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Minutes
Board of County Commissioners
Weld County, Colorado
Wednesday, May 7, 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 7, 2025, at the hour of
9:00 a.m.
PA 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
e. 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 April 23, 2025
Certification of Hearings: Commissioner Ross moved to approve the below listed
Hearing Certificates. Commissioner James seconded the motion, which carried
unanimously.
1. USR24-0028 — David and Kayleen Hunt
2. USR25-0001 — Wells Ranch, LLLP, c/o Colorado Sand Company II, LLC
3. USR24-0026 — CAW Equities, LLC, c/o Ready Mixed Concrete, LLC
IR Amendments to Agenda: There were no amendments to the Agenda.
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le Consent Agenda: Commissioner Maxey moved to approve the Consent Agenda, as
printed. Commissioner James seconded the motion and it carried unanimously.
Presentations and Proclamations:
1. 1E1 National Child Care Provider Day — May 9, 2025: Chair Buck read the
proclamation, celebrating childcare providers throughout Weld County, for the
record. Lisa Sadar, Executive Director of United Way of Weld County and the Early
Childhood Council that sits within United Way, introduced various community
partners who were present, thanked the Board for their support and recognition of
childcare providers, and stated National Child Care Provider Day is celebrated
annually on the Friday before Mother's Day, which highlights all childcare
professionals in all types of settings. She took the opportunity to highlight the
dedication, commitment, and compassion provided by early childhood educators
through family, childcare homes, childcare centers, and preschools. Ms. Sadar
provided statistics regarding Weld County's local economy and workforce as it
relates to the capacity to serve the community with licensed childcare providers.
Each Commissioner, in turn, shared their gratitude to the childcare providers in
Weld County and thanked them for their impact in a rapidly growing County, stating
the legacy being created for young children is priceless. (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. lE1 Approve Bid #62500060, Custodial Supplies — Facilities Department:
Toby Taylor, Purchasing Department, stated staff recommends selecting the lowest
bidder who met specifications for each listed item identified on the spreadsheet on
record. Commissioner Ross moved to approve said bid. The motion was seconded
by Commissioner Maxey and it carried unanimously.
2. Present Bid #B2500048, Tandem Axle Flatbed Multi -Purpose Truck with
Flow and Hydraulic (Qty 1) — Departments of Fleet Services and Public
Works: Mr. Taylor stated three (3) bids were received and staff will make a
recommendation on May 21, 2025.
3. a Present Bid #B2500062, Tandem Axle Dump Truck, Regular Cab, Dual
Axles with Sander and Plow (Qty 2) — Departments of Fleet Services and
Public Works: Mr. Taylor stated three (3) bids were received and staff will make a
recommendation on May 21, 2025.
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4. IR Present Bid #B2500067, Infoblox Maintenance and Support— Department
of Information Technology: Mr. Taylor stated five (5) bids were received and staff
will make a recommendation on May 21, 2025.
New Business — General:
1. IRConsider High Visibility Impaired Driving Enforcement Application for
Funding and Authorize Chair to Sign: Captain Matt Turner, Weld County
Sheriff's Office, introduced Thuan Matthews as the new Budget Manager for the
Sheriff's Office and requested submittal of the application to offset overtime
coverage of sixteen (16) law enforcement periods from July 1, 2025, through
June 30, 2026, to provide extra patrol services during holidays and special events
in an effort to reduce traffic accidents and fatalities related to driving under the
influence (DUI). Commissioner Maxey welcomed Ms. Matthews to Weld County
and thanked staff for their efforts in finding grant funds. Commissioner Ross moved
to approve said application and authorize the Chair to sign. The motion was
seconded by Commissioner Maxey and it carried unanimously.
2. Consider Contract ID #9299 Memorandum of Understanding for Service
Delivery Pursuant to Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA)
Program for Adult Education and Literacy Services, and Authorize Chair and
Workforce Development Board to Sign —Aurora Comprehensive Community
Mental Health Center, Inc., dba Aurora Mental Health and Recovery:
Jamie Ulrich, Director of the Department of Human Services, stated the
memorandum of understanding (MOU) is pursuant to a mandate of the Workforce
Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) to enter into an agreement with each
mandated partner to provide services. Commissioner Maxey moved to approve
said MOU and authorize the Chair to sign. The motion was seconded by
Commissioner Peppler and it carried unanimously.
3. E-�-' Consider Contract ID #9373 Memorandum of Understanding Annual
Reaffirmation for Colorado Works Program and Temporary Assistance for
Needy Families (TANF), and Authorize Chair to Sign: Ms. Ulrich stated this is
the annual reaffirmation of the MOU for the Colorado Works Program, which
identifies the responsibilities of both parties for the program that is implemented in
Weld County. Commissioner James moved to approve said MOU annual
reaffirmation and authorize the Chair to sign. The motion, which was seconded by
Commissioner Ross, carried unanimously.
4. El Consider Contract ID #9391 Notice of Funding Reallocation (NFA) Work
Plan for Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Adult and
Dislocated Worker Programs, and Authorize Chair, Department of Human
Services, and Workforce Development Board to Sign: Ms. Ulrich stated the
Colorado Department of Labor and Employment has determined to reallocate
$100,000.00 from the Dislocated Workers Program to the Adult Program to
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accommodate the higher need and maximize resources to satisfy the service
needs of the program. Commissioner Peppler moved to approve said NFA
reallocation and authorize the Chair to sign. The motion, which was seconded by
Commissioner Maxey, carried unanimously.
5. e Consider Contract ID #9412 Individual Provider Contract for Purchase of
Foster Care Services in a Foster Care Home and Authorize Chair to Sign —
Mary Solano: Ms. Ulrich stated the contract is for a provisional kinship foster care
home located in Ault, Colorado. Commissioner Ross moved to approve said
contract and authorize the Chair to sign. The motion was seconded by
Commissioner James and it carried unanimously.
6. IR Consider Contract ID #9411 Modification #1 to Participating Agreement
for Noxious Weed Treatment and Authorize Chair to Sign: Tina Booton,
Department of Public Works, stated the modification concerns a five (5) -year
agreement that was approved last year and explained it does not include any
additional funds; therefore, the work will be minimal due to there being
approximately $5,000.00 in residual funds from last year. Commissioner Maxey
moved to approve said modification #1 and authorize the Chair to sign. The motion
was seconded by Commissioner Peppler and it carried unanimously.
7. E Consider Contract ID #9405 Agreement for Sale and Purchase of Wetland
Mitigation Credits from Big Thompson Confluence Mitigation Bank for
Bridge 19/46.5A Replacement Project, and Authorize Chair to Sign —
Westervelt Ecological Services, LLC: Mike Bedell, Department of Public Works,
stated the agreement allows for the County to address regulations and meet
environmental requirements concerning 0.04 acres of mapped wetlands that will
be impacted by the project to replace Bridge 19/46.5A. He explained purchasing
wetland mitigation credits, in the amount of $7,000.00, will allow the County to work
with Westervelt Ecological Services, LLC, which is a licensed with the Army Corps
of Engineers who will monitor and mitigate anticipated damages on behalf of the
County to remain in compliance with said regulations. In response to
Commissioner Maxey, Mr. Bedell confirmed the acreage and further stated it costs
approximately $200,000.00 for every acre affected. Commissioner Maxey moved
to approve said agreement and authorize the Chair to sign. The motion was
seconded by Commissioner James and it carried unanimously.
8. a Consider Community Development Block Grant Advisory Committee
(CDBGAC) Recommended 2025 Projects and Funding Allocations Through
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program: Cynthia Martin,
CDBG Analyst, stated the Community Development Block Grant Advisory
Committee (CDBGAC) has reviewed submittals from municipalities throughout
Weld County, and recommends approval of various projects identified for the
record. Commissioner Ross moved to approve said Resolution. The motion was
seconded by Commissioner James and it carried unanimously.
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9. F21 Consider Biennial Renewal Application for Optional Premises (County)
Liquor License and Authorize Chair to Sign — Fritzler Farms, Inc., dba Fritzler
Farm Park: Matthew Conroy, Assistant County Attorney, gave a brief overview of
the establishment's history and location, stated there are no concerns from referral
agencies, and indicated staff recommends approval. Commissioner James moved
to approve said biennial renewal application and authorize the Chair to sign. The
motion was seconded by Commissioner Ross and it carried unanimously.
New Business — Planning:
1. RA Consider Partial Vacation, VAC24-0029, of Use by Special Review Permit,
USR16-0031 — Rocky Mountain Midstream, LLC, a Subsidiary of Williams
Companies, Inc.: Lindsey Oliver, Department of Planning Services, provided an
overview of Use by Special Review Permit, USR16-0031, which has been divided
into Lots A and B through Recorded Exemption, RECX17-0168. She stated Lot A,
being 30 -acre parcel with a cryogenic natural gas processing facility and Lot B
being 210 -acre parcel for an oil and gas support and service facility. She explained
the applicant has requested a partial vacation of USR16-0031, to remove Lot B
and remain entirely on Lot A to resolve overlapping permits between the two uses.
Janice Kinnin, Permitting Supervisor for Williams Companies, Inc., shared the
request is a step that was missed when the USR was approved and just needs to
be cleaned up. Commissioner James moved to approve said partial vacation. The
motion was seconded by Commissioner Peppler and it carried unanimously.
El 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.
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
21st day of May, 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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