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Minutes
Board of County Commissioners
Weld County, Colorado
Wednesday, August 27, 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, August 27, 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
Commissioner Lynette Peppler
Commissioner Kevin D. Ross
Also present:
Acting Clerk to the Board, Houstan Aragon
County Attorney, Bruce Barker
Chief Financial Officer, Cheryl Pattelli
Minutes: Commissioner Ross moved to approve the below listed Minutes of the Board
of County Commissioners meeting, as printed. Commissioner Peppler seconded the
motion and it carried unanimously.
1. Minutes from August 13, 2025
Certification of Hearings: Commissioner James moved to approve the below listed
Hearing Certificates. Commissioner Maxey seconded the motion, which carried
unanimously.
1. PUDF24-0003 — Pelican Shores North Homeowners Association and Pelican
Shores South Homeowners Association
2. PUDZ25-0001 — Pelican Shores North Homeowners Association and Pelican
Shores South Homeowners Association
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Amendments to Agenda: Commissioner Maxey moved to amend the agenda for
correction to the title of item of business #3 listed under 'New Business — General' to read
as: Consider Airport Infrastructure Grant (AIG) Agreement, as a reflection of the
agreement title. Seconded by Commissioner James, the motion carried unanimously.
Commissioner James further moved to approve the agenda, as amended.
Commissioner Maxey seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously.
Consent Agenda: Scott Ducommun, applicant representative, was present to answer
questions concerning the following item as listed under 'Consent Agenda —
Miscellaneous', and after clarification by Bruce Barker, County Attorney, and there being
no request for public testimony, Commissioner Ross moved to approve the Consent
Agenda, as printed. Commissioner Maxey seconded the motion and it carried
unanimously.
1. Partial Vacation, VAC25-0010, of Four -Lot Recorded Exemption, RE -4380, for
Removal of Lot D — Gerald and Janet Roth
Presentations and Proclamations:
1. Suicide Awareness and Prevention Month — September 2025:
Commissioner Peppler read the certificate for the record. Kim Collins, Chief
Executive Officer, and Becky Wyperd, Chief Clinical Officer, North Range
Behavioral Health (NRBH), thanked the Board for their continued support and the
opportunity to have an open and honest conversation to help individuals who feel
there is no other option. She reported, in 2024, 67 lives were lost to suicide in Weld
County, with one (1) life being too many. She further shared the various resources
and support programs, many of which are at no cost to the community, for whole
person wellness through the NRBH network. The Board extended their somber
appreciation for the extremely important efforts done by NRBH staff, expressed
their experiences with the unfortunate impacts that are experienced by loved ones
when someone takes their own life, and stated its their honor to have the network
be part of Weld County. (Clerk's Note: The group gathered for a photo opportunity.)
Warrants:
1. General Warrants: Commissioner Maxey moved to approve the General
Warrants, as printed. Commissioner Ross seconded the motion and it carried
unanimously.
Bids:
1. Approve Bid #B2500101, 2025 Annual Concrete — Department of Public
Works (Continued from 8/25/2025): Toby Taylor, Purchasing Department, stated
staff recommends selecting the lowest bidder who met specifications, Raptor
Materials, for all concrete except Class E, for an amount not to exceed
$132,077.50. He further stated staff recommends selecting Loveland Ready -Mix
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Concrete for Class E, for an amount not to exceed $6,928.75. Commissioner Ross
moved to approve said bid for the two vendors as recommended by staff. The
motion was seconded by Commissioner Peppler and it carried unanimously.
New Business — General:
1. Consider Airport Improvement (AIP) Grant Agreement for Construction
Design Phase II of Taxiway Bravo and Echo (B and E) Complex Project from
Community Allocation, and Authorize Chair and County Attorney to Sign:
Commissioner Ross, as a member on the Greeley -Weld County Airport Authority
and behalf of Cooper Anderson, Director of Greeley -Weld County Airport,
explained this item of business is the first of three (3) agreements that have already
been approved by the Greeley -Weld County Airport Authority, and are now
presented for consideration by Weld County and the City of Greeley, as the
regional airport is a joint venture for all three (3) entities. He stated the airport
received allocated funds, the amount of $850,000.00, for Phase II of the Bravo and
Echo Taxiway Complex Project. Commissioner James moved to approve said
agreement and authorize the Chair to sign. The motion was seconded by
Commissioner Peppier and it carried unanimously.
2. Consider Airport Improvement Program (AIP) Grant Agreement for Main
Ramp Apron Rehabilitation Project (8%) from Annual Entitlement Allocation
and Authorize Chair and County Attorney to Sign: Commissioner Ross stated
the airport received allocated entitlement funds, in the amount of $150,000.00, for
the Main Ramp Rehabilitation Project. Commissioner Maxey moved to approve
said agreement and authorize the Chair to sign. The motion was seconded by
Commissioner Peppier and it carried unanimously.
3. Consider Airport Infrastructure Grant (AIG) Grant Agreement for Main Ramp
Apron Rehabilitation Project (16%) from Bipartisan Infrastructure Law
Allocation and Authorize Chair and County Attorney to Sign:
Commissioner Ross stated the airport received allocated infrastructure funds, in
the amount of $280,000.00, for the Main Ramp Rehabilitation Project.
Commissioner James moved to approve said agreement and authorize the Chair
to sign. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Peppier and it carried
unanimously.
4. Consider Application Risk Assessment Checklist for Sub -Recipients of
Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force Grant Funds and
Authorize Controller and Sheriff's Office to Sign and Submit Electronically —
City of Colorado Springs Police Department: Daren Ford, Director of the
Northern Colorado Regional Forensic Laboratory, stated the Sheriff's Office has
been part of the Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force since 2007,
and requested to submit the application to the City of Colorado Springs Police
Department, in the amount of $9,500.00, to use towards software and training for
the Cellebrite technology used by the Digital Evidence unit. Commissioner Ross
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moved to approve said application authorize Controller and Sheriff's Office to sign
and submit electronically. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Maxey and
it carried unanimously.
5. Consider Reorganization of Weld County Sheriff's Office: Donnie Patch,
Undersheriff, stated an organizational evaluation was conducted with consultation
of the Department of Human Resources, and as a result, staff recommends the
elimination the Supports Services Supervisor position, effective August 27, 2025.
Commissioner James, on the advisement of Bruce Barker, County Attorney, moved
to amend verbiage in the third clause within the resolution to reflect the Board of
County Commissioner does not have managerial authority over the Weld County
Sheriff's Office. Commissioner Ross seconded the motion and it carried
unanimously. Commissioner James moved to approve said Resolution, as
amended. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Maxey and it carried
unanimously.
6. Consider Adoption of Amended Bylaws for Pre -Trial Services Advisory
Board and Authorize Chair to sign: Doug Erler, Director of the Department of
Justice Services, recommended adoption of the newly drafted Bylaws for the
Pre -Trial Services Advisory Board to establish the roles and responsibilities
ensuring defendants released from custody pre-trial, appear for court and remain
law-abiding citizens. He explained the Bylaws were originally drafted in 2010, and
since then there has been extensive changes and natural turnover with Board
members. Commissioner James, who is the current Chair of the Board, mentioned
that in addition to reviewed by the County Attorney's office, it was signed off by
Chief Judge Hoskins, and he further moved to approve said Bylaws, as amended.
The motion was seconded by Commissioner Peppier and it carried unanimously.
7. Consider Contract ID #9856 Grant Closeout Check List for Various Workforce
Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Programs and Authorize Chair and
Department of Human Services to Sign: Jamie Ulrich, Director of the
Department of Human Services, explained the Department of Labor and
Employment requires an annual report for the 2024-2025 State Fiscal Year
summarizing how the various Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA)
funding was utilized for the various programs. Commissioner Peppier moved to
approve said grant closeout checklist and authorize the Chair and the Department
of Human Services to sign. The motion was seconded by Commissioner James
and it carried unanimously.
8. Consider Contract ID #9859 Core Services Program Plans I and II for
Allocation of 2025-2026 Core Child Welfare Services, and Authorize Chair,
Department of Human Services, and Human Services Advisory Commission
to Sign: Ms. Ulrich explained the Program Plans outline how the department
utilizes the source of funding to provide core child welfare services.
Commissioner Maxey moved to approve said Plans and authorize the Chair, the
Department of Human Services, and the Human Services Advisory Commission
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to sign. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Ross and it carried
unanimously.
9. Consider Temporary Closure of County Road 4 Between County Roads 13
and 15: Amy Mutchie, Department of Public Works, requested said closure on
behalf of Public Service of Colorado, which is slated to begin September 2, 2025,
and go through September 12, 2025. She stated the closure allows for the
maintenance of a high-pressure natural gas pipeline, with the detour route being
paved and dust treated. Commissioner Peppier moved to approve said temporary
closure. Commissioner James seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.
New Business — Planning:
1. Consider Request to Extend Time to Record Map for Use by Special Review
Permit, USR23-0046 — 6045 County Road 6 Trust: Maxwell Nader, Department
of Planning Services, stated staff received a request to extend the timeline to
record the map to January 26, 2026, for Use by Special Review Permit,
USR23-0046. He explained several conditions have not been met due to water
share needs provided by the Central Weld County Water District and concerns the
Department of Public Health and Environment has regarding the septic system,
and stated staff supports the extension and recommends approval. In response to
Commissioner Maxey, Mr. Nader elaborated the additional water shares ensure
the appropriate amount of water will accommodate the proposed use for the
therapeutic center. Jordan Gutierrez, applicant representative, provided further
details and indicated this is a relatively new concept with little data to support the
needs, so they have hired a consultant to evaluate the true needs and he
anticipates a report to be provided within a weeks' time. Commissioner James
moved approve said extension. Commissioner Peppier seconded the motion. After
discussion and direction from the Board for Mr. Gutierrez to continue
communication with Department of Planning Services staff regarding his concerns,
the motion 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 9:32 a.m.
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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
10th day of September, A.D., 2025:
Perry L. Buck, Chair: Aye
Scott K. James, Pro-Tem: Aye
Jason S. Maxey: Excused Date of Approval
Lynette Peppier: Aye
Kevin D. Ross: Excused Date of Approval
Attest:
Esther E. Gesick, Clerk to the Board
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