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Home My WebLink About20240911.tiffRESOLUTION RE: APPROVE MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING FOR RESIST PEER MENTORING PROGRAM, A WELDWAITS AFTERSCHOOL MENTORING PROGRAM, AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR PRO-TEM TO SIGN - WELD COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT 6 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 Memorandum of Understanding for the RESIST Peer Mentoring Program, a WeIdWAITS Afterschool Mentoring Program, between 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 Health and Environment, and Weld County School District 6, commencing upon full execution of signatures, and ending June 30, 2029, with further terms and conditions being as stated in said memorandum of understanding, and WHEREAS, after review, the Board deems it advisable to approve said memorandum of understanding, 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 Memorandum of Understanding for the RESIST Peer Mentoring Program, a WeIdWAITS Afterschool Mentoring Program, between 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 Health and Environment, and Weld County School District 6, be, and hereby is, approved. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED by the Board that the Chair Pro-Tem be, and hereby is, authorized to sign said memorandum of understanding. cc'. k-kL (Sc) °H/2612H 2024-0911 HL0057 MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING FOR RESIST PEER MENTORING PROGRAM, A WELDWAITS AFTERSCHOOL MENTORING PROGRAM - WELD COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT 6 PAGE 2 The above and foregoing Resolution was, on motion duly made and seconded, adopted by the following vote on the 17th day of April, A.D., 2024. BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WELD COUNTY, COLORADO ATTEST: x4%4 Weld County Clerk to the Board )otAw )(Ji- Deputy Clerk to the Board EXCUSED Kevin D. Ross, Chair Perry L. Bk, Pro-Tem Mike reeman -, AP OVED AS ORM: # • /��NI� •Afetwilshiglir � es,• County Attorney (2'!Z4Date of signature: sine 2024-0911 HL0057 Co \A-vca,-I- IDi4- ?c00� BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS PASS -AROUND REVIEW PASS -AROUND TITLE: Renewal of Memorandum of Understanding with Weld County School District Six DEPARTMENT: Public Health and Environment DATE: April 2, 2024 PERSON REQUESTING: Jason Chessher, Executive Director Brief description of the problem/issue: WeidWAITS implements an after -school transition program for fifth graders transitioning into middle school. The 10 -week program meets after school, once a week at specific elementary schools to help support a successful transition into middle school through connections, character, and competencies. Based on a Positive Youth Development framework, students learn about the importance of healthy friendships, setting boundaries, implementing refusal skills, and developing positive character traits. Weld County School District Six (D6) requires a facility use form that includes an indemnification clause which needs a signature from a representative requesting the use of the specific school. Weld County legal has advised staff not to sign this clause. This MOU exempts Weld County from this requirement. (This is a renewal of a similar MOU entered into in August 2019 and set to expire in June 2024.) What options exist for the Board? The Board can approve or deny the MOU. Consequences: Declining this MOU will limit efforts to help elementary students successfully transition into middle school since we would not be able to utilize D6 elementary schools to host the implementation of the program due to the indemnification clause in the facility use form. Impacts: Approval of this MOU will allow the program to partner with D6 to implement RESIST and host the transition program at specific elementary schools. This will eliminate several barriers to participation, with the biggest being transportation, and allow WeIdWAITS to help prepare students to successfully transition into middle school with increased confidence which will increase student attendance, academic involvement, and a possible decrease in discipline referrals. Costs (Current Fiscal Year / Ongoing or Subsequent Fiscal Years): No additional county funding requested. Recommendation: I recommend approval of this MOU renewal with Weld County School District 6. Support Recommendation Schedule Place on BOCC Agenda Work Session Other/Comments: Perry L. Buck, Pro-Tem Mike Freeman Scott K. James Kevin D. Ross , Chair Lori Saine vn� c -4( - Vol !mom 2024-0911 (4/11 N L0051 Karla Ford From: Sent: To: Subject: yes Lori Saine Weld County Commissioner, District 3 1150 O Street PO Box 758 Greeley CO 80632 Phone: 970-400-4205 Fax: 970-336-7233 Email: IsaineOweldoov.com Website: www.co.weld.co.us In God We Trust L riSdine Tuesday, April 2, 2024 2:11 PM Karla Ford RE: -12 - Please Reply,District 6.MOU Health pass -around Confidentiality Notice: This electronic transmission and any attached documents or other writings are intended only for the person or entity to which it is addressed and may contain information that is privileged, confidential or otherwise protected from disclosure. If you have received this communication in error, please immediately notify sender by return e-mail and destroy the communication. Any disclosure, copying, distribution or the taking of any action concerning the contents of this communication or any attachments by anyone other than the named recipient is strictly prohibited. From: Karla Ford <kford@weld.gov> Sent: Tuesday, April 2, 2024 1:28 PM To: Lori Saine <Isaine@weld.gov> Subject: 12 - Please Reply -District 6 MOU Health pass -around Importance: High Please advise if you support recommendation and to have department place on the agenda. Karla Ford X Office Manager, Board of Weld County Commissioners 1150 O Street, P.O. Box 758, Greeley, Colorado 80632 DocuSign Envelope ID: B5E99982-1135-49E8-9CAA-C44B4B1B0034 MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN WELD COUNTY & WELD COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT SIX THIS MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING ("MOU") is made and entered into this 17. day of April, 2024, by and between the County of Weld, by and through its Board of County Commissioners, whose address is 1150 "O" Street, Greeley, Colorado 80631, on behalf of the Weld County Department of Public Health and Environment, hereinafter referred to as "County," and Greeley/Evans School District Six, whose address is 1025 9"' Avenue, Greeley, Colorado 80631, hereinafter referred to as "District". WHEREAS, County administers the RESIST peer mentoring program, and WHEREAS, District desires to allow County to administer the RESIST program to students at participating District 6 schools, at no cost to the District, pursuant to the terms and conditions of this MOU. NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual promises and covenants contained herein, the parties hereto agree as follows: 1. Program. The County shall, during the term of this MOU, have the authority, but not obligation, to provide services associated with the RESIST peer mentoring program ("Program"), as described in Exhibit A, which is attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference, to participating District 6 Schools. 2. Term. The term of this MOU shall commence upon mutual execution and shall expire on June 30, 2029. 3. Termination. This MOU may be terminated by either party upon Ten (10) days prior written notice to the other party for any reason. 4. Extension or Modification. Any amendments or modifications to this MOU shall be in writing signed by both parties. 5. Compensation. Neither party shall pay any compensation to the other party pursuant to this MOU. 6. Background Checks. County warrants that it has complied with the provisions of C.R.S. §22-32-122(4), and that County has caused to be performed a criminal background check for any person providing services under this MOU, including any subcontractor or other agent of the County, if the person provides direct services to students, including but not limited to transportation, instruction, or food services. The background checks required by this paragraph shall be required only for those persons ages 18 and above who have regular, but not incidental, contact with students at least once a month. The results of any such background check will be made available to the District upon request. 7. Facility Use Form. The Director of the Weld County Department of Public Health and Environment (WCDPHE) or his/her designee, annually or as often as needed, shall submit to the District a Facility Use Form provided by the District. Such form shall provide contact information, notice of the dates, and description of facility needs for the program, but shall not include additional contractual provisions (e.g. indemnification, insurance). 8. Independent Contractor. County agrees that it is an independent contractor and that County's officers, agents or employees will not become employees of the District, nor entitled to any employee benefits from the District as a result of the execution of this MOU. County shall provide services hereunder as an independent contractor. 9. Interruptions. Neither party to this MOU shall be liable to the other for delays in delivery or failure to deliver or otherwise to perform any obligation under this MOU, where such failure is due to any cause beyond its reasonable control, including but not limited to Acts of God, fires, strikes, war, flood, earthquakes or Governmental actions. 10. Non -Exclusive Agreement. This MOU is nonexclusive. The District may engage or use other contractors or persons to perform services of the same or similar nature, and County may provide similar services to other persons or entities. Page 1 of 3 Contract 24-676-055 DocuSign Envelope ID: B5E99982-1135-49E8-9CAA-C44B4B1B0034 11. Entire Agreement/Modifications. This MOU including the Exhibits attached hereto and incorporated herein, contains the entire agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter contained in this MOU. This instrument supersedes all prior negotiations, representations, and understandings or agreements with respect to the subject matter contained in this MOU. This MOU may be changed or supplemented only by a written instrument signed by both parties. 12. Fund Availability. As Colorado governmental entities, financial obligations of the parties payable after the current fiscal year are contingent upon funds for that purpose being appropriated, budgeted and otherwise made available. Execution of this MOU by the parties does not create an obligation on the part of either party to expend funds not otherwise appropriated in each succeeding year. 13. Severability. If any term or condition of this MOU shall be held to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, this MOU shall be construed and enforced without such provision, to the extent that this MOU is then capable of execution within the original intent of the parties. 14. Governmental Immunity. No term or condition of this contract shall be construed or interpreted as a waiver, express or implied, of any of the immunities, rights, benefits, protections or other provisions, of the Colorado Governmental Immunity Act §§24-10-101 et seq., as applicable now or hereafter amended. 15. No Third Party Beneficiary. It is expressly understood and agreed that the enforcement of the terms and conditions of this MOU, and all rights of action relating to such enforcement, shall be strictly reserved to the undersigned parties and nothing in this MOU shall give or allow any claim or right of action whatsoever by any other person not included in this MOU. It is the express intention of the undersigned parties that any entity other than the undersigned parties receiving services or benefits under this MOU shall be an incidental beneficiary only. 16. Board of County Commissioners of Weld County Approval. This MOU shall not be valid until it has been approved by the Board of County Commissioners of Weld County, Colorado or its designee. 17. Choice of Law/Jurisdiction. Colorado law, and rules and regulations established pursuant thereto, shall be applied in the interpretation, execution, and enforcement of this MOU. Any provision included or incorporated herein by reference which conflicts with said laws, rules and/or regulations shall be null and void. In the event of a legal dispute between the parties, the parties agree that the Weld County District Court shall have exclusive jurisdiction to resolve said dispute. 18. Acknowledgment. The parties acknowledge that each has read this MOU, understands it and agrees to be bound by its terms. Both parties further agree that this MOU, with the attached Exhibit A, is the complete and exclusive statement of agreement between the parties and supersedes all proposals or prior agreements, oral or written, and any other communications between the parties relating to the subject matter of this MOU. Signatures on following page Page 2 of 3 Contract 24-676-055 DocuSign Envelope ID: B5E99982-1135-49E8-9CAA-C44B4B1 B0034 IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have signed this MOU this 6`h day of February 2024. WELD COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT SIX: By: Nl �, aun Spetn,sl t,r, (,�.it f rit aun tial, u r Name: eggan Sponsler Title: Chief Financial Officer WELD COUNTY: ATTEST. Weld C BY: Jerk to the B and Deputy Cl fi to e Date:Feb 6, 2024 BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WE COUNTY, CO ADO erry L. B , Chair Pro-Tem APR 1 7 2024 Page 3 of 3 Contract 24-676-055 �� O%( Exhibit A Statement of Work for RESIST I. Entity Name: Weld County Department of Public Health and Environment II. Term of MOU: July 1, 2024 - June 30, 2029 III. Project Description: RESIST is an after -school program sponsored by the Weld County Department of Public Health and Environment to help prepare fifth grade students at select District 6 elementary schools for the transition into middle school. It is a cascading model made up of high school students and elementary students. WeIdWAITS staff train and equip carefully selected high school students who will lead adult supervised meetings with fifth grade students. The program is based on the Positive Youth Development framework that provides an intentional, prosocial, strengths -based approach that engages youth; recognizes, utilizes, and enhances the strengths of youth; and promotes positive outcomes for youth. The goal of RESIST is to support a successful transition into middle school through connections, character, and competencies, as well as leadership development for high school students. IV. Services Provided by Contractor: Completely FREE after -school program; • Program planning and support for RESIST; • Selection and training of high school students; • Adult supervision of participating students during RESIST meetings; • Weekly meetings with fifth grade students when RESIST is offered (Exceptions include days that the school is closed for vacations, holidays, and inclement weather); Communication with parents of fifth grade students regarding program goals, expectations, schedules, and permission forms; Communication with District 6 Facility Use Department and participating school administration and sponsors regarding logistics for RESIST meetings and protocols for safety and volunteer check in procedures. V. Work Plan: Provide quality, youth -centered, after -school programming that supports positive development and complements school -day activities to prepare fifth grade students for middle school and offer high school students leadership skills. The program will also support parent - child connectedness through a family engagement activity booklet that encourages continual discussion of the topics at home. Meetings held weekly with fifth grade students at select District 6 elementary schools will provide a healthy snack, physical activities, creative experiences for self -reflection, and large group and small group activities and discussions on the following topics: Responsibility Excellence (goal setting) Self -Control • Patience • Self -Respect Trust • Healthy Friendships • Boundary Setting/Refusal Skills Becoming a Middle School CHAMP! ract Entity Information Entity Name* Entity ID* WELD COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT @00002589 #6 Contract Name * MOU RESIST PEER MENTORING Contract Status CTB REVIEW Contract Description MOU RESIST PEER MENTORING Contract Description 2 Contract Type" AGREEMENT Amount* 50.00 Renewable NO Automatic Renewal Grant IGA Department HEALTH Department Email CM-Health@weldgov.com Department Head Email CM-Health- DeptHead@weldgov.com County Attorney GENERAL COUNTY ATTORNEY EMAIL County Attorney Email CM- COUNTYATTORNEY@WEL DGOV.COM If this is a renewal enter previous Contract ID If this is part of a MSA enter MSA Contract ID ❑ New Entity? Contract ID 8008 Contract Lead * BFRITZ Contract Lead Email bfritz@weld.gov;Health- Contracts@weld.gov Parent Contract ID Requires Board Approval YES Department Project # Requested BOCC Agenda Due Date Date* 04/13/2024 04/17/2024 Will a work session with BOCC be required?* NO Does Contract require Purchasing Dept. to be included? 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 Contact Info Review Date 03/01/2029 Committed Delivery Date Renewal Date Expiration Date* 06/30/2029 Contact Name Contact Type Contact Email Contact Phone 1 Contact Phone 2 Purchasing Purchasing Approver Purchasing Approved Date Approval Process Department Head JASON CHESSHER DH Approved Date 04/10/2024 Final Approval BOCC Approved BOCC Signed Date BOCC Agenda Date 04/17/2024 Finance Approver CHERYL PATTELLI Legal Counsel KARIN MCDOUGAL Finance Approved Date Legal Counsel Approved Date 04/11/2024 04/12/2024 Tyler Ref # AG 041 724 Originator BFRITZ Hello