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Home My WebLink About951836.tiff RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS MINUTES BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WELD COUNTY, COLORADO SEPTEMBER 6, 1995 TAPE #95-34 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, September 6, 1995, 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 Dale K. Hall, Chairman Commissioner Barbara J. Kirkmeyer, Pro-Tern Commissioner George E. Baxter Commissioner Constance L. Harbert Commissioner W. H. Webster- TARDY Also present: County Attorney, Bruce T. Barker Acting Clerk to the Board, Shelly Miller Finance and Administration Director, Don Warden MINUTES: Commissioner Kirkmeyer moved to approve the minutes of the Board of County Commissioners meeting of August 30, 1995, as printed. Commissioner Baxter seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. CERTIFICATION OF HEARINGS: Commissioner Harbert moved to approve the hearing conducted on August 30, 1995, as follows: 1) Final Plat Subdivision, West Hill-N-Park Fourth Filing. Commissioner Kirkmeyer seconded the motion, which carried unanimously. ADDITIONS: There were no additions to the agenda. CONSENT AGENDA: Commissioner Kirkmeyer moved to approve the consent agenda as printed. Commissioner Baxter seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. Let the record reflect Commissioner Webster is now present. PRESENTATIONS: RECOGNITION OF SERVICES - KEITH MCINTYRE, POUDRE RIVER TRAIL CORRIDOR BOARD: Chairman Hall read the certificate recognizing Keith McIntyre for his service during the past year. Mr. McIntyre was not present to accept said award. RECOGNITION OF SERVICES - JUDY YAMAGUCHI, PLANNING COMMISSION: Chairman Hall read the certificate recognizing Judy Yamaguchi for her six years of service. Ms. Yamaguchi was not present to accept said award. RECOGNITION OF SERVICES- BUD CLEMONS, PLANNING COMMISSION: Chairman Hall read the certificate recognizing Bud Clemons for his six years of service. Mr. Clemons was present to accept said award and thanked the Board for the experience. RECOGNITION OF SERVICES - DANIEL LERE, PLANNING COMMISSION: Chairman Hall read the certificate recognizing Daniel Lere for his service during the past year. Mr. Lere was not present to accept said award. 951836 BC0016 RECOGNITION OF SERVICES - ANGIE COLUNGA, LOCAL PLANNING COMMITTEE: Chairman Hall read the certificate recognizing Angie Colunga for her service during the past year. Ms. Colunga was not present to accept said award. PUBLIC INPUT: No public input was offered. WARRANTS: Don Warden, Director of Finance and Administration, presented the following warrants for approval by the Board: General Fund $ 171,641.94 Payroll Fund $ 29,123.47 Handwritten Warrants: Payroll Fund $ 543,389.58 Commissioner Webster moved to approve the warrants as presented by Mr. Warden. Commissioner Kirkmeyer seconded the motion, which carried unanimously. BIDS: APPROVE SALE OF PROPERTY - OLD YOUTH SHELTER: Pat Persichino, General Services Director, referred the Board to Mr. Warden who explained four bids were received for the listing of the old youth shelter. He noted the bid from Sears was late and also the highest. Mr. Warden recommended approval of the low bid from AIM Realty on an emergency basis to proceed with the sale. Commissioner Harbert moved to approve said recommendation, and Commissioner Webster seconded the motion, which carried unanimously. PRESENT 1995 DUTY AMMUNITION - SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT: Mr. Persichino read the names of the two vendors into the record and stated said bid will be considered for approval on September 20, 1995. APPROVE REPLACEMENT OF BRIDGE #61/54A - ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT: Mr. Persichino recommended acceptance of the low bid from Range Engineering for $55,560.00. Commissioner Baxter moved to approve said recommendation, and Commissioner Kirkmeyer seconded the motion, which carried unanimously. BUSINESS: NEW: CONSIDER PURCHASE OF SERVICES AGREEMENT BETWEEN HEALTH DEPARTMENT AND NORTHEAST COLORADO HEALTH DEPARTMENT AND AUTHORIZE CHAIRMAN TO SIGN: Judy Nero, Health Department, explained Ryan White C.A.R.E. Title II funds from the State have been awarded to continue consortium of care services for persons with the HIV virus in Weld, Larimer, and Morgan Counties. She stated this agreement is part of that effort, and Northeast Colorado Health Department will provide outreach services and support groups for persons residing in Morgan County. Ms. Nero stated the amount of said agreement is $3,625.00 for the period of April 1, 1995, through March 31, 1996. Commissioner Harbert moved to approve said agreement and authorize the Chairman to sign. The motion, seconded by Commissioner Kirkmeyer, carried unanimously. CONSIDER CONTRACT FOR TRAINING AND EMPLOYMENT SERVICES BETWEEN AMBULANCE SERVICE AND TONY J. FAHRENBRUCH AND AUTHORIZE CHAIRMAN TO SIGN: Bruce Barker, County Attorney, stated this contract was prepared by Cyndy Giauque, Assistant County Attorney, and will allow Mr. Fahrenbruch to receive training from Swedish Medical Center from July through December 1995. He explained the training will be repaid through work provided by Mr. Fahrenbruch, subject to the Personnel Policy Handbook. Commissioner Kirkmeyer moved to approve said contract and authorize the Chairman to sign. Commissioner Webster seconded the motion, which carried unanimously. Minutes, September 6, 1995 951836 Page 2 BC0016 CONSIDER INSTALLATION OF FOUR-WAY STOP AT 71ST AVENUE AND 20TH STREET: Drew Scheltinga, County Engineer, explained this matter was reviewed extensively at the request of a citizen. He noted the traffic counts are relatively high on both 71st Avenue and 20th Street, and staff believes signs are warranted by the number of accidents and traffic volume in the area. Mr. Scheltinga recommended "Stop" and "Stop Ahead" signs be installed, with orange flags to be placed on all signs for 30 days once installed. At the request of Commissioner Webster, Mr. Scheltinga explained the traffic counters also record speeds, and numerous vehicles greatly exceed 55 miles per hour. Commissioner Harbert suggested said information be relayed to the Sheriffs Office for correction. Commissioner Webster moved to approve said installation, and Commissioner Kirkmeyer seconded the motion. After discussion, Commissioner Webster clarified the orange flags should remain on the signs for 90 days, and the motion carried unanimously. CONSIDER FORM OF COORDINATED ELECTION AGREEMENTS AND AUTHORIZE CHAIRMAN TO SIGN ALL NECESSARY DOCUMENTS: Lee Morrison, Assistant County Attorney, explained certain election codes emphasize coordinated elections. He stated the agreements consist of two forms which are basically the same as last year, including the School District and Master Versions which serve the same purpose. He noted the agreements with Aims Community College and School District 6 contain a minor variation, which he read into the record. Mr. Morrison suggested the Board authorize the Chairman to sign all agreements consistent with the two versions and the minor variation as read. Commissioner Harbert moved to accept staffs recommendation with said changes and authorize the Chairman to sign all necessary documents. Commissioner Baxter seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. CONSIDER RESOLUTION RE: BALLOT ISSUE PURSUANT TO ARTICLE X, SECTION 20, OF THE COLORADO CONSTITUTION FOR WELD COUNTY ROTH SUBDIVISION LOCAL IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT 1995-1: Mr. Morrison noted his comments also pertain to the next item in general. He explained, pursuant to the Tabor Amendment, the safest way to initiate local improvement districts is to place the issue on the ballot, even though it may create timing problems since three hearings are necessary. He noted, however, if the hearings are not successful, the election is meaningless. Mr. Morrison stated the Board has the option to hold a County-wide election or an election for owners and/or residents to be assessed as outlined in the in draft resolution. Commissioner Kirkmeyer moved to approve said resolution, and Commissioner Harbert seconded the motion. Commissioner Kirkmeyer clarified the amount for taxes to be increased should be $138,000, and the motion carried unanimously. CONSIDER RESOLUTION RE: BALLOT ISSUE PURSUANT TO ARTICLE X, SECTION 20, OF THE COLORADO CONSTITUTION FOR WELD COUNTY DELWOOD AVENUE LOCAL IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT 1995-2: Mr. Morrison explained this matter in the previous item of business. Commissioner Kirkmeyer moved to approve said resolution, and Commissioner Harbert seconded the motion, which carried unanimously. PLANNING: FINAL READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 147-G, IN MATTER OF REPEALING AND REENACTING COMPREHENSIVE PLAN ORDINANCE: Commissioner Kirkmeyer moved to read Ordinance No. 147-G into the record by title only. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Webster and carried unanimously. The Board determined it was not necessary for Monica Mika, Planning Department, to review the changes individually. Greg Flebbe, City of Greeley Planner, reiterated the comments made in the letter dated August 30, 1995, from Jerry Wones, Chairman of the Greeley Planning Commission. Donna Hotchkins, Rural Residents for Smart Development representative, presented a written request for additions to the Long Range Growth Plan, Exhibit A for the record. Froda Greenburg, City of Longmont Planner III, stated Longmont also supports certain areas of the Plan; however, it preferred certain areas not be approved. She stated Longmont looks forward to working with the County toward consistent visions. In response to the City of Greeley's comments, Ms. Mika Minutes, September 6, 1995 951836 Page 3 BC0016 stated Section 42 of the Zoning Ordinance addresses signage and clarified signs are allowed in the Agricultural Zone; however, said matter could be addressed in the intergovernmental agreement. Mr. Morrison stated transfer of development rights is referred to in the Plan and provides techniques to allow such; however, amendments to the Subdivision and Zoning Ordinances are necessary. Chairman Hall summarized steps are already being taken to address Greeley's concerns. Ms. Mika referenced proposed A.Goal 10 in the request of Rural Residents for Smart Development and clarified acreages are broken down by prime and non-prime rather than by size, and Commissioner Kirkmeyer suggested the possibility of incorporating the comments into the introduction section of the Plan. Mr. Morrison addressed proposed T.Goal 5 and stated that issue will also be addressed in an intergovernmental agreement. He clarified traffic cannot be denied use of public roads. Ms. Mika stated U.C.Goal 2 already exists and clarified the language in proposed Policy 2.1 and 2.2 is similar to that conveyed in the Open Space section. After further clarification and discussion, Mr. Barker suggested said matter be continued to allow staff time to work with the public to clarify intentions. Mr. Morrison addressed the comments regarding the Oil and Gas Mineral Resources Section in the letter dated September 1, 1995, from John F. Welborn and Molly Sommerville of Welborn Sullivan Meck&Tooley, P.C. He confirmed no further changes beyond the second reading are necessary. Ms. Mika stated if this matter is continued she will review the comments to see which sections are parallel. Commissioner Kirkmeyer moved to continue the final reading of Ordinance No. 147-G to Monday, September 11, 1995, at 9:00 a.m. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Baxter, and it carried unanimously. RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES: The resolutions were presented and signed as listed on the consent agenda. The final reading of Ordinance No. 147-G was continued to September 11, 1995. 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 9:55 a.m. BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS LD COUNTY, C LO DO xliff�,/' �- _ `. „, , , G.' 7 Dal Hall, Chairman -iNetcl l ? to the Board /y/' //( / 6��y 'mot , r arbar J Kirkmeyer, P -Tem -Deny er t' the Board r . George E. axter Constance L. Harbe // 1 ; IQbA iii W. H. Webster Minutes, September 6, 1995 951836 Page 4 BC0016 RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS MINUTES BOARD OF SOCIAL SERVICES WELD COUNTY, COLORADO SEPTEMBER 6, 1995 TAPE #95-34 The Board of County Commissioners of Weld County, Colorado, met in regular session as the Board of Social Services 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, September 6, 1995, 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 Dale K. Hall, Chairman Commissioner Barbara J. Kirkmeyer, Pro-Tem Commissioner George E. Baxter Commissioner Constance L. Harbert Commissioner W. H. Webster Also present: County Attorney, Bruce T. Barker Acting Clerk to the Board, Shelly Miller Director of Finance and Administration, Don Warden MINUTES: Commissioner Kirkmeyer moved to approve the minutes of the Board of Social Services meeting of August 30, 1995, as printed. Commissioner Harbert seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. WARRANTS: Don Warden, Director of Finance artd Administration, presented the warrants for approval by the Board in the amount of$86,430.44. Commissioner Baxter moved to approve the warrants as presented by Mr. Warden. Commissioner Webster seconded the motion, which 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 10:00 a.m. BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WFCOUNTY, CO.ORA 0 $s.� r" GG� ? 1 y a ry - .. -5s1 Dale . Hall, Chairman Wet : ''►hrk to the Board r «,�, !/(Q i .//lb O Pit F arbar J. 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