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MINUTES
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
WELD COUNTY, COLORADO
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2023
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 27, 2023, at the hour of 9:00 a.m.
IrA 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 Mike Freeman, Chair
Commissioner Perry L. Buck, Pro-Tem
Commissioner Scott K. James
Commissioner Kevin D. Ross
Commissioner Lori Saine
Also present:
County Attorney, Bruce Barker
Acting Clerk to the Board, Houstan Aragon
Chief Financial Officer, Cheryl Pattelli
• MINUTES:
1) Commissioner Buck moved to approve the Minutes of the Board of County Commissioners meeting of
February 6, 2023, as printed. Commissioner Ross seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously.
▪ 2) Commissioner Ross moved to approve the Minutes of the Board of County Commissioners
meeting of February 8, 2023, as printed. Commissioner James seconded the motion, and it carried
unanimously.
• 3) Commissioner Ross moved to approve the Minutes of the Board of County Commissioners
meeting of February 13, 2023, as printed. Commissioner Buck seconded the motion, and it carried
unanimously.
▪ READ ORDINANCE BY AUDIO: Commissioner James moved to read Code Ordinance #2023-04
by audio. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Buck, and it carried unanimously.
IEJ CERTIFICATION OF HEARINGS: Commissioner Ross moved to approve the Certification of
Hearings conducted on February 8, 2023, as follows: 1) ZPSF22-0004 — Janssen Farms, LLC, c/o
SunShare, LLC, dba Grizzly Solar, LLC. Commissioner Buck seconded the motion, which carried
unanimously.
• AMENDMENTS TO AGENDA: There were no amendments to the agenda.
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• CONSENT AGENDA: Chair Freeman invited public comment concerning Partial Vacation of
Two -Lot Recorded Exemption, RE -444, for Removal of Lot B — The Alexander Rusch and Benita Rusch
Revocable Trust, c/o Michael Rusch, Trustee. Commissioner Ross moved to approve the Consent
Agenda, as printed. Commissioner James seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously.
▪ COMMISSIONER COORDINATOR REPORTS: Commissioner Buck reported she attended the
Greeley Chamber dinner, where there were more than 1,300 people present. She also attended the
Southeast Chamber Event at the Wildlife Sanctuary. Commissioner Ross met with Toby Taylor, Veteran
Services Officer, to discuss processing requests from veterans in neighboring counties, whose needs are
not being met. He reported the Facilities Department is still working on a master plan for the Weld County
buildings and grounds addressing future growth and expansion of the County. Commissioner Ross
further expressed his appreciation to the snow removal crews in the Department of Public Works.
Commissioner Saine echoed the comments made by Commissioner Buck with her attendance of both
Chamber Events, and stated it was the perfect opportunity for the thriving small business owners in the
south end of the County to network. She reported that she is championing local controls against the
attempt by the State to take over Planning and Zoning regulations from local government agencies. She
stated Weld County continues to lead in auxiliary units, additional dwelling units (ADU), and triplex units.
• PRESENTATIONS:
1) LIFE SAVING AWARDS, SHERIFF'S OFFICE - DAVID CLARKE, SPENCER ROUGIER,
NATHAN BURKE: Staff requested this matter be continued to March 6, 2023, at 9:00 a.m., due to
scheduling conflicts. In response to Chair Freeman, Bruce Barker, County Attorney, indicated a motion
for continuance is not needed in this instance and suggested to simply use Chair's Prerogative to
reschedule this item to the requested date.
IR WARRANTS:
1) GENERAL WARRANTS - FEBRUARY 21, AND 24, 2023: Commissioner Saine moved to split the
Warrant dates and make two (2) separate votes, with a roll call for February 21, 2023. Chair Freeman
used Chair's Prerogative to call the dates separately. Commissioner Ross moved to approve the General
Warrants, as printed for February 21, 2023. Commissioner James seconded the motion, and upon a roll
call vote of four (4) to one (1), the motion carried with Commissioner Saine opposed. Commissioner
James moved to approve the General Warrants, for February 24, 2023, as printed. Commissioner Ross
seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously.
-- - 2) COMMISSIONER WARRANTS (KEVIN D. ROSS) - FEBRUARY 24, 2023: Commissioner Saine
moved to approve the Warrant, as printed. Commissioner Buck seconded the motion, and upon a roll call
vote of four (4) to zero (0), the motion carried with Commissioner Ross recused.
IE BIDS:
(Clerk's Note: Chair Freeman used Chair's Prerogative to move Bid Item #12 up to #1, and re -number
subsequent items.)
1) CONDUCT ORAL AUCTION FOR OIL AND GAS LEASE AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN (S1/2
SE1/4, S21, T9N, R60W): Chris D'Ovidio, Weld County Controller, stated three (3) responses were
received, and the highest bid was from, Apex Minerals, LLC, for the amount of $2,751.00, per mineral
acre, for a total of $220,059.00. He stated the second highest bidder, Bison for Properties Colorado, LCC,
offered the amount of $1,550.00, per mineral acre, for a total of $124,000.00. Mr. D'Ovidio stated the
lowest bidder, Verdad Resources, LLC, offered the amount of $1,150.00, per mineral acre, for a total of
$92,000.00. He explained County Code allows for oral auctions for the top two (2) bidders, and any other
bidder within ten percent (10%), thus, the low bidder is out of the running for this oil and gas lease. The
representative from Bison for Properties Colorado, LCC, asked to amend their bid to a max of $1,850.00,
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per mineral acre, for a total of $184,000.00, which Mr. D'Ovidio indicated was not enough to contend with
the highest bidder. Staff recommended the award for the oil and gas lease go to Apex Minerals, LLC.
Commissioner Ross moved to approve said high bid of $2,751.00, per mineral acre, for a total of
$220,059.00, and authorize Chair to sign. The motion was seconded by Commissioner James, and it
carried unanimously.
El 2) APPROVE EMERGENCY BID #62300048, 2023 BRIDGE REHABILITATION - DEPARTMENT
OF PUBLIC WORKS (RESCHEDULED FROM 2/22/2023): Christie Peters, Purchasing Department,
stated staff's request for emergency approval is due to long lead times for construction materials. She
stated three (3) bids were received, and all three (3) needed minor corrections, however, staff
recommends the lowest bidder meeting specifications, TLM Constructors, Inc., in the amount of
$667,515.54, which exceeds the 2023 budgeted amount of $586,235.23, with the additional funds being
approved by Ryan Rose, Director of Finance Administration. Commissioner Ross moved to approve said
bid on an emergency basis. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Buck, and it carried
unanimously.
El 3) PRESENT AND APPROVE EMERGENCY BID #62300075, MATERIAL HAULING CONTRACT
- DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS (RESCHEDULED FROM 2/22/2023): Ms. Peters stated this bid
was originally advertised as Bid #B2300050, with four (4) responses received; however, all of the
submissions were incomplete and rejected by the Board on February 13, 2023. She stated this was then
rebid with staff's request for emergency approval to maintain their scheduled construction activities.
Ms. Peters stated three (3) bids were received, and staff recommends the lowest bidder, SoLow
Transport, Inc., not to exceed the budgeted amount of $1,450,000.00. Commissioner Ross moved to
approve said bid on an emergency basis. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Buck, and it
carried unanimously.
4) APPROVE BID #B2300061, 2023 SIGN MATERIAL - DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS:
Ms. Peters stated there were 71 items listed on this bid and staff recommends selecting the lowest bidder
who met specifications in each category, Osburn Associates, for the amount of $12,260.78; Interwest
Safety Supply, for the amount of $2,287.77; Safety and Construction Supply, in the amount of $301.00;
and Vulcan Signs, in the amount of $960.27. Commissioner James moved to approve said bid for the
various vendors as recommended by staff. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Ross, and it
carried unanimously.
• 5) APPROVE BID #B2300049, ROOF SAFETY ANCHORS, ACCESS HATCH GUARDRAILS, AND
GATES - FACILITIES DEPARTMENT: Ms. Peters stated staff recommends selecting the lowest bidder
who met specifications, Skyline Fall Protection, Inc., for a total amount of $270,753.80. Commissioner
Ross moved to approve said bid. The motion was seconded by Commissioner James, and it carried
unanimously.
• 6) PRESENT BID #B2300041, SENIOR NUTRITION PROGRAM MEAL DELIVERY -
DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES (RESCHEDULED FROM 2/22/2023): Ms. Peters stated one (1)
bid was received and staff will make a recommendation on March 15, 2023.
El 7) PRESENT BID #B2300042, OLDER AMERICANS ACT (OAA) PROVIDER GRANT
APPLICATION FUNDS - DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES (RESCHEDULED FROM 2/22/2023):
Ms. Peters stated five (5) bids were received and staff will make a recommendation on March 15, 2023.
• 8) PRESENT BID #B2300054, NORTHERN COLORADO REGIONAL FORENSIC LABORATORY
HEATING, VENTILATION, AND COOLING (HVAC) EXHAUST SYSTEM UPGRADE - FACILITIES
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DEPARTMENT: Ms. Peters stated one (1) bid was received and staff will make a recommendation on
March 13, 2023.
9) PRESENT BID #B2300055, FACILITIES EXPANSION DESIGN AND ENGINEERING
SERVICES - FACILITIES DEPARTMENT(RESCHEDULED FROM 2/22/2023): Ms. Peters stated
nine (9) bids were received and staff will make a recommendation on March 13, 2023.
10) PRESENT BID #B2300063, CUSTODIAL SERVICES (BUSINESS PARK) - FACILITIES
DEPARTMENT (RESCHEDULED FROM 2/22/2023): Ms. Peters stated seven (7) bids were received
and staff will make a recommendation on March 13, 2023.
El 11) PRESENT BID #B2300067, BRIGGSDALE GRADER SHED, AND SAND SHED DESIGN AND
ENGINEERING SERVICES - FACILITIES DEPARTMENT: Ms. Peters stated five (5) bids were received
and staff will make a recommendation on March 13, 2023.
le 12) PRESENT BID #B2300056, HOT AND WARM MIX ASPHALT SUPPLY - DEPARTMENT OF
PUBLIC WORKS: Ms. Peters stated three (3) bids were received and staff will make a recommendation
on March 13, 2023.
El NEW BUSINESS:
1) CONSIDER REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (RFP) FOR THE CASE MANAGEMENT AGENCY (CMA)
ACTIVITIES AND STATE GENERAL FUND PROGRAM SERVICES, AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO
SIGN: Jamie Ulrich, Director of the Department of Human Services, stated this is a request to submit a
proposal to the Colorado Department of Health Care Policy and Finance, in response to their Case
Management Agency services RFP solicitation. Commissioner Ross moved to approve said Request for
Proposal and authorize the Chair to sign. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Buck, and it carried
unanimously.
El 2) CONSIDER GRANT APPLICATION FOR CASE MANAGEMENT RECRUITMENT AND
RETENTION, AND STATEMENT OF ASSURANCE FORM, AND AUTHORIZE DEPARTMENT OF
HUMAN SERVICES TO SUBMIT ELECTRONICALLY: Ms. Ulrich stated this grant application will help
with the retention of employees. Commissioner James moved to approve said grant application and
authorize the Department of Human Services to submit electronically. The motion was seconded by
Commissioner Saine, and it carried unanimously.
El 3) CONSIDER STANDARD FORM OF AGREEMENT FOR RECREATIONAL / EDUCATIONAL
SERVICES FOR COLORADO WORKS SUMMER ACTIVITIES PROGRAM AND RELEASE OF
LIABILITY AND AGREEMENT TO HOLD HARMLESS AND INDEMNIFY BETWEEN DEPARTMENT OF
HUMAN SERVICES AND VARIOUS PROVIDERS, AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN AGREEMENTS
CONSISTENT WITH SAID FORM: Ms. Ulrich stated this form is to approve the list of anticipated
providers, agreement template and release of liability form. Commissioner Ross moved to approve said
list, Standard Form of Agreement, and authorize the Chair to sign agreements consistent with said form.
Seconded by Commissioner Buck, the motion carried unanimously.
(Clerk's Note: Chair Freeman inadvertently skipped Item #4, and came back to it following Item #7.)
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El 5) CONSIDER CONTRACT ID #6471 SCOPE OF SERVICES AGREEMENT FOR GALLUP
ACCESS (WORKPLACE SURVEY SUBSCRIPTION BASIC) AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN AND
SUBMIT ELECTRONICALLY - GALLUP, INC.: Jason Cheesher, Director of the Department of Public
Health and Environment, alongside Tanya Geiser, Department of Public Health and Environment
(WCDPHE), stated this is for the renewal of a one-year subscription for survey services for improving
employee engagement, for a fee of $3,000.00. Commissioner Ross moved to approve said agreement
and authorize the Chair to electronically sign and submit. Commissioner Buck seconded the motion, and
it carried unanimously.
6) CONSIDER CONTRACT ID #6684 STUDENT CLINICAL AGREEMENT FOR REGISTERED
NURSING TO BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN NURSING PROGRAM AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN
AND SUBMIT ELECTRONICALLY — FRONT RANGE COMMUNITY COLLEGE: Mr. Chessher stated
this agreement allows nursing school students from Front Range Community College to conduct clinical
rotations at WCDPHE for training and educational experiences. Commissioner Ross moved to approve
said agreement and authorize the Chair to sign and submit electronically. The motion was seconded by
Commissioner James, and it carried unanimously.
• 7) CONSIDER CONTRACT ID #6685 AMENDMENT #5 FOR NURSE HOME VISITOR PROGRAM
(NHVP) AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN AND SUBMIT ELECTRONICALLY: Mr. Chessher stated
this amendment will allow for WCDPHE to receive additional funding, in the amount of $51,436.00, to
bring the total contract amount to $1,125,872.00, which will cover increased salaries for the 2022-2023
fiscal year. Commissioner Ross moved to approve said amendment and authorize the Chair to sign and
submit electronically. The motion was seconded by Commissioner James, and it carried unanimously.
13 4) CONSIDER CONTRACT ID #6690 STATEMENT OF WORK AGREEMENT FOR EXTERNAL
HUMAN RESOURCES HUMAN CAPITAL MANAGEMENT (HCM) FUNCTIONAL LEAD CONSULTANT
FOR ENTERPRISE RESOURCE PLANNING (ERP) PROJECT AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN -
CDW GOVERNMENT, LLC: Jill Scott, Director of the Department of Human Resources, stated this
statement of work is for an external consultant to implement the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP),
and staff recommends approval. Commissioner James moved to approve said statement of work
agreement and authorize the Chair to sign. The motion, which was seconded by Commissioner Buck,
carried unanimously.
• 8) CONSIDER CONTRACT ID #6686 AMENDMENT TO DATA USE AGREEMENT FOR
COLORADO ALL PAYER CLAIMS DATA AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN ELECTRONICALLY —
CENTER FOR IMPROVING VALUE IN HEALTH CARE: Mr. Chessher stated this amendment allows for
the purchase of an updated data set for 2020-2021, for the cost of $3,800.00. Commissioner James
moved to approve said amendment and authorize the Chair to sign and submit electronically. The motion
was seconded by Commissioner Ross, and it carried unanimously.
• 9) CONSIDER REASSIGNMENT AND APPOINTMENT TO WELD COUNTY BUILDING CODE
BOARD OF APPEALS: Commissioner Ross moved to approve said reassignment and appointment. The
motion was seconded by Commissioner Saine, and it carried unanimously.
• 10) CONSIDER APPOINTMENTS TO AREA AGENCY ON AGING ADVISORY BOARD:
Commissioner James moved to approve said appointments. The motion was seconded by Commissioner
Ross, and it carried unanimously.
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• 11) CONSIDER DECLARATION OF CERTAIN EQUIPMENT AS SURPLUS PROPERTY,
APPROVE SALE OF SAME AT AUCTION WITH ROLLER AND ASSOCIATES, AND DELEGATE
AUTHORITY TO CONTROLLER TO SIGN ANY NECESSARY DOCUMENTS: Cheryl Pattelli, Chief
Financial Officer, stated staff requested the equipment listed on the referenced 'Exhibit A' to be sent for
auction on April 5, 2023. Commissioner Ross moved to approve said declaration, approve sale at auction,
and delegate authority to Chris D'Ovidio, Weld County Controller, to sign any necessary documents. The
motion was seconded by Commissioner Buck, and it carried unanimously.
le 12) CONSIDER RENEWAL APPLICATION FOR A TAVERN (COUNTY) LIQUOR LICENSE AND
AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN - RM, INC., DBA ROOM 119: Bruce Barker, County Attorney, stated the
location for the record, and reported their application has been reviewed with no concerns from referral
agencies. Commissioner James moved to approve said renewal application and authorize the Chair to
sign. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Buck, and it carried unanimously.
• 13) FIRST READING OF CODE ORDINANCE #2023-04, IN THE MATTER OF REPEALING AND
REENACTING, WITH AMENDMENTS, CHAPTER 2 ADMINISTRATION AND CHAPTER 5 REVENUE
AND FINANCE OF THE WELD COUNTY CODE (MISCELLANEOUS PURCHASING POLICY -
RESCHEDULED FROM 2/22/2023): Christie Peters, Purchasing Department, stated staff proposes to
increase the purchasing threshold from $25,000.00 to $50,000.00 to be more cost effective allow for the
procurement of small dollar items in an expedited timeline. She stated changes also to update language
from "Controller" to "Chief Financial Officer or Designee" throughout Chapter 5, and add firearms and
less lethal items to be listed under exempt purchases for the Sheriff's Office, due to the lowest bid not
always being the most reliable. She explained, in Chapter 2, the guidelines for air travel and tipping are
revised. No public testimony was offered concerning this matter. Commissioner James moved to approve
Code Ordinance #2023-04 on First Reading. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Ross, and it
carried unanimously.
• PLANNING:
1) CONSIDER TERMINATION OF IMPROVEMENTS AGREEMENT FOR USE BY SPECIAL REVIEW
PERMIT, USR-1670 - NORTHERN COLORADO DISPOSAL: Jazmyn Trujillo -Martinez, Department of
Planning Services, stated staff is requesting the termination of the road maintenance agreement as a
result of an approved vacation of USR16-0070, on February 1, 2023. Commissioner James moved to
approve said termination. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Ross, and it carried unanimously.
2) CONSIDER REQUEST TO MODIFY CONDITION OF APPROVAL #1.A.4 OF SITE SPECIFIC
DEVELOPMENT PLAN AND MAJOR AMENDED USE BY SPECIAL REVIEW PERMIT,
1MJUSR21-76-298, FOR OPEN MINING (SAND, GRAVEL AND STONE) AND PROCESSING OF
MINERALS, IMPORTATION OF AGGREGATE (SAND, GRAVEL AND STONE) FROM OFF SITE, MINE
OFFICE WITH SCALE HOUSE AND SCALE, A FUELING/LUBRICATING STATION, PORTABLE
GENERATORS, MOBILE MINING EQUIPMENT PARKING AND STORAGE, EMPLOYEE AND
VENDOR PARKING, AND MORE THAN TWO (2) CONEX CONTAINERS FOR STORAGE OF
PRODUCTS AND EQUIPMENT ASSOCIATED WITH OPERATIONS OUTSIDE OF SUBDIVISIONS
AND HISTORIC TOWNSITES, IN THE A (AGRICULTURAL) ZONE DISTRICT - NORTH WELD
GRAVEL, RLLP, C/O C AND H AGGREGATE, LLC: Stacey Shea, representative of C and H Aggregate,
expressed their concern regarding the widening of the bridge located at County Roads (CRs) 39, and 90,
located just east of U.S. Highway 85, and the disproportional burden this places on C and H Aggregate
for their operation of the North Weld Gravel Pit. Cliff Simpson, owner, expressed extensive off -site
improvements are economically infeasible and will result in a probable financial hardship. He referenced
a Traffic Impact Study, which was based on existing traffic and added as a Condition of Approval (COA),
during the hearing, and did not allow time to review the financial implications. Mr. Simpson agreed some
improvements are warranted, due to the existing traffic; however, COA #1.A.4 has resulted in a very
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heavy economic burden created by other projects in the area. Ms. Shea stated the pit expansion is a
contributor, but not the sole source of the increased traffic. She also pointed out the County has agreed
to reimburse its proportional share for the materials alone, but does not account for design, engineering,
relocation of utilities, and procurement of easements for rights -of -way, which puts the North Weld Gravel
Pit in financial jeopardy, so they are requesting COA #1.A.4 to be removed from the Resolution.
Karin McDougal, Assistant County Attorney, stated staff is not in support of this request and deems
the approval process was transparent, and the requirements of the Improvements Agreement are
appropriate for similar operations. She further stated both the applicant and his engineer were present
and agreed to the COA, including the bridge project, and acknowledged traffic in the area, but the Traffic
Impact Study of this amendment is what triggered the safety requirements for the bridge to be widened.
Ms. McDougal stated the County will have a large proportional share of 60% of all the construction,
materials, and labor costs for CRs 39, and 90. She stated staff's recommendation is to deny the request
to amend the Resolution to remove COA #1.A.4 of the Use By Special Review Permit held by C and H
Aggregate for the North Weld Gravel Pit.
- -- In response to Commissioner Ross, Kim Ogle, Department of Planning Services, displayed an
aerial map to help clarify the area being referenced. In response to Commissioner Saine,
Dawn Anderson, Department of Planning Services - Development Review, explained the Improvements
Agreement processes, and indicated that Capital Improvement Projects are the County's responsibility,
but policy is that the development cost is paid by the applicant. In response to Commissioner Buck,
Ms. Anderson commented proportional share is based on traffic volume, the worksheet does include the
background traffic, and they are also subject to their Improvement Agreement obligations, but the County
pays the difference. In response to Commissioner Ross, Ms. Anderson reiterated the applicant does pay
for design, utility relocation, and rights -of -way acquisition, but the County will cover 60% of the cost of
the construction of the bridge. She also stated that the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT)
is also involved to include acceleration and deceleration lanes on U.S. Highway 85, as well as access
permits and turn lane improvements. After extensive discussion, Mr. Simpson explained the
misunderstanding of the COA, and reminded the Board that this request is a small portion that he feels
is outside the scope of the Road Maintenance Agreement.
(Clerk's Note: Chair Freeman requested a five (5) minute recess.)
• Chair Freeman reconvened the meeting and after discussion, Mr. Barker simplified the request is
to remove the bridge requirement from the Improvements Agreement. Ms. Anderson clarified the
Improvements Agreement is still under review and has to come before the Board for approval, and
explained Mr. Simpson objects to bearing the burden of the front-end work, which is a fair issue of
negotiation. In response to Commissioner Saine, Mr. Simpson countered with 25%, rather than 40%,
based on traffic for peak hours at this intersection and the safety improvements of the bridge. After
discussion, Commissioner Buck moved to deny said modification to 1MJUSR21-76-298, with the
instruction to staff to meet with the applicant and representatives to reach a more equitable proportional
share of its impacts to access U.S. Highway 85. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Ross, which
carried unanimously.
• 3) CONSIDER CERTIFICATION TO WELD COUNTY TREASURER OF ZONING VIOLATION
PENALTIES AS SPECIAL ASSESSMENT - JOSE MENDOZA (CONT'D FROM 12/7/2022 -
RESCHEDULED FROM 2/22/2023): Mr. Barker stated a Staff Memorandum that was provided by
Matthew Conroy, Assistant County Attorney, explaining the recommendation that the current outstanding
penalty of $3,150.00 be certified to the Treasurer's Office as a Special Assessment. Commissioner Buck
moved to approve said certification as a special assessment. The motion was seconded by
Commissioner James, and it carried unanimously.
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4) CONSIDER CERTIFICATION TO WELD COUNTY TREASURER OF ZONING VIOLATION
PENALTIES AS SPECIAL ASSESSMENT - LUCINA FLORES (CONT'D FROM 2/13/2023 -
RESCHEDULED FROM 2/22/2023): Mr. Barker stated a Staff Memorandum that was provided by Mr.
Conroy explaining the recommendation that the current outstanding penalty not be certified to the
Treasurer's Office, as a Special Assessment. Bethany Pascoe, Zoning Compliance for the Department
of Planning Services, confirmed a majority of the issues have been addressed and they are working with
Modesto Flores to resolve permitting for the remaining buildings on the property. Commissioner James
moved to not certify said penalties of the certification as a special assessment. The motion was seconded
by Commissioner Saine, and it carried unanimously.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
1) Nicole Marris, Windsor resident, Representative of Citizen's Climate Lobby, Collaborator with the
American Conservation Coalition, offered her comments to the Board, marked Exhibit A.
RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES: The Resolutions were presented and signed as listed on the
Consent Agenda. Code Ordinance #2023-04 was approved on First Reading.
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 10:56 a.m.
These Minutes were approved on the 13th day of March, 2023.
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Hello Nicole,
Esther Gesick
Monday, February 27, 2023 4:24 PM
Nicole Merris
Commissioners; Esther Gesick; Houstan Aragon
RE: Follow -Up from Public Comment, Commissioner Meeting 2/27
County Commissioner Comment.docx
EXHIBIT
Thank you for attending and presenting your comments today. I have printed a copy, which will be attached to the
meeting minutes as an Exhibit, and the full Board is copied on this response so they may review them as well. Have a
nice afternoon!
Sincere Regards,
Esther E. Gesick
Clerk to the Board
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Hi Scott and Esther,
Thank you so much for connecting with me after my comment this morning. It's so encouraging to hear the spirit of the
collaboration and work being done by you and your fellow commissioners in the area of energy, climate, and air quality.
As promised. the resources I referenced in my comment can be found below. Also attached is the transcript of my
comment. Please let me know if you have any comments or questions on these. Also, I would be greatly interested in
hearing more about the work you and the commissioners are doing in the area of climate and air quality and any
opportunities for input or involvement. Please feel free to reach me by phone or email.
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Kind regards.
Nicole Merris
407-453-4812
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Hi, my name is Nicole Merns and I live in Windsor with my husband and three young boys I'm also a
representative of Citizen's Climate Lobby and I work in collaboration with the American Conservation
Coalition, a growing group of conservative voters that advocate for clean energy solutions
I come to you today as a mom, concerned about her kids in the face of growing environmental
challenges, like air quality, drought, and the stress we levy on our natural spaces, both locally and
globally I recognize and appreciate that the Board of Commissioners has engaged in climate
conversations and meetings to address air quality and greenhouse gas emissions and I hope to see this
important work continue
As I'm sure you are aware, the Guanella Comprehensive Area Plan was recently approved by the COGCC
and 466 fracking wells are scheduled to be installed across Weld County I understand how important
the O&G industry is here in Weld County I also acknowledge that it would be unrealistic to suddenly
turn off the taps
However, there are other factors that we must take into consideration as we make decisions about the
future of energy and the economy The Greeley Tribune recently published an article regarding
Colorado's post -pandemic economic recovery According to that article, Weld County has recovered
only 57% of its pre -pandemic job levels compared to Colorado as a whole having recovered 117%
This dragon the economy has been attributed to the unstable nature of the oil and gas industry
Meanwhile, other parts of our local economy, including our large agricultural industry, have added jobs
and grown Still, the oversized impact of the oil & gas industry was able to drag that number down This
economic volatility can be expected to persist and grow as local and global energy demands change
Both predicted changes, like transitions to green energy, as well as unforeseen events, like the
pandemic, will impact the oil and gas industry and as a result, our local economy Add to that the cost of
climate -caused disasters which, according to a recent Colorado Fiscal Institute Report, have cost the
state between $20 and $50 billion since 1980
Further, Weld County, and much of Colorado is experiencing moderate to severe drought conditions
that are not expected to improve any time soon With agriculture being such an important industry for
us, this makes the 3 6 billion gallons of fresh water projected to be consumed by the Guanella CAP
alarming There is growing concern over the water crisis taking place in Colorado and much of the West
Coast As drought conditions persist, we should be looking for more ways to preserve water in support
of our citizens and farmers
I acknowledge that oil and gas are an important part of the lifestyle we enjoy today, and I'd like for you
to consider the other commodities that are important to our survival and way of living air, water, and a
livable climate On behalf of myself, my family, and the growing number of parents in the area that want
a better future for their kids than we're enjoying today, I'd like to ask that you consider supporting
legislation that protects our air, water, and health and especially the phase out of new frocking permits
by 2030
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