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RE: APPROVE GRANT APPLICATION FOR TIER 2 ENERGY AND MINERAL IMPACT
ASSISTANCE FUND (EIAF) AUGUST CYCLE FOR PAVING IMPROVEMENTS ON
COUNTY ROAD 76 BETWEEN COUNTY ROADS 29 AND 31, AND COUNTY ROAD 72
BETWEEN COUNTY ROADS 33 AND 35 PROJECT, AND AUTHORIZE THE
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS TO SUBMIT ELECTRONICALLY
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 Grant Application for the Energy and
Mineral Impact Assistance Fund (EIAF) August Cycle for Paving Improvements on County
Road 76 between County Roads 29 and 31, and County Road 72 Between County
Roads 33 and 35, from the County of Weld, State of Colorado, by and through the Board of
County Commissioners of Weld County, on behalf of the Department of Public Works, to the
Colorado Department of Local Affairs, Division of Local Government, with further terms and
conditions being as stated in said application, and
WHEREAS, after review, the Board deems it advisable to approve said application, 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 Grant Application for the Energy and Mineral Impact Assistance
Fund (EIAF) August Cycle Program for Paving Improvements on County Road 76 between
County Roads 29 and 31, and County Road 72 Between County Roads 33 and 35, from the
County of Weld, State of Colorado, by and through the Board of County Commissioners of Weld
County, on behalf of the Department of Public Works, to the Colorado Department of Local Affairs,
Division of Local Government, be, and hereby is, approved.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED by the Board that Elizabeth Relford, Interim Director of the
Department of Planning Services, be, and hereby is, authorized to electronically submit said
application on behalf of the Department of Public Works.
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GRANT APPLICATION FOR TIER 2 ENERGY AND MINERAL IMPACT ASSISTANCE FUND
(EIAF) AUGUST CYCLE FOR PAVING IMPROVEMENTS ON COUNTY ROAD 76 BETWEEN
COUNTY ROADS 29 AND 31, AND COUNTY ROAD 72 BETWEEN COUNTY
ROADS 33 AND 35 PROJECT
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The above and foregoing Resolution was, on motion duly made and seconded, adopted
by the following vote on the 31st day of July, A.D., 2024.
ATTEST: datAmi 4
Weld County Clerk to the Board
County ttorney
Date of signature: og/oI/24
BOARD OF COUNTY
WELD COUNT
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KevRoss, Chai
Perry L. Bjk, Pro-Tem
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James
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BOCC STAFF USE
Date Set:
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
WORK SESSION REQUEST
WORK SESSION TITLE: 2024 August DOLA Cycle
DEPARTMENT: Planning/Public Works
PERSON REQUESTING: Elizabeth Relford
Time:
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DATE: 7/15/2024
EXTENSION: 3748
Has your Commissioner Coordinator or BOCC Chair approved the work session?
Yes, Commissioner Coordinator
x Yes, BOCC Chair
Recommended length of time needed for discussion:
15 minutes 30 minutes other (list):
In addition to yourself and the board, please list who should attend:
Bruce Barker, Cheryl Pattelli, Chris D'Ovidio, Jennifer Oftelie, Jill Scott, Esther Gesick,
Curtis Naibauer, Curtis Hall, Don Dunker and Chris La May.
Brief description of the issue: Informational only x Action needed.
DOLA has $25,000,000 available in the July 1 — August 1 DOLA cycle. Tier I
applications are $200,000 and Tier II applications are $1,000,000 this round.
Applications are due by August 1, 2024. DOLA will announce the final awards in
November.
While the Board approved the DOLA projects for the next cycle at the CIP, it appears we
may need to be flip flop the tiers of the projects. Therefore, for Weld County's Tier I
application, staff recommends swapping the previously identified Tier II project (4,800
square foot Facilities Building) with a cost estimate of $1,250,000 with the WCR 74/31
RAB detour paving of CR 76 (WCR 29/31) and WCR 72 (WCR 33/35) as the Tier II
application, estimated to cost $1,600,000. (See attached spreadsheet)
Options for the board:
1. Put the DOLA applications on the July 31, 2024, BOCC agenda.
2. Recommend other projects.
3. Submit either a Tier I or Tier II application only.
Recommendation to the board:
Staff recommends option 1.
**Please be sure to have all materials to Karla Ford by a minimum of one day prior to the
scheduled work session for inclusion into electronic work session packets to be viewed on the
Board's laptops. **
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Department of Local Affairs
Division of Local Government
FY 2025: Cycle 24-11 EIAF Tier I/Tier II and Special Initiatives Funding Application
Local Government/Organization: Weld County
Status: Partially Complete
Filed On: 2024-07-09707:26:52
Filed By: GRANTS_WEB
Reviewed On:
Reviewed By:
Reviewer Notes:
Application Overview
The Department of Local Affairs (DOLA) Energy and Mineral Impact Assistance Fund (EIAF) program was created to assist political
subdivisions that are socially and/or economically impacted by the development, processing, or energy conversion of minerals and
mineral fuels. Funds come from the state severance tax on energy and mineral production and from a portion of the states share of
royalties paid to the federal government for mining and drilling of minerals and mineral fuels on federally -owned land. The creation of
the fund is outlined in C.R.S. 34-63-102 (Federal Mineral Lease) and C.R.S. 39-29-110 (Severance). Grant dollars are to be awarded for
the planning, design, construction, maintenance of public facilities, and for the provision of public services by political subdivisions.
Requests in this Cycle 24-11 may be for:
EIAF Tier I: up to $200,000 with a 1:1 match
EIAF Tier II: over $200,001 and up to $1,000,000 with a 1:1 match
Climate Resilience Challenge: up to $2,000,000 with a 25% match for implementation, 10% for planning
More Housing Now & Land Use Initiative: up to $2,000,000 with a 25% match for implementation, 10% for planning
Tier I award notifications are anticipated in mid -October 2024. All other application presentations are scheduled for early November
2024 with funding decisions anticipated mid -November 2024. More information on the EIAF program, including these special
initiatives, can be found on the EIAF website.
A. APPLICANT/CONTACT INFORMATION
1. Local Government/Organization: Weld County
In the case of a multi -jurisdictional application, select the other participating eligible organizations:
2. Principal Representative:
(In the case of a multi -jurisdictional application, principal representative of the lead organization.)
Honorific:
First Name: Elizabeth
Middle Name:
Last Name: Relford
Suffix:
Role: Principal Representative
Mailing Address: 1402 N. 17th Avenue
Address 2:
City: Greeley
State: CO
Zip Code: 80631
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Phone #: 970-400-3748
Email Address: erelford@weld.gov
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3. Responsible Administrator (will receive all mailings) for the Application:
Honorific:
First Name: Chris
Middle Name:
Last Name: DOvidio
Suffix:
Role: Responsible Administrator
Mailing Address: 1301 N. 17th Avenue
Address 2:
City: Greeley
State: CO
Zip Code: 80631
Phone #: 970-400-4447
Email Address: Cdovidio@weld.gov
B. CHIEF ELECTED OFFICIAL INFORMATION
Please provide contact information for the chief elected official.
a. Name
In the case of a multi -jurisdictional application, chief elected official of the "lead" political subdivision.
Kevin D. Ross
b. Title
Commissioner Chair
c. Street Address
1150 O Street
d. City
Greeley
e. State
Please use the two -letter abbreviation
CO
f. Zip
80631
g. Phone
Use xxx-xxx-xxxx format
970-400-4200
h. Email Address
Kross@weld.gov
C. PROJECT DESCRIPTION
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a. What funding opportunity are you applying for?
Select from drop down menu
EIAF Tier II
b. Project title
Begin the project name with your community name. Example: "Monte Vista Project Name", "Lincoln County Project Name"
Weld County Roads 76 and 72 Improvements Project
c. Project address
What is the physical address at which the project will be located?
WCR 76 between 29/31 and WCR 72 between 33/35
c.1. County of project
What is the County in which the project will be located?
Weld
d. Amount requested
*The amount requested should equal the Grant Request Total line in the project budget attached in Section M.
1,000,000
e. Matching funds
1,250,000
f. Total amount of all costs for the project described in this application
NOTE: If this application is part of a larger, phased project, then the total amount should reflect the phase being applied for in this
application. The total amount should equal the Total line in the project budget attached in Section M.
2,250,000
g. For public potable water and public wastewater projects only
Are you willing to discuss any portion of your match being a DOLA loan (5% interest & up to a 20 -year term)?
No
g.1 If yes, please enter total loan amount requested
g.2 Desired term of loan
h. Describe the problem, opportunity or challenge that resulted in the request
(1,000 character limit)
Weld County requests funding to partner with DOLA on the paving of approximately one mile of gravel road system to better
complete the countys collector roadway network.
i. Describe the project scope of work
Describe the various tasks involved in the project including specific data such as quantities, mileage, square feet, linear ft. etc., as
well as specific project location within the city and/or county etc. If this is a broadband planning or middle mile implementation
project, describe how it supports last mile expansion. Please be specific to this phase of the project for which you are seeking
funding. (1,000 character limit)
This project will pave one-half mile of CR 76 and one-half mile of CR 72 completing two separate links of county road way system
that is currently gravel but surrounded by a paved roadway network.
j. Will the project be undertaken in a wetlands or flood hazard area?
Yes
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j.1 List flood plain maps/studies reviewed. Describe alternatives considered.
(500 character limit)
WCR 76 is located in Firm Panel 1225 and is classified as Zone A. Weld Couny's floodplain modeling will reflect a "no -rise"
condition and be approved by the County's Floodplain Administrator.
k. Local priority
If more than one application from the same local government (1 of 2, 2 of 2, etc.)
1
I. Supporting documents
Upload any supporting documents (studies, plans, preliminary reports, schedules, letters of support, etc.) as a single PDF
document.
NOTE: Climate Resilience Challenge applicants are required to upload qualifying existing Climate Resilience or Climate Action
Plan(s) from within the last 5 -years.
D. DEMONSTRATION OF NEED
The statutory purpose of the Energy and Mineral Impact Assistance program is to provide financial assistance to political subdivisions
socially or economically impacted by the development, processing or energy conversion of minerals and mineral fuels.
a. Demonstration of need
Why is the project needed at this time? (1,000 character limit)
The WCR 76/72 Improvements project is needed to improve the safety of this important oil and gas corridors that parallel WCR
74 on the north and south.
b. Does this project address the stated need?
Does this project, as identified in this application, completely address the stated need? If not, please describe additional work or
phases and the estimated timeframe. Do you anticipate requesting Energy and Mineral Impact Assistance funds for future phases?
(1,000 character limit)
Yes, by paving these roads this addresses the need of the maintenance level of service as a gravel road.
c. What are the consequences if the project is not awarded funds?
(500 character limit)
The consequences if this project is not awarded funds will result in the continued deterioration of the county's gravel road system
by the oil and gas industry to access their infrastructure, which will become a greater safety issue than currently exists today.
E. MEASURABLE OUTCOMES
a. Describe the expected measurable outcomes
How will the project enhance the livability* of your region, county, city, town or community? Examples would include constructing
a new water plant to eliminate an unsafe drinking water system and provide safe and reliable drinking water; the construction of a
new community center that would provide expanded community services, or projects achieving goals regarding energy
conservation, community heritage, economic development/diversification, traffic congestion, etc.
*(Livability means increasing the value and/or benefit in the areas that are commonly linked in community development such as
jobs, housing, transportation, education, hazard mitigation, health and environment)
(1,000 character limit)
Weld County Roads 76 and 72 serves the oil and gas industry, but also the communities of Eaton and Severance as alternative
travel routes. By paving these roads there will be less fugitive dust issues for residents in the area, which will improve the air
quality.
F. ENERGY EFFICIENCY AND RENEWABLE ENERGY
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Applications will be reviewed on the project's potential to transform both the state and local community's energy portfolio, including
considerations of additional renewable energy capacity and/or project type, the energy makeup of the local utility, and historic
renewable energy adoption.
a. Energy efficiency
Will this project directly implement improved energy efficiencies or develop a strategy that could result in a reduction of the
community carbon footprint and increased conservation of energy. Does the project capitalize on renewable energy technology?
Yes
al If yes, please describe.
(500 character limit)
Not only do these improvements support the oil and gas industry but improved access to solar facilities. Weld County is
processing a high level of solar farm projects through our land use process.
a.2 If no, please explain.
(500 characters)
b. For energy efficiency and building electrification projects
How much will the project reduce electricity demand per year in kilowatt hours (kWh)? (enter amount)
b.1 How much will the project reduce natural gas use per year in therms? (enter amount)
b.2 How much will the project reduce other fuel type usage per year?
Please name the fuel type (diesel, propane, etc.) and list the estimated annual reduction. (500 character limit)
c. Renewable and clean energy planning and implementation projects
Applications must assess the current needs of the community and help move the community or region towards 100% renewable
energy and/or increased climate resilience. Renewable energy projects should be part of a community climate action and/or
sustainability plan that transitions the current dependence on fossil fuels toward renewable, clean energy sources.
If there is a renewable energy component to your project, please answer the questions below. Projects should advance the 100%
renewable energy by 2040 goal utilizing specific, measurable outcomes including: energy reduction over baseline (energy
efficiency), energy offset over baseline (renewable energy generation) and greenhouse gas reduction over baseline.
What type of technology does the project include? (Select all that apply)
c.1 If other is selected above, please describe
(150 character limit)
c.2 What electric utility serves the project area?
Example: Platte River Power Authority. (100 character limit)
c.3 How much is the project estimated to save per year in utility costs? (enter dollar amount)
c.4 For solar and hydro -electric projects
How many kilowatts (kW) of generation capacity will be added from your project? (enter amount)
G. POPULATION & LOCAL EFFORT
a. Current population
Current/most recent conservation trust fund/lottery distribution estimate, Colorado State Demographer estimate, or a projection
based on the communities percentage of overall county population is acceptable.
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331,282
b. Five year population projection
370,053
c. Relationship to community goals
Please describe if the project is identified in the applicants organizational budget or a jurisdictionally approved plan (e.g. capital
improvement plan, equipment replacement plan, comprehensive plan, utility plan, road maintenance and improvement plan or
other local or regional strategic management or planning document)? (500 character limit)
This project has been identified in Public Works Capital Improvement Plan (CI P), and will be funded using Public Works General
Fund dollars. This project will be bid out to the most responsive low bid contractor and not performed in-house.
d. Land use strategies & best practices
For More Housing Now projects only, you are required to complete and submit a MHN Land Use Strategies & Best Practices form
as a PDF from the EIAF website of the land use strategies and best practices your jurisdiction has adopted (even if they all don't
impact this particular project). Land use strategies list included in HB21-1271 and Land use best practices list created through
HB22-1304.
e. Why can't this project be funded locally?
(500 character limit)
Due to the timing and condition of this corridor, it is critical for the county to develop a partnership with DOLA for an opportunity
to pave these very important linkages. Weld County is the most energy impacted county in the entire state and cannot afford to
solely maintain every road, bridge and culvert affected by the oil and gas industry.
f. Has this project been deferred because of lack of local funding? If so, how long?
(500 character limit)
Public Works crews do not have the capacity to construct these needed capital improvements. If unfunded, the project maybe
deferred for future construction.
g. Explain the origin and status of your local cash match
(Note: Whenever possible, local government cash match is on a dollar for dollar match to the award amount.).
Are the local matching funds committed or pending? If pending, when will the status of those funds shift from pending to
committed? If funding is awarded and in -kind contributions are included in the project budget, detailed tracking of in -kind will be
required. (500 character limit)
Local match funds are committed for this project.
h. Community partners
What other community entities, organizations, or stakeholders recognize the value of this project and are collaborating with you
to achieve increased livability of the community? Please describe how you and your partners are addressing problems across
multiple sectors (community, economic, housing, natural resources, etc.) through this project. (1,000 character limit)
The oil and gas industry contributes to the livability of the community through this corridor and recognizes the value of this
project.
h.1 Community outreach
Describe efforts such as inclusive community outreach used by your jurisdiction to serve and engage underrepresented
groups. (500 character limit)
Weld County puts all of our application requests on the Board of County Commissioners public meeting agendas, which
provides the publican opportunity to comment and engage in the process of selecting projects.
i. Tax rate, usage charges, or fees
Have tax rates, user charges or fees been reviewed recently to address funding for the proposed project?
No
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i.1 Tax rate or usage charge modifications
If the tax rate, user charges or fees were modified, what was the modification and when did this change occur? (500 character
limit)
Weld County has been directing revenues from the Specific Ownership Tax to Public Works since 1983.
H. READINESS
a. If awarded funds, when can the project begin? (Months)
Tier I awards are made in October 2024 with contracts expected in January 2025.
Tier II awards are made in November 2024 with contracts expected in February 2025.
3-6 months
b. What is the time frame for project completion?
6-9 months
c. If design or engineering is a component of this project, select the percentage of completion.
Select the percentage of completion as of the date of this application.
100% complete
d. How were project cost estimates determined?
How did the applicant develop project cost estimates? (500 character limit)
Since this project is being bid out fora contractor to construct, it requires a plan set which is being developed in-house by
Engineering.
d.1 Is the project supported by bids, professional estimates or other credible information?
Yes
d.1.i Bids/estimates
Please attach a copy of any supporting documents. (PDF Document)
e. Are any Local, State or Federal permits required before the project can proceed?
If yes, please describe and note the status of permit acquisition. (500 character limit)
A no rise certificate for a floodplain permit on CR 76 will be included with the bid package.
f. State or National historic registry designation
Is the project on a State or National registered historic building, structure, site, or in a district?
No
f.1 State or National historic registry number
If the project is on the State or National registry, please provide the registry number. DOLA may need to seek a
determination of effect from History Colorado and the State Office of Archaeology and Historic Preservation.
f.2 Historical, archaeological, or cultural significance.
Please describe how the project will affect historical, archaeological, or cultural significance of the building, structure, site or
district. (500 character limit)
f.3 Attach supporting documents (if applicable)
If on a State or National Register, please upload color photos of the project work areas and a detailed written description of
work proposed. The photos and description should include details beyond the general scope of work described above.
(Upload photos and description as a single combined PDF document)
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I. ENERGY & MINERAL RELATIONSHIP
a. Community energy or mineral impact
Describe how the community is, has been, or will be impacted by the development, production, or conversion of energy and
mineral resources. For example: Heavy truck traffic directly related to energy development is impacting County Road X, or there
are X number of oil and gas wells, storage facilities, transfer stations, etc. in the municipal or county boundaries, or a legacy of
energy extraction has resulted in environmental issues in the area, or finally, the closure of energy production facilities is
impacting the community. (500 character limit)
Weld County is the #1 oil and gas producing county in the State of Colorado, and therefore is the most impacted county. The
majority of the county's traffic impacts directly result from heavy truck traffic related to the oil and gas industry. For this project,
WCR 76 has an annual average daily traffic county of 280 vehicles per day (vpd) with 23% being trucks and WCR 72 has 151 vpd
with 44% being trucks, which are both current traffic counts.
J. RESILIENCY CRITERIA
The Energy and Mineral Impact Assistance Program is required to integrate resilience criteria into the program. By bringing resiliency
considerations into project planning and implementation, projects should be better poised to benefit a number of sectors (economy,
health, infrastructure, etc.), minimize long-term risks, and anticipate or be better prepared to respond to changing conditions faced by
Colorado communities.
For clarification or further guidance on how the Resiliency Criteria can be incorporated into projects, visit the Resiliency Prioritization
Criteria section of the Colorado Resiliency Playbook. The Colorado Resiliency Framework site can also be used to develop a focused
approach to incorporate these measures into all, or most projects. Below, please select Yes/No for all of the criteria that can be
considered to apply to your project. Project scoring for these criteria is based on whether or not the project proposes to incorporate
these long-term resiliency measures into the planning, development and implementation of the project.
a. Adaptive capacity
Yes
a.1 Adaptive capacity
Briefly describe how this project includes flexible and adaptable measures that consider future unknowns of changing
climate, economic, or social conditions.
NOTE: Climate Resilience Challenge applicants are required to describe how their proposal adapts to a changing climate.
(500 character limit)
Weld County adapts to uncertainty and changing climate, social and economic conditions by taking past challenges, such as
flooding, pandemics, or economic crisis to develop informed and improved construction projects that ensure mindfulness of
taxpayer dollars and schedule in order to be an example to the public and other construction agencies so we can all learn
from each other on how to best respond to future uncertainty.
b. Co -benefits
Yes
b.1 Co -benefits
Briefly describe how this project provides solutions that address problems across multiple sectors including the community,
economic, health and social, housing, infrastructure, and watersheds and natural resources sectors to create maximum
benefit. (500 character limit)
The WCR s 76 & 72 project will positively impact housing, health, economic development and primarily infrastructure in
order to realize co -benefits criterion and support the implementation of the Colorado Resiliency Framework.
c. Risk reduction
Yes
c.1 Risk reduction
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Briefly describe how this project reduces risk and vulnerability to people, infrastructure, and natural systems. (500 character
limit)
The WCRs 76 and 72 improvements project addresses potential risks and vulnerabilities for infrastructure by supporting a
more resilient roadway network. Construction of these gravel roads takes into consideration the best management practice
strategies to reduce vulnerabilities to the infrastructure and housing sectors. Reinforcing this infrastructure will support the
impacted unincorporated areas of Weld County classified as vulnerable populations/communities, which this project applies.
d. Long-term and sustainable
Yes
d.1 Long-term and sustainable
Briefly describe how this project will be able to be maintained by the community over its lifetime, reduces environmental
impacts and is an investment that will last for generations. The project looks to the future and creates long-term gains for the
community. (500 character limit)
Weld County is the 3rd largest county at 4,000 sq. miles with one of the highest amounts of lane miles to maintain. As the #1
energy impacted county, we are always evaluating how our program can be adapted to address both current and future
climate, social, & economic priorities to ensure the most holistically responsible projects possible.
e. Mitigates climate change
Yes
el Mitigates climate change
Briefly describe how the project includes renewable energy components and other solutions to mitigate the effects of
climate change as much as possible and move the community or region towards 100% renewable energy. NOTE: Climate
Resilience Challenge applicants are required to describe how their proposal reduces greenhouse gasses/mitigates climate
change. (500 character limit)
The Weld County Public Works department promotes the ingenuity and leadership in roadway projects. This project relies
on construction techniques utilizing recycled materials to help mitigate the effects of climate change.
f. Socially equitable
Yes
f.1 Socially equitable
Briefly describe how this project solution is inclusive of and addresses the needs of populations and community groups that
have been or are disproportionately and negatively impacted by disasters, including social and economic shocks and
stressors. The project addresses inequities, removes barriers, and benefits these populations by equitably distributing
project -related benefits and providing access or meeting functional needs. NOTE: Social equity is required for Climate
Resilience Challenge applications. Additional guidance and resources on the Climate Resilience Challenge are on the EIAF
website.' (500 character limit)
Weld County believes this project reaches the elderly, under -employed and minority populations, which is why the project
includes an improved roadway with paved shoulders to serve not only transit populations but safer bicycle/pedestrian
facilities, which builds community capacity. In addition, the Commissioners offer many public options to solicit public input,
including but not limited to social media, public meetings and Board hearings.
K. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AND LAND USE REGULATION PROJECTS ONLY
a. Is this application fora comprehensive plan or land use regulation project?
If no, proceed to Section L.
No
b. Affirm required elements for Comprehensive Plan
The State of Colorado requires local governments to adopt Comprehensive (Master) Plans per C.R.S. 30-28-106 (for counties) and
31-23-206 (for municipalities). When funding comprehensive plans, DOLA requires that the following project components be
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included in the scope of work:
An inclusive community outreach and engagement plan to ensure participation from underrepresented groups.
The plan must assess and address housing needs of current and future residents at all levels of affordability. It must
include locally -appropriate goals, strategies, and actions to promote affordable housing development. This work must use
the best available data (e.g., State Demography Office data or a recent housing needs assessment). When it comes time to
consider implementation strategies, jurisdictions may find the Strong Communities list of Land Use Best Practices helpful
in this work.
• Risks of natural and human -caused hazards to life, property, and public resources, and consideration of their impact to
vulnerable communities. Include goals, strategies, and/or actions to address and mitigate these hazards (must identify and
address all potential hazards as described in the county Hazard Mitigation Plan). Communities may find DOLAs Planning
for Hazards guide helpful in this work.
• In the spirit of the states goal to engage with disproportionately impacted communities (C.R.S. 24-4-109), the plan must
use an environmental justice lens, particularly when it comes to the impacts of hazards, resources, and amenities to
promote equitable outcomes.
• The plan must address the community water supply and water quality goals. Per C.R.S. 31-23-206(1)(d) and 30-28-106(3)
(a)(IV), the community must:
• Consult and coordinate with local water provider(s),
• Include water conservation policies, and
• Identify in the plan water supplies and facilities sufficient to meet public and private infrastructure needs reasonably
anticipated or identified in the planning process.
Within the first six months of receiving the grant, awardees must submit a self -assessment, such as the Colorado Growing Water
Smart: Community Self -Assessment, to include water supply and demand status and trends, existing water conservation and
efficiency goals and policies. Consult the DOLA Land Use and Water Planner before or immediately following award for free
technical assistance.
• The plan must include an action plan that prioritizes actions necessary to implement the plan, creates a timeline for
implementation, and assigns responsibility for actions.
• And, for municipalities only, a plan for three miles outside municipal boundaries, also known as the three mile plan, per
C.R.S. 31-12-105 (1) (e) (I ).
The department strongly encourages the following:
• Land use code updates: Because the land use code implements a comprehensive plan, a land use code update is strongly
recommended to immediately follow a comprehensive plan update.
• Policies and strategies in the comprehensive plan and land use code to plan for the aging demographic of the community.
• Policies and strategies to address energy efficiency, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and increase the use of renewable
energy sources where applicable.
• Intergovernmental agreement(s) (IGA) with neighboringjurisdiction(s) to cooperatively plan for areas of mutual interest
(e.g., three-mile areas). In addition, the IGA will address how infrastructure will be provided or upgraded and maintained in
areas of mutual interest and engage major service providers/special districts, as applicable.
We agree to include the Department of Local Affairs required elements for Comprehensive (Master) Plans as identified above in
addition to C.R.S. 30-28-106 (for counties) and 31-23-206 (for municipalities) in the project scope of work.
b.1 If no, explain why the required elements will not be included in your project scope of work.
For example, recently completed tasks or plans listed above would be incorporated into the comprehensive plan by
reference. (500 character limit)
L. HIGH PERFORMANCE CERTIFICATION PROGRAM (HPCP) COMPLIANCE
For new facilities, additions and renovation projects only. NOTE: If your project will use 25% or more in state funds, then some form of
HPCP compliance most likely applies to your project.
Colorado Revised Statutes (C.R.S. 24-30-1305.5) requires all new facilities, additions, and renovation projects that meet all of the
following criteria to conform with the High Performance Certification Program (HPCP) adopted by the Office of the State Architect if:
• The project receives 25% or more of state funds (from any/all state funding sources and in aggregate across all project phases,
if applicable): and
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• The new facility, addition, or renovation project contains 5,000 or more gross square feet (NOTE: this includes all phases of
project work, e.g., if one phase covers 3,000 square feet and another covers 2,000 square feet then each phase must comply,
however, square footage not conditioned for human occupancy, such as an equipment shed, is excluded); and
• The building includes or will include an HVAC system; and
• Only in the case of a renovation project, the cost of the renovation exceeds 25% of the current value of the property.
Projects that meet the above criteria are required to complete and submit the DOLA checklist. Please visit DOLA's HPCP web page at
High Performance Certification or contact your DOLA Regional Manager.
a. HPCP applicability
Is the applicant seeking 25% or more of state funds (from any/all state funding sources and in aggregate across all project phases,
if applicable)?
a.1 If yes, complete the remainder of this section.
a.2 If no, the project does not meet the HPCP requirements and the DOLA checklist does not need to be completed and proceed
to Section M.
No
b. HVAC details
Please select the type of HVAC system for this project.
c. Project type
Please select the type of construction project.
c.1 Building square footage
Please indicate the square footage of the building; if an addition is being added, please indicate the square footage of the
addition separately. (200 character limit)
d. For renovation projects only, does the cost exceed 25% of the current value of the property?
No
d.1. What is the current property value?
Current property value is determined on the assessed or appraised value.
d.2 What is the total project cost for the renovations?
e. Does this project meet the HPCP criteria?
If you answered "yes" to questions a and b, then your project likely meets the HPCP applicability criteria and you must complete
the H PCP registration form and preliminary checklist and upload below. (See the DOLA HPCP web page for registration and
checklist form.)
No
e.1 HPCP registration form and checklist
Please upload the HPCP registration and checklist form in an Excel format.
f. Third party verification
Have you included any costs in the budget for this grant application for third party verification to comply with the High
Performance Certification Program?
No
f.1 Third party verification cost
If you answered yes above, please specify the estimated cost for third party verification/certification. (500 character limit)
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f.2 Third party verification resources
Will you need assistance locating resources, third party consultants, or technical assistance for HPCP third party verification
requirements, preparing cost estimates, or otherwise complying with the HPCP?
No
f.2.i Third party verification resources required
If you answered yes above, please describe the type of resource identification assistance you need. (500 character limit)
M. FINANCIAL INFORMATION (CURRENT YEAR) & BUDGET
Please download and complete an Applicant Financials & Budget Template with the lead agency information as well as any co -
applicants on this application. The template is on the EIAF website under The Application Process section.
NOTE: Local governments must be in compliance with filing annual budgets, elections, annual audited financial statements, and other
statutory requirements at the time of application.
a. Financial information upload
Please upload the completed Project Financials & Budget in an Excel format and name it: <Organization>Financials.xls. Example:
LincolnCountyFinancials.xls
EIAF Project Budget Template xls - Weld County Roads 76 & 72 Improvements.xls
N. COMPLIANCE OF STATE LAWS, REGULATIONS AND DIRECTIVES
a. Certify compliance
By submitting this application, we do hereby certify that we are in compliance with all State of Colorado laws, regulations and
directives.
Yes
b. If no, please explain. (500 character limit)
O. TABOR COMPLIANCE
a. Voter authorization
Does the applicant jurisdiction have voter authorization to receive and expend state grants without regard to TABOR spending
limitations?
No
a.1 If yes, please explain
(500 character limit)
All Weld County ad valorem tax levies for county purposes, when applied to the total valuation for assessment of the county,
shall be reduced so as to prohibit the levying of a greater amount of tax revenue than was levied from ad valorem taxation in
the preceding year plus five percent (5%) except to provide for the payment of bonds and interest thereon.
a.2 If no, please respond below.
If no, would receipt of these grant funds, if awarded, result in the local government exceeding revenue limitations, prompting
a refund?
No
b. Affirm Local Government Attorney has confirmed this TABOR statement
Yes
R OFFICIAL ACTION
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a. Date of official Board, Council or Commission action
Enter the date that this application was approved for submission to DOLA by the Board, Council or Commission.
07/31/2024
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Project Name: Weld County Roads 76 and 72 Improvements
Applicant Contact: Elizabeth Relford
Date:
7/31/2024
EIAF Application
Project Budget
Project Expenses
Project Revenues Et In -kind I
Budget Line Items (Examples: architect.
engineering, construction, equipment
items, contingency, etc.)
Total Cost
State Funds
Other Funds
In Kind: Must be
approved by
DOLA prior to
application.
Other Fund Source
Funding:
Committed (C)
or Pending (PI
Construction
S 2,000,000
5
1,000,000
5 1,000,000
Public Works General Fund
C
Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE)
5 250,000
5 250,000
Public Works General Fund
C
Contingency: Enter amount in column B to
the right or if no contingency, briefly explain
here-
0%
Total/Sub-Total
$ 2,250,000
$
1,000,000
$ 1,250,000
$ -
TOTAL
$ 2,250,000
$
2,250,000
NOTE: Tota: Project Expenses
must equal Total Revenues E In Kind
NOTE: Add/delete expense rows as necessary
"6 Match State
44%
% Match Local
56%
Applicant Financials
In the column below labeled "Lead Applicant" provide the financial information for the municipality, county, school district or special district
directly benefiting from the application. In the columns below labeled "Co -applicant", provide the financial information for any public entities on
whose behalf the application is being submitted (if applicable).
Complete items "A" through "M" for ALL project types
Lead
Applicant
Co -Applicant:
Co -Applicant:
A. Assessed Valuation (AV) most recent year
5 24,037,727,539
B. Total Mill Levy
12.024
C. Property Tax revenue generated (mill levy x AV / 1,000)
5 289,043,174
D. Sales Tax rate
0.0%
E. Sates Tax Estimated annual revenue
S
F. General Fund budgeted revenue
S 232,082,01 7
G. General Fund budgeted expenditures
5 22.7,191,242
H. General Fund balance December 31st of previous yr
5 89,016,235
I. Portion of General Fund which is Unassigned ' '
5 73,902,463
J Total budgeted revenue (all funds)•
S 529,304,533
K. Total budgeted expenditures (ail funds)'
5 491,273.900
L. Total fund balance (all funds)*
5 681.634,491
M. Total outstanding debt (all funds)'
5 -
• Sum of General Fund and all Special or Enterprise Funds
▪ Include total outstanding liability from all multi -year debt obligations (lease purchase agreements, certificates of participation and other debt
instruments).
"" Unassigned fund balance - Amounts that are available for any purpose; these amounts are reported only in the general fund and have not been
committed by resolution, ordinance or contract and have not been budgeted for an intended purpose. Click on the link below for GASH Fund
Balance definitions. http! gasb.orgi page r.howridf'n.i:h-FEjRF.5ct_She-et pat
Projects Managed through Special or Enterprise Funds
For projects to be managed through a Special Fund other than the General Fund (e.g. County Road and Bridge Fund) or managed through an
Enterprise Fund (e.g. water, sewer, county airport), please complete items "N" through R.
Identify the relevant Special or Enterprise Fund > > >
Public Works
N. Special or Enterprise Fund budgeted revenue
$ 82,607,945
0. Special or Enterprise Fund budgeted expenditures
$ 77,115,128
P. Special or Enterprise Fund outstanding debt"
Q. Special Fund Mill Levy (if applicable)
0.642
R. Special or Enterprise Fund balance December 31" of
previous year
$ 263,590,345
_
•' Include the total outstanding liability from all multi -year debt obligations (lease purchase agreements, certificate of participation and any other
debt instruments.
For Water and Sewer projects only, please complete items "S" through "U"
Water
Sewer
S. Residential tap fee (charge to establish service)
T. Average residential monthly user charge (Divide sum of
annual residential combined revenues by 12 and then divide
by the number of total taps served)
U. Number of residential taps served by lead applicant
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Contract Form
Entity Information
Entity Name
COLORADO DEPARTMENT OF
LOCAL AFFAIRS
Entity ID*
@00003104
Q New Entity?
Contract Name* Contract ID
DOLA TIER 2 EIAF APPLICATION - WCR 76 & 72 8547
IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT
Contract Status
CTB REVIEW
Contract Lead *
ERELFORD
Contract Lead Email
erelford@weld.gov
Parent Contract ID
Requires Board Approval
YES
Department Project #
Contract Description
THIS GRANT APPLICATION IS TO REQUEST ONE MILLION IN IMPACT GRANT FUNDS TO ASSIST WITH THE
CONSTRUCTION OF PAVING APPROXIMATELY ONE MILE OF WCRS 76 AND 72 COMBINED.
Contract Description 2
THE TOTAL GRANT PROJECT COST IS $2,250,000. THE BOCC WORK SESSION WAS HELD ON JULY 1 7, 2024.
Contract Type *
APPLICATION
Amount*
$2,250,000.00
Renewable
NO
Automatic Renewal
Grant
YES
IGA
Department Requested BOCC Agenda Due Date
PUBLIC WORKS Date* 07/27/2024
07/31/2024
Department Email
CM-
PublicWorks@weldgov.co
m
Department Head Email
CM-PublicWorks-
DeptHead@weldgov.com
County Attorney
GENERAL COUNTY
ATTORNEY EMAIL
County Attorney Email
CM-
COUNTYATTORNEY@WEL
D.GOV
Grant Deadline Date
08/01/2024
Will a work session with BOCC be required?*
HAD
Does Contract require Purchasing Dept. to be
included?
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
Termination Notice Period
Contact Information
Review Date*
07/31/2024
Committed Delivery Date
Renewal Date
Expiration Date*
07/31/2025
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
.CURTIS HALL CHERYL PATTELLI BYRON HOWELL
DH Approved Date Finance Approved Date Legal Counsel Approved Date
07/29/2024 07/29/2024 07/29/2024
Final Approval
BOCC Approved Tyler Ref #
AG 073124
BOCC Signed Date Originator
ERELFORD
BOCC Agenda Date
07/31/2024
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COLORADO
Department of Local Affairs
Division of Local Government
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FY 2025: Cycle 24-11 EIAF Tier I/Tier II and Special Initiatives Funding Application
Local Government/Organization: Weld County
Status: Submitted
Filed On: 2024-08-01114:14:14
ERELFORD
Filed By:
Reviewed On:
Reviewed By:
Reviewer Notes:
Application Overview
The Department of Local Affairs (DOLA) Energy and Mineral Impact Assistance Fund (EIAF) program was created to assist political
subdivisions that are socially and/or- economically impacted by the development, processing, or energy conversion of minerals and
mineral fuels. Funds come from the state severance tax on energy and mineral production and from a portion of the states share of
royalties paid to the federal government for mining and drilling of minerals and mineral fuels on federally -owned land. The creation of
the fund is outlined in C.R.S. 34-63-102 (Federal Mineral Lease) and C.R.S. 39-29-110 (Severance). Grant dollars are to be awarded for
the planning, design, construction, maintenance of public facilities, and for the provision of public services by political subdivisions.
Requests in this Cycle 24-11 may be for:
EIAF Tier I: up to $200,000 with a 1:1 match
EIAF Tier II: over $200.001 and up to $1,000,000 with a 1:1 match
Climate Resilience Challenge: up to $2.000,000 with a 25% match for implementation, 10% for planning
More Housing Now & Land Use Initiative: up to $2,000,000 with a 25% match for implementation, 10% for planning
Tier I award notifications are anticipated in mid -October 2024. All other application presentations are scheduled for early November
2024 with funding decisions anticipated mid -November 2024. More information on the EIAF program, including these special
initiatives, can be found on the EIAF website.
A. APPLICANT/CONTACT INFORMATION
1. Local Government/Organization: Weld County
In the case of a multi -jurisdictional application, select the other participating eligible organizations:
2. Principal Representative:
(In the case of a multi -jurisdictional application, principal representative of the lead organization.)
Honorific:
First Name: Elizabeth
Middle Name:
Last Name: Relford
Suffix:
Role: Principal Representative
Mailing Address: 1402 N. 17th Avenue
Address 2:
City: Greeley
State: CO
Zip Code: 80631
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From:
Sent:
To:
Cc:
Subject:
angie.cues@state.co.us
Tuesday, August 6, 2024 7:00 AM
Elizabeth Relford; Chris D'Ouidio; Elizabeth Relford
tim.katers@state.co.us, angie.cue@state.co.us, marion.finocchiaro@state.co.us
DLG Grants e -filing: application 13670 accepted for consideration
Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless
you recognize the sender and know the content is safe.
The following electronically filed application has been accepted for consideration of a grant award by the Division of
Local Government on Aug 5, 2024 02:13 PM. All applications will be reviewed at a later date and the decision to award
funds will be determined at that time.
Funding Opportunity: Energy and Mineral Impact Assistance Fund starting July 1, 2024
Application ID: 13670
Program Type: EIAF
Project Number: 100010
Applicant: Weld County
Filed By: ERELFORD
Date Filed: Aug 1, 2024 02:14 PM
Review Notes: DOLA staff has received and accepted your application into our grants portal system. There is no need to
take any action based on this email. Please continue to work with your Regional Manager moving forward.
- Angie Cue, EIAF Program Manager
Please do not respond to this automatic notification. If you need assistance or have questions, please contact the
program or regional staff copied on this notification.
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