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Home My WebLink About20243129.tiffRECORD OF PROCEEDINGS MINUTES BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WELD COUNTY, COLORADO MONDAY, DECEMBER 2, 2024 The Board of County Commissioners of Weld County, Colorado, met in regular session in full conformity with the laws of the State of Colorado at the regular place of meeting in the Weld County Administration Building, Greeley, Colorado, December 2, 2024, at the hour of 9:00 a.m. • ROLL CALL: The meeting was called to order by the Chair and on roll call the following members were present, constituting a quorum of the members thereof: Commissioner Kevin D. Ross, Chair Commissioner Perry L. Buck, Pro-Tem Commissioner Mike Freeman Commissioner Scott K. James Commissioner Lori Saine — EXCUSED Also present: County Attorney, Bruce Barker Acting Clerk to the Board, Houstan Aragon Chief Financial Officer, Cheryl Pattelli Ei MINUTES: There being no corrections to the Minutes of the Board of County Commissioners meeting of November 18, 2024, as printed, Commissioner Buck moved to approve. Commissioner James seconded the motion and it carried unanimously. • AMENDMENTS TO AGENDA: There were no amendments to the Agenda. IE CONSENT AGENDA: Commissioner James moved to approve the Consent Agenda, as printed. Commissioner Freeman seconded the motion and it carried unanimously. • BIDS: 1) APPROVE BID #62400115, DOCUMENT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM - DEPARTMENT OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (CONT'D FROM 11/18/2024): Toby Taylor, Purchasing Department, stated staff recommends selecting the overall best value for the solicitation, Global Solutions Group, Inc., on -premises, for a total amount of $81,950.00. Commissioner James moved to approve said bid. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Buck and it carried unanimously. • NEW BUSINESS: 1) CONSIDER ESTABLISHING SALARY OF DISTRICT ATTORNEY FOR THE 19TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT FOR YEARS BEGINNING JANUARY 1, 2025, THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2028: Michael Rourke, 19th Judicial District Attorney, was present to answer questions and expressed his appreciation for the strong working relationship with the Board. Commissioner James moved to approve said Resolution. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Freeman. Chair Ross expressed his gratitude toward Mr. Rourke for the tremendous efforts he exhibits for the citizens of Weld County. There being no further discussion, the motion carried unanimously. tzl11 Minutes, Monday, December 2, 2024 Page 1 2024-3129 BC0016 El 2) CONSIDER CONTRACT ID #8846 USER AGREEMENT FOR WELD COUNTY REGIONAL COMMUNICATIONS CENTER (WCRCC) WIRELESS PUBLIC SAFETY RADIO SERVICES AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN - GLOBAL MEDICAL RESPONSE, INC. (GMR): Tina Powell, Director of the Department of Public Safety Communications, explained Global Medical Response, Inc., acquired Banner Health, so the agreement reflects the change and allows for dispatching services. Commissioner Buck moved to approve said agreement and authorize the Chair to sign. The motion was seconded by Commissioner James and it carried unanimously. ID 3) CONSIDER OFFER LETTER FOR SALE AND PURCHASE OF CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY, QUIT CLAIM DEED, AND STATEMENT OF AUTHORITY FORM, FOR CONVEYANCE OF SCOUT ISLAND TO NORTHERN INTEGRATED SUPPLY PROJECT WATER ACTIVITY ENTERPRISE FOR SOUTH PLATTE WATER CONSERVATION PIPELINE PROJECT, AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR AND INTERIM CONTROLLER TO SIGN ANY NECESSARY DOCUMENTS - NORTHERN COLORADO WATER CONSERVANCY DISTRICT: Bruce Barker, County Attorney, explained the property being considered was given to Weld County through Deed in the 1930's for use by the Boy Scouts of America. He stated the property was used as "Scout Island" over the course of several years, but to common knowledge, this property has not been used since the 1940's or 1950's. Mr. Barker stated the Northern Colorado Water Conservancy District approached Weld County with an offer to purchase said property, for the amount of $20,700.00, which staff deems an adequate price. He noted the purpose for their purchase of the property is to construct a diversion structure at that location, and stated staff recommends approval. Commissioner Buck moved to accept said offer letter and approve said deed and form. The motion was seconded by Commissioner James and it carried unanimously. (Clerk's note: The Title was altered slightly subsequent to the Board meeting to more accurately reflect the parties involved.) IIEJ 4) CONSIDER 2025 AMOUNT TO BE PAID FOR INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN CITY OF GREELEY AND WELD COUNTY FOR ISLAND GROVE PARK MANAGEMENT SERVICES: Cheryl Pattelli, Chief Financial Officer, stated this, and the next twelve (12) subsequent items were discussed as part of the budget process in preparation of the 2025 Budget approval. She stated each of the following are agreements to solidify various amounts of monies to be allocated. Ms. Pattelli indicated the agreement with the City of Greeley, is in the amount of $901,967.00, for operating expenses for the management of the County's facilities located at Island Grove Park. Commissioner Freeman moved to approve the resolution. The motion was seconded by Commissioner James and it carried unanimously. IR 5) CONSIDER MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING FOR ADULT TREATMENT COURT AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN: Ms. Pattelli stated this particular item is not to exceed the amount of $50,000.00, of operating funds for adult treatment court to assist offenders. Commissioner James moved to approve said memorandum of understanding and authorize the Chair to sign. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Buck and it carried unanimously. 6) CONSIDER MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT BETWEEN WELD COUNTY, COLORADO, AND A WOMAN'S PLACE AS RECIPIENT OF WELD COUNTY GENERAL FUND MONIES, AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN: Ms. Pattelli stated the agreement is for $10,000.00 of operational funding to support individuals and families affected by domestic violence across Weld County. Commissioner Freeman moved to approve said memorandum of agreement and authorize the Chair to sign. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Buck and it carried unanimously. Minutes, Monday, December 2, 2024 Page 2 2024-3129 BC0016 11 7) CONSIDER MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT BETWEEN WELD COUNTY, COLORADO, AND ENVISION AS RECIPIENT OF WELD COUNTY GENERAL FUND MONIES, AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN: Ms. Pattelli stated the agreement provides $38,225.00 of operational funding to provide early intervention services to developmentally disabled children in Weld County. Commissioner Buck moved to approve said agreement and authorize the Chair to sign. The motion was seconded by Commissioner James and it carried unanimously. IE 8) CONSIDER MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT BETWEEN WELD COUNTY, COLORADO, AND GREAT WESTERN TRAIL AUTHORITY AS RECIPIENT OF WELD COUNTY GENERAL FUND MONIES, AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN: Ms. Pattelli stated the agreement provides $20,000.00 of operational funding for maintenance of the Great Western Trail in unincorporated Weld County. Commissioner James moved to approve said agreement and authorize the Chair to sign. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Buck and it carried unanimously. IE 9) CONSIDER MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT FOR MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES BETWEEN WELD COUNTY, COLORADO, AND NORTH RANGE BEHAVIORAL HEALTH AS RECIPIENT OF WELD COUNTY GENERAL FUND MONIES, AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN: Ms. Pattelli stated the agreement provides $206,000.00 of operational funding to support mental health services. Commissioner Buck moved to approve said agreement and authorize the Chair to sign. Seconded by Commissioner James and the motion carried unanimously. 10) CONSIDER MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT FOR SUICIDE EDUCATION AND PREVENTION SERVICES BETWEEN WELD COUNTY, COLORADO, AND NORTH RANGE BEHAVIORAL HEALTH AS RECIPIENT OF WELD COUNTY GENERAL FUND MONIES, AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN: Ms. Pattelli stated the agreement provides $20,000.00 of operational funding to support suicide education and prevention services. Commissioner Freeman moved to approve said agreement and authorize the Chair to sign. The motion was seconded by Commissioner James and it carried unanimously. El 11) CONSIDER MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT BETWEEN WELD COUNTY, COLORADO, AND EAST COLORADO SMALL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CENTER (SBDC) AS RECIPIENT OF WELD COUNTY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT TRUST FUND MONIES, AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN: Ms. Pattelli stated the agreement provides $65,000.00 of operational funding for small business consultation, training, and assistance with obtaining funding. Commissioner Buck moved to approve said agreement and authorize the Chair to sign. Seconded by Commissioner James and the motion carried unanimously. I" 12) CONSIDER MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT BETWEEN WELD COUNTY, COLORADO, AND UNITED WAY OF WELD COUNTY (211 INFORMATION AND REFERRAL) AS RECIPIENT OF WELD COUNTY GENERAL FUND MONIES, AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN: Ms. Pattelli stated the agreement provides $50,000.00 of operational funding for the 211 Information and Referral Services Program. Commissioner James moved to approve said agreement and authorize the Chair to sign. Seconded by Commissioner Buck and the motion carried unanimously. 13) CONSIDER MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT BETWEEN WELD COUNTY, COLORADO, AND UNITED WAY OF WELD COUNTY (READING GREAT BY 8) AS RECIPIENT OF WELD COUNTY GENERAL FUND MONIES, AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN: Ms. Pattelli stated the agreement provides $10,000.00 of operational expenses for the Reading Great by Eight program. Commissioner Freeman moved to approve said agreement and authorize the Chair to sign. Seconded by Commissioner Buck and the motion carried unanimously. Minutes, Monday, December 2, 2024 Page 3 2024-3129 BC0016 • 14) CONSIDER MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT BETWEEN WELD COUNTY, COLORADO, AND UNITED WAY OF WELD COUNTY (WELD'S WAY HOME) AS RECIPIENT OF WELD COUNTY GENERAL FUND MONIES, AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN: Ms. Pattelli stated the agreement provides $5,000.00 of operational funding for Weld's Way Home program. Commissioner James moved to approve said agreement and authorize the Chair to sign. Seconded by Commissioner Buck and the motion carried unanimously. • 15) CONSIDER MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT BETWEEN WELD COUNTY, COLORADO, AND UPSTATE COLORADO ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AS RECIPIENT OF WELD COUNTY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT TRUST FUND MONIES, AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN: Ms. Pattelli stated the agreement provides $200,000.00 of operational funding to support existing and potential industries in Weld County. Commissioner Freeman moved to approve said agreement and authorize the Chair to sign. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Buck and it carried unanimously. El 16) CONSIDER MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT BETWEEN WELD COUNTY, COLORADO, AND WELD COUNTY SENIOR CITIZEN COORDINATORS AS RECIPIENT OF WELD COUNTY GENERAL FUND MONIES, AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN: Ms. Pattelli stated the agreement provides $40,000.00 of operational funding to support senior programs. Commissioner Freeman moved to approve said agreement and authorize the Chair to sign. The motion was seconded by Commissioner James, and it carried unanimously. �—�- 17) FINAL READING OF CODE ORDINANCE #2024-13, IN THE MATTER OF REPEALING AND REENACTING, WITH AMENDMENTS, CHAPTER 12 LICENSES AND PERMITS OF THE WELD COUNTY CODE (LIQUOR LICENSES AND PERMITS, AND COUNTY DANCE HALL LICENSES): Commissioner James moved to read Code Ordinance #2024-13 by title only. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Buck, and it carried unanimously. Mr. Barker read the title for the record. Matthew Conroy, Assistant County Attorney, indicated there have been no additional changes since Second Reading and staff recommends approval. No public testimony was offered concerning this matter. Commissioner Buck moved to approve Code Ordinance #2024-13 on Final Reading. The motion was seconded by Commissioner James and it carried unanimously. Ei 18) FINAL READING OF CODE ORDINANCE #2024-15, IN THE MATTER OF REPEALING AND REENACTING, WITH AMENDMENTS, CHAPTER 5 REVENUE AND FINANCE OF THE WELD COUNTY CODE (APPENDIX 5-H - FEES FOR LIQUOR LICENSES): Commissioner Freeman moved to read Code Ordinance #2024-15 by title only. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Buck, and it carried unanimously. Mr. Barker read the title for the record. Mr. Conroy indicated there have been no additional changes since Second Reading and staff recommends approval. No public testimony was offered concerning this matter. Commissioner James moved to approve Code Ordinance #2024-15 on Final Reading. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Buck and it carried unanimously. El 19) FINAL READING OF CODE ORDINANCE #2024-14, IN THE MATTER OF REPEALING AND REENACTING, WITH AMENDMENTS, CHAPTER 5 REVENUE AND FINANCE OF THE WELD COUNTY CODE (FEE SCHEDULE): Commissioner James moved to approve Code Ordinance #2024-14 by title only. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Buck, and it carried unanimously. Mr. Barker read the title for the record. Ms. Pattelli indicated there have been changes since Second Reading regarding Impact Fees which adjust annually for inflation with an increase of 1.9% for 2025. She stated staff is not proposing an increase in the $.21 per square foot drainage Impact Fee since it would result in nearly a 5% cost increase if another penny were to be added. No public testimony was offered concerning this matter. Commissioner James moved to approve Code Ordinance #2024-14 on Final Reading. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Freeman and it carried unanimously. Minutes, Monday, December 2, 2024 Page 4 2024-3129 BC0016 PUBLIC COMMENT: No Public comment was offered. RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES: The Resolutions were presented and signed as listed on the Consent Agenda. Ordinance #261, and Code Ordinances #2024-13, #2024-14, and #2024-15 were approved on Final Reading. Let the minutes reflect that the above and foregoing actions were attested to and respectfully submitted by the Clerk to the Board. There being no further business, this meeting was adjourned at 9:21 a.m. These Minutes were approved on the 16th day of December, 2024. BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WELD COU . OLO ATTEST: ddziko Weld County Clerk to the Board BY: III vin . Ross, Chair (AYE) (AYE) Deputy Clerk to the Bo (AYE) Mike Freeman cott K. James ABSTAINED (AYE) Lori Saine Minutes, Monday, December 2, 2024 Page 5 2024-3129 BC0016 Hello