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Minutes
Board of County Commissioners
Weld County, Colorado
Wednesday, May 28, 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, May 28, 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 Peppier
Commissioner Kevin D. Ross
Also present:
Acting Clerk to the Board, Houstan Aragon
County Attorney, Bruce Barker
Chief Financial Officer, Cheryl Pattelli
Minutes: Commissioner Maxey moved to approve the below listed Minutes of the
Board of County Commissioners meeting, as printed. Commissioner Peppier seconded
the motion and it carried unanimously.
1. Minutes from May 12, 2025
• Minutes: Commissioner James 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 May 14, 2025
El Amendments to Agenda: There were no amendments to the Agenda.
• Consent Agenda: Commissioner Ross moved to approve the Consent Agenda, as
printed. Commissioner Peppier seconded the motion and it carried unanimously.
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Presentations and Proclamations:
1. IE Recognition of Services, Department of Public Health and Environment —
Lauren Light: Chair Buck read the certificate for the record. Nick Trautner,
Department of Public Health and Environment, expressed his appreciation to
honor Lauren Light as she transitions into retirement, shared comical and heart -felt
stories of his experiences working alongside her, dating back to 2015. He
described Ms. Light as one -of -a -kind, loyal and passionate, and deemed to be
genuine and supportive as a supervisor by her staff and peers. Mr. Trautner further
quoted "they broke the mold after Lauren", and "I have never felt more supported
personally and professionally by any supervisor than I have with Lauren."
Lauren Light expressed her humbled appreciation for the support of her colleagues
and friends, and stated it is a bittersweet moment as she looks forward to what lies
ahead, yet reflecting on the dedicated, talented, and kind people who have
challenged and supported her throughout her career. She indicated it has been her
honor to work for Weld County, and shared the knowledge she acquired and the
friendships built will remain with her as her next phase in life commences. The
Commissioners, in turn, extended their appreciation to Ms. Light, and her family,
for her years of dedicated service to ensure the impacts on the environment as a
result of development in communities throughout the county are beneficial for the
citizens of Weld County and wished her the best for her retirement and future
endeavors. (Clerk's Note: The group gathered for a photo opportunity.)
Warrants:
1. a General Warrants: Commissioner Maxey moved to approve the General
Warrants, as printed. Commissioner Peppier seconded the motion and it carried
unanimously.
Bids:
1. Approve Bid #B2500024, Weld County Regional Communications Center
(911) Console Furniture — Department of Public Safety Communications
(Continued from 5/21/2025): Toby Taylor, Purchasing Department, stated staff
recommends continuation of the matter to June 2, 2025, to allow for further review
of the vendors that submitted bids. In response to Commissioner Maxey, Mr. Taylor
confirmed with staff that they will have a recommendation for the Board's
consideration. Commissioner Ross moved to continue said bid to June 2, 2025,
at 9:00 a.m., per staff's request. The motion was seconded by
Commissioner Maxey and it carried unanimously.
2. a Approve Bid #B2500045, County Road 41 and State Highway 52
Intersection Improvements — Department of Public Works: Mr. Taylor reviewed
staffs recommendation to select AB Underground, LLC, the bidder achieving the
highest rank and score, for a total amount of $3,990,463.68. Commissioner Maxey
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moved to approve said bid. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Ross and
it carried unanimously.
3. a Approve Bid #B2500046, Jail 2 West Uninterrupted Power Supply (UPS)
Upgrade — Facilities Department: Mr. Taylor introduced CE Power Systems as
the low bidder selected by staff and confirmed they met all specifications, with said
bid amounting to $325,480.00. Commissioner Peppier moved to approve said bid.
The motion was seconded by Commissioner Maxey and it carried unanimously.
4. a Approve Bid #62500069, 2025 Annual Culvert Supply — Department of
Public Works: Mr. Taylor stated staff recommends selecting the lowest bidder who
met specifications, DBE Manufacturing and Supply, with specified pricing to be
held for purchases within five (5) months after bid opening, and for a total amount
not to exceed $150,000.00. Commissioner Maxey moved to approve said bid. The
motion was seconded by Commissioner Ross and it carried unanimously.
5.---� Approve Bid #B2500073, Washed Rock and Squeegee Supply —
Department of Public Works: Mr. Taylor reviewed staffs recommendation to
select J-2 Contracting Company, the low bidder meeting specifications, for a total
amount of $45,500.00. Commissioner Ross moved to approve said bid. The
motion was seconded by Commissioner Peppier and it carried unanimously.
6. Present Bid #B2500078, Guardicore Maintenance and Support —
Department of Information Technology: Mr. Taylor stated two (2) bids were
received and staff will make a recommendation on June 11, 2025.
New Business — General:
1. Consider Contract ID #9497 Quote for Purchase of HaIoIT Service
Management Software Subscription License Pursuant to Colorado State
Cooperative Pricing Agreement Terms and Conditions with NASPO
ValuePoint Master Agreement Addendum —SHI International Corp.: Mr. Taylor
stated the Department of Information Technology requests to procure subscription
licenses for the HaIoIT Service Management software utilizing the Colorado State
Pricing Agreement, for the total amount of $63,538.35, as indicated on the quote
from SHI International Corp. He explained, Sections 5-4-80 and 5-4-100 of the
Weld County Code, allow the County to use cooperative agreements, and services
rendered in such fashion, are exempt from the bidding process and may be
purchased directly from the source; therefore, staff recommends approval.
Commissioner Peppier moved to approve said quote. The motion was seconded
by Commissioner James and it carried unanimously.
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2. IR Consider Standard Form for Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act
(WIOA) Modification Letters, and Delegate Standing Authority to Department
of Human Services to Sign Any Modification Letter Consistent with Said
Form: Jamie Ulrich, Director of the Department of Human Services, explained the
department periodically receives modification letters as communication from the
Colorado Department of Labor and Employment regarding changes to the
performance period associated with various Workforce Innovation and Opportunity
Act (WIOA) Notification of Funding Allocation (NFA) programs. She further
explained these letters require a signature by the director of Employment Services
of Weld County (aka Workforce Center) to initiate the change indicated on the
letter, which will result in a revised NFA being presented for the Board's approval.
Commissioner Maxey moved to approve said standard form and delegate standing
authority to the Director or Interim Director of Employment Services of Weld County
(ESWC), or the Director or Deputy Director of the Department of Human Services
to sign any modification letters consistent with said form. The motion was
seconded by Commissioner Ross and it carried unanimously.
3. a Consider Standard Form and Rates for Individual Provider Contracts for
Purchase of Foster Care Services in a Foster Care Home Between
Department of Human Services and Various Providers, and Authorize Chair
to Sign Any Contracts Consistent with Said Form: Ms. Ulrich stated the State's
Child Welfare CWS-7A contract template for the purchase of foster care and
kinship care has been updated for the 2025-2026 State Fiscal Year, and staff
recommends approval. Commissioner Maxey moved to approve said standard
form and authorize the Chair to sign any contracts consistent with said form. The
motion was seconded by Commissioner Peppler and it carried unanimously.
4. IR Consider Contract ID #9339 Agreement for Foster Care Respite Services
and Authorize Chair to Sign — Bradley and Hilary King: Ms. Ulrich stated the
agreement is for a new foster care respite service provider located in Longmont,
Colorado. Commissioner Peppler moved to approve said agreement and authorize
the Chair to sign. The motion was seconded by Commissioner James and it carried
unanimously.
5. a Consider Application for Community Investment Grant Opportunity for
Diabetes Prevention Program and Authorize Department of Public Health
and Environment to Sign and Submit Electronically — Northeast Health
Partners, LLC: Jason Chessher, Director of the Department of Public Health and
Environment, explained staff desires to apply for grant funds from Northeast Health
Partners, LLC, in the amount of $25,000.00, to support Medicaid costs associated
with the Diabetes Prevention Program, if awarded. Commissioner James moved
to approve said application and authorize the Department of Public Health and
Environment to sign and submit electronically. The motion was seconded by
Commissioner Maxey and it carried unanimously.
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6. El Consider Temporary Closure of "O" Street Between North 25th Avenue
and 11th Avenue: Amy Mutchie, Department of Public works, presented a request
to close "O" Street, between North 25th Avenue and 11th Avenue, on behalf of
Reynolds Construction and the City of Greeley. She indicated the closure will begin
June 9, 2025, and go through June 27, 2025, for the installation of a 16 -inch
waterline as phase one (1) of the improvements project. Ms. Mutchie stated the
detour route is paved and local and County businesses have been notified and will
have access. In response to Commissioners Ross and Maxey, Ms. Mutchie stated
the City of Greeley is updating North Weld County Water District's existing
infrastructure, as well as extending to accommodate growth in the area, and
confirmed "O" Street will reopen for the duration of the Greeley Stampede, then
reclose for phase two (2) of the project, which is anticipated to go through the end
of August 2025. Commissioner Ross moved to approve said temporary closure.
The motion was seconded by Commissioner Maxey and it carried unanimously.
7. le Consider Contract ID #9430 Agreement for Relocation of Electrical
Facilities for County Roads 54 and 13 Intersection Roundabout Project, and
Authorize Chair to Sign — Poudre Valley Rural Electric Association:
Don Dunker, Department of Public Works, stated the agreement allows for Poudre
Valley Rural Electric Association (PVREA) to relocate their electric lines within their
easement outside of the County's right-of-way (ROW) due to the forthcoming
construction of the County Roads (CRs) 54 and 13 Roundabout, which is
anticipated to commence in February 2026. He reviewed the negotiated amount
of $1,060,827.82, which is accounted for in the 2025 budget as a result of the
Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) Grant awarded to the County for
this project being in the amount of $1.4 Million. Commissioner Ross moved to
approve said agreement and authorize the Chair to sign. The motion was
seconded by Commissioner Maxey and it carried unanimously.
8. le Consider Contract ID #9444 Agreement for Removal and Relocation of
Oil and Gas Pipeline Facilities for County Roads 54 and 13 Intersection
Roundabout Project, and Authorize Chair to Sign — Western Midstream
Operating, LP, dba WES DJ Gathering, LLC: Mr. Dunker stated the agreement
allows for WES DJ Gathering, LLC, to remove and relocate their oil and gas
pipelines within their easement outside of the County's ROW, due to the
forthcoming construction of the CRs 54 and 13 Roundabout. He reviewed the
negotiated amount of $284,273.85, which is accounted for in the 2025 budget, as
a result of the CDOT Grant awarded to the County for this project being in the
amount of $1.4 Million. Commissioner Maxey moved to approve said agreement
and authorize the Chair to sign. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Ross
and it carried unanimously.
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9. a Consider Contract ID #9489 Agreement for Sale and Purchase of Wetland
Mitigation Credits from Big Thompson Confluence Mitigation Bank for High
Plains Boulevard Improvements Project, Between County Roads 32 and 34,
and Authorize Chair to Sign — Westervelt Ecological Services, LLC:
Cameron Parrott, Department of Public Works, stated the agreement to purchase
1.5 acres of wetland mitigation credits, in the amount of $198,950.00, is intended
to offset impacts caused by the improvements project. He confirmed the amount
is accounted for in the 2025 budget, and stated staff recommends approval.
Commissioner Ross moved to approve said agreement and authorize the Chair to
sign. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Peppler and it carried
unanimously.
10. a Consider Renewal Application for Hotel and Restaurant (County) Liquor
License, and Authorize Chair to Sign — Rea's Diner at Dillards, LLC,
dba Rea's Diner at Dillards: Matthew Conroy, Assistant County Attorney,
reviewed the location and history of the establishment, since 2022, stated there
are no concerns from referral agencies, and indicated staff recommends approval.
Commissioner James moved to approve said renewal application and authorize
the Chair to sign. 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 9:40 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
11th day of June, 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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