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Home My WebLink About20230574.tiffRESOLUTION RE: APPROVE CHANGE IN BOUNDARY LINES OF COMMISSIONER DISTRICTS IN WELD COUNTY, COLORADO WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners of Weld County, Colorado, pursuant to Colorado statute and the Weld County Home Rule Charter, is vested with the authority of administering the affairs of Weld County, Colorado, and WHEREAS, Section 3-2(2) of the Weld County Home Rule Charter says the following: "(2) The Board shall review the boundaries of the [Commissioner] districts when necessary, but not more often than every two years, and then revise and alter the boundaries so that districts are as nearly equal in population as possible," and WHEREAS, by Resolution #2015-1501, dated June 15, 2015, the Board of County Commissioners of Weld County, Colorado, revised the boundary lines of the County Commissioner Districts as shown on the map attached to that Resolution, and WHEREAS, in order that Weld County complies with Charter Section 3-2(2), it is desirable, necessary, and in the best interests of the County that the Board of County Commissioners now consider, determine, and re-establish boundary lines of the County Commissioner districts within the County, and WHEREAS, upon notice published in the Greeley Tribune on January 11, 2023, the Board of County Commissioners held a public hearing on January 23, 2023, to obtain public input regarding changing the District boundaries, and WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners is now of the opinion that the County Commissioner Districts do not conform to the proper division of the County with respect to population, and WHEREAS, upon notice published in the Greeley Tribune on January 29, 2023, the Board of County Commissioners held a public hearing on March 1, 2023, to determine and re-establish boundary lines of the County Commissioner Districts within the County, with the boundary lines and division of precincts as shown on the attached Exhibit "A." NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of Weld County, Colorado, that the boundary lines of the County Commissioner Districts within the County, with the division of precincts into the respective County Commissioner Districts as shown on the attached Exhibit "A," be, and hereby is, approved. CC : GR(cx/RA &Z3 (TPA/RR), CA(se) 03 /Io/23 2023-0574 CR0034 CHANGE IN BOUNDARY LINES OF THE COMMISSIONER DISTRICTS IN WELD COUNTY, COLORADO PAGE 2 The above and foregoing Resolution was, on motion duly made and seconded, adopted by the following vote on the 1st day of March, A.D., 2023. BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WELD COUNTY, COLORADO ATTEST: ditiLet)G. �CL�o•� Weld County Clerk to the Board BY: I V eputy Clerk to the Board APPROVED AS TO FOR i- County Attorney Date of signature: O3/09 X23 za_ Mike -Fryman, Chair Pro-Tem tt K. James evin D. Ross ABSTAINED Lori Saine 2023-0574 CR0034 Changes: BOCC Assigned Total Population Precinct Precinct Code Current BOCC 2171962219 219 2 BOCC District 3 1428 8231962220 220 2 BOCC District 3 2015 BOCC District 3 1523 8231962262 262 2 Disclaimer This product has been developed solely for internal use only by Weld County. The GIS database, applications, and data in the product is subject to constant change and the accuracy and completeness cannot be and is not guaranteed. The designation of lots or parcels or land uses in the database does not imply that the lots or parcels were legally created or that the land uses comply with applicable State or Local law. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCE SHALL ANY PART THE PRODUCT BE USED FOR FINAL DESIGN PURPOSES. WELD COUNTY MAKES NO WARRANTIES OR GUARANTEES, EITHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED AS TO THE COMPLETENESS, ACCURACY, OR CORRECTNESS OF SUCH PRODUCT NOR ACCEPTS ANY LIABILITY, ARISING FROM ANY INCORRECT, INCOMPLETE OR MISLEADING INFORMATION CONTAINED THEREIN. Carly Koppes Weld County Clerk and Recorder 5 Miles Ute Creek Golf Course L 17th Ave E 9th Ave Keyes Pleasa Ricge Lutz BOCC District 1 BOCC District BOCC District 3. Idaho Cr e inn 229 Pur"tan 357 Fi.4estorh_ E$anston rederick 233 Total Population by Assigned District EXHIBIT HERE. Gar324SateGraph, GeoTech tahoclres-lITC, MErt/NASA, i. ? US PA, NtS �I jl2 1 I I 10€ I I I ' 2 i E r 110,835 100,000 120,00(: Date Exported: 1/4/2023 11:47 AM NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Docket #: 2023-13.A On January 23, 2023, the Board of County Commissioners of Weld County, Colorado, held a public hearing to receive input from the public regarding changing the boundary lines of Commissioner Districts in Weld County, Colorado, as proposed by the Weld County Clerk and Recorder, to make the populations between the three Commissioner Districts nearly equal. The Resolution which would adopt the proposed boundary change will be considered for approval on March 1, 2023, at 9:00 a.m., and public comment will be considered. Copies of the map showing the proposed boundary change and resulting Commissioner Districts may be examined in the office of the Clerk to the Board, 1150 O Street, Greeley, Colorado 80631. Written comments are welcome and must be received prior to March 1, 2023, in the office of the Clerk to the Board, 1150 O Street, Greeley, Colorado 80631. To ensure inclusion of email correspondence into the record, please send a copy to egesick@weldgov.com. Board of County Commissioners Weld County, Colorado Dated: January 26, 2023 Published: January 29, 2023, in the Greeley Tribune NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Prairie Mountain Media, LLC PUBLISHER'S AFFIDAVIT County of Weld State of Colorado The undersigned, Aaent , being first duly sworn under oath, states and affirms as follows: 1. He/she is the legal Advertising Reviewer of Prairie Mountain Media LLC, publisher of the Greeley Tribune. 2. The Greeley Tribune is a newspaper of general circulation that has been published continuously and without interruption for at least fifty-two weeks in Weld County and meets the legal requisites fora legal newspaper under Colo. Rev. Stat. 24-70-103. 3. The notice that is attached hereto is a true copy, published in the Greeley Tribune in Weld County on the following date(s): (SEAL) Jan 29. 2023 SHAYLA NAJERA NOTARY PUBLIC STATE OF COLORADO NOTARY ID 20174031965 MY COMMISSION EXPIRES July 31, 2025 Account: 1099690 Ad Number: 1951919 Fee: $11.50 EXHIBIT INVENTORY CONTROL SHEET Exhibit Submitted By A. Colleen Wetteland Tyler Page # Description Email of Concern, dated 2/23/2023 B. David Haining C.1 Barb Whinery League of Women C.2 Voters Email of Concern, dated 2/23/2023 Email of Inquiry with Response, dated 2/24/2023 Letter of behalf of LWV, dated 2/28/2023 Virginia Lightsey- D. Ceehorne Email of Concern, dated 2/24/2023; Hard copy delivered 2/27/2023 E. Beverly Wallace F. Jamie Jeffery G. Brian Johnson H. Carol Gustafson Letter of Concern, dated 2/24/2023 Letter of Concern, received 2/24/2023 Email of Support, dated 2/25/2023 Email of Concern, dated 2/25/2023 Beverly Wallace Letter of Concern, received 2/27/2023 J. Sandy Magnuson K. Kathleen Ensz Email of Inquiry, dated 2/25/2023 Email of Concern, received 2/26/2023; Hard copy delivered 2/27/2023 L. Erik Staub Email of Concern, dated 2/26/2023 M. Ben Hemphill N. Paulette Dolin Email of Concern, dated 2/26/2023 Email of Concern, dated 2/27/2023 O. Patricia Bruner Email of Concern, dated 2/27/2023 P. Dallas Bruner Email of Concern, dated 2/27/2023 Q. Loretta Scott Email of Concern, dated 2/27/2023 R. Maydean Worley S. Lloyd Worley Email of Concern, dated 2/27/2023 Email of Concern, dated 2/27/2023 T. Jo D Fowler Email of Concern, dated 2/27/2023 Becky Sararik, City U. of Greeley Email of Inquiry, dated 2/27/2023 2023-0574 Ann la Plante, V. Attorney Christina and W. Thomas Henson Email of Concern, dated 2/27/2023 Email of Concern, dated 2/27/2023 X. Jeri Shepherd Y. Lynn Stockton Z. Sam Johnson Email of Concern, dated 2/28/2023 Email of Concern, dated 2/28/2023 Email of Concern, dated 2/28/2023 AA. Alyssa Sanchez AB. Jaiden Krause Email of Concern, dated 2/28/2023 Email of Concern, dated 2/28/2023 AC. Sasha Krause Email of Concern, dated 2/28/2023 AD. Scott Lang AE. Ashley Franz AF. Chayn Lush AG. Duane Roller Email of Concern, dated 2/28/2023 Email of Concern, dated 2/28/2023 Email of Concern, dated 2/28/2023 Email of Concern, dated 2/28/2023 AH. Rodrigo Mendez Al. Krista Lidiak Email of Concern, dated 2/28/2023 Email of Concern, dated 2/28/2023 AJ. Nancy Miller AK. Rachel Perez Email of Concern, dated 2/28/2023 Email of Concern, dated 2/28/2023 AL. Janis Hinojosa AM. Patricia Waak Email of Concern, dated 2/28/2023 Email of Concern, dated 2/28/2023 AN. Jerry Kauffman AO. LuEllen Casler Email of Concern, dated 2/28/2023 Email of Concern, dated 2/28/2023 AP. Ellen DeLorenzo Email of Concern, dated 2/28/2023 AQ. Richard Grimaud Email of Concern, dated 2/28/2023 AR. Lucy Thames AS. Beth Ellis Email of Concern, dated 2/28/2023 Email of Concern, dated 2/28/2023 AT. Jean Labus Email of Concern, dated 2/28/2023 AU. Russ Gorham Email of Concern, dated 2/28/2023 2023-0574 AV. Mark Matthews Email of Concern, dated 2/28/2023 AW. Leisl Athen Email of Concern, dated 2/28/2023 AX. Jackie Eubank Email of Concern, dated 2/28/2023 AY. Thomas Butler Email of Concern, dated 2/28/2023 AZ. Christina Kauffman Email of Concern, dated 2/28/2023 BA. Jennifer Roe Email of Concern, dated 2/28/2023 BB. Aisha Gallion Email of Concern, dated 3/1/2023 BC. Katherine Glenn Email of Concern, dated 3/1/2023 BD. Joanna Lewis Email of Concern, dated 3/1/2023 BE. Beverly Wallace Proposed Maps and Data BF. BG. BH. BI. BJ. BK. BL. BM. BN. BO. BP. BQ. BR. BS. BT. 2023-0574 Dear Ester Gesick, Esther Gesick From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Attachments: Hello Ms. Wetteland, Esther Gesick Thursday, February 23, 2023 5:35 PM Colleen W Carly Koppes; Rudy Santos; Esther Gesick RE: redistricting 20230264 - First Public Hearing.pdf; Proposed BOCC Boundary Map.pdf z EXHIBIT ist Thank you for your communication. It will be included in the record as an Exhibit for the Commissioners to review. For purposes of information, I've attached a copy of the initial public notice and hearing that was held on January 23, 2023, as well as the notice and pending documentation for the upcoming public hearing to be held on March 1, 2023, which you are welcome to attend and voice any concerns. By copy on this message am also providing your comments to the Clerk and Recorder, Carly Koppes, who will be able to answer any questions you may have regarding this process. Sincere Regards, Esther E. Gesick Clerk to the Board 1150 O Street/ P.O. Box 758/ Greeley, CO 80632 tel: (970) 400-4226 Confidentiality Notice: 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 s 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 than the named recipient is strictly prohibited. From: Colleen W <cwetteland51@gmail.com> Sent: Thursday, February 23, 2023 5:12 PM To: Esther Gesick <egesick@weld.gov> Subject: redistricting itct �y�e i t' rt Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. I am appalled to learn of your and the county commissioners disobeying the law and trying to redistrict Weld county on the sly! I am totally opposed to your efforts and blatant misuse of your positions!!! Sincerely, Colleen Wetteland 1 Esther Gesick From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Attachments: Hello Mr. Haining, Esther Gesick Friday, February 24, 2023 10:34 AM The Hainings Esther Gesick; Carly Koppes; Rudy Santos; Bruce Barker; Karin McDougal; Matthew Conroy RE: Weld County Redistricting 20230264 - First Public Hearing.pdf; Proposed BOCC Boundary Map.pdf Thank you for your communication. It will be included in the record as an Exhibit for the Commissioners to review. For purposes of information, I've attached a copy of the initial public notice and hearing that was held on January 23, 2023, as well as the notice and pending documentation for the upcoming public hearing to be held on March 1, 2023, which you are welcome to attend and voice any concerns. By copy on this message I am also providing your comments to the Clerk and Recorder, Carly Koppes, who will be able to answer any questions you may have regarding this process. Sincere Regards, Esther E. Gesick Clerk to the Board 1150 O Street/ P.O. Box 758/ Greeley, CO 80632 tel: (970) 400-4226 Confidentiality Notice: 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 than the named recipient is strictly prohibited. From: The Hainings <thehainings@comcast.net> Sent: Thursday, February 23, 2023 7:44 PM To: Esther Gesick <egesick@weld.gov> Subject: Weld County Redistricting Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Hello, I recently accidently became aware of the Weld County Redistricting process that is not being managed under the laws of Colorado. I have not seen any discussion in the Greeley Tribune about the process or the request for public input. I am requesting that the decision on redistricting be delayed until proper public hearings are conducted and an independent commission be put in place to fairly divide the districts. 1 EXHIBIT Esther Gesick From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Good morning, Barbara, Esther Gesick Friday, February 24, 2023 10:49 AM Barbara Whinery Esther Gesick; Carly Koppes; Rudy Santos; Bruce Barker; Karin McDougal; Matthew Conroy RE: Weld County Redistricting Information Is .0 . 0 a When you arrive, there will be an Attendance list for you to sign, which simply helps the Clerk spell your name correctly for the Minutes. If you have prepared written comments that you want included in the record, you are welcome to submit them ahead of time, or you may provide a copy to the County Attorney when you get up to speak. Members of the public are allowed three minutes to address a topic, so depending on the length of your written statement, you may need to summarize, with the understanding that the Board can read your entire statement if provided ahead of time. Additionally, allowing more time is at the discretion of the Chair if there are follow-up or clarifying questions from the Board. Please let me know if you have any additional questions. Regards, Esther E. Gesick Clerk to the Board 1150 OStreet /P.O. Box 758IGreeley, CO 80632 tel: (970) 400-4226 Confidentiality Notice: This electron c 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 than the named recipient is strictly prohibited. From: Barbara Whinery <blwhinery@comcast.net> Sent: Friday, February 24, 2023 10:07 AM To: Esther Gesick <egesick@weld.gov> Subject: Re: Weld County Redistricting Information Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Hi Esther, I have two questions: 1 How long do speakers have to testify on the proposed Weld County Commissioners map? Do you need a physical copy of our testimony in the office before the meeting or is an email one sufficient? Thank you, Barb Whinery On Feb 17, 2023, at 10:05 AM, Esther Gesick <egesick@weld.gov>wrote: Pease send the proposed map and other materials associated with the redrawn lines to me. Esther Gesick From: Sent: To: Subject: Attachments: Categories: Barbara Whinery <blwhinery@comcast.net> Tuesday, February 28, 2023 3:11 PM Esther Gesick LWV Greeley -Weld County Testimony for March 1-BOCC LWV GW Weld County BOCC Tesitmony.pdf Red Category Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Hi Esther, Attached is the LWV Greeley -Weld County Testimony for the March 1, 2023 meeting of the Board of County Commissioners. Please include it in the materials for the meeting tomorrow. Thank you for your attention in this matter. Sincerely, Barb Whinery, LWV GW Spokeswoman 1 LWV Greeley -Weld County Public Testimony Weld County Commissioners Redistricting February 28, 2023 Barbara L. Whinery, LWV Greeley -Weld County 235 North 49' Avenue Place Greeley, Co 80634 970-396-5184 blwhinery@comcast.net To The Board of Weld County Commissioners: As spokeswoman of the League of Women Voters Greeley -Weld County, I am submitting this testimony on their behalf. I am speaking to you today regarding the 2023 proposed Weld County Commissioner redistricting mao. The League of Women Voters Greeley -Weld County has been an active, nonpartisan organization in Weld County for over 63 years. We believe that democratic government depends on citizen's informed and active participation in government and requires that governmental bodies give adequate notice of proposed actions, holding open meetings and making public records accessible. We support an open government that is representative, accountable, and responsive to citizens. Our positions and stances on issues, in particular, redistricting are adopted after a long study and consensus process, both nationally and locally. According to our LWV Impact on Issues: A Guide to Public Policy Positions (2020-22, p. 35) the standards on which any redistricting plan should be judged must include the following: • Enforceability in court. • Requires substantially equal population, geographic contiguity, and effective representation of racial and linguistic minorities between districts. • Provides for (to the extent possible): promotion of partisan fairness, preservation, and protection of "communities of interest" and respect for boundaries of municipalities and counties. • Compactiess and competitiveness may also be considered as criteria, as long as they do not conflict with the previous criteria. • Protection of incumbents and preferential treatment for a political party through consideration of party affiliation, voting history and candidate residence are explicitly prohibited. We believe that any partisan considerations or gerrymandering distorts and undermines representative democracy and runs counter to equal and fair voting rights for all. The League of Women Voters of the United States, Colorado and Greeley -Weld County are all in alignment with the redistricting processes outlined and adopted in 2018 t passage of Amendments Y & Z to the Colorado Constitution by an affirmative vote of 71%. In addition, the state law passed by the Colorado Legislature, HB21-1047 County Commissioner District Gerrymandering, has outlined the same process for county redistricting in Colorado, especially for Arapahoe, El Paso and Weld Counties. The League of Women Voters of Greeley -Weld County has serious concerns that standards, criteria, and processes outlined in the Colorado Constitution and HB 21-1047 were not followed by the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) in the development of the proposed redistricting map, Exhibit A. It is a major conflict of interest to have the BOCC draw the map that impacts their jurisdictions. An independent entity or citizens oversight commission should have been included in the process. We also believe the following areas are not in compliance with state law: Transparency/Access: Dissemination of information about the development process for the proposed redistricting map was not widely publicized nor were Weld County citizens educated about the map and adoption process. It was difficult to find any information on the County website, and Weld Count citizens were not adequately informed regarding the process for providing input and submitting proposed redistricting maps for consideration. Processes: • Three proposed maps are required. Only one map was submitted for approval and review by the voters. • Keep "communities of interest" together, Greeley, a "community of interest" was divided into three sectors, thus neither urban nor rural/agricultural voters can be fairly represented by one commissioner. A third of Greeley is paired with a rural area of Weld County. • Multiple opportunities for input. Hearing times were not widely publicized. Adequate time was not given for residents to provide written or oral input on the map. Only two hearings were planned prior to map approval. • Minority groups (racial, ethnic, and language) must be represented. Minority groups were not adequately provided representation in one district as other communities, like city, county boundaries or regional ones. • Competitive districts. All three County Commissioner districts in the proposed map have 55%+ Republican voters. If a cities/regions map was drawn as a "community of interest", the Greeley/Evans District would be more competitive at Republican (50.56% and Democrats 44.71%) See a sample Weld County redistricted map for cities/regions: https://davesredistricting.org/ioin171 fd61 a3-5638-4d67-b020-4cb1 e2785967 2 Map Proposal: • The map itself was not accompanied by any explanation describing the criteria used to develop the map and who developed it. • The map did not clearly identify the three specific County Commissioner districts or why several precincts were moved from one district to another. • An up -close map of the Greeley area was not provided so people could clearly see the definition of the three County Commissioner district lines. • Significant towns and cities in the county were identified on the published map. • The "official" redistricting map is only available for personal viewing in the Clerk to the County Commissioner's office. • Public comments about the map and name of the resident submitting those comments have not been made available to the public There are other problematic issues, however these are a few that we identified and believe are most relevant. It is for these reasons that the League of Women Voters Greeley -Weld County strongly oppose the adoption of the current proposed map. We recommend a new map for Weld County residents be drawn using the state law (HB21-1047) as well as standards and best practices for redistricting with a transparent process to produce a map that is more competitive, equitable, and fair for all voters. Every person deserves to be part of the process and know their vote counts; this is the right thing to do for the citizens of Weld County. Thank you for your attention today. Sincerely, torcL.� Barbara L. Whinery LWV Greeley -Weld County Spokeswoman 3 24FEB2D23 TO: Clerk of the E3oarc Esther Gesick f:ROM: 'v'irgini�a _ig tsey-Ceehc rn Dear Clerk of Me Board. EXHIBIT RECEIVED FEB 2 7 1023 WELD COUNTY COMMISSIONERS I am writing in regards to the Weld County Commissioners proposed redistricting boundaries. The map that the Board of Weld County Commissioners proposes is nearly exactly the same as the current map we operate under now. with the boundaries that have been in place since the last redistricting with the exception of changing 3 precincts in the lower west side of Weld. In esser cue, County Commissioners are choosing their voters instead of voters choosing their candidates. Greeley is divided up into three sections. diluting any influence entirely. The main majority population center of Greeley will continue to be controlled by the minority rural red populations. Their current and proposed maps favor republicans by 55%. Communities of interest are being ignored. By this gerrymandering, only Republican candidates will ever be able to vin ai seat on the Board of County Commissioners; and Independent., Democratic and minority voices are silenced This has been the case for probably the last 50 years.: and they want to use the ,3ane map, despite the double digit percentage of growth in Weld Counter, particularly Greeley and other more urban population centers. They plan on carving up the Carbon Valley. and split mar y other communities which makes no sense except to preserve Republican advantage. The Weld County Commissioners are out of compliance with the new stale law 132'1-1047 — County Commissioner Districts Gerrymandering. Being a home rule charter. does not mean we are free as a county. to circumvent: state laws and do whatever, yet that seems to be :low the Weld County Commissioners :are interpreting it. Our home rule charter does stipulate that the wards be equal in size. Some of the wards/districts in the proposed map are thousands more than others. I am pleading that the Commissioners take into account ALL constituents in the redistricting map. Sincerely', Virginia Li .lhts y-Ceehorr`.e Greeley resident since 1975 Virginia Lightsey-Ceehorne 3135 58th Ave Greeley, Co W634-8501 I From: Esther Gesick To: Beverly Wallace Cc: Esther Gesick; Crly owes; Rudy Santos; Bruce Barker: Karin McDo oa(; Matthew Conroy Subject: RE: Response to Redistricting maps Date: Fnday, February 24, 2023 11:27:08 AM Attachments: 'maoeool.onq imaoeoo2.ong Unaae003.ong imaoeo04,onq Hello Beverly, Thank you for your communication. It will be included in the record as an Exhibit for the Commissioners to review, so you will be able to reference it when you speak at the upcoming public hearing to be held on March 1, 2023. By copy on this message I am also providing your comments to the Clerk and Recorder's Office. Please let me know if I can be of any further assistance. Sincere Regards, Esther E. Gesick Clerk to the Board 1150 O Street( P.O. Box 758; G eeley, CO 80632 tel: (970) 400-4226 Confidentiality Notice: This electronic-rarsmission 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 ary attachments by anyone other than the named recipient is strictly prohibibd. From: Beverly Wallace <assetara@aol.com> Sent: Friday, February 24, 2023 10:24 AM To: Esther Gesick <egesick@weld.gov> Subject: Response to Redistric-ing maps Caution: This email originated ton outside of Weld Count) Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe Weld County Board of Commissioner's Office r Esther Gesick, Clerk to the Board 1150 O St. PO Box 758 Greeley, CO 80631 Dear Board of County Commissioners and Ms Geisick: I do understand that the redistricting process is a thankless job and your chances of making people overjoyed with enthusiasm on this is, well a fantasy. That being said, I take real exception to how the redistricting was handled and what the outcome looks like. The map is virtually unchanged from the last map currently in place, despite the double-digit percentage increase in the County in the last decade. In addition, the Board is not in compliance with State Law, HB21-1047 - (County Commissioner Districts Gerrymandering) - in conducting the redistricting process. I do understand we are a home rule charter, but I do not think that means as a county we can circumvent state law and do whatever. If you are unfamiliar with the law, I have here provided a summary: This is a summary of what the state law, HB21-1047 says about county commissioner redistricting. The act establishes the process used by county commissioner redistricting commissions (commissions) to divide counties that have any number of their county commissioners not elected by the voters of the whole county into county commissioner districts. In these counties, the act: • Recommends the establishment of independent county commissioner redistricting commissions and provides criteria to consider when creating these independent commissions; • Requires the commissions to hold multiple hearings, either online or throughout the relevant counties, that are broadcast and stored online and comply with state statutes regarding open meetings; • Requires the commissions to provide the opportunity for public involvement by providing the ability to propose and comment on plans and to testify at commission hearings: • Prohibits improper communication between a member of a commission and the staff of a commission or a member of an advisory committee: • Mandates that paid lobbying of the commissions be disclosed to the secretary of state by the lobbyist; • Establishes prioritized factors for the commissions to use in drawing districts, including federal requirements, the preservation of communities of interest and political subdivisions, and maximizing the number of competitive districts; • Prohibits the commissions from approving a plan if it has been drawn for the purpose of protecting one or more incumbent members, or one or more declared candidates, of the board of county commissioners, or any political party. and codifies current federal law and related existing federal requirements prohibiting plans drawn for the purpose of or that results in the denial or abridgement of a person's right to vote or electoral influence on account of a person's race, ethnic origin, or membership in a protected language group: • Requires the commissions to approve a redistricting plan and specifies the date by which a final plan must be adopted by the board of county commissioners; and • Specifies that the staff of each commission or an advisory committee will draft no less than 3 plans. The act allows counties to complete the establishment, revision, or alteration of county commissioner districts by September 30 of the second odd -numbered year following a census, rather than the first odd -numbered year following a census. The act also ensures that, if the redistricting of county commissioner districts excludes the residence of a county commissioner from the district the commissioner represents, the commissioner may continue to hold the office of county commissioner until his or her term expires. The act aligns the redistricting population data used to establish county commissioner districts with the redistricting population data used to establish congressional districts, state house of representative districts, and state senate districts. The act also requires that, in a county where any number of county commissioners are not elected by the voters of the whole county and the board of county commissioners refers a measure to the voters of the county to change the method of electing county commissioners. the referred measure must provide at least 2 different methods of electing county commissioners. Finally, the act repeals anachronistic county precinct size rules and allows county clerk and recorders to redraw precincts less often. From the information sent to me by Ms. Gesick, and from what was presented at the League of Woman voters presentation, clearly the process and outcome of your redistricting plan is not in compliance with state law, as highlighted above, nor does it seem to be in line with your own perimeters. I am particularly disturbed by the lack of transparency, and the exclusion of coniiunities of interest being considered, as well as that there clearly appears to be no independent commission involved. This map is not competitive. In addition, our own home rule charter says the ward/districts need to be nearly the same size in population as possible. I do not know what your threshold is for size discrepancy, (the congressional maps I believe were 750 more or less per district). A 2000 person and 1300 person discrepancy in size between districts is nowhere close to being the same and also doesn't seem to follow state examples. In essence, it appears that the County Commissioners are choosing their voters instead of voters choosing their commissioners. Greeley is divided into multiple sections diluting any influence entirely. Weld's main majority population center of Greeley will continue to be controlled by the minority rural populations. The tail wagging the dog so to speak. Communities of interest have been ignored. The proposed map is just a continuance of the gerrymandered districts of the past. Only Republican candidates will ever be able to win a seat on the commission, (analyzed to be at a 55% advantage) and Independent, Democratic and even minority voices are silenced, which is how it has been for probably more than 30 years. Weld is not the same as it was even ten years ago, increasing with double-digit percentage growth. Greeley in particularly, as well as other more urban population centers. What you have presented in no way reflects this change nor will it be a viable ward/district map that will accommodate the future. I do not see a process for submitting alternative maps but you must put forth at least 3. Please advise on how we can submit alternative maps and the process involved. You have nothing on your website, and all of this process has been very covert. I also do not see a process for an open forum for discussion on counter redistricting proposals or additional maps and comments that will come to you. Overall, I am rather disturbed by how the redistricting is being handled. I plan to be at the meeting on March 1't. Sincerely, Beverly B. Wallace 2207 45th Avenue Greeley assetara aaol.com 970-339-5447 Jamie Jeffery 339 Valley Ave Lochbuie CO 80603 "em :osueiettervOamaii.com 208.724.7674 Weld County Commissioner's Office Esther Gesick, Clerk :c the Board 1150OSt PO Box 758 Greeley CO 80631 Thursday, February 23, 2023 RECEIVED FEB 2 4 2023 WELD COUNTY COMMISSIONERS I am writing to you concerning the proposed redistricting in Weld County. As a registered voter in Weld County, as well as an elected official, I was shocked to learn tonight that this was happening. / have not received ANY information about the redistricting! That is NOT acceptable! I spent some time tonight on the Weld County Commissioner's website, and I could not find any pertinent information aoout the redistricting, either. I definitely was not able to find a map. One key question that I have is which of Weld County's many towns are most negatively affected by the current delineation of districts? Here are several concerns: • There seems 'c be a lack of transparency and communication. • There was no public meeting in my area of the County that I received notification of or invitation to. • Where is the map available to review? • If there have been any public meetings, where were they publicized and who got invited? • What process was used in developing the new proposed districts? I have many more concerns, and I am sure I would have more questions once I get the answers to these questions. I hope that our Commissioners will follow the letter of the law as they move forward with the redistricting process. Thank you. Sincerely, amie Jeffery was.P-66-ealet EXHIBIT IF Esther Gesick From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Attachments: Hello Jamie, Esther Gesick Friday, February 24, 2023 4:58 PM Jamie Sue Jeffery Carly Koppes; Rudy Santos; Esther Gesick; Bruce Barker; Karin McDougal; Matthew Conroy RE: Letter Regarding Redistricting 20230264 - First Public Hearing.pdf; Proposed BOCC Boundary Map.pdf; Letter_BOCC District Boundaries_ Jamie Jeffery 022423.pdf I just wanted to confirm I received the letter you dropped off, and I assume it is a duplicate of the digital version that I was unable to access earlier. Thank you for your comments. They will be included in the record as Exhibit F (attached) for the Commissioners to review. For purposes of information, I've also attached a copy of the initial public notice and hearing that was held on January 23, 2023, as well as the notice and pending documentation for the upcoming public hearing to be held on March 1, 2023, which you are welcomed to attend and voice any concerns. By copy on this message I am also providing your comments to the Clerk and Recorder, Carly Koppes, who will be able to answer any questions you may have regarding this process. Sincere Regards, Esther E. Gesick Clerk to the Board 1150 O Street/ P.O. Box 758/ Greeley, CO 80632 tel: (970) 400-4226 Confidentiality Notice: This electron c 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 than the named recipient is strictly prohibited. From: Jamie Sue Jeffery <jamiesuejeffery@gmail.com> Sent: Thursday, February 23, 2023 7:58 PM To: Esther Gesick <egesick@weld.gov> Subject: Letter Regarding 3edistricting Caution: This email origina-Ed from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Good evening. Please see my attached letter regarding the proposed restricting of our County Commissioner Districts. Thank you, 1 Jamie PSI 2.23.23 WCC Letter Signed.pdf 2 Esther Gesick From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Hello Mr. Johnson, Esther Gesick Monday, February 27, 2023 11:38 AM Brian Johnson Esther Gesick; Carly Koppes; Rudy Santos; Bruce Barker; Karin McDougal; Matthew Conroy RE: Redistricting EXHIBIT G Your correspondence has been received and will be included in the public record as an Exhibit for the Commissioners to review. Thank you, Esther E. Gesick Clerk to the Board 1150 O Street/P.O. Box 758 I Greeley, CO 80632 tel: (970) 400-4226 Confidentiality Notice: 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 returr e-mail and destroy the communication. Any disclosure, copying, distribution or the taking of any action concerning the contents of this communication or any attach ments by anyone other than the named recipient is strictly prohibited. From: Brian Johnson <bdj0911@gmail.com> Sent: Saturday, February 25, 2023 10:25 AM To: Esther Gesick <egesick@weld.gov> Subject: Redistricting Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. I support the proposed commissioner redistricting plan. Brian D. Johnson 4232 W. 30`h St. Rd. Greeley, CO 80634 Sent from Mail for Windows 1 Esther Gesick From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Hello Ms. Gustafson, Esther Gesick Monday, February 27, 2023 11:43 AM carol GUSTAFSON Carly Koppes; Rudy Santos; Bruce Barker; Karin McDougal; Matthew Conroy; Esther Gesick RE: Changes to commissioners' districts r EXHIBIT Thank you for your communication. It will be included in the record as an Exhibit for the Commissioners to review at the upcoming public hearing to be held on March 1, 2023, which you are also welcomed to attend and voice any concerns. By copy on this message I am also providing your comments to Clerk and Recorder, Carly Koppes, who will be able to answer any questions you may have regarding this process. Sincere Regards, Esther E. Gesick Clerk to the Board 1150 O Street/ P.O. Box 7581 Greeley, CO 80632 tel: (970) 400-4226 Confidentiality Notice: 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 than the named recipient is strictly prohibited. From: carol GUSTAFSON <greality@comcast.net> Sent: Saturday, February 25, 2023 11:53 AM To: Esther Gesick <egesick@weld.gov> Subject: Changes to commissioners' districts Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. I read with interest the article in the Tribune this morning. Weld County has changed a lot in the last decade and I feel our county commissioners should reflect that difference. Representation needs to be done fairly and I th nk there needs to be an independent group doing the redistricting. It makes no sense to have the people who can benefit from the boundary changes making that decision. Thank you, Carol Gustafson (lifelong Weld County resident and taxpayer) 1 Weld County Board of Commissioner's Office Esther Gesick, Clerk to the Board 1150O St. PO Box 758 Greeley, CO 80631 RECEIVED FEB 2 7 2023 WELD COUNTY COMMISSIONERS EXHIBIT I el Dear Board of County Commissioners and Ms Geisick: I do understand that the redistricting process is a thankless job and your chances of making people overjoyed with enthusiasm on this is, well a fantasy. That being said, I take real exception to how the redistricting was handled and what the outcome looks like. The map is virtually unchanged from the last map currently in place, despite the double-digit percentage increase in the County in the last decade. In addition, the Board is not in compliance with State Law, HB21-1047 - (Count:} Commissioner Districts Gerrymandering) - in conducting the redistricting process. I do understand we are a home rule charter, but I do not think that means as a county we can circumvent state law and do whatever. If you are unfamiliar with the law, I have here provided a summary: This is a summary of what the state law, HB21-104 7 says about county commissioner redistricting. The act establishes the process used by county commissioner redistricting commissions (commissions) to divide counties that have any number of their county commissioners not elected by the voters of the whole county into county commissioner districts. In these counties, the act: • Recommends the establishment of independent county commissioner redistricting commissions and provides criteria to consider when creating these independent commissions; • Requires the commissions to hold multiple hearings, either online or throughout the relevant counties, that are broadcast and stored online and comply with state statutes regarding open meetings; • Requires the commissions to provide the opportunity for public involvement by providing the ability to propose and comment on plans and to testify at commission hearings; • Prohibits improper communication between a member of a commission and the staff of a commission or a member of an advisory committee; • Mandates that paid lobbying of the commissions be disclosed to the secretary of state by the lobbyist; stalihs ?es prioi'itrzeii factors for the ;commissionss to Luse in drawing districts, including federal requirenlenta, the preservation of comniunihies ofinterest'and political subdivisions, and inaxrmizrng thejnumber of competitive districts,` Pioliih s the comrnissrons fi om a proving a plan�iffrt has been -drawn for -,the purpose of protectt�ng one ,or ni re incumbent n embei s, or'yone AorG,i oie,'declaredtcandidates, of the hoar�of count ic' iomissioness, ;pr an�o "olitical`�'`art `, and codifies current federal law d... , Yh�t3� � Yp p� Y and related existing federal requirements prohibiting plans drawn for the purpose of or that results in the dental of abridgement of a person's right to vote or electoral influence on account of a person's race, ethnic origin, or membership in a protected language group, Requires the commissions to approve a redistricting plan and specifies the date by which a final plan must be adopted by the board of county commissioners, and Specifies that the staff of each, commission or an advisofy cgmmrttee will'diraft no less than3Xplab's The act allows counties to complete the establishment, revision, or alteration of county commissioner districts by September 30 of the second odd -numbered year following a census, rather than the first odd -numbered year following a census The act also ensures that, if the redistricting of county commissioner districts excludes the residence of a county commissioner from the district the commissioner represents, the commissioner may contmue to hold the office of county commissioner until his or hen term expires The act aligns the redistrictmg population data used to establish county commissioner districts with the redistricting population data used to establish congressional distracts, state house of representative districts, and state senate distracts The act also requires that, in a county where any number of county commissioners are not elected by the voters of the whole county and the board of county commissioners refers a measure to the voters of the county to change the method of electing county commissioners, the ieteired measure must provide at least 2 different methods of electing county commissioners Finally, the act repeals anachronistic county precinct size rules and allows county clerk and recorders to redraw precincts less often From the information sent to me by Ms Gesick, and from what was presented at the League of Woman voters presentation, clearly the process and outcome of your redistricting plan is not in compliance with state law, as highlighted above, nor does it seem to be in line with your own perimeters I am particularly disturbed by the lack of transparency, and the exclusion of communities of interest being considered, as well as that there clearly appears to be no mdependent commission mvolved This map is not competitive In addition, our own home rule charter says the ward/districts need to be nearly the same size in population as possible I do not know what your threshold is for size discrepancy, (the congressional maps I believe were 750 more or less per district) A 2000 person and 1300 person discrepancy in size between districts is nowhere close to being the same and also doesn't seem to follow state examples In essence, it appears that the County Commissioners are choosing then voters instead of voters choosing their commissioners Greeley is divided into multiple sections diluting any influence entirely Weld's inam majority population center of Greeley will continue to be controlled by the mini ity rural populations The tail wagging the dog so to speak Communities of mtei est have been ignored The proposed map is just a continuance of the gerrymandered districts of the past Only Republican candidates will ever be able to win a seat on the commission, (analyzed to be at a 55% advantage) and Independent, Democratic and even minority voices are silenced, which is how it has been for probably more than 30 years Weld is not the same as it was even ten years ago, increasing with double-digit percentage growth, Greeley in particularly, as well as other more urban population centers What you have presented in no way reflects this change nor will it be a viable ward/district map that will accommodate the future I do not see a process for submitting alternative maps but you must put forth at least 3 Please advise on how we can submit alternative maps and the process involved You have nothing on your website, and all of this process has been very covert I also do not see a process for an open forum for discussion on counter redistricting proposals or additional maps and comments that will come to you Overall, I am rather disturbed by how the iedrstricting is being handled I plan to be at the meetmg on March I' Sincerely, Beverly B Wallace 2207 45th Avenue Greeley assetara@aolcom 970-339-5447 _6 A tidc 9kQ1 c .2111p-3_ Esther Gesick From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Hello Sandy, Esther Gesick Monday, February 27, 2023 4:50 PM Sandy Magnuson Esther Gesick; Carly Koppes; Rudy Santos; Bruce Barker; Karin McDougal; Matthew Conroy RE: Redistricting meeting to A 2 EXHIBIT Thank you for your inquiry. The item will be listed as a public hearing following the conclusion of the regular Board meeting, and members of the public will be allowed three (3) minutes to speak. If written comments are submitted, they will be included in the public record as an Exhibit for the Commissioners to review. The Agenda is still being prepared; however, you may use the following link to access the Agenda once published, or watch the meeting via Livestream if you are unable to attend in person. https://www.weld.gov/Government/Departments/Commissioners/Public-Meetings/Commissioner-Agendas-and- M i n utes Please let me know if I can be of any further assistance. Regards, Esther E. Gesick Clerk to the Board 1150 O Street'P.O. Box 758'Greeley, CO 80632 tel: (970) 400-4226 Confidentiality Notice: 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 than the named recipient is strictly prohibited. From: Sandy Magnuson <sandy.magnuson@gmail.com> Sent: Saturday, February 25, 2023 1:45 PM To: Esther Gesick <egesick@weld.gov> Subject: Redistricting meeting Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Hello Would you tell me how much time is allocated for the redistricting meeting on Wednesday? Thank you. Sandy Magnuson 1 EXHIBIT K RECtiVtU FEB 27 2023 WELD COUNTY COMMISSIONERS Date: 2/26/23 To: mfreeman weld.gov, siames(weld.gov, lsaine weld.gov, kross@weld.qov, pbuc k(d≥weld.gov, k-ordcweid.gov, egesick@weid.gov, jf1nchweld.gov, ckoppesAweld nov Subject: Redistricting Weld County Board of Commissioners, As a concerned citizen, resident, taxpayer and regular voter of Greeley and Weld County, I find myself very disappointed in the Board of Commissioners' process and product in redistricting in the county. The Board seems to show contempt for the law (HB21 -1 047) which requires transparency and fairness and aims to combat gerrymandering. Information as to "public hearings" was limited to microprint in a far off corner of the paper. Only thanks to a more publicized meeting organized by the League of Women Voters did people have a chance to seek out information. The decades -long and continuing gerrymandering was proceeding largely behind closed doors. My expectations of Commissioners in creating new districts are that they would respect and obey the law (HB21 -1 047) which -- prohibits protecting incumbents -- preserves communities of interest, such as immigrant or minority communities --maintains whole communities such as a city or towns who share common histories and development -- creates competitive districts. The current division of districts does not answer to these criteria. The proposed map does no better and only perpetuates the unfairness and inequities in representation of our diverse populations in the county. Maps are being proposed that far better reflect fairness and the law. Hopefully, the Board will reconsider their redistricting map and not disregard reasonable and more fair and appropriate district boundaries. A responsible citizen, Kathleen Ensz Esther Gesick From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Hello Erik, EXHIBIT Esther Gesick Monday, February 27, 2023 5:00 PM Erik Staub; Hannah Staub Esther Gesick; Carly Koppes; Rudy Santos; Bruce Barker; Karin McDougal; Matthew Conroy RE: Proposed county commissioners districts Thank you for your communication. It will be included in the record as an Exhibit for the Commissioners to review at the upcoming public hearing to be held on March 1, 2023, which you are also welcome to attend and voice any concerns. By copy on this message I am also providing your comments to Clerk and Recorder, Carly Koppes, who will be able to answer any questions you may have regarding this process. Sincere Regards, Esther E. Gesick Clerk to the Board 1150 O Street I P.O. Box 758 I Greeley, CO 80632 tel: (970) 400-4226 Confidentiality Notice: 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 than the named recipient is strictly prohibited. Original Message From: Erik Staub <erikstaub@gmail.com> Sent: Sunday, February 26, 2023 11:45 AM To: Esther Gesick <egesick@weld.gov> Cc: Hannah Staub <hsstaub@gmail.com> Subject: Proposed county commissioners districts Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Your plan does not follow your own requirements or the states requirements for redistricting. You are trying to preserve your advantages by splitting up Greeley and giving the rural areas an advantage by diluting the more populous areas like Greeley. It seems obvious to me you want to keep all the commissioners in the Republican party and not representing unaffiliated or Democrats. This is Gerrymandering at its worst. Sent from my iPhone 1 Esther Gesick From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Hello Ben, Esther Gesick Monday, February 27, 2023 5:07 PM Ben Hemphill Esther Gesick; Carly Koppes; Rudy Santos; Bruce Barker; Karin McDougal; Matthew Conroy RE: Weld county redistricting comment EXHIBIT Thank you for your communication. It will be included in the record as an Exhibit for the Commissioners to review at the upcoming public hearing to be held on March 1, 2023, which you are also welcomed to attend and voice any concerns. By copy on this message I am also providing your comments to the Clerk and Recorder, Carly Koppes, who will be able to answer any questions you may have regarding this process. Sincere Regards, Esther E. Gesick Clerk to the Board 1150 O Street/ P.O. Box 758/ Greeley, CO 80632 tel: (970) 400-4226 Confidentiality Notice: 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 retu-n 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 than the named recipient is strictly prohibited. From: Ben Hemphill <bhemphill8@gmail.com> Sent: Sunday, February 26, 2023 4:58 PM To: Mike Freeman <mfreeman@weldgov.com>; Scott James <sjames@weldgov.com>; Lori Saine <Isaine@weldgov.com>; Kevin Ross <kross@weld.gov>; Perry Buck <pbuck@weldgov.com> Cc: Esther Gesick <egesick@weld.gov>; Karla Ford <kford@weld.gov>; Jennifer Finch <jfinch@weld.gov>; Carly Koppes <ckoppes@weld.gov> Subject: Weld county redistricting comment Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Dear Weld County Commissioners, I am writing to you today to express my concern regarding the redistricting of Weld County. As a member of the Erie Home Rule Charter Commission, I am working to add districts to Erie in a fair and just manner. However, I am troubled that Weld County is considering an unfair district plan. 1 It is my belief that fair representation is crucial to the success of any community. All citizens deserve equal representation and a voice in the decisions that affect their lives. When districts are drawn in a way that undermines the will of the people, it creates a sense of distrust and disenfranchisement that can have long-lasting effects on the community. As a Home Rule Charter Commissioner, I understand the importance of the democratic process and the need for transparency and fairness in all aspects of governance. It is imperative that the redistricting process in Weld County be conducted in a way that ensures equal representation and provides all citizens with a fair and equal voice. It is my belief that the proposed districts do not fairly represent the voters of Weld County. I urge you to take this matter seriously and to work towards a fair and just redistricting plan for Weld County. I urge you to create districts that are truly representative of its citizens and where every voice is heard and valued. Thank you for your attention to this matter. Regards, Ben Hemphill 2 Esther Gesick From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Hello Ms. Dolin, Esther Gesick Monday, February 27, 2023 5:15 PM Vida Dolin Carly Koppes; Rudy Santos; Esther Gesick; Bruce Barker; Karin McDougal; Matthew Conroy RE: Redistricting Thank you for your communication. It will be included in the record as an Exhibit for the Commissioners to review at the upcoming public hearing to be held on March 1, 2023, which you are also welcomed to attend and voice any concerns. By copy on this message I am also providing your comments to the Clerk and Recorder, Carly Koppes, who will be able to answer any questions you may have regarding this process. Sincere Regards, Esther E. Gesick Clerk to the Board 1150 O Street/P.O. Box 758lGreeley, CO 80632 tel: (970) 400-4226 Confidentiality Notice: This electrcnic 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 than the named recipient is strictly prohibited. From: Vida Dolin <pvdolin@gmail.com> Sent: Monday, February 27, 2023 7:29 AM To: Esther Gesick <egesick@weld.gov> Subject: Redistricting Caution: This email origina.Ed from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. I am writing because I am 3 concerned citizen who believes process matters in decision making. When information regarding redistricting is not readily available and announcements of meetings not widely shared to encourage diverse participation, I question the motives of those in power. Seems their main concern is staying in power, which maybe those people have convinced themselves means is best for Weld County. Voters across Colorado and in Weld County disagreed, yet there are elected officials in Weld who prefer to not follow voters choice for less partisan means of redistricting. They'd rather provoke lawsuits because the idea of giving representation to differing communities of interest is . Fill in the blank. I can only imagine the attitude of the Commissioners reinterpre-ing rules to benefit themselves instead of embracing an independent commission that likely would not gerrymandering to protect their seat. 1 I object to this "redrawn" map. It does not seem to adequately represent we the people whc live here. Weld County can't be better if it's leaders aren't responsive to change and count out people with the lines they draw. Respectfully, Paulette Dolin 2 Esther Gesick From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Attachments: Hello Ms. Bruner, Esther Gesick Monday, February 27, 2023 5:22 PM Patricia Bruner Carly Koppes; Rudy Santos; Esther Gesick; Bruce Barker; Karla Ford; Matthew Conroy RE: County Commissioner Redistricting RE: March 1, 2023 Untitled 35.pdf Thank you for your communication. It will be included in the record as an Exhibit for the Commissioners to review at the upcoming public hearing to be held on March 1, 2023, which you are also welcomed to attend and voice any concerns. By copy on this message I am also providing your comments to the Clerk and Recorder, Carly Koppes, who will be able to answer any questions you may have regarding this process. Sincere Regards, Esther E. Gesick Clerk to the Board 1150 O Street/P.O. Box 7581 Greeley, CO 80632 tel: (970) 400-4226 Confidentiality Notice: 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 returr e-mail and destroy the communication. Any disclosure, copying, distribution or the taking of any action concerning the contents of this communication or any attach ments by anyone other than the named recipient is strictly prohibited. From: Patricia Bruner <gif=ordwh2012@gmail.com> Sent: Monday, February 27, 2023 11:23 AM To: Scott James <sjames@weldgov.com>; Mike Freeman <mfreeman@weldgov.com>; Kevin Ross <kross@weld.gov>; Lori Saine <Isaine@weldgov.com>; Perry Buck <pbuck@weldgov.com>; Esther Gesick <egesick@weld.gov> Cc: Karla Ford <kford@weld.gov> Subject: County Commissioner Redistricting RE: March 1, 2023 Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. 1 To Whom It May Concern: February 27, 2023 I was born in Weld County, my father was born in Weld County in 1936, my grandfather was a wheat farmer in Weld County and once had a small holding in Keota until it dried up and blew away. My grandparents worked hard all of their lives and sacrificed so that my father could be the first member of his family to graduate from college. They never had two nickels to their names. As someone who comes from that background I am distressed that the newly proposed map for Weld County Commissioner Districts does not take communities of interest into account. The map, for all intents and purposes, has not changed perceptibly since the last census, even though Weld County itself has changed, demographically and population wise. The current map is not a fair reflection of those changes. Not only does it do a disservice to more urban areas by grouping them with rural areas, but it does a disservice to minority communities and folks like my grandparents. Having been a member of a family that relied on the weather and crops to make a living it seems to me that the people who eke out a living on the plains deserve a district and representation that focuses solely on them. The map, as drawn, does not reflect, nor does it serve these people and it does not reflect, nor does it serve the other diverse communities of interest in Weld County. I am also dissatisfied that there has been so little community outreach about this subject; until recently it has oeen difficult to find information regarding the redistricting. It is disturbing that we are so near the day that the final decision will be made, yet so few people have been involved. This should have been a community effort with opportunities for the residents of Weld County to have their voices heard. Information should have been widely disseminated to allow for full participation. This last week I called the number on the county website in order to access the mao. The staff was considerate and helpful, but after being transferred three times and having wa ted on the phone for almost fifteen minutes, I was unable to get access to the map... unless I came to the office in person. I do not believe that this is the correct manner to handle an issue that will decide the fate of our county for the next ten years. The process has not been transparent. Lastly, I am once again concerned that Weld does not believe that it needs to follow the law. The legal challenges that may arise from this situation will undoubtedly be financed through the public purse. As a taxpayer in Weld County it is clear to me that the solution to the legal challenges that may arise is to follow the law. I do not support a grandstanding effort made on my behalf. I ask that the final decision be postponed, that other maps be considered, that the full participation of the people of Weld County be encouraged and that this effort be transparent and fair. As it stands now it has not been transparent, nor has it been fair. Thank you for your consideration, Patricia Bruner 1607 12th Avenue Greeley, CO. 80631 Esther Gesick From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Hello Dallas, EXHIBIT Esther Gesick Monday, February 27, 2023 5:24 PM Dallas Bruner Carly Koppes; Rudy Santos; Esther Gesick; Bruce Barker; Karin McDougal; Matthew Conroy RE: County Commissioner Redistricting letter Thank you for your communication. It will be included in the record as an Exhibit for the Commissioners to review at the upcoming public hearing to be held on March 1, 2023, which you are also welcomed to attend and voice any concerns. By copy on this message I am also providing your comments to the Clerk and Recorder, Carly Koppes, who will be able to answer any questions you may have regarding this process. Sincere Regards, Esther E. Gesick Clerk to the Board 1150 O Street/ P.O. Box 758/Greeley, CO 80632 tel: (970) 400-4226 Confidentiality Notice: 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 than the named recipient is strictly prohibited. From: Dallas Bruner <brunerdallas@gmail.com> Sent: Monday, February 27, 2023 2:13 PM To: Scott James <sjames@weldgov.com>; Mike Freeman <mfreeman@weldgov.com>; Kevin Ross <kross@weld.gov>; Lori Saine <lsaine@weldgov.com>; Perry Buck <pbuck@weldgov.com>; Esther Gesick <egesick@weld.gov> Cc: Karla Ford <kford@weld.gov>; Jennifer Finch <jfinch@weld.gov> Subject: County Commissioner Redistricting letter Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Hello, Attached please find my letter RE: redistricting of county commissioner districts. Thank you, Dallas Bruner 1 Most high school civics students are taught the concept of "Taxation Without Representation" and how it was a formative complaint of the early colonies. But was there a missing chapter somewhere discussing the notion of "Taxation Minus Transparency and Evaluation"? Since becoming a Weld County resident twenty years ago only one political party has made the majority of decisions for everyone. It has been over twenty years since a Democrat held a commissioner's seat. Now, the proposed map , which will shape the landscape of public policy here for the next ten years, remains a mystery to the vast majority of people soon to be affected by its contents. Assuredly great care has been taken to maintain a certain status quo. Sadly, the needs of communities of interest in Weld County are rarely met. Considering the changing political implications of a growing population, it seems imperative that at least one Democrat have a fair chance to win a seat. The new map (you must appear in person to view it I was informed) will make that unlikely. Imagine a congressional body consisting of members of only one party. No dialogue. No oversight. Unquestioned decisions. Transparency invariably becomes an issue, as with the current redistricting process. It is the responsibility of the commissioners to make the redistricting efforts easily accessible to the public. Residents deserve to know what is transpiring with regard to district lines. Let's involve everyone in the democratic dialogue. Thank you, Dallas Bruner 1607 12th Avenue Greeley, CO. 80631 Esther Gesick From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Hello Ms. Scott, Esther Gesick Monday, February 27, 2023 5:27 PM Loretta Scott Carly Koppes; Rudy Santos; Esther Gesick; Bruce Barker; Karin McDougal; Matthew Conroy RE: Agenda item Mar 1 - Change in Boundary Lines of Commissioner Districts in Weld County, Colorado EXHIBIT Thank you for your communication. It will be included in the record as an Exhibit for the Commissioners to review at the upcoming public hearing to be held on March 1, 2023, which you are also welcomed to attend and voice any concerns. By copy on this message I am also providing your comments to the Clerk and Recorder, Carly Koppes, who will be able to answer any questions you may have regarding this process. Sincere Regards, Esther E. Gesick Clerk to the Board 1150 O Street J P.O. Box 758 'Greeley, CO 80632 tel: (970) 400-4226 Confidentiality Notice: 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 retu-n 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 than the named recipient is strictly prohibited. From: Loretta Scott <Iscott29@aol.com> Sent: Monday, February 27, 2023 11:47 AM To: Karla Ford <kford@weld.gov>; Kevin Ross <kross@weld.gov>; Mike Freeman <mfreeman@weldgov.com>; Perry Buck <pbuck@weldgov.com>; Scott James <sjames@weldgov.com>; Esther Gesick <egesick@weld.gov> Cc: Loretta Scott <Iscott29@aol.com> Subject: Agenda item Mar 1 - Change in Boundary Lines of Commissioner Districts in Weld County, Colorado Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Dear Sir or Madame, Attached is my letter regarding:Weld county Commissioners agenda item for March 1, 2023 agenda regarding Redistricting boundary lines are unfair for new census redistricting: Agenda item: Mar 1 - Change in Boundary Lines of Commissioner Districts in Weld County, Colorado. Sincerely yours, 1 Loretta Scott 5151 29th Street, Unit 2103 Greeley, CO 80634 619-8182129 Loretta Scott February 27, 2023 Weld County Commissioners 1150 "O"' Street Greeley, CO 80632 RE: Redistricting boundary lines are unfair for new census redistricting: Agenda item: Mar 1 - Change in Boundary Lines of Commissioner Districts in Weld County, Colorado Dear Weld County Commissioners: It has been brought to my attention that Weld County Commissioners are attempting to draw unfair redistricting boundaries, which is out of compliance with HB2I-1047 - County Commissioner Districts Gerrymandering. This law was passed to create fairness for representation in election of candidates for public service in the State of Colorado. It is imperative that Weld County Commissioners adhere to the intent and purpose of the State laws. Weld County Commissioners are not in compliance with most of the points in this law. I request that the Weld County Commissioners widely publish the proposed map for redistricting and schedule the required hearings for public input to support this law. The current map that the Board of Weld County Commissioners proposes is nearly exactly the same as the current map voters operate under now, with the boundaries that have been in place since the last redistricting with the exception of changing 3 precincts in the lower west side of Weld. County. The new law HB21-1047 provides that all voters should be able to choose candidates to represent their values and needs. Greeley is divided up into three sections, diluting any influence entirely. The main majority population center of Greeley will continue to be controlled by the minority rural populations. Current and proposed map districts favor Republicans by 55 percent. Communities of interest have been ignored, Your current published map unfairly gives advantage to Republican candidates who will likely be able to win a seat on the Board of County Commissioners. The Weld County Commissioner proposed plan seeks to carve up southern Weld County, and join it with northern Weld. This is not a community of interest. Stop this grab for power. Follow the law by publishing the required information needed by the public to create equitable boundaries. Schedule Loretta Political Letter to Weld County Commissioners RE- Redistricting 2-27-2023 XXX hearings to implement the intent of HB2I-1 047 which is voter participation and equality of rights, and opportunities. Sincerely yours, Loretta Scott 5151 29th Street, Unit 2103 Greeley, CO 80634 619-8182129 Below is a summary copy of HB2I -1 047 County Commissioner Districts Gerrymandering Concerning the drawing of voting districts by county governments. SESSION: 2021 Regular Session SUBJECTS: Elections & map; Redistricting Local Government BILL SUMMARY The act establishes the process used by county commissioner redistricting commissions (commissions) to divide counties that have any number of their county commissioners not elected by the voters of the whole county into county commissioner districts. In these counties, the act: Recommends the establishment of independent county commissioner redistricting commissions and provides criteria to consider when creating these independent commissions; Requires the commissions to hold multiple hearings, either online or throughout the relevant counties, that are broadcast and stored online and comply with state statutes regarding open meetings; Requires the commissions to provide the opportunity for public involvement by providing the ability to propose and comment on plans and to testify at commission hearings; Loretta Political Letter to Weld County Commissioners RE- Redistricting 2-27-2023 XXX Prohibits improper communication between a member of a commission and the staff of a commission or a member of an advisory committee; Mandates that paid lobbying of the commissions be disclosed to the secretary of state by the lobbyist; C Establishes prioritized factors for the commissions to use in drawing districts, including federal requirements, the preservation of communities of interest and political subdivisions, and maximizing the number of competitive districts; -; Prohibits the commissions from approving a plan if it has been drawn for the purpose of protecting one or more incumbent members, or one or more declared candidates, of the board of county commissioners, or any political party, and codifies current federal law and related existing federal requirements prohibiting plans drawn for the purpose of or that results in the denial or abridgement of a person & # 39's; right to vote or electoral influence on account of a person & # 39's; race, ethnic origin, or membership n a protected language group; Requires the commissions to approve a redistricting plan and specifies the date by which a final plan must be adopted by the board of county commissioners; and Specifies that the staff of each commission or an advisory committee will draft no less than 3 plans. The act allows counties to complete the establishment, revision, or alteration of county commissioner districts by September 30 of the second odd -numbered year following a census, rather than the first odd -numbered year following a census. The act also ensures that, if the redistricting of county commissioner districts excludes the residence of a county commissioner from the district the commissioner represents, the commissioner may continue to hold the office of county commissioner until his or her term expires. The act aligns the redistricting population data used to establish county commissioner districts with the redistricting population data used to establish congressional districts, state house of representative districts, and state senate districts. The act also requires that, in a county where any number of county commissioners are not elected by the voters of the whole county and the board of county commissioners refers a measure to the voters of the county to change the method of electing county commissioners, the referred measure must Loretta Political Letter to Weld County Commissioners RE- Redistricting 2-27-2023 XXX provide at least 2 different methods of electing county commissioners. Finally, the act repeals anachronistic county precinct size rules and allows county clerk and recorders to redraw precincts less often. (Note: This summary applies to this bill as enacted.) Loretta Political Letter to Weld County Commissioners RE- Redistricting 2-27-2023 XXX Esther Gesick From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Hello Ms. Worley, Esther Gesick Monday, February 27, 2023 5:30 PM Maydean Worley Carly Koppes; Rudy Santos; Esther Gesick; Bruce Barker; Karin McDougal; Matthew Conroy RE: 3rd Redistricting reading to be heard this Wednesday, March 1 Thank you for your communication. It will be included in the record as an Exhibit for the Commissioners to review at the upcoming public hearing to be held on March 1, 2023, which you are also welcomed to attend and voice any concerns. By copy on this message I am also providing your comments to the Clerk and Recorder, Carly Koppes, who will be able to answer any questions you may have regarding this process. Sincere Regards, Esther E. Gesick Clerk to the Board 1150 O Street/ P.O. Box 758/ Greeley, CO 80632 tel: (970) 400-4226 Confidentiality Notice: This electrcnic 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 than the named recipient is strictly prohibited. From: Maydean Worley <mamworl@gmail.com> Sent: Monday, February 27, 2023 11:56 AM To: Esther Gesick <egesick@weld.gov> Subject: 3rd Redistricting reading to be heard this Wednesday, March 1 Caution: This email origina ed from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Please make sure all commissioners get this message. Monday, Feb. 27, 2023 RE: Third Redistricting hearing to be held this coming Wednesday Dear Weld County Commissioners I oppose the redistricting matter being brought up this coming Wednesday by county commissioners. This matter must be postponed until an independent commission can determine voting boundaries using the latest population figures. Weld County Commissioners should abide by the new law (HB21-1047). The new law definitely does apply to Weld County. despite Weld being a home rule county. 1 I am not aware that an independent commission was established or that voters were informed properly about this matter. Hardly anyone in the county even knows two meetings were already held. All county voters should have received a letter in the mail about this matter or otherwise properly notified so they could help to inform a decision on such an important matter. Maydean Worley 1232 24th Avenue Court Greeley, Colorado 80634 970-356-3002 2 Esther Gesick From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Hello Mr. Worley, Esther Gesick Monday, February 27, 2023 5:32 PM me Iloydworley.com Carly Koppes; Rudy Santos; Esther Gesick; Bruce Barker; Karin McDougal; Mathew Conroy RE: Third Redistricting hearing to be held this coming Wednesday EXHIBIT s Thank you for your communication. It will be included in the record as an Exhibit for the Commissioners to review at the upcoming public hearing to be held on March 1, 2023, which you are also welcomed to attend and voice any concerns. By copy on this message I am also providing your comments to the Clerk and Recorder, Carly Koppes, who will be able to answer any questions you may have regarding this process. Sincere Regards, Esther E. Gesick Clerk to the Board 1150 O Street P.O. Box 7581 Greeley, CO 80632 tel: (970) 400-4226 Confidentiality Notice: 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 returr e-mail and destroy the communication. Any disclosure, copying, distribution or the taking of any action concerning the contents of this communication or any attach ments by anyone other than the named recipient is strictly prohibited. From: me Iloydworley.coni <me@lloydworley.com> Sent: Monday, February 27, 2023 12:33 PM To: Esther Gesick <egesick@weld.gov> Subject: Third Redistricting hearing to be held this coming Wednesday Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Please distribute this message to all commissioners. Monday, Feb. 27, 2023 RE: Third Redistricting hearing to be held this coming Wednesday Dear Weld County Commissiorers When redistricting, Weld County Commissioners must abide by the new Colorado law (HB21-1047). The Commissioners might thi-ik the new law does not apply to Weld County because Weld is a home rule county. Surprise! HB21-1047 does apply to Weld County. 1 Where is the independent commission the law requires? How were voters informed about this matter, as the law requires? Who even knows two meetings were already held? Why is the redistricting map being generally withheld from county residents by making it so difficult to access? Under these circumstances, I strongly oppose the redistricting matter being brought up this coming Wednesday by county commissioners. This matter must be postponed until state law requirements are met, meaning proper notification and the creation cf an independent commission to determine voting boundaries using the latest population figures. Lloyd Worley 1232 24th Avenue Court Greeley, Colorado 80634 970-356-3002 2 Esther Gesick From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Hello Jo D Fowler, Esther Gesick Monday, February 27, 2023 5:34 PM +19705184212@tmomail.net Carly Koppes; Rudy Santos; Esther Gesick; Bruce Barker; Karin McDougal; Matthew Conroy RE: Redistricting a EXHIBIT Thank you for your communication. It will be included in the record as an Exhibit for the Commissioners to review at the upcoming public hearing to be held on March 1, 2023, which you are also welcomed to attend and voice any concerns. By copy on this message I am also providing your comments to the Clerk and Recorder, Carly Koppes, who will be able to answer any questions you may have regarding this process. Sincere Regards, Esther E. Gesick Clerk to the Board 1150 OStreet /P.O. Box 758IGreeley, CO 80632 tel: (970) 400-4226 Confidentiality Notice: 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 than the named recipient is strictly prohibited. From: +19705184212@tmomail.net <+19705184212@tmomail.net> Sent: Monday, February 27, 2023 2:20 PM To: Esther Gesick <egesick@weld.gov> Subject: Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. As a citizen of weld county I feel the district lines should stay as they are ! Jo D Fowler 1 T • •Mobilee This message was sent to you by a i•Mobile wireless phone. 2 Esther Gesick From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Hello Becky, EXHIBIT Esther Gesick Monday, February 27, 2023 5:40 PM Becky Safarik Carly Koppes; Rudy Santos; Esther Gesick; Bruce Barker; Karin McDougal; Matthew Conroy RE: Redistricting Map Thank you for your comments. This message is to confirm they will be included in the record as an Exhibit for the Commissioners to review at the upcoming public hearing to be held on March 1, 2023, which you are also welcomed to attend and voice any concerns. By copy on this message I am also providing your comments to the Clerk and Recorder, Carly Koppes, who wil be able to answer any additional questions you may have. Have a nice evening, Sincere Regards, Esther E. Gesick Clerk to the Board 1150 O Street/P.O. Box 758/Greeley, CO 80632 tel: (970) 400-4226 Confidentiality Notice: This electrcnic 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 retu-n 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 than the named recipient is strictly prohibited. From: Becky Safarik <Becky.Safarik@Greeleygov.com> Sent: Monday, February 27, 2023 5:18 PM To: Esther Gesick <egesick@weld.gov> Cc: Rudy Santos <rsantos@weld.gov> Subject: RE: Redistricting Map Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Thanks Esther and Rudy....much easier to read! We have been forecasting our growth for the next 10 — 25 years and, based upon the plats coming in, etc. imagine we'll see dramatic growth north and south of US 34 bypass and business routes. Urban issues tend to be different that rural ones so the curiosity about the boundaries and the logic ii keeping Greeley's representation split in 3 districts. I appreciate the prompt response....as ever! Becky 1 City of 7-- --."44\ Greeley Rebecca L. Safarik Interim Community Development Director Community Development 1100 10th Street Greeley CO 80631 970.350.9786 I Becky.Safarik@greeleygov.com www.greeleygov.com From: Esther Gesick <egesick@weld.gov> Sent: Monday, February 27, 2023 4:41 PM To: Becky Safarik <Becky.Safarik@Greeleygov.com> Cc: Rudy Santos <rsantos@weld.gov>; Esther Gesick <egesick@weld.gov> Subject: [EXTERNAL] RE: Redistricting Map Hi Becky, I reached out to Rudy Santos, Deputy C&R, and he was able to provide the attached version. He also explained there were no changes to Greeley in the proposed plan, and you can also use the County property portal link below to zoom in/out on properties in Greeley and turn on the Election Layer. The Commissioner District is selected by default and one can select the Precinct option as well. https://www.co.weld.co.us/maps/propertyportal/ Rudy — I copied you on this response in hopes that you may be able to answer Becky's other questions offered below. Esther E. Gesick Clerk to the Board 1150 O Street/ P.O. Box 758/ Greeley, CO 80632 tel: (970) 400-4226 Confidentiality Notice: 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 than the named recipient is strictly prohibited. From: Becky Safarik <Becky.Safarik@Greeleygov.com> Sent: Monday, February 27, 2023 8:24 AM To: Esther Gesick <egesick@weld.gov> Subject: Redistricting Map 2 Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Hi Esther! Might I get a copy of the redistricting map? The version in the Trib was not easy to understand/interpret. Many thanks! Becky Sent from Mail for Windows 3 Esther Gesick From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Hello Ms. la Plante, Esther Gesick Monday, February 27, 2023 5:45 PM ann@annlaplantelaw.com Carly Koppes; Rudy Santos; Esther Gesick; Bruce Barker; Karin McDougal; Matthew Conroy RE: Commissioner Redistricting concerns Thank you for your communication. It will be included in the record as an Exhibit for the Commissioners to review at the upcoming public hearing to be held on March 1, 2023, which you are also welcomed to attend and voice any concerns. By copy on this message I am also providing your comments to the Clerk and Recorder, Carly Koppes, who will be able to answer any questions you may have regarding this process. Sincere Regards, Esther E. Gesick Clerk to the Board 1150 O Street/P.O. Box 758/Greeley, CO 80632 tel: (970) 400-4226 Confidentiality Notice: This electrcnic 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 than the named recipient is strictly prohibited. From: ann@annlaplantelaw.com <ann@annlaplantelaw.com> Sent: Monday, February 27, 2023 4:13 PM To: Mike Freeman <mfreeman@weldgov.com>; Scott James <sjames@weldgov.com>; Lori Saine <Isaine@weldgov.com>; Kevin Ross <kross@weld.gov>; Perry Buck <pbuck@weldgov.com> Cc: Esther Gesick <egesick@weld.gov>; Karla Ford <kford@weld.gov>; Jennifer Finch <jfinch@weld.gov>; Carly Koppes <ckoppes@weld.gov> Subject: Commissioner Redistricting concerns Caution: This email origina :Ed from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Dear Weld County Commissioners: I am writing regarding the plan for redistricting of the three Weld County Commissioner districts, which will be heard by the Weld County Board of County Commissioners on March 1, 2023. I have been a resident of and practicing attorney in Weld County for 38 years and a homeowner for 26 years. I reside in Commissioner District 2. I am very concerned about the process and the product. The process by which the three 1 districts were mapped out and initially heard by the County Commissioners in January was not well publicized and until recently, the map was not even available online. I plan on being at the hearing on March 1St and plan to testify. My major concern about the product is the continued division of the City of Greeley into par: of all three of the districts. That dilutes the power of the tax paying residents of Greeley, who constitute rougily one-third of the population of Weld County. Greeley is a recognized community of interest and continuing to divide up the City results in the residents of Greeley having no representation on the Board of Commissioners and limits the concern of the Commissioners for issues involving the City of Greeley. I believe that none of the Commissioners reside in the City. Having a rural and urban mix in all three districts continues to dilute the voting power of the residents of the City of Greeley and fails to honor the concept of a community of interest. I suggest that you restart the process and propose several maps for review and commentary by the constituents of Weld County. The proposed map is almost identical to the current map. Ann la Plante, Attorney at Law 1975 28th Avenue, Unit 46 Greeley, CO 80634 O: 970.304.9205//C: 970.539.1371 2 Esther Gesick From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Hello Mr. and Ms. Hensor, Esther Gesick Monday, February 27, 2023 5:49 PM CHRISTINA HENSON Carly Koppes; Rudy Santos; Esther Gesick; Bruce Barker; Karin McDougal; Matthew Conroy RE: Proposed Redistricting Map for Weld County by Commissioners b 5 EXHIBIT W Thank you for your communication. It will be included in the record as an Exhibit for the Commissioners to review at the upcoming public hearing to be held on March 1, 2023, which you are also welcomed to attend and voice any concerns. By copy on this message I am also providing your comments to the Clerk and Recorder, Carly Koppes, who will be able to answer any questions you may have regarding this process. Sincere Regards, Esther E. Gesick Clerk to the Board 1150 O Street) P.O. Box 758/ Greeley, CO 80632 tel: (970) 400-4226 Confidentiality Notice: 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 returr e-mail and destroy the communication. Any disclosure, copying, distribution or the taking of any action concerning the contents of this communication or any attacf ments by anyone other than the named recipient is strictly prohibited. From: CHRISTINA HENSON <chris_henson@comcast.net> Sent: Monday, February 27, 2023 5:12 PM To: Mike Freeman <mfreeman@weldgov.com>; Scott James <sjames@weldgov.com>; Kevin Ross <kross@weld.gov>; Perry Buck <pbuck@weldgov.com>; Lori Saine <Isaine@weldgov.com> Cc: Karla Ford <kford@weld.gov>; Esther Gesick <egesick@weld.gov>; Jennifer Finch <jfinch@weld.gov>; Carly Koppes <ckoppes@weld.gov> Subject: Proposed Redistricting Map for Weld County by Commissioners Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. We just became aware of the Weld County Commissioners proposed redistricting maps. We are very disappointed and alarmed by the commissions lack of transparency and distribution of very minimal information provided to all Weld County residents. The lack of process has resulted in inadequate time for residents to ask questions, digest information and give input into these maps. State Law (House Bill 21-1347) was put in place in Colorado in order to ensure fairness, accountability and a clearly defined process. Hiding behind the excuse (or loophole) around Weld County being a Home Rule County is not, in our 1 opinions, a valid reason not to educate/inform and encourage input and participation from the residents of Weld County about redistricting their communities. We want to strongly urge the Weld County Commissioners to draw maps that are fair and representative of the different communities that make up Weld County. Extending the deadline for input would be a good place to start and then setting up meetings, sending out flyers, talking with residents and encouraging them to attend your meetings might be a good place to start. We believe it is important to go out of your way to avoid any appearance of gerrymandering in our county. At this moment, the process you have chosen has been very questionable and we strongly urge you to reconsider it. Thank you for your attention to this very important matter. Respectfully submitted, Christina Henson and Thomas M. Henson 720.732.1923 1145 Zodo Avenue Erie, CO 80516 2 Esther Gesick From: Sent: To: Subject: Jeri Shepherd <jeri@sheplaw.comcastbiz.net> Tuesday, February 28, 2023 7:14 AM Mike Freeman; Scott James; Lori Saine; Kevin Ross; Perry Buck; Karla Ford; Esther Gesick; Jennifer Finch; Carly Koppes Redistricting Categories: Red Category Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. HB21-1047 lays out a framework for county redistricting. I am aware some believe Weld County is exempt because it is a home rule county. I urge you to rethink that idea; the law does not exempt home rule counties. Even if HB 21-1047 were not in existence, it would still be expected for Weld County to draw fair maps where the people select their elected officials and not the other way around. It is troubling as to the lack of notice given to the process. Being a home rule county does not exempt officials from keeping constituents in the loop. A postage sized stamp notice coupled with declining to publicize the actual proposed (until close to the last minute) map is not a way for people to feel they are represented. A previous county commissioner (who served at large) told us at least one time the he felt he did not represent people who lived in the city of Greeley. Not sure of his reasoning but that sentiment still seems to be part of county governance. I would hope that roughly 1/3 of the population of Weld County is not ignored in the drawing of the maps (the map that is drawn serve to split up Greeley). Since HB21-1047 is law, I would note the following: 1. At lest 3 proposed plans should be considered and pubicized to the public, 2. There needs to be more opportunities for the pubic to be heard (unfortunately, a meeting held during business hours does not suffice), 3. The drawers of the maps should actually consider what the public proposes. I regret I will not be able to join you in person. I do ask the Weld County Commissioners to slow down and actually implement due process under both the United States and Colorado Constitutions when drawing the maps. Thank you. Jeri D. Shepherd Attorney at Law 710 -11th Avenue, Suite L-15 (office) 1713 Fairacre Road (horse) Greeley, CO 80631 970.396.9493 jeri@sheplaw.comcastbiz.net (she, her, hers) 1 Esther Gesick From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Categories: Lynn Stockton <lesis2mor@hotmail.com> Tuesday, February 28, 2023 8:29 AM Mike Freeman; Scott James; Lori Saine; Perry Buck; Kevin Ross Karla Ford; Esther Gesick; Jennifer Finch; Carly Koppes Weld County Redistricting Red Category Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Good morning! I have finally obtained maps of the proposed changes to commissioner districts. I'd like to submit that your preferred option is unfair, particularly to the folks in Greeley and more particularly to the Latino community. There is a better option: Alternative 2 (Cities/Regions): https://davesredistricting.org/join/71 fd61 a3-5638-4d67-6020- 4cb1e2785967 My reasoning is that it keeps Greeley/Evans in one district (District 1) and it keeps all of Johnstown/Milliken in one district (District 2). It is also an almost exact 3 -way split in population. I certainly would never suggest that you're trying to disenfranchise our minority communities, but your proposed plan does exactly that. Thank you for the opportunity to offer my input. I sincerely hope you will give it your full consideration. Lynn Stockton Johnstown 1 EXHIBIT Esther Gesick From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Jennifer Finch Tuesday, February 28, 2023 9:12 AM Ej i Kevin Ross; Lori Saine; Mike Freeman; Perry Buck; Scott James Esther Gesick. Karla Ford; Bruce Barker; Karin McDougal; Ryan Rose FW: Please reconsider the proposed redistricting map & prioritize community input Categories: Red Category From: Sam Johnson <info@email.actionnetwork.org> Sent: Tuesday, February 28, 2023 8:45 AM To: Jennifer Finch <jfinch@weld.gov> Subject: Please reconsider the proposed redistricting map & prioritize community input Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Officer Jennifer Finch, I am writing tc urge you to reconsider the proposed redistricting map to be voted on this Wednesday, the 1st. As a resident of Weld County, I am concerned about the impact that this map will have on our community. This map does not protect the voters of Weld. The current and proposed maps do not give proper representation to our cities, towns, or rural communities. The County Commissioner Districts Gerrymandering Act (HB21-1047) passed in 2021 provides clear guidance on creating maps that protect the civil rights of our communities of color and do not divide communities that face similar issues. I urge you to reconsider the current proposal and revise the redistricting process to be in accordance with HB21-1047. Additionally, I am concerned by the lack of transparency and community engagement throughout this process. I encourage you to consider waiting to vote until there are more opportunities for public education and community involvement. With a transparent process, I believe we can ensure a fair and just outcome that prioritizes and protects the diverse voices throughout our county. Thank you, 1 Sam Johnson sajohnson93@gmaml com Greeley, Colorado 80634 2 Esther Gesick From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Jennifer Finch Tuesday, February 28, 2023 9:19 AM Kevin Ross; Lori Saine; Mike Freeman; Perry Buck; Scott James Karla Ford; Esther Gesick; Bruce Barker; Ryan Rose; Carly Koppes FW: Please reconsider the proposed redistricting map & prioritize community input Categories: Red Category From: Alyssa Sanchez <infu@email.actionnetwork.org> Sent: Tuesday, February 28, 2023 7:51 AM To: Jennifer Finch <jfinch@weld.gov> Subject: Please reconsider the proposed redistricting map & prioritize community input Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Officer Jennifer Finch, I am writing to urge you to reconsider the proposed redistricting map to be voted on this Wednesday, the 1st. As a resident of Weld County, I am concerned about the impact that this map will have on our community. This map does not protect the voters of Weld. The current and proposed maps do not give proper representation to our cities, towns, or rural communities. The County Commissioner Districts Gerrymandering Act (HB21-1047) passed in 2021 provides clear guidance on creating maps that protect the civil rights of our communities of color and do not divide communities that face similar issues. I urge you to reconsider the current proposal and revise the redistricting process to be in accordance with HB21-1047. . Additionally, I am concerned by the lack of transparency and community engagement throughout this process. I encourage you to consider waiting to vote until there are more opportunities for public education and community involvement. With a transparent process, I believe we cal ensure a fair and just outcome that prioritizes and protects the diverse voices throughout our county. Thank you, 1 Alyssa Sanchez thecatcycle@gmail.com 1803 7th Avenue Greeley , Colorado 80731 2 EXHIBIT I Esther Gesick From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Categories: Jennifer Finch Tuesday, February 28, 2023 9:19 AM Kevin Ross; Lori Saine; Mike Freeman; Perry Buck; Scott James Karla Ford; Esther Gesick; Bruce Barker; Ryan Rose; Carly Koppes FW: Reconsider the proposed redistricting map & prioritize community input Red Category From: Jaiden Krause <infc@email.actionnetwork.org> Sent: Tuesday, February 28, 2023 8:06 AM To: Jennifer Finch <jfinch@weld.gov> Subject: Reconsider the proposed redistricting map & prioritize community input Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Officer Jenn fer Finch, I am writing :o urge you to reconsider the proposed redistricting map to be voted on this Wednesday, the 1st. As a resident of Weld County, I am concerned about the impact that this map will have on our community. This map does not protect all current voters of Weld County. The current and proposed maps do not give proper representation to our cities, towns, or rural communities. The County Commissioner Districts Gerrymandering Act (HB21-1047) passed in 2021 provides clear guidance on creating maps that protect the civil rights of our communities of color and do not divide communities that face similar issues. I urge you to reconsider the current proposal and revise the redistricting process to be in accordance with HB21-1047. Additionally, I am concerned by the lack of transparency and community engagement throughout this process. I encourage you to consider waiting to vote until there are more opportunities for public education and community involvement. With a transparent process, I believe we can ensure a fair and just outcome that prioritizes and protects the diverse voices throughout our county. Thank you, Jaiden Krause 1 Jaiden Krause aquakrause@gmail.com 1900 11th Avenue Greeley, Colorado 80631 2 Esther Gesick From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Jennifer Finch Tuesday, February 28, 2023 9:19 AM Kevin Ross; Lori Saine; Mike Freeman; Perry Buck; Scott James Karla Ford; Esther Gesick; Bruce Barker; Ryan Rose; Carly Koppes FW: We need transparency in our redistricting process. Categories: Red Category From: Sasha Krause <info@email.actionnetwork.org> Sent: Tuesday, February 28, 2023 8:09 AM To: Jennifer Finch <jfinch@weld.gov> Subject: We need transparency in our redistricting process. Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Officer Jennifer Finch, I am writing to urge you to reconsider the proposed redistricting map to be voted on this Wednesday, the 1st. As a resident of Weld County, I am concerned about the impact that this map will have on our community. This map does not protect the voters of Weld. The current and proposed maps do not give proper representation to our cities, towns, or rural communities. The County Commissioner Districts Gerrymandering Act (HB21-1047) passed in 2021 provides clear guidance on creating maps that protect the civil rights of our communities of color and do not divide communities that face similar issues. I urge you to reconsider the current proposal and revise the redistricting process to be in accordance with HB21-1047 Additionally, I am concerned by the lack of transparency and community engagement throughout this process. I encourage you to consider waiting to vote until there are more opportunities for public education and community involvement. With a transparent process, I believe we can ensure a fair and just outcome that prioritizes and protects the diverse voices throughout our county. Thank you, Sasha Krause 1 Sasha Krause sraynek@gmail.com 1900 11th Ave, Apt 302 Greeley, Colorado 80631 2 Esther Gesick From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Categories: Jennifer Finch Tuesday, February 28, 2023 9:23 AM Kevin Ross; Lori Saine; Mike Freeman; Perry Buck; Scott James Bruce Barker; Ryan Rose; Esther Gesick; Carly Koppes; Karla Ford FW: Please reconsider the proposed redistricting map & prioritize community input Red Category From: Scott Lang <info@email.actionnetwork.org> Sent: Monday, February 27, 2023 7:32 PM To: Jennifer Finch <jfinch@weld.gov> Subject: Please reconsider the proposed redistricting map & prioritize community input Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Officer Jennifer Finch, I am writing to urge you to reconsider the proposed redistricting map to be voted on this Wednesday, the 1st. As a resident of Weld County, I am concerned about the impact that this map will have on our community. This map does not protect the voters of Weld. The current and proposed maps do not give proper representation to our cities, towns, or rural communities. The County Commissioner Districts Gerrymandering Act (HB21-1047) passed in 2021 provides clear guidance on creating maps that protect the civil rights of our communities of color and do not divide communities that face similar issues. I urge you to reconsider the current proposal and revise the redistricting process to be in accordance with HB21-1047. Additionally, I am concerned by the lack of transparency and community engagement throughout this process. I encourage you to consider waiting to vote until there are more opportunities or public education and community involvement. With a transparent process, I believe we can ensure a fair and just outcome that prioritizes and protects the diverse voices throughout our county. Thank you, Scott Lang Erie CO 1 Scott Lang scottlang3@gmail.com 838 PO Erie, Colorado 80516 2 Esther Gesick From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Jennifer Finch Tuesday, February 28, 2023 9:23 AM Kevin Ross; Lori Saine; Mike Freeman; Perry Buck; Scott James Bruce Barker; Ryan Rose; Esther Gesick; Carly Koppes; Karla Ford FW: Please reconsider the proposed redistricting map & prioritize community input Categories: Red Category From: Ashley Franz <info@email.actionnetwork.org> Sent: Monday, February 27, 2023 7:31 PM To: Jennifer Finch <jfinch@weld.gov> Subject: Please reconsider the proposed redistricting map & prioritize community input Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Officer Jennifer Finch, I am writing tc urge you to reconsider the proposed redistricting map to be voted on this Wednesday, the 1st. As a resident of Weld County, I am concerned about the impact that this map will have on our community. Tiis map does not protect the voters of Weld. The current and proposed maps do not give proper representation to our cities, towns, or rural communities. The County Commissioner Districts Gerrymandering Act (HB21-1047) passed in 2021 provides clear guidance on creating maps that protect the civil rights of our communities of color and do not divide communities that face similar issues. I urge you to reconsider the current proposal and revise the redistricting process to be in accordance with HB21-1047. Additionally, I am concerned by the lack of transparency and community engagement throughout this process. I encourage you to consider waiting to vote until there are more opportunities for public education and community involvement. With a transparent process, I believe we cal ensure a fair and just outcome that prioritizes and protects the diverse voices throughout our county. Thank you, 1 Ashley Franz franz3423@gmail.com 203 Wenatchee st Lochbuie, Colorado 80603 2 Esther Gesick From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Jennifer Finch Tuesday, February 28, 2023 9:23 AM Kevin Ross; Lori Saine; Mike Freeman; Perry Buck; Scott James Bruce Barker; Ryan Rose; Esther Gesick; Carly Koppes; Karla Ford FW: Please reconsider the proposed redistricting map & prioritize community input Categories: Red Category From: Chayn Lush <info@email.actionnetwork.org> Sent: Monday, February 27, 2023 7:48 PM To: Jennifer Finch <jfinch@weld.gov> Subject: Please reconsider the proposed redistricting map & prioritize community input Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Officer Jennifer Finch, I am writing to urge you to reconsider the proposed redistricting map to be voted on this Wednesday, the 1st. As a resident of Weld County, I am concerned about the impact that this map will have on our community. This map does not protect the voters of Weld. The current and proposed maps do not give proper representation to our cities, towns, or rural communities. The County Commissioner Districts Gerrymandering Act (HB21-1047) passed in 2021 provides clear guidance on creating maps that protect the civil rights of our communities of color and do not divide communities that face similar issues. I urge you to reconsider the current proposal and revise the redistricting process to be in accordance with HB21-1047. Additionally, I am concerned by the lack of transparency and community engagement throughout this process. I encourage you to consider waiting to vote until there are more opportunities for public education and community involvement. With a transparent process, I believe we cal ensure a fair and just outcome that prioritizes and protects the diverse voices throughout our county. Thank you, 1 Chayn Lush chayn09@gmail corn 1367 Northridge Dr Erie, Colorado 80516 2 Esther Gesick From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Categories: Jennifer Finch Tuesday, February 28, 2023 9:23 AM Kevin Ross; Lori Saine; Mike Freeman; Perry Buck; Scott James Bruce Barker; Ryan Rose; Esther Gesick; Carly Koppes; Karla Ford FW: We need transparency in our redistricting process. Red Category From: Duane Roller <rollerhome@earthlink.net> Sent: Monday, February 27, 2023 7:50 PM To: Jennifer Finch <jfinch@weld.gov> Subject: We need transparency in our redistricting process. Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Officer Jennifer Finch, I am writing to urge you to reconsider the proposed redistricting map to be voted on this Wednesday, the 1st. As a resident of Weld County, I am concerned about the impact that this map will have on our community. This map does not protect the voters of Weld. The current and proposed maps do not give proper representation to our cities. towns, or rural communities. The County Commissioner Districts Gerrymandering Act (HB21-1047) passed in 2021 provides clear guidance on creating maps that protect the civil rights of our communities of color and do not divide communities that face similar issues. I urge you to reconsider the current proposal and revise the redistricting process to be in accordance with HB21-1047. Additionally, I am concerned by the lack of transparency and community engagement throughout this process. I encourage you to consider waiting to vote until there are more opportunities -or public education and community involvement. With a transparent process, I believe we can ensure a fair and just outcome that prioritizes and protects the diverse voices throughout our county. Thank you, 1 Duane Roller rollerhome@earthlink.net 378 Granville Ave Firestone, Colorado 80520 2 Esther Gesick From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Categories: EXHIBIT Jennifer Finch Tuesday, February 28, 2023 9:23 AM Kevin Ross; Lori Saine; Mike Freeman; Perry Buck; Scott James Bruce Barker; Ryan Rose; Esther Gesick; Carly Koppes; Karla Ford FW: Please reconsider the proposed redistricting map & prioritize community input Red Category From: rodrigo mendez <info@email.actionnetwork.org> Sent: Monday, February 27, 2023 7:59 PM To: Jennifer Finch <jfinch@weld.gov> Subject: Please reconsider the proposed redistricting map & prioritize community input Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Officer Jennifer Finch. I am writing to urge you to reconsider the proposed redistricting map to be voted on this Wednesday, the 1st. As a resident of Weld County, I am concerned about the impact that this map will have on our community. This map does not protect the voters of Weld. The current and proposed maps do not give proper representation to our cities, towns, or rural commun ties. The County Commissioner Districts Gerrymandering Act (H821-1047) passed in 2021 provides clear guidance on creating maps that protect the civil rights of our communities of color and do not divide communities that face similar issues. I urge you to reconsider the current proposal and revise the redistricting process to be in accordance with HB21-1047. Additionally, I am concerned by the lack of transparency and community engagement throughout this process. I encourage you to consider waiting to vote until there are more opportunities for public education and community involvement. With a transparent process, I believe we can ensure a fair and just outcome that prioritizes and protects the diverse voices throughout our county. Thank you, 1 rodrigo mendez rodrigo.mendez.91@gmail.com 720 Elk Mountain Dr Severance , Colorado 80550 2 Esther Gesick From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Categories: Jennifer Finch Tuesday, February 28, 2023 9:23 AM Kevin Ross; Lori Saine; Mike Freeman; Perry Buck; Scott James Bruce Barker; Ryan Rose; Esther Gesick; Carly Koppes; Karla Ford FW: We need transparency in our redistricting process. Red Category From: Krista Lidiak <krista@ssyoga.com> Sent: Monday, February 27, 2023 8:21 PM To: Jennifer Finch <jfinch@weld.gov> Subject: We need transparency in our redistricting process. EXHIBIT Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Officer Jennifer Finch, I am writing to urge you to reconsider the proposed redistricting map to be voted on this Wednesday. the 1st. As a resident of Weld County, I am concerned about the impact that this map will have on our community. This map does not protect the voters of Weld. The current and proposed maps do not give proper representation to our cities, towns, or rural communities. The County Commissioner Districts Gerrymandering Act (HB21-1047) passed in 2021 provides clear guidance on creating maps that protect the civil rights of our communities of color and do not divide communities that face similar issues. I urge you to reconsider the current proposal and revise the redistricting process to be in accordance with HB21-1047. Additionally, I am concerned by the lack of transparency and community engagement throughout this process. I encourage you to consider waiting to vote until there are more opportunities for public education and community involvement. With a transparent process, I believe we can ensure a fair and just outcome that prioritizes and protects the diverse voices throughout our county. Thank you, 1 Krista Lidiak krista@ssyoga.com 1545 13th Avenue Greeley, Colorado 80631 2 Esther Gesick From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Categories: Jennifer Finch Tuesday, February 28, 2023 9:23 AM Kevin Ross; Lori Saine; Mike Freeman; Perry Buck; Scott James Bruce Barker; Ryan Rose; Esther Gesick; Carly Koppes; Karla Ford FW: We need transparency in our redistricting process. Red Category From: nancy miller <info@email.actionnetwork.org> Sent: Monday, February 27, 2023 10:04 PM To: Jennifer Finch <jfinch@weld.gov> Subject: We need transparency in our redistricting process. Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Officer Jennifer Finch, I am writing to urge you to reconsider the proposed redistricting map to be voted on this Wednesday, the 1st. As a resident of Weld County, I am concerned about the impact that this map will have on our community. Tnis map does not protect the voters of Weld. The current and proposed maps do not give proper representation to our cities, towns, or rural communities. The County Commissioner Districts Gerrymandering Act (HB21-1047) passed in 2021 provides clear guidance on creating maps that protect the civil rights of our communities of color and do not divide communities that face similar issues. I urge you to reconsider the current proposal and revise the redistricting process to be in accordance with HB21-1047. Additionally, I am concerned by the lack of transparency and community engagement throughout this process. I encourage you to consider waiting to vote until there are more opportunities for public education and community involvement. With a transparent process, I believe we can ensure a fair and just outcome that prioritizes and protects the diverse voices throughout our county. Thank you, 1 nancy miller santasinn@yahoo.com 1723 7th Avenue Longmont, Colorado 80504 2 Esther Gesick From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Jennifer Finch Tuesday, February 28, 2023 9:23 AM Kevin Ross; Lori Saine; Mike Freeman; Perry Buck; Scott James Bruce Barker; Ryan Rose; Esther Gesick; Carly Koppes; Karla Ford FW: Please reconsider the proposed redistricting map & prioritize community input Categories: Red Category From: Rachel Perez <infc@email.actionnetwork.org> Sent: Monday, February 27, 2023 9:14 PM To: Jennifer Finch <jfinch@weld.gov> Subject: Please reconsider the proposed redistricting map & prioritize community input Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Officer Jennifer Finch, I am writing to urge you to reconsider the proposed redistricting map to be voted on this Wednesday, the 1st. As a resident of Weld County, I am concerned about the impact that this map will have on our community. Tiis map does not protect the voters of Weld. The current and proposed maps do not give proper representation to our cities, towns, or rural communities. The County Commissioner Districts Gerrymandering Act (HB21-1047) passed in 2021 provides clear guidance on creating maps that protect the civil rights of our communities of color and do not divide communities that face similar issues. I urge you to reconsider the current proposal and revise the redistricting process to be in accordance with HB21-1047. Additionally, I am concerned by the lack of transparency and community engagement throughout this process. I encourage you to consider waiting to vote until there are more opportunities for public education and community involvement. With a transparent process, I believe we cal ensure a fair and just outcome that prioritizes and protects the diverse voices throughout our county. Thank you, 1 Rachel Perez rgrace_p@hotmail.com 3909 W 13th St Greeley, Colorado 80634 2 Esther Gesick From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Categories: Jennifer Finch Tuesday, February 28, 2023 9:23 AM Kevin Ross; Lori Saine; Mike Freeman; Perry Buck; Scott James Bruce Barker; Ryan Rose; Esther Gesick; Carly Koppes; Karla Ford FW: We need transparency in our redistricting process. Red Category From: Janis Hinojosa <info@email.actionnetwork.org> Sent: Monday, February 27, 2023 10:21 PM To: Jennifer Finch <jfinch @weld.gov> Subject: We need transparency in our redistricting process. EXHIBIT Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Officer Jennifer Finch, I am writing tc urge you to reconsider the proposed redistricting map to be voted on this Wednesday, the 1st. As a resident of Weld County, I am concerned about the impact that this map will have on our community. This map does not protect the voters of Weld. The current and proposed maps do not give proper representation to our cities, towns, or rural communities. The County Commissioner Districts Gerrymandering Act (HB21-1047) passed in 2021 provides clear guidance on creating maps that protect the civil rights of our communities of color and do not divide communities that face similar issues. I urge you to reconsider the current proposal and revise the redistricting process to be in accordance with HB21-1047. Additionally, I am concerned by the lack of transparency and community engagement throughout this process. I encourage you to consider waiting to vote until there are more opportunities for public education and community involvement. With a transparent process, I believe we can ensure a fair and just outcome that prioritizes and protects the diverse voices throughout our county. Thank you, 1 Janis Hinojosa amethys88@aol.com 2120 14th St GREELEY, Colorado 80631 2 Esther Gesick From: Sent: To: Subject: Categories: Pat Waak <patwaak@gmail.com> Tuesday, February 28, 2023 10:58 AM Esther Gesick County Commissioner Districts Red Category Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the conten: is safe. This year, the State of Colorado passed a law, HB21-1047 (County Commissioner Districts Gerrymandering), for conducting the redistricting process. Because Weld County is a Home Rule Charter county, this law is being mostly ignored for the purposes of redistricting our county. The proposed map the County Clerk and Commissioners have proposed is almost identical to the map we have had for the past 10 years, despite the double-digit percentage of growth in Weld and Greeley. This proposed new map only changed 3 precincts. This is important because the map gives enormous control to rural areas over urban areas and a 55% advantage to one party over the others. It is in no way competitive, which is an important point in the new state law. The map does not take into consideration communities of interest, and the people drawing the map have the most to gain by keeping it as is. This is something else outlined in the new law. There should be an independent group doing the redistricting. I want to bring this to the public's attention, because it speaks to fairness. This is the county's opportunity to show that Democracy works. Set up an independent redistricting group. Thank you, Patricia Waak 1 Esther Gesick From: Sent: To: Subject: Categories: EXHIBIT Jerry Kauffman <jerryk48@gmail.com> Tuesday, February 28, 2023 11:05 AM Karla Ford; Esther Gesick; Jennifer Finch; Carly Koppes; Esther Gesick Docket #: 2023-13.A Redistricting of Weld County CO Red Category Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. I am writing to you to express my displeasure in the redistricting plan. 1. You are not following the law. HB21-1047 (County Commissioner Districts Gerrymandering 2. Your map map gives enormous control to rural areas over urban areas and a 55% advantage to one party over the others. It is in no way competitive, which is an important point in the new state law. 3. The map does not take into consideration communities of interest, and the people drawing the map have the most to gain by keeping it as is. 4. There should be an independent group doing the redistricting. (Also in the law) You need to appoint an independent group, start over and tear up your obviously Gerrymandered map Jerry Kauffman 10483 County Road 8 Fort Lupton CO 8O621 303-9O2-9OO5 cell 303-637-0769 home 1 Esther Gesick From: Sent: To: Subject: Categories: LuEllen <dkindg@comcast.net> Tuesday, February 28, 2023 11:12 AM Esther Gesick Input re proposed redistricting map Red Category 1 In D a EXHIBIT 0 Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Hello, I'm writing to provide my input regarding changing the boundary lines of Commissioner districts in Weld County as proposed by the Weld Co Clerk & Recorder, and current Commissioners. I've been appalled to read that their proposed map is almost identical to the map we've had for the last 10 years, despite the significant levels of growth in several places. The hubris displayed in deciding to NOT follow Colorado law HB 21-1047 by having themselves, people who would likely benefit, determine the boundaries rather than an independent group, infuriates me. And by giving much of the control to rural over urban areas (and to one party over the other) this map continues to convey to many voters that our vote, and our perspective, doesn't count in this county. My input? DO NOT ACCEPT THE REDISTRICTED MAP PROPOSED BY THE CURRENT CLERK & RECORDER and COUNTY COMMISSIONERS. INSTEAD, FOLLOW COLORADO LAW TO DETERMINE A MAP THAT WILL BE COMPETITIVE SO THAT GOOD IDEAS FROM A VARIETY OF PERSPECTIVES CAN BE HEARD. That's what will make us a strong and healthy county! Thank you, LuEllen Casler 1890 Alpine Dr, Erie 80516-4015 (303) 877-9553 "Some people talk to animals, not many listen though. That's the problem." -A. A. Milne 1 Esther Gesick From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Categories: Ellen <nvr2grn@gmail.com> Tuesday, February 28, 2023 1:47 PM Scott James; Perry Buck; Kevin Ross; Mike Freeman; Lori Saine Carly Koppes; Esther Gesick; Jennifer Finch; Karla Ford Redistricting of Weld County Red Category EXHIBIT i hi Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. To ALL WELD COUNTY COMMISSIONERS: The current proposed redistricting is gerrymandering for the benefit of those who have created it. It is voter suppression, plain and simple. Our county voting boundaries need to be competitive and the same size. The process needs to be transparent and independent of those who benefit from it. None of these tenets are reflected in this proposal. Shame on you, our elected officials. In addition, once again, ycu are choosing to ignore CO state law under the guise of being a Home Rule county. What kind of leaders are you? Doing the right thing is tantamount to your role as an elected official, and a trait I expect of my officials regardless of red or blue. Stop this nonsense and do not vote in this plan of voter suppression. I would like to think you are each better than that. Thank you. Ellen DeLorenzo 1 EXHIBIT Esther Gesick From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Rich <trailguy46@gmail.com> Tuesday, February 28, 2023 2:20 PM Scott James; Perry Buck; Kevin Ross; Mike Freeman; Lori Saine Carly Koppes; Esther Gesick; Jennifer Finch; Karla Ford Redistricting of Weld County IAQ Categories: Red Category Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. To: sjames@weld.gov, pbuck@weld.gov, kross@weldgov.com, mfreeman@weldgov.com, Isaine@weld.gov Cc: ckoppes@weld.gov, egesick@weldgov.com, jfinch@weld.gov, kford@weld.gov Subject: Redistricting of Weld County To: ALL WELD COUNTY COMMISSIONERS: The propcsed redistricting is gerrymandering. It will only benefit those who have created it. I would even call it simply - voter suppression. Our county voting boundaries should be competitive and of equal size. And the process should be transparent and separate from those who benefit from it. Are these tenets reflected in this proposal? No, they are not. I expect better actions from my elected officials. You have chosen to ignore CO state law under the guise of being a Home Rule county. What kind of leaders are you? Doing the right thing is tantamount to your role as an elected official, and a trait I expect of my officials regardless of red or blue. Stop and consider all voices. This is nonsense. Do not vote in this plan of voter suppression. Set a better example as to how a county should be run. Thank you. Richard Grimaud 1 Esther Gesick From: Sent: To: Subject: Lucy Thames <Iucythames@hotmail.com> Tuesday, February 28, 2023 2:55 PM Esther Gesick Redistricting Categories: Red Category LL Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Please reconsider the redistricted map that is currently proposed. As drawn, the map does not fairly represent communities of interest. It cracks and packs various groups in a way to unfairly limit representation of the more densely populated parts of the district. This sort of drawing of districts gets at the heart of what is undermining democracy in America. Do not accept this map that is almost the same as the last map. Let an independent body draw the lines. Do the right thing. Lucy Thames 1 Esther Gesick From: Sent: To: Subject: Karla Ford Tuesday, February 28, 2023 3:24 PM Esther Gesick FW: We need transparency in our redistricting process. Karla Ford Office Manager, Board of Weld county Commissioners 1150 O Street, P.O. Box 758, G -eeley, Colorado 80632 :: 970.336-7204 :: kford@weldgov.com :: www.weldgov.com **Please note my working hours are Monday -Thursday 7:00a.m.-5:00p.m.** Confidentiality Notice: This electron,c 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 than the named recipient is strictly prohibited. From: Beth Ellis <info@email.actionnetwork.org> Sent: Tuesday, February 28, 2023 11:47 AM To: Karla Ford <kford@weld.gov> Subject: We need transparency in our redistricting process. Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Weld County Commissioners, I am writing to urge you to reconsider the proposed redistricting map to be voted on this Wednesday, the 1st. As a resident of Weld County, I am concerned about the impact that this map will have on our community. This map does not protect the voters of Weld. The current and proposed maps do not give proper representation to our cities, towns, or rural communities. The County Commissioner Districts Gerrymandering Act (HB21-1047) passed in 2021 provides clear guidance on creating maps that protect the civil rights of our communities of color and do not divide communities that face similar issues. I urge you to reconsider the current proposal and revise the redistricting process to be in accordance with HB21-1047. 1 Additionally, I am concerned by the lack of transparency and community engagement throughout this process. I encourage you to consider waiting to vote until there are more opportunities for public education and community involvement. With a transparent process, I believe we can ensure a fair and just outcome that prioritizes and protects the diverse voices throughout our county. Thank you, Beth Ellis ellisbeth8@gmail.com 245 43rd Avenue Greeley, Colorado 80634 2 Esther Gesick From: Sent: To: Subject: Jean Labus <jlabus916@gmail.com> Tuesday, February 28, 2023 4:04 PM Esther Gesick Weld County Redistricting Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Hello As Weld county considers redistricting, I am expressing my preference to have an independently drawn map so voters can choose their representatives. I believe that most counties are now required to use independent groups when redistricting. Weld County should stand by the voters rights in this way to ensure voter confidence. Thank you, Jean Labus 1513 Cherry Grove Ct Windsor, CO 80550 Sent from my iPhone 1 Esther Gesick From: Sent: To: Subject: Russ Gorham <russgorham@gmail.com> Tuesday, February 28, 2023 4:26 PM Esther Gesick Redistricting? Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Is there any good reason district boundaries are being redrawn again? If this is not done by an independent bipartisan committee (or non-partisan committee) then it smells like unfair gerrymandering. Russ Gorham Registered voter in Weld County 1 Esther Gesick From: Sent: To: Subject: MARK K MATTHEWS <may20th@comcast.net> Tuesday, February 28, 2023 4:35 PM Esther Gesick Commissioner Districts Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. I am writing this email in opposition to the proposed boundary change and resulting Commissioner Districts. The proposed districts are a clear attempt at gerrymandering and it is shameful that they were proposed by the Weld County Clerk and Recorder who is supposed to represent all of us and not just one party. The proposed map is nearly identical to the map we have had for the past 10 years despite double digit percentage of growth in Weld and Greeley. The map is in no way competitive and the people drawing the map have the most to gain by its approval. Our county voting wards need to be competitive and they need to be the same size. This map should be rejected and an independent group should be assigned to draw a new map. Sincerely, Mark K Matthews, MD 14804 County Road 7 Mead, CO 80542 720-984-5736 1 Esther Gesick From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Leisl Athen <leislathen@yahoo.com> Tuesday, February 28, 2023 4:38 PM Mike Freeman; Scott James; Lori Saine; Perry Buck; Kevin Ross Karla Ford; Esther Gesick; Jennifer Finch; Carly Koppes Redistricting process .0 S EXHIBIT MV Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the conten: is safe. Hello, I am writing in regards to the way that the County Commissioners Districts are being redistricted. I am disappointed in the way that this redistricting is being handled. I have often felt like the current districts are unfair. I live in the south part of the county and feel unrepresented on the County Commission. feel like my community of interest is being split up. The Carbon Valley/Tri- Towns of Firestone, Frederick and Dacono should all be in one district. We have more in common with the areas of eastern Longmont and Mead than we do with Greeley or the eastern part of the county. There are other ways to redistrict that would keep communities of interest intact. Please follow the process outlined in House Bill 21-1047 and give the citizens a fair chance to voice their opinion about the redistricting. Thank you. Leisl Athen 1 Esther Gesick From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Jackie Eubank <jackie.mapstone@gmail.com> Tuesday, February 28, 2023 5:05 PM Perry Buck; Mike Freeman; Scott James; Kevin Ross; Lori Saine Karla Ford; Esther Gesick; Jennifer Finch; Carly Koppes Weld County Redistricting Map Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Good afternoon, I am writing to voice my concern about the proposed district map to be used for the elections of Weld County Commissioners. After reviewing the map, I have noticed that it mostly mirrors the existing map which is quite problematic. First of all, none of the districts are drawn to be politically competitive. Although the majority of Weld County Voters vote consistently for Republicans, it is entirely possible to draw a map that has at least one competitive district. I would like to request that the commissioners consider maps that allow for this possibility. The proposed map is not fair or representative of communities of interest within the county. Second, this map does not adhere to state law as written in House Bill 21-1047. I would urge you to follow the law as it is written - not simply because it is the law, but because it is the right thing to do. Can we all agree that it is, at best, suspicious when maps are drawn to favor the folks who hold the elected positions and are proposed only by those who answer to the elected officials for their jobs? Although it is not a requirement, it would be more transparent and fair if a board of representatives from various interests within the county came together to draw and propose a map. Third, I am very disappointed in the lack of transparency and availability of information with regard to this redistricting process. It should be easily accessible by the voters who are impacted by the outcome. As folks who often speak highly of democracy, I certainly expect more when it comes to such an important democratic process. Given the lack of transparency in the process, the absence of balance in the proposed map, and the complete disregard of House Bill 21-1047, I ask that the commissioners reject the map that has been proposed and proceed in a more fair and transparent manner. Sincere regards, Jackie Eubank she/her Resident at 3383 Hackberry Lane, Johnstown, CO 80534 Esther Gesick From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Thomas Butler <Tommy.Butler@Greeleygov.com> Tuesday, February 28, 2023 5:26 PM Esther Gesick Perry Buck; Mike Freeman; Lori Saine; Scott James; Kevin Ross Redistricting Public Comment EXHIBIT Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. The following is intended to be public comment against proposed redistricting plans happening in Weld County. To the commissioners cced, I'm free to talk further in -person or over the phone. My name is Tommy Butler. I serve the people of Ward 1 on the Greeley City Council. I will be clear at the outset that this is my opinion and does not constitute the opinion of the City of Greeley or the Greeley City Council. I am writing today to share my strong disapproval of the proposed map that has been released as part of the commissioner district re- districting process. It is plainly gerrymandering. Dividing Greeley in three makes no sense. Greeley is a clear geographic community of interest. At this time, all five county commissioners could live outside the most populous city in Weld County —the same would be true if the proposed map stands. We are roughly one-third of Weld County's population and roughly one-half of the county's tax base. We deserve elected representation. We deserve a representative that has our interests top of mind. We deserve a commissioner who lives in and understands the issues that matter to this community. Besides being part of a geographic community of interest as a city, East Greeley has a Latino population that is nearly 50% of its total population. As a community of interest, they deserve fair representation. As it stands now, folks that live in East Greeley are spread across all three of the newly proposed districts. In gerrymandering terms, that is fundamentally "cracking." This important community is clearly being divided in the proposed maps. I certainly hope that has not been intentional. However, if that is not your intention, new maps will need to be drawn. The people of Greeley, and East Greeley in particular, have issues that are different than the folks this map currently lumps them in with on the Eastern plains. Greeley residents are more likely to live in multifamily housing and are statistically more likely to work in the healthcare, education, or service industries than their counterparts on the Eastern plains. We deserve the opportunity to elect someone that understands our diverse population and the complex policy issues that we face going forward. Dividing East Greeley into three districts dilutes the voices of this community at the ballot box. 1 I am very disappointed with the direction that the re -districting process has gone in Weld County so far. I hope you do not move forward with the current proposed map, and that you propose new maps that don't divide the people of Greeley. Tommy Butler City Council Member - Ward 1 Phone: (970) 319-0243 Tommy.Butler@greeleygov.com Pronouns: He/Him/His 2 EXHIBIT Esther Gesick From: Sent: To: Subject: Christina Kauffman <Christina_Kauffman2@hotmail.com> Tuesday, February 28, 2023 7:15 PM Esther Gesick Voting Caution. This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content s safe. Dear Weld County Commissioners, I know that you have enjoyed having people of like minds in your group for some time. I recall Ms. Kirkmeyer being quoted in the Trip saying that she loved working with like-minded people because it made the job easier. I also remember having some young Democrats stop by while a group of us were holding signs encouraging voters to help remove the former President from office and they remarked that they didn't think any Democrats lived in Weld County. Both sad situations. The current boundaries that you are planning to approve are not equitable but those boundaries surely keep the Republicans in good stead come election time. Please remember that you have many non -Republican constituents most of whom you really do not consider to be important enough to have a voice in Weld County. Democrats are not a threat and deserve a seat at the table. Most Democrats and Republicans are moderate so we should share in governing by having a map that is fair. Concerned Citizen, Christina Kauffman 1 Esther Gesick From: Sent: To: Subject: Jroe0905 <jroe0905@gmail.com> Tuesday, February 28, 2023 8:29 PM Esther Gesick Weld County Redistricting EXHIBIT D 3 A Caution' This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Good Evening, I am a resident of Severance and have recently learned of the proposed redistricting of the county's voting districts. A quick, lay persons view of the proposed changes seems to indicate a bias that would favor more sparsely populated rural areas over the denser populated urban and suburban areas. Additionally, these proposed new boundaries clearly favor one political party above another. These two facts, coupled together, are the very definition of gerrymandering. Such practice goes against the basis of a free, equitable voting process that our country is based upon. I vehemently oppose these proposed boundary lines. I would request that a non-partisan commission be formed to make any revisions to voting map lines. Thank You, Jennifer Roe i Esther Gesick From: Sent: To: Subject: Get Outlook for iOS Karla Ford Wednesday, March 1, 2023 7:46 AM Esther Gesick Fwd: Please reconsider the proposed redistricting map & prioritize community input From: Aisha Gallion <info@email.actionnetwork.org> Sent: Tuesday, February 28, 2023 10:44:44 PM To: Karla Ford <kford@weld.gov> Subject: Please reconsider the proposed redistricting map & prioritize community input Cautior This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Weld County Commissioners, I am writing to urge you to reconsider the proposed redistricting map to be voted on this Wednesday. the 1st. As a resident of Weld County, I am concerned about the impact that this map will have on our community. This map does not protect the voters of Weld. The current and proposed maps do not give proper representation to our cities, towns, or rural communities. The County Commissioner Districts Gerrymandering Act (HB21-1047) passed in 2021 provides clear guidance on creating maps that protect the civil rights of our communities of color and do not divide communities that face similar issues. I urge you to reconsider the current proposal and revise the redistricting process to be in accordance with HB21-1047. Additionally, I am concerned by the lack of transparency and community engagement throughout this process. I encourage you to consider waiting to vote until there are more opportunities for public education and community involvement. With a transparent process, believe we can ensure a fair and just outcome that prioritizes and protects the diverse voices throughout our county. 1 Thank you, Aisha Gallion gallion98@gmail.com Evans, Colorado 80620 2 Esther Gesick From: Sent: To: Subject: Kate Hamilton <kate.hamilton@my.wheaton.edu> Wednesday, March 1, 2023 8:17 AM Esther Gesick County Redistricting Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Hello! I am a Weld county resident and only recently learned of the redistricting vote taking place this morning. I strongly urge our county commissioners to take more time in redrawing these lines with greater input from independent third parties, so that the interests of all voters in Weld county can be fairly considered and represented. I am especially concerned that the current and proposed district lines do not effectively represent the diverse communities and interests already present in the county. I wish the commissioners had undertaken a much more transparent and independent effort to rethink how best to serve all of the people who live here. Thank you. Katherine Glenn Sent from my iPhone 1 Esther Gesick From: Sent: To: Subject: Joanna Lewis <joanna.e.Iewis@gmail.com> Wednesday, March 1, 2023 9:27 AM Esther Gesick Representation map Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Hello, I wanted to voice a concern regarding the proposed map. I believe an independent party should draw these boundaries to ensure that there is fair representation and not minimize particular constituents. Regards, Joanna a a EXHIBf'1�"� D 1 I :otu n ISM menfietd F ? t Mo r P EXHIBIT b $ 1 -== DRA 2010. Weld Commissioner Option 1 - COIs LOG IN SIGN UP oto ruMaPi Statistics *Analyze R' Compare Advanced 0 ID Un 1 2 3 Population Total 0 109,655 109,664 109,662 109,660 0.00% 0.00% 0.00% 0.01% S O a Shapes ■ O O Q Partisan Lean Dem 0.00% 46.16% 38.63% 30.63H.: 37.52% Rep 0.00% 48.51 56.89% r wwen 65.52% 58.02% 0th 0-.00% 5.33% 4.48% 3.84% 4.45% Total 0 81,217 79,486 81,130 80,611 Demographics (VAP) White Minority Hispanic 0.00% 0.00% 0.00% 50.61% 71.90% 76.87._. 66.42% Notes • The 0.01% population deviation is within the 10% threshold tolerated by the courts. • Two districts lean Republican, none lean Democratic, and one falls in the 45-55% competitive range. 49.39% 28.10% 23.13% 33.58% 41.17% 20.96% 17.37% 26.54% Black 0.00% 3.29% 1.09% 1.11'0 1.83% Asian 0.00% 2.52 3.13% 1.82% 2.49% DOWNLOAD I Native 0.00% 4.20% 3.14% 3.02% 3.46% Pacific 0.00% 0.29% 0.26% 0.23% 0.26% DRA Weld Commissioner Option 1 - COIs LOG IN SIGN UP Ratings Requirements Proportionality Competitiveness Minority Representation Compactness Splitting Map EBB Statistics Ratings: Weld Commissioner Option 1 - COIs Competitiveness Splitting Proportionality Requirements Met Bigger is better, for the ratings above This analysis is based on ® Drorinnt Chnnoc onon ronc�io DRA202CY Weld Commissioner Option 1 - COls LOG IN SIGN UP Pa € Ratings Requirements Proportionality Competitiveness Minority Representation Compactness Splitting El Map EEE Statistics {� Analyze] sr Compare Advanced 1 Competitiveness All else equal, prefer maps that are more competitive. Metric Description • Competitiveness 32.47% The percentage of competitive districts. Bigger is better. Rating I....I....1 4 _ 0 • II • • • Notes Very Bad 20 40 • • • I . . • . I . • . . I . . • . I • • • . I . . . . I Bad OK t Good Very Good 100 e LJL1VF CV ;V j.! 8 • Unlike the partisan lean note in district Statistics that simply counts the number of districts in the 45-55% range, this competitiveness metric uses a probability distribution with the tails approaching zero at 40% and 60%. Hence, an ideally competitive set of districts has a —75% competitiveness. 1 Hello