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Home My WebLink About20232904.tiffC on-hiacl- t M -Hap COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT BETWEEN WELD COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES, AND NUNN POLICE DEPARTMENT This agreement is entered into, by and between the Weld County Department of Human Services, hereinafter "Human/Social Services", and Nunn Police Department, hereinafter "Law Enforcement". WITNESSETH WHEREAS, Colorado law encourages cooperation between local departments of Human/Social Services and Local Law Enforcement; and WHEREAS, from time to time, Weld County Human Services and Local Law Enforcement have the responsibility to investigate allegations of child abuse and neglect; and WHEREAS, the parties hereto desire to memorialize their cooperative arrangement; and WHEREAS, by custom, Human/Social Services has taken the prime responsibility to investigate child abuse and neglect cases, and the parties affirmatively state that this Agreement is not intended to change this custom; and WHEREAS, while each of the undersigned professionals and agencies have specific responsibilities in the treatment, protection, and investigation of children, it is acknowledged that the multidisciplinary team approach on matters of child abuse and neglect is a more positive approach to the ultimate resolution of the problems related to these most difficult situations; and WHEREAS, the purpose of this agreement is to enhance the ability of agencies, organizations, and individuals to implement coordinated efforts in dealing with children and families involved in child abuse and neglect, NOW THEREFORE, the parties agree as follows: PROTOCOL FOR COOPERATION The following protocol shall apply for cooperation between Human/Social Services and local Law Enforcement. A. Child abuse reporting laws allow reports to both Law Enforcement and Human/Social Services. This makes cooperation essential to assure prompt action, protection for the child and the responses required by law. The decision regarding who investigates a suspected child abuse/neglect case shall be made jointly by the referring agency and the receiving agency. Joint investigation may also be requested by the receiving con�X.hk r 1 0/1/23 ac. ec . (/----P) /%/a 2023-2904 �4i� 0095 agency if there is a determination of that need. B. The Department of Human/Social Services has an assigned worker on call twenty-four hours per day, seven days per week. Any referrals should be made to a caseworker or the director during regular working hours or the staff person on call after hours. All referrals from Human/ Social Services will be made to the officer on duty. C. Cases of minor and medium physical abuse/neglect will not require immediate referral to local Law Enforcement by the staff of Human/ Social Services. All cases of a more severe nature require immediate contact with local Law Enforcement depending on jurisdiction. D. Third -party abuse or neglect cases investigated by Law Enforcement as provided in Section 19-3- 308(5.3)(a) shall not require immediate notification to Human/Social Services. In such cases, Law Enforcement shall submit a copy of its investigative report to Human/Social Services in order that Human/Social Services may submit a report to the states automated system if the case is substantiated and may order to have the local Child Protection Team review the case. E. All reports of confirmed child abuse/neglect shall be forwarded by the County Department to the District Attorney's office and the local Law Enforcement agency. F. In Joint investigations, as a general rule, Human/Social Services will take the lead in interviewing the victim; and Law Enforcement will take the lead in interviewing the alleged perpetrator. Joint interviews shall be preceded by a planning session to outline the conduct of the interview prior to the investigation. However, some investigations will proceed according to a standard plan of actions, while others will require a unique approach. Upon completion of the joint investigation: 1. Law Enforcement continues criminal investigation without the involvement of Human/Social Services. This shall include the submission of the information to the District Attorney for disposition. 2. Human/Social Services shall be responsible for determining what measures are necessary for the protection of the children, which may include, but not necessarily be limited to the removal of the child (ren) from the home, the filing of a Petition for Dependency and Neglect, and appropriate notification to the Court if removal has occurred. 3. Appropriate sharing of reports must occur. Law Enforcement shall provide Human/Social Services with copies of incident reports when requested. LANGUAGE AND CRITERIA FOR IDENTIFICATION OF SUSPECTED ABUSE This section is intended to ensure that all parties are using the same language and criteria for identification of suspected abuse and neglect cases. 2 ABUSE • Minor - Excessive or inappropriate force used resulting in a superficial injury. Medium - Excessive or inappropriate force used resulting in an injury which may require medical attention. Severe- Excessive or inappropriate force used resulting in a serious injury which requires medical attention and/or hospitalization. Near fatal - Involves an incident in which a physician determines that a child is in serious, critical, or life -threatening condition as the result of sickness or injury caused by suspected abuse and/or neglect. Fatal - Physical or emotional needs of child are not met resulting in death. NEGLECT Minor - Physical or emotional needs of child are marginally or inconsistently met, but little or no impact on the child's functioning. Medium - Physical or emotional needs of child are inadequately met resulting in some impairment in the child's functioning. Severe - Physical or emotional needs of child are not met resulting in serious injury or illness. Near fatal - Physical or emotional needs of the child are not met in an incident in which a physician determines that a child is in serious, critical, or life -threatening condition as the result of sickness or injury caused by suspected abuse and/or neglect. Fatal - Physical or emotional needs of child are not met resulting in death. SEXUAL ABUSE • Severity of sexual abuse should be determined based upon the type of contact, duration of contact, and the emotional impact upon the child. RESPONSIBILITY FOR INVESTIGATION A. The following are applicable cases, or types of cases, where it is expected that the sole investigation will be conducted by Human/Social Services (Law Enforcement may be called at any time there may be a safety risk to any worker): 1. Minor physical abuse 2. Substance exposed newborn. 3. Failure to Thrive 4. Medical neglect (including failure to provide medically indicated treatment to disabled infants with life threatening conditions and drug affected babies). 5. Sexual abuse when perpetrator under age 10. Exception, if there is indication that the under age 10 perpetrator is the victim of someone over 10. 6. Educational neglect. In truancy cases, after charges have been filed by the school district. 7. Emotional abuse. 8. Medium neglect, lack of supervision. 9. Physical or sexual abuse in a daycare home or center, foster home, group home or institution. (Another county department may need to investigate to avoid a conflict of interest). 3 B. The following are examples of cases where it is expected that the sole investigation will be conducted by Law Enforcement (Human/Social Services may be called when determined by both parties to be in the best interest of the safety of the child). 1. Third -party physical abuse. 2. Third party sexual abuse, when the alleged perpetrator is over 10 and it can be determined that the actor is not an abused child. 3. Report of immediate danger to a child when proximity and speed of Law Enforcement response is needed, when Child Protective Services are not available, and risk to the child indicates immediate evaluation is needed (e.g., welfare check). C. The following cases shall be jointly investigated by Human/Social Services and Law Enforcement when abuse or neglect is suspected: 1. Death of a child. 2. Medium to severe physical abuse or risk of this. Joint investigation by Human/Social Services and Law Enforcement is recommended to evaluate the need for immediate medical evaluation, protective custody of the child and appropriate civil and criminal action. 3. All head trauma injuries (i.e., subdural hematoma). 4. All injuries involving ruptured organs, unjustifiably explained abdominal injuries or any injury consistent with abuse. (The history given concerning such conditions is at variance with the degree or type of such condition or death; or the circumstances indicate that such condition may not be the product of an accidental occurrence). 5. All fractures which are unjustifiably explained, or multiple fractures or in various stages of healing. (The history given concerning such conditions is at variance with the degree or type of such condition or death; or the circumstances indicate that such condition may not be the product of an accidental occurrence). 6. All second or third degree burns, including cigarette burns or other burns consistent with abuse (such as immersion burns). 7. All lacerations to the face, external genitalia or extremities which are unjustifiably explained. (The history given concerning such condition is at variance with the degree or type of such condition or death; or the circumstances indicate that such conditions may not be the product of an accidental occurrence). 8. All lesions on different parts of the body. 9. Intra familial and third -party sexual abuse. 10. Injurious Environment. (May require Code Enforcement). 11. Sexual abuse when the alleged perpetrator may be a child victim, or the actor may have his/her own children under the age of 18, or any other child may be at risk. 12. When a suspected perpetrator who is a parent, custodian, guardian or a child may flee. 13. When a parent, custodian, or guardian of a child refuses access to the child (ren) by Human/Social Services or Law Enforcement or refuses medical examination of 4 the child (ren). It is recognized that it may be necessary for Human/ Social Services to obtain a Court Order for access to said child (ren). 14. Conditions suggesting suspicion that a law has been broken. 15. Any case in which a child is subjected to human trafficking of a minor for sexual and labor servitude. GENERAL PROVISIONS OF COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT A. The intent of this Agreement is to clarify and enhance cooperation between agencies to protect children. It is recognized there may be differing opinions regarding some case decisions. In those cases, referral to supervisory levels would be appropriate. Child Protection Teams also may be used for consultation, feedback, and direction regarding cases which have become problematic between agencies. The District Attorney may provide guidance as well. In extreme circumstances, the Court may be requested to intervene to resolve issues related to the legal responsibility of each agency. B. Because agencies and communities are changing entities, annual review for modification or evaluation is accepted as a part of this cooperative agreement. The parties shall set a mutually convenient annual meeting to review and discuss issues directly related to the fulfillment of this Agreement. C. Relevant portions of Colorado Revised Statutes are 19-3-308(5.5). 5 THE UNDERSIGNED INDIVIDUALS REPRESENTING THEIR RESPECTIVE AGENCIES HAVE READ THIS DOCUMENT AND AGREE TO IMPLEMENT THE PROCEDURES AS OUTLINED. COUNTY: ATTEST: Weld C By: sdr4,„0 BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS Clerk to the Bo. rd WELD COUNTY, COLORADO Deputy Cle to th- Boar 6 ike Freeman, Chair OCT 0 2 2323 E F I R EME T: unn Police Department 85 Lincoln Avenue Nunn, CO 80648 ' chad A. W oIeMce By: Richard A. Florence (Sep 18, 2023 07:21 MDT) Date: Rick Florence, Police Chief Sep 18, 2023 ("20°73- aD SIGNATURE REQUESTED: Weld/Nunn Cooperative Agreement Final Audit Report 2023-09-18 Created: 2023-09-11 By: Sara Adams (sadams@co.weld.co.us) Status: Signed Transaction ID: CBJCHBCAABAAA-oTOXyMP3j8xnPIKbKFJh_2NeVnwwc2 "SIGNATURE REQUESTED: Weld/Nunn Cooperative Agreeme nt" History t Document created by Sara Adams (sadams@co.weld.co.us) 2023-09-11 - 10:09:32 PM GMT Et Document emailed to rflorence@nunnpolice.org for signature 2023-09-11 - 10:13:26 PM GMT 15 Email viewed by rflorence@nunnpolice.org 2023-09-12 - 4:26:28 PM GMT 5 Email viewed by rflorence@nunnpolice.org 2023-09-15 - 6:22:51 PM GMT t Email viewed by rflorence@nunnpolice.org 2023-09-18 - 12:07:27 PM GMT bo Signer rflorence@nunnpolice.org entered name at signing as Richard A. Florence 2023-09-18 - 1:20:59 PM GMT da Document e -signed by Richard A. Florence (rlorence@nunnpolice.org) Signature Date: 2023-09-18 - 1:21:01 PM GMT - Time Source: server a Agreement completed. 2023-09-18 - 1:21:01 PM GMT Powered by Adobe Acrobat Sign Contract Form Entity Information Entity Name * NUNN, TOWN OF Entity ID* @00002332 Contract Name * NUNN POLICE DEPARTMENT COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT Contract Status CTB REVIEW O New Entity? Contract ID 7406 Contract Lead * SADAMS Contract Lead Email sadams@weld.gov;cobbx xlk@weld.gov Parent Contract ID 20232616 Requires Board Approval YES Department Project # Contract Description * (CONSENT) COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT REGARDING PROTOCOLS FOR COOPERATION ON CHILD WELFARE NOTIFICATION AND INVESTIGATION REQUIREMENTS. Contract Description 2 PA ROUTED TO CTB ON 9/6/2023 AND ON BOCC AGENDA ON 9/11/2023 - IN PERPETUITY - REVIEW ANNUALLY Contract Type* Department AGREEMENT HUMAN SERVICES Amount* $0.00 Renewable * YES Automatic Renewal Grant IGA Department Email CM- HumanServices@weldgov. com Department Head Email CM-HumanServices- DeptHead@weldgov.com County Attorney GENERAL COUNTY ATTORNEY EMAIL County Attorney Email CM- COUNTYATTORNEY@WEL DGOV.COM Requested BOCC Agenda Date * 09/25/2023 Due Date 09/21/2023 Will a work session with BOCC be required?* NO Does Contract require Purchasing Dept. to be included? If this is a renewal enter previous Contract ID If this is part of a MSA enter MSA Contract ID Note: the Previous Contract Number and Master Services Agreement Number should be left blank if those contracts are not in OnBase Contract Dates Effective Date Termination Notice Period Contact Information Review Date* 07/30/2024 Renewal Date 09/30/2024 Committed Delivery Date Expiration Date Contact Info Contact Name Contact Type Contact Email Contact Phone 1 Contact Phone 2 Purchasing Purchasing Approver Purchasing Approved Date CONSENT 09/25/2023 Approval Process Department Head Finance Approver Legal Counsel JAMIE ULRICH CONSENT CONSENT DH Approved Date Finance Approved Date Legal Counsel Approved Date 09/25/2023 09/25/2023 09/25/2023 Final Approval BOCC Approved Tyler Ref # AG 100223 BOCC Signed Date Originator SADAMS BOCC Agenda Date 10/02/2023 Cheryl Hoffman From: Sent: To: Subject: noreply@weldgov.com Thursday, August 1, 2024 2:11 PM CM-ClerktoBoard; Sara Adams; Lesley Cobb; CM-HumanServices-DeptHead Fast Tracked Contract ID (8577) Contract # 8577 has been Fast Tracked to CM -Contract Maintenance. You will be notified in the future based on the Contract information below: Entity Name: NUNN, TOWN OF Contract Name: NUNN POLICE DEPARTMENT COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT Contract Amount: $0.00 Contract ID: 8577 Contract Lead: SADAMS Department: HUMAN SERVICES Review Date: 7/31/2025 Renewable Contract: YES Renew Date: 8/31/2025 Expiration Date: Tyler Ref #: Thank -you 5-77 02,9,23- aD `�" Cheryl Hoffman From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Good afternoon CTB, FAST TRACK ITEM: Sara Adams Thursday, August 1, 2024 3:46 PM CTB HS -Contract Management FAST TRACK: CW Law Enforcement Agencies Cooperative Agreement (CMS Various) Below is the list of Cooperative Agreements between DHS and local law enforcement agencies. These agreements are in perpetuity and there are no changes, so they are being Fast Tracked in CMS for tracking purposes only. Law Enforcement Agency Cooperative Agreements Annual Review Provider/Entity Tyler# New CMS # Ault Police Department 2023-2664 8565 Eaton Police Department 2023-2665 8566 UNC Police Department 2023-2731 8567 Greeley Police Department 2023-2667 8568 Johnstown Police Department 2023-2666 8569 Kersey Police Department 2023-2668 8570 Platteville Police Department 2023-2670 8571 Mead Police Department 2023-2669 8572 Erie Police Department 2023-2905 8573 Milliken Police Department 2023-2906 8574 Brighton Police Department 2023-2732 8575 Garden City Police Department 2023-2733 8576 Nunn Police Department 2023-2904 8577 Frederick Police Department 2023-2903 8579 Town of Hudson 2023-3106 8580 LaSalle Police Department 2023-2908 8581 Lochbuie Police Department 2023-2907 8582 Windsor Police Department 2023-3031 8583 Weld County Sheriffs Department 2023-2902 8584 Evans Police Department 2024-0958 8585 Ft. Lupton Police Department 2023-3670 8586 Town of Keenesburg 2023-3671 8587 Thank you, Sara Houstan Aragon From: Sent: To: Subject: noreply@weldgov.com Tuesday, August 26, 2025 11:06 AM CM-ClerktoBoard; Sara Adams; Lesley Cobb; CM-HumanServices-DeptHead Fast Tracked Contract ID (9878) Contract # 9878 has been Fast Tracked to CM -Contract Maintenance. You will be notified in the future based on the Contract information below: Entity Name: NUNN, TOWN OF Contract Name: NUNN POLICE DEPARTMENT COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT Contract Amount: $0.00 Contract ID: 9878 Contract Lead: SADAMS Department: HUNAN SERVICES Review Date: 6/30/2026 Renewable Contract: YES Renew Date: 8/31/2026 Expiration Date: Tyler Ref #: Thank -you an or), 3 G�s1�s cGS'P ac-, au�3- aGo� 1-FC\ Ducts Houstan Aragon From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Follow Up Flag: Flag Status: Sara Adams Tuesday, August 26, 2025 11:02 AM CTB HS -Contract Management FAST TRACK: CW Law Enforcement Agencies Cooperative Agreement (CMS Various) Follow up Flagged Good morning CTB, FAST TRACK ITEM: Below is the list of Cooperative Agreements between DHS and local law enforcement agencies. These agreements are in perpetuity and there are no changes. They are being Fast Tracked in CMS for tracking purposes only. Law Enfoncement Agency Cooperative Agreements Annual Review Provider/Entity Tyler# New CMS# Ault Police Department 2023-2664 9867 Eaton Police Department 2023-2665 9868 Johnstown Police Department 2023-2666 9869 City of Greeley Police Department 2023-2667 9870 Kersey Police Department 2023-2668 9871 Mead Police Department 2023-2669 9872 Platteville Police Department 2023-2670 9873 UNC Police Department 2023-2731 9874 Brighton Police Department 2023-2732 9875 Garden City Police Department 2023-2733 9876 Weld County Sheriffs Department 2023-2902 9877 Frederick Police Department 2023-2903 9888 Nunn Police Department 2023-2904 9878 Erie Police Department 2023-2905 9879 Milliken Police Department 2023-2906 9880 Lochbuie Police Department 2023-2907 9881 LaSalle Police Department 2023-2908 9882 Windsor Police Department 2023-3031 9883 Town of Hudson 2023-3106 9884 Ft. Lupton Police Department 2023-3670 9885 Town of Keenesburg 2023-3671 9886 Evans Police Department 2024-0958 9887 Thank you, Sara coin Sara Adams Contract Administrative Coordinator Department of Human Services Desk: 970-400-6603 P.O. Box A, 315 N. 11th Ave., Greeley, CO 80632 o®000 Join Our Team Important: This electronic transmission and any attached documents or other writings are intended only for the person or entity to which it is addressed and may contain information that is privileged, confidential or otherwise protected from disclosure. If you have received this communication in error, please immediately notify sender by return e-mail and destroy the communication. Any disclosure, copying, distribution or the taking of any action concerning the contents of this communication or any attachments by anyone other them the named recipient is strictly prohibited. Hello