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Minutes
Board of County Commissioners
Weld County, Colorado
Wednesday, February 12, 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, February 12, 2025, at the
hour of 9:00 a.m.
El 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, as
printed. Commissioner Peppler seconded the motion and it carried unanimously.
1. Minutes from January 29, 2025
le Certification of Hearings: Commissioner Ross moved to approve the below listed
Hearing Certificates. Commissioner Maxey seconded the motion, which carried
unanimously.
1. PCSC25-0003 —Abbey Van Horn
2. MINF24-0001 — Daniel and Debra Baker
3. USR24-0024 — Colorado State Land Board, do Pivot Solar 45, LLC, and Pivot
Solar 55, LLC
Amendments to Agenda: There were no amendments to the Agenda.
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IR Approval of 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, Department of Public Health and Environment —
Mike Schwan: Chair Buck read the certificate for the record. Bob McDonald,
Department of Public and Environment, described Mike Schwan as an expert
educator in childhood obesity, praised his positive and sincere work ethic for the
past thirteen (13) years, and he expressed the lasting impressions made for a man
of few words as described by his 'work family'. Jason Chessher, Director of the
Department of Public Health and Environment, thanked Mr. Schwan for his stead-
fast dedication, humility and grace in serving the citizens of Weld County, and
expressed his appreciation for knowing Mr. Schwan was always dependable. The
Board expressed their appreciation for his years of service and extended their
congratulations for his future endeavors providing service as a financial planner.
(Clerk's Note: The group gathered for a photo opportunity.)
2. eUniversity Bulldogs Day, Class 2A and 3A Poms State Championships —
February 12, 2025: Chair Buck read the certificate for the record, and upon
request, the team introduced themselves for the record. Gina Shephard, Coach,
shared her experience as a coach for the past ten (10) years, expressed her pride
with the efforts of the team, and stated it's her honor to have been titled Coach of
the Year. She further highlighted and extended appreciation for the support of their
Athletic Director to ensure the team had the resources and space needed to be
successful. The Board extended their congratulations to the team and encouraged
them to strive for excellence in all aspects of life by remembering the dedication
and sacrifice, not only on their part, but their families as well. (Clerk's Note: The
group gathered for a photo opportunity.)
3. eEngineers Week, February 16-22, 2025: Chair Buck read the certificate for
the record. Curtis Hall, Director of the Department of Public Works, and
David Eisenbraun, Director of the Department of Planning Services, thanked the
Board for honoring the engineers who keep Weld County safe through design,
development standards, and construction. The Board expressed their appreciation
for the technical expertise engineers acquire and stated it is their privilege to
employ the best engineers to serve the needs of the Weld County citizens. (Clerk's
Note: The group gathered for a photo opportunity.)
Warrants:
General Warrants — February 11, 2025: Commissioner Ross moved to approve
the General Warrants, as printed. Commissioner James seconded the motion and
it carried unanimously.
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Bids:
1. Present Bid #B2500042, Various Services for Core and Non -Core Child
Welfare — Department of Human Services: Toby Taylor, Purchasing Department,
stated eight (8) bids were received, with three (3) deemed as non -responsive, and
staff will make a recommendation on April 9, 2025.
New Business — General:
1. Consider Equitable Sharing Agreement and Certification, and Authorize the
19th Judicial District Attorney's Office to Electronically Sign and Submit:
Michael Rourke, 19th Judicial District Attorney, stated the agreement and
certification is an annual requirement of the Department of Justice (DOJ) to declare
that Weld County has not accepted equitable sharing funds, as indicated on the
report. Commissioner Ross moved to approve said agreement and certification,
and authorize the 19th Judicial District Attorney's Office to sign and submit
electronically. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Peppler and it carried
unanimously.
2. a Consider Contract ID #9076 Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) Grant
Application for Bilingual Advocate Unit and Authorize Sheriff's Office to
Electronically Submit: Sonja Kohlgraf, Sheriff's Office, requested to submit said
application for a grant funding opportunity, in the amount of $67,918.00. She
stated, if awarded, the funds will be utilized to offset 60% of salary and fringe
benefit expenses of one (1) full-time equivalent (FTE) for one (1) year. She further
stated the Bilingual Advocate Unit provides direct services for English and Spanish
speaking victims on scene, phone, or in person. Commissioner Maxey moved to
approve said application and authorize the Sheriff's Office to submit electronically.
The motion was seconded by Commissioner Ross and it carried unanimously.
3. Consider Contract ID #9038 Professional Service Agreement for Various
Core and Non -Core Child Welfare Services, and Authorize Chair to Sign —
Freedom's Hope Counseling, LLC: Jamie Ulrich, Director of the Department of
Human Services, stated the agreement is with a post -bid provider who will offer
mental health services for the child welfare population in Weld County.
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. ID Consider Contract ID #9051 Notification of Funding Allocation (NFA)
Work Plan for Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Dislocated
Worker Program and Performance Incentive Funds (PIF), and Authorize
Chair, Department of Human Services, and Workforce Development Board to
Sign: Ms. Ulrich stated the notice of funding allocation (NFA) allows the
Department of submit an updated work plan to carry out employment training with
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local -area workforce development activities. In addition, she stated this also allows
for integration with community partners and additional staff development.
Commissioner James moved to approve said NFA workplan and authorize the
Chair to sign. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Maxey and it carried
unanimously.
5. ElConsider Contract ID #9067 Individual Provider Contract for Purchase of
Foster Care Services in a Foster Care Home and Authorize Chair to Sign —
Matthew James and Austin Peckham: Ms. Ulrich stated the contract is for a fully
certified foster care home located in Johnstown, Colorado. Commissioner Maxey
moved to approve said contract and authorize the Chair to sign. The motion was
seconded by Commissioner James and it carried unanimously.
6. E Consider Contract ID #9070 Individual Provider Contract for Purchase of
Foster Care Services in a Foster Care Home and Authorize Chair to Sign —
Dawn Meisner: Ms. Ulrich stated the contract is for a fully certified foster care
home located in Firestone, Colorado. Commissioner James moved to approve said
contract and authorize the Chair to sign. The motion was seconded by
Commissioner Maxey and it carried unanimously.
7. leConsider Contract ID #9079 Agreement for Foster Care Respite Services
and Authorize Chair to Sign — Dawn Meisner: Ms. Ulrich stated the contract is
for a foster care respite home located in Firestone, Colorado.
Commissioner Maxey moved to approve said agreement and authorize the Chair
to sign. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Peppler and it carried
unanimously.
8. Consider Contract ID #9006 Master Lease Agreement Order Form and
Mandatory Contract Provisions for Use of One (1) Modular Building During
Weld County Regional Communication Center (WCRCC) Renovation Project,
and Authorize Chair to Sign — Williams Scotsman, Inc., dba Willscot Mobile
Mini: Patrick O'Neill, Director of the Facilities Department, stated the renovation
project for the Weld County Regional Communication Center (WCRCC) requires
a temporary modular building at the backup tower location to house displaced
operations. He indicated, through an informal bid process, three (3) bids were
received, with the low bid meeting specifications being Williams Scotsman, Inc.,
dba Willscot Mobile Mini, for the amount of $30,146.00, for a six (6) month lease.
Commissioner Ross moved to approve said agreement order form and contract,
and authorize the Chair to sign. The motion was seconded by
Commissioner James and it carried unanimously.
9. 1E1 Consider Contract ID #9082 Memorandum of Agreement for Certain
Roadway Improvements for County Road 72 Between County Roads 33
and 35, and Authorize Chair to Sign — Ted and Sheri Carlson: Mike Bedell,
Department of Public Works, stated the agreement grants the county a temporary
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construction easement, for the amount of $500.00, to prepare for the County Road
(CR) 72 Improvement Project occurring between CRs 33 and 35. Commissioner
Maxey moved to approve said agreement and authorize the Chair to sign. The
motion was seconded by Commissioner Peppier and it carried unanimously.
10. eConsider Contract ID #9084 Application for Hull and Liability Insurance
for Unmanned Aircraft Systems (Drones), and Authorize Chair to Sign —
Global Aerospace, Inc.: Kelly Leffler, Department of Human Resources, stated
the application will cover the hull and liability insurance for unmanned aircraft
systems. She indicated once the application is received by Global Aerospace, Inc.,
they will provide a quote for cost of said coverage for the term of one (1) year.
Commissioner James moved to approve said application and authorize the Chair
to sign. The motion, which was seconded by Commissioner Ross, carried
unanimously.
(Clerk's Note: Bruce Barker, County Attorney, took privilege to highlight the efforts of
Byron Howell, Assistant County Attorney.)
IR New Business — Planning:
1. Consider Certification to Weld County Treasurer of Zoning Violation
Penalties as Special Assessment — Bruce Olson and Suzanne Brunstrom
(Cont'd from 12/11/2024): Adria Schiel, Assistant County Attorney, alongside
Cynthia Villanueva, Department of Planning Services Code Compliance Officer,
reviewed the property location and stated staff recommends certification of the
outstanding penalties, in the amount of $3,725.00, be dismissed and Weld County
Attorney's Office will file a motion to dismiss. Stacey Shae, Legal Representative
of Bruce Olson, stated the final Lot Line Adjustment plat map was approved by the
Department of Planning Services. She further stated, once the map is recorded,
the related Deeds will also be recorded and the necessary transfer of property will
be completed. Commissioner James moved to deny said certification. 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 9:41 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
26th day of February, A.D., 2025:
Perry L. Buck, Chair: Aye
Scott K. James, Pro-Tem: Aye
Jason S. Maxey: Aye
Lynette Peppier: Aye
Kevin D. Ross: Aye
Attest:
Esther E. Gesick, Clerk to the Board
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