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MINUTES
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
WELD COUNTY, COLORADO
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 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, September 11, 2023, at the hour of 9:00 a.m.
1E1 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 -Tern
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: There being no corrections to the Minutes of the Board of County Commissioners
meeting of August 28, 2023, as printed, Commissioner Buck moved to approve. Commissioner James
seconded the motion and it carried unanimously.
IE AMENDMENTS TO AGENDA: There were no amendments to the agenda.
CONSENT AGENDA: Commissioner James moved to approve the Consent Agenda, as printed.
Commissioner Ross seconded the motion and it carried unanimously.
PRESENTATIONS:
1) LIFE SAVING AWARDS, SHERIFF'S OFFICE - DAVID GRIJALVA AND ERIC LASE: Chair Freeman
invited those being recognized to come forward. Steve Reams, Weld County Sheriff, thanked the Board
and explained the purpose of the recognition of deputies in a public environment by those who work
closest to them. Sergeant Jerry Porter, Sheriff's Office, introduced Deputies David Grijalva and Eric Lase,
who performed exemplary life-saving measures on June 30, 2023, by assisting several citizens who
drove around traffic barricades on County Roads (CRs) 73 and 16, to cross flood waters and
subsequently became stranded and in need of rescue. He explained during the investigation of the first
vehicle swept away by the flood waters, two (2) more vehicles had also become stranded, and due to
Deputy Lase's quick thinking, he was able to save lives while utilizing spike strips for a family in distress,
since his first rescue was still utilizing the floatation devices. Sergeant Porter noted that Deputy Lase was
able to rescue two (2) families that day, therefore, he was awarded the Ribbon of Merit, in addition to the
Life Saving Award, also presented to Deputy Grijalva. Each Commissioner, in turn, expressed their
gratitude for their ingenuity, resourcefulness, and commitment to their service and utilizing lifesaving
efforts for citizens of Weld County. (Clerk's Note: The group gathered for a photo opportunity.)
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2) RIBBON OF MERIT AWARD, SHERIFF'S OFFICE - ERIC LASE: (Clerk's Note: Please refer to the
Life Saving Award commentary above.)
IR WARRANTS:
1) GENERAL WARRANTS - SEPTEMBER 8, 2023: Commissioner Ross moved to approve the General
Warrants, as printed. Commissioner Buck seconded the motion and it carried unanimously.
El BIDS:
1) APPROVE BID #B2300167, SAND OIL TANK AND GREASE TRAP PUMPING SERVICE -
FACILITIES DEPARTMENT: Carolyn Geisert, Purchasing Department, stated staff recommends
selecting the lowest bidder who met specifications, Wright Choice, Inc., for a total amount of $64,319.00,
annually. She noted the bid will permit up to three (3), one (1) -year renewals based on performance.
Commissioner Buck moved to approve said bid. The motion was seconded by Commissioner James,
and it carried unanimously.
2) PRESENT BID #B2300157, RECORDS RELOCATION AND REMODEL - FACILITIES
DEPARTMENT: Ms. Geisert stated five (5) bids were received and staff will make a recommendation on
September 25, 2023.
3) PRESENT BID #B2300172, CHASE BUILDING (822 7TH ST., GREELEY) CHILLER
REPLACEMENT DESIGN AND ENGINEERING SERVICES - FACILITIES DEPARTMENT: Ms. Geisert
stated four (4) bids were received and staff will make a recommendation on September 25, 2023.
4) PRESENT BID #B2300173, FLAMMABLE EXHAUST, FIRE ALARM AND FIRE SUPPRESSION
UPGRADE FOR DACONO HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE - FACILITIES DEPARTMENT:
Ms. Geisert stated one (1) bid was received and staff will make a recommendation on September 25,
2023.
NEW BUSINESS:
1) CONSIDER CONTRACT ID #7349 EXPENDITURE AUTHORIZATION AND WORK PLAN FOR
ADDITIONAL TRADE ADJUSTMENT ASSISTANCE (TAA) CASE MANAGEMENT GRANT FUNDS
AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN ELECTRONICALLY: Tami Grant, Deputy Director of the Department
of Human Services, stated this expenditure authorization allows for Employment Services of Weld County
(ESWC) to provide reemployment and case management services to trade -impacted individuals, in the
amount of $6,637.00, from June 1, 2023, through September 30, 2024. Commissioner Saine moved to
approve said expenditure authorization and authorize the Chair to sign electronically. The motion was
seconded by Commissioner Ross, and it carried unanimously.
E 2) CONSIDER CONTRACT ID #7355 AMENDMENT #1 TO FACILITY USAGE LICENSE
AGREEMENT AND RENTAL GUIDELINES FOR AREA AGENCY ON AGING (AAA) SENIOR
NUTRITION PROGRAM (FRIENDLY FORK), AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN - ARCHDIOCESE
OF DENVER AND GUARDIAN ANGELS CATHOLIC CHURCH: Ms. Grant stated this amendment allows
for congregate meals through the Friendly Fork program to continue with a reduction of cost from
$100.00, per week, to $50.00 per week, with a term of August 31, 2023, through August 30, 2024.
Commissioner Ross moved to approve said amendment and authorize the Chair to sign. The motion was
seconded by Commissioner Buck, and it carried unanimously.
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IE 3) CONSIDER CONTRACT ID #7363 COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE LEASE AGREEMENT FOR
OFFICE SPACE (810 9TH STREET, SUITES 150 AND 200, GREELEY) FOR CHILD WELFARE
FAMILY SUPPORT AND VISITATION CENTER (FSVC), AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN -
BUCKINGHAM GORDON, LLC: Ms. Grant stated staff received notification the lease for the current
location would not be renewed, and this lease agreement allows for a new location. She indicated the
Department of Human Services is working diligently with the Facilities and Information Technology
Departments to ensure the Family Support and Visitation Center (FSVC) will be in working order by
November 1, 2023. Ms. Grant stated this contract is for an initial two (2) years, with a one (1) year renewal
option, for the amount of $188,640.00, which is funded by the Child Welfare Block Grant from
November 1, 2023, through October 31, 2025. Commissioner James moved to approve said lease
agreement and authorize the Chair to sign. The motion, which was seconded by Commissioner Buck,
carried unanimously.
4)CONSIDER STANDARD FORM FOR COOPERATIVE AGREEMENTS REGARDING
PROTOCOLS FOR CHILD WELFARE NOTIFICATION AND INVESTIGATION REQUIREMENTS
BETWEEN DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES AND VARIOUS LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCIES,
AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN ANY AGREEMENT CONSISTENT WITH SAID FORM: Ms. Grant
stated this allows formal relationships with local law enforcement agencies in the coordination of duties
for allegations of child neglect and abuse. Commissioner Buck moved to approve said form and authorize
the Chair to sign any agreement consistent with said form. The motion was seconded by
Commissioner Ross, and it carried unanimously.
EI 5) CONSIDER EMERGENCY TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF CR 31 BETWEEN CRS 84 AND 86:
Amy Mutchie, Department of Public Works, stated this emergency closure began on August 30, 2023,
due to two (2) collapsed irrigation culverts caused by an overweight crane crossing, and will go through
September 22, 2023. She further stated the ditch company has been contacted and the party responsible
for the damage is working with the County to share the cost to repair the damage. Commissioner Buck
moved to approve said temporary closure. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Ross, and it
carried unanimously.
6) CONSIDER TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF TWO RIVERS PKWY BETWEEN CR 54 AND SH 60:
Ms. Mutchie stated this closure will begin September 24, 2023, and go through September 29, 2023, to
allow for guard rails to be installed as part of the bridge finalization and completion of utility work.
Commissioner Ross moved to approve said temporary closure. The motion was seconded by
Commissioner Buck, and it carried unanimously.
El 7) CONSIDER CONTRACT ID #7358 CHANGE ORDER #1 TO AGREEMENT FOR 2023
MATERIAL HAULING (EMERGENCY BID #62300075) - SO LOW TRANSPORT, INC.: Nate Gibson,
Department of Public Works, stated this change order, in the amount of $1,631,957.00, will provide
contract trucking services through the end of 2023. Commissioner Ross moved to approve said change
order #1, which was seconded by Commissioner Buck, and it carried unanimously.
El 8) CONSIDER RENEWAL APPLICATION FOR A VINTNER'S RESTAURANT (COUNTY) LIQUOR
LICENSE AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN - SALT AND ACRES, LLC, DBA SALT AND ACRES:
Matthew Conroy, Assistant County Attorney, reviewed the renewal liquor application for a vintner's
restaurant located on County Road (CR) 25 and north of CR 20, which has had a liquor license since
2017, and the current applicants have owned the winery since 2022. He stated there are no concerns
from referral agencies, and recommends approval. 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.
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9) SECOND READING OF CODE ORDINANCE #2023-14, IN THE MATTER OF REPEALING AND
REENACTING, WITH AMENDMENTS, CHAPTER 3 HUMAN RESOURCES OF THE WELD COUNTY
CODE (HFWA AND POWR ACT): Commissioner James moved to read Code Ordinance #2023-14 by
title only. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Ross, and it carried unanimously. Bruce Barker,
County Attorney, read the title for the record. Jill Scott, Director of the Department of Human Resources,
stated there have been no changes since First Reading. No public input was offered concerning this
matter. Commissioner James moved to approve Code Ordinance #2023-14 on Second Reading. The
motion was seconded by Commissioner Ross, and it carried unanimously.
el PLANNING:
1) CONSIDER VACATION OF PUBLIC FACILITY DIVISION, PFD22-0004, AND RECOMBINE LOTS
INTO ORIGINAL ACREAGE - BARCLAY FARM PROPERTY, LLC, C/O RICHARD JOHNSON:
Molly Wright, Department of Planning Services, stated the Public Facility Division, PFD22-0004, map
was recorded on April 5, 2023, and gave a brief overview of the location of the approximately 40 -acre
unplatted parcel. She indicated Code criteria has been met and staff recommends approval. Rich
Johnson, applicant, explained he went through the process of subdivision for the Fire Department, but
the site was not developed due to insufficient due diligence while working with their attorney. In addition,
he stated after the Environmental Study was completed, a high-pressure oil pipeline was discovered to
be too close in proximity to the proposed location for a new fire station. No public testimony was offered
concerning this matter. Commissioner Ross moved to approve said vacation. The motion was seconded
by Commissioner Buck, and it carried unanimously.
IR PUBLIC COMMENT: There was no public comment offered.
RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES: The Resolutions were presented and signed as listed on the
Consent Agenda. Code Ordinance #2023-14 was approved on Second 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 9:27 a.m.
These Minutes were approved on the 25th day of September, 2023.
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