. Harbert, Chairman Commissioner W. H. Webster, Pro-Tem Commissioner George E. Baxter Commissioner Dale K. Hall Commissioner Barbara J. Kirkmeyer Also present: Assistant Weld County Attorney, Bruce Barker Acting Clerk to the Board, Carol Harding Finance and Administration Director, Don Warden MINUTES: Commissioner Hall moved to approve the minutes of the Board of Social Services meeting of March 29, 1993, as printed. Commissioner Baxter seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. WARRANTS: Don Warden presented the warrants for approval by the Board in the amount of $202, 476.29. Commissioner Kirkmeyer moved to approve the warrants as presented by Mr. Warden. Commissioner Webster seconded the motion, which carried unanimously. NEW BUSINESS: CONSIDER 1993 EMERGENCY SHELTER GRANT APPLICATION AND AUTHORIZE CHAIRMAN TO SIGN: Jim Sheehan, Social Services, reviewed the grant application for emergency shelter. Total requested is $35,325, and the agencies are prioritized with Woman's Place being first, Greeley Transitional House being second, and Catholic Community Services being last. Commissioner Hall moved to approve said application and authorize the Chairman to sign. Seconded by Commissioner Kirkmeyer, the motion carried unanimously. CONSIDER EMERGENCY COMMUNITY SERVICES HOMELESS GRANT APPLICATION AND AUTHORIZE CHAIRMAN TO SIGN: Mr. Sheehan reviewed the Emergency Community Services Homeless Grant Application for 1993. Total request is $22,358 to support case management services for Weld Information and Referral Service, Greeley Transitional House, A Woman's Place, and Catholic Community Services/Guadalupe Center. He said the Homeless/Housing Task Force has prioritized the service providers in the above order. Commissioner Baxter moved to approve said application and authorize the Chairman to sign. Seconded by Commissioner Webster, the motion carried unanimously. 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 9:50 A.M. APPROVED: ATTEST: A , " '' BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS 414lr-WGZL'Gt,4r1 WEL COUNTY, COLOR Weld County Clerk to the Board Constance L. a pert, Chairman BY ��F nL�� k7 Y, Q�,�_ {(Y///� a Deputy Cl,Ak to the Board W. H. klebster, Pr—Tem ey . Baxte Dale K. Hal / (�/ 2 /Barbara J. Kirkmeter Minutes - March 31, 1993 Page 2 Hello