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Minutes
Board of County Commissioners
Weld County, Colorado
Wednesday, October 1, 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 1, 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
Commissioner Kevin D. Ross
Also present:
Acting Clerk to the Board, Houstan Aragon
County Attorney, Bruce Barker
Controller, Rusty Williams
Read Ordinances by Audio: Commissioner Ross moved to read the below listed Code
Ordinance by audio. The motion was seconded by Commissioner James and it carried
unanimously.
1. Emergency Ordinance #261-A
Amendments to Agenda: There were no amendments to the Agenda.
Consent Agenda: Commissioner James moved to approve the Consent Agenda, as
printed. Commissioner Peppler seconded the motion and it carried unanimously.
Presentations and Proclamations:
1. Recognition of Services, Sheriffs Office — Mary Shannon: Chair Buck read the
certificate for the record. Captain Matt Turner, Sheriff's Office, shared several of
his experiences working closely with Ms. Shannon when he became the Captain
of the Weld County Jail in 2018-2019, and she was the Booking Supervisor and
Supply Technician. He described her as a steadfast and dependable employee
who is a wealth of institutional knowledge and has left a legacy that has, and will
continue, to impact the community she served. He expressed his gratitude for
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having the privilege of working alongside such a compassionate leader and
indicated she will be sorely missed. Co-workers of Ms. Shannon expressed it is an
honor and privilege to celebrate her retirement after dedicating so many years
serving the citizens of Weld County, and to have done it as a mentor, friend, and
the voice of wisdom to help guide, uplift, and inspire those around her to have
unwavering commitment to excellence. Ms. Shannon expressed her passionate
and heart -felt love for her work that provided her the opportunity to meet many
phenomenal people, many of which she now considers family. She shared how
difficult it will be leaving but shared she is looking forward to spending time with
her family and traveling in her retirement. In turn, each Commissioner extended
their appreciation for Ms. Shannon's unwavering leadership and compassion
serving the citizens of Weld County, thanked her family for supporting her during
her career, and extended their best wishes for her retirement. (Clerk's Note: The
group gathered for a photo opportunity.)
2. Long -Term Care Residents' Rights Month — October 2025: Chair Buck read the
certificate for the record. Tami Grant, Deputy Director of the Department of Human
Services, thanked the Board for the proclamation recognizing the value of the
Ombudsman program. She stated the purpose of this month's theme, "Stand with
Me," is to highlight the importance of solidarity and support for the rights of
residents in long-term care and assisted living facilities. Ms. Grant stated Weld
County has eight (8) nursing homes and twenty-four (24) assisted living facilities,
which is supported by staff who maintain the highest standards of professionalism
with over 500 investigations conducted, and advocate for dignity and compassion
of the aging population in Weld County. She introduced the Ombudsman staff who
provide consultation to families, faculty staff and community partners. The
Commissioners, in turn, expressed their appreciation to the staff who value and
advocate for the rights of the citizens who receive assisted care. (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, upon a roll
call vote of three (3) to zero (0), it carried with Commissioner Maxey excused and
Commissioner Peppler abstained.
Bids:
1. Approve Bid #B2500023, Owner's Representative Services for Capital
Improvement Plan (CIP) Corridor Projects — Department of Public Works:
Toby Taylor, Purchasing Department, explained staff conducted a Quality Based
Selection (QBS) process to award a consultation team to perform owner's
representative services for the County Road (CR) 66 Corridor Project for
improvements between U.S. Highway 85 and CR 47, and between CR 13 and
State Highway (SH) 257. He stated the committee recommends selecting the
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bidder who had the highest-ranking criteria, Alfred Benesch and Company, for a
total amount of $22,500,000.00, which is included in the five (5) year County
Improvement Plan (CIP). Commissioner Ross moved to approve said bid. The
motion was seconded by Commissioner Peppier and it carried unanimously.
New Business — General:
1. Consider First Amended Memorandum of Intergovernmental Agreement for
Conduct of Coordinated Elections and Authorize Chair to Sign — Evans Fire
Protection District: Rudy Santos, Chief Deputy Clerk and Recorder, stated the
property owner list that was received by the Evans Fire Protection District was
inaccurate on two (2) occasions, and due to the Election Division's requirement for
mail -in ballots to eligible voters who reside outside of the special district, he stated
accuracy is critical. Mr. Santos explained it has been determined it is best to have
staff compile the property owner list, and the amendment addresses this shift of
roles and responsibilities between the County and the special district.
Commissioner Ross moved to approve said amendment and authorize the Chair
to sign. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Peppier and it carried
unanimously.
2. Consider Contract ID #9951 Notice of Funding Allocation (NFA) Work Plan
for Workforce Enterprise Fund (WEF), and Authorize Chair, Department of
Human Services, and Workforce Development Board to Sign: Ms. Grant
indicated the NFA will allocate monies to the Paving Access to Careers and
Employment (PACE) initiative and Workforce Enterprise Fund (WEF) innovation to
reflect continuous improvement of employment and training activities, with a term
of July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026. Commissioner James moved to approve
said workplan and notice of funding allocation, and authorize the Chair, the
Department of Human Services, and the Workforce Development Board to sign.
The motion was seconded by Commissioner Peppier and it carried unanimously.
(Clerk's Note: Title was corrected to accurately reflect Ms. Grant's clarification on
record.)
3. Consider Contract ID #9949 Federal Award Agreement for Housing and
Urban Development (HUD) Grant Funds for 2025 Community Development
Block Grant (CDBG) Program, and Authorize Chair to Sign: Cynthia Martin,
CDBG Analyst, stated the Weld County Community Development Block Grant
(CDBG) Program has been awarded funds, in the amount of $1,251,662.00, for
the 2025 project year to support qualifying improvements for local municipalities.
Commissioner Ross commended Ms. Martin for her navigation of the CDBG
funding during a complicated times regarding the federal government, and he
moved to approve said agreement and authorize the Chair to sign. The motion was
seconded by Commissioner James and it carried unanimously.
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New Business — Ordinances:
1. Emergency Ordinance #261-A, In the Matter of a Supplemental Appropriation
for the Year 2025: Jennifer Oftelie, Budget Manager, presented Emergency
Ordinance #261-A for supplemental appropriations of funds in 2025. Ms. Oftelie
explained the Ordinance obligates dollars the Board had agreed upon prior in the
year, provided an overview of the various funds, and detailed various line items
within said funds as identified in Exhibits A -E. She indicated staff recommends
approval. No public testimony was offered concerning this matter. Commissioner
Ross moved to approve Ordinance #261-A, on an emergency basis. The motion
was seconded by Commissioner Peppler and it carried unanimously.
New Business — Planning:
1. Consider Certification to Weld County Treasurer of County Compliance
Violation Penalties as Special Assessment — Jesus Vega (Continued from
4/2/2025): Bruce Barker, County Attorney, alongside Maxwell Nader and Nicole
Brick, Department of Planning Services, indicated staff received a Resubdivision
application from Mr. Vega on January 31, 2025, and had last met with the property
owner on September 22, 2025. He requested another six (6) month continuance,
to April 1, 2026, to allow staff and the applicant to navigate the land use process.
Commissioner James moved to continue said certification to April 1, 2026,
at 9:00 a.m. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Ross and it carried
unanimously.
Public Comment: No public comment was offered.
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 9:37 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 15th day of October, A.D., 2025:
Perry L. Buck, Chair: Aye
Scott K. James, Pro-Tem: Aye
Jason S. Maxey: Aye
Lynette Peppler: Aye
Kevin D. Ross: Aye
Attest:
Esther E. Gesick, Clerk to the Board
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