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Minutes
Board of County Commissioners
Weld County, Colorado
Wednesday, October 29, 2025
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, October 29, 2025, 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 Perry L. Buck, Chair
Commissioner Scott K. James, Pro-Tem
Commissioner Jason S. Maxey — Excused
Commissioner Lynette Peppler — Excused
Commissioner Kevin D. Ross
Also present:
Acting Clerk to the Board, Houstan Aragon
County Attorney, Bruce Barker
Controller, Rusty Williams
Minutes: Commissioner Ross moved to approve the below listed Minutes of the Board
of County Commissioners meeting, as printed. Commissioner James seconded the
motion and it carried unanimously.
1. Minutes from October 15, 2025
Amendments to Agenda: There were no amendments to the Agenda.
Consent Agenda: Commissioner James moved to approve the Consent Agenda, as
printed. Commissioner Ross seconded the motion and it carried unanimously.
Presentations and Proclamations:
1. Recognition of Services, Weld County Community Development Block Grant
Advisory Committee — A.J. Krieger: Chair Buck read the certificate for the
record. Cynthina Martin, CDBG Analyst, stated that Mr. Krieger was a founding
member of the committee and expressed her appreciation for his dedication over
the past five (5) years. The Board extended their well wishes and thanked him for
his voluntary efforts for the citizens of Weld County.
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2. United Airlines Flight 629 Victims Memorial Day — November 1, 2025: Chair
Buck read the certificate for the record. Becky Tesone, Vice President for the
Flight 629 Memorial Board, thanked the Board for their acknowledgement on the
verge of the 70th anniversary of the tragedy, and expressed her appreciation for
the efforts of the Denver Police Museum with their unveiling of a permanent
memorial to commemorate the victims and first responders of the event at the old
Stapleton Airport tower. She shared John Gilbert Graham packed dynamite in his
suitcase and brought it onto United Airlines Flight 629, on November 1, 1955,
which exploded shortly after takeoff. He was convicted of only killing one (1) person
while the remaining individuals were considered as collateral damage. Ms. Tesone
further introduced other Flight 629 Memorial Board Members who were in
attendance for the record.
Conrad Hopp shared his first-hand account as a sugar beet farmer, in 1955, and
as an eyewitness during the event. Phil Bearly introduced himself as the son of
Clayton Bearly, who was the Manager for the former Johnson's Corner Restaurant
and Truck Stop when the establishment opened in 1951. He further shared his
memories of being a young child on his way to his grandmother's birthday when
they witnessed the explosion in the air. As a result of the heroic efforts of his father,
G.R. Carrel, Chief of the Colorado State Patrol (at that time), honored his services
as a Good Samaritan in assistance to the first responders, which Mr. Hopp
provided for the record marked as Exhibit A.
Linda Allour, Vice President of Fundraising, spoke to the unique circumstances that
make this tragic event stand out among so many that have occurred over the years
and the impacts that were felt by the communities and family affected. She
explained, as a result of this event, luggage is now screened through x-rays prior
to boarding any flight. It also resulted in the creation of the search grid method
used by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) when the agents investigate
crashes, and Congress enacted laws to make it a crime to commit domestic
terroristic attacks on airplanes and criminals are charged with each life injured or
taken. The Board extended their sincere appreciation for the Committee members
and citizens highlighting the historical event, recognized their efforts to raise
awareness to the senseless act of violence that has kept the memories alive for
those who were affected, and applauded their fundraising for a permanent
memorial to be placed at the crash site. (Clerk's Note: The group gathered for a
photo opportunity.)
Warrants:
1. General Warrants: Commissioner James moved to approve the General
Warrants, as printed. Commissioner Ross seconded the motion and it carried
unanimously.
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New Business — General:
1. Consider Contract ID #9985 Professional Service Agreement for General and
Legal Transcription Services and Authorize Chair to Sign — Transcription
Outsourcing, LLC, dba Ditto Transcripts: Jamie Ulrich, Director of the
Department of Human Services, stated the agreement allows for general and legal
transcription services to be outsourced for the benefit of Weld County clients
attending court. Commissioner Ross moved to approve said agreement and
authorize the Chair to sign. The motion was seconded by Commissioner James
and it carried unanimously.
2. Consider Contract ID #9987 Professional Service Agreement for Low -Income
Energy Assistance Program (LEAP) Outreach Incentive Program and
Authorize Chair to Sign — United Way of Weld County: Ms. Ulrich stated the
agreement allows for United Way of Weld County to provide outreach for energy
assistance during the winter months for low-income families, disabled individuals,
and the senior population in Weld County. Commissioner James moved to approve
said agreement and authorize the Chair to sign. The motion, which was seconded
by Commissioner Ross, carried unanimously.
3. Consider Contract ID #9989 Professional Service Agreement for Consulting
and Support for Family Resource Wraparound Services, and Authorize Chair
to Sign — Lefthand Management, LLC: Ms. Ulrich stated the agreement provides
guidance to the County in the process of being a Medicaid provider and the billing
of those services through the High -Fidelity Wraparound Program.
Commissioner Ross moved to approve said agreement and authorize the Chair to
sign. The motion was seconded by Commissioner James and it carried
unanimously.
4. Consider Contract ID #9990 Memorandum of Understanding for Child
Welfare and Adult Protective Services Call Coverage from Hotline County
Connection Center (HCCC) and Authorize Chair to Sign — Prowers County:
Ms. Ulrich stated the memorandum of understanding (MOU) allows for the
department to utilize the assistance of Prowers County with hotline call coverage
for child welfare and adult protective services. Commissioner James moved to
approve said MOU and authorize the Chair to sign. The motion was seconded by
Commissioner Ross and it carried unanimously.
5. Consider Appointment to Weld County Community Development Block
Grant Advisory Committee (CDBGAC): Ms. Martin recommended the
appointment of A.J. Eucker as the replacement of A.J. Krieger on said Committee.
Commissioner Ross moved to approve said appointment. The motion was
seconded by Commissioner James and it carried unanimously.
Public Comment: No public comment was offered.
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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 9:29 a.m.
The Board of County Commissioners of Weld County, Colorado, approved the above
and foregoing Minutes, on motion duly made and seconded, by the following vote on the
12th day of November, A.D., 2025:
Perry L. Buck, Chair: Aye
Scott K. James, Pro -Tern: Aye
Jason S. Maxey: Aye
Lynette Peppler: Aye
Kevin D. Ross: Excused Date of Approval
Attest:
Esther E. Gesick, Clerk to the Board
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COL. G. R. CARREL, CHIEF
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November 22, 1955
Clayton Bearly
Johnsons Corner
Loveland, Colorado
Dear Mr. Bearly:
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I wish to take this opportunity to express my sincere thanks and apprec-
iation for the assistance and cooperation rendered this organization by
you during the unfortunate crash of the United Air Lines airliner near
Longmont on November 1, 1955.
It is a source of great satisfaction and pride to know that in time of
disaster, all law enforcement agencies, Fire Departments, National Guard
Units and individuals cooperate so wonderfully.
Please accept ray heartiest thanks for your timely assistance.
Trusting that you will call upon this department at any time we can be of
service to you, I remain,
Sincerely,
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