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Home My WebLink About20221648.tiffRECORD OF PROCEEDINGS MINUTES BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WELD COUNTY, COLORADO WEDNESDAY, JUNE 15, 2022 The Board of County Commissioners of Weld County, Colorado, met in regular session in full conformity with the laws of the State of Colorado at the regular place of meeting in the Weld County Administration Building, Greeley, Colorado, June 15, 2022, at the hour of 9:00 a.m. ROLL CALL: The meeting was called to order by the Chair and on roll call the following members were present, constituting a quorum of the members thereof: Commissioner Scott K. James, Chair Commissioner Mike Freeman, Pro-Tem Commissioner Perry L. Buck Commissioner Steve Moreno Commissioner Lori Saine Also present: County Attorney, Bruce Barker Acting Clerk to the Board, Houstan Aragon Controller, Chris D'Ovidio El PUBLIC INPUT: Steve Teets, Greeley resident, expressed his disappointment concerning the housing shortage resulting in increased homelessness, which needs to have active participation by all entities to address the problem. He further commented on the lack of accessible public transportation. In response to Mr. Teets, Chair James reported the discussions from the latest Northern Front Range Metropolitan Planning Organization (NFRMPO) meeting surrounding public transportation, and he further mentioned he attended a work session the previous evening with the City of Greeley, in which they presented their findings of the latest homelessness study to combat the issue in the area: AMENDMENTS TO AGENDA: There were no amendments to the agenda. CONSENT AGENDA: Commissioner Moreno moved to approve the Consent Agenda, as printed. Commissioner Saine seconded the motion and it carried unanimously. Ei PRESENTATIONS: 1) RECOGNITION OF SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS - RANDAL CARLSON: Chair James read the certificate for the record. Jay McDonald, Director of the Department of Public Works, stated some department positions take a special person and that person was Randal 'Randy' Carlson. He then introduced Curtis Hall and Jeff York, Department of Public Works, who collectively shared some of the many memorable moments of Mr.Carlson's time with Weld County, dating back to 2006. They stated Mr. Carlson started his career as a seasonal worker and was later hired as full-time in the Trucking and Mining Division, where he was quickly promoted to Lead Worker. Mr. Carlson was always willing to go the extra mile when it was needed and was pivotal during the 2008 tornado in Windsor, Colorado, and again in the 2013 historical floods in Weld County. They stated he was a model employee and will be difficult to replace. Mr. Carlson expressed his comitment to do his best job and Minutes, Wednesday, June 15, 2022 2022-1648 Page 1 BC0016 nct stated he enjoyed his time here at the County. In turn, each Commissioner extended their congratulations and gratitude for his work ethic and his service to the citizens of Weld County. (Clerk's Note: The group gathered for a photo opportunity). • PROCLAMATIONS: 1) WORLD ELDER ABUSE AWARENESS DAY - JUNE 15, 2022: Chair James read the proclamation for the record. Jamie Ulrich, Director of the Department of Human Services, thanked the Board for the recognition and stated the purpose of said proclamation is to provide an opportunity to raise awareness to prevent the abuse of elderly citizens in Weld County. She further shared statistics pertaining to elder abuse and stated, through the efforts of the network of people represented today, their dignity and respect can be retained. Ms. Ulrich introduced Jill Colavolpe, Director of the Area Agency on Aging Division of the Department of Human Services, who stated her staff and community partners are who make this prevention possible, and, in turn, staff and partners alike introduced themselves for the record. Each Commissioner expressed their appreciation for staff's steadfast and reliable service supporting the elderly in Weld County by ensuring aging seniors are taken care of and not being neglected or abused. The Commissioners further shared that you can measure a community by how they treat the most vulnerable and Weld County is among the best out there. (Clerk's Note: The group gathered for a photo opportunity). • WARRANTS: 1) GENERAL WARRANTS - JUNE 14, 2022: Commissioner Buck moved to approve the General Warrants, as printed. Commissioner Saine seconded the motion and it carried unanimously. • BIDS: 1) PRESENT BID #B2200063, 1402 FACILITY CABLING — DEPARTMENT OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY: Ryan Rose, Director of the Department of Information Technology, stated two (2) bids were received and staff will make a recommendation on June 29, 2022. e 2) PRESENT BID #B2200064, RANGE FACILITY CABLING — DEPARTMENT OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY: Mr. Rose stated two (2) bids were received and staff will make a recommendation on June 29, 2022. • 3) PRESENT BID #B2200076, 1250 FACILITY CABLING — DEPARTMENT OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY: Mr. Rose stated two (2) bids were received and staff will make a recommendation on June 29, 2022. • NEW BUSINESS: 1) CONSIDER CONTRACT ID #5864 CHILD PROTECTION AGREEMENT FOR SERVICES AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN — EVOKE BEHAVIORAL HEALTH, LLC: Ms. Ulrich stated the Child Protection Agreement allows day treatment services. Commissioner Freeman moved to approve said agreement and authorize the Chair to sign. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Moreno and it carried unanimously. 2) CONSIDER CONTRACT ID #5865 AGREEMENT FOR SUBSTANCE ABUSE TREATMENT SERVICES AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR AND DIRECTOR OF DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES TO SIGN - SIGNAL BEHAVIORAL HEALTH NETWORK: Ms. Ulrich stated the agreement allows for substance abuse evaluation and treatment services for clients. Commissioner Saine moved to approve said agreement and authorize the Chair and the Director of the Department of Human Services to sign. Seconded by Commissioner Buck, the motion carried unanimously. Minutes, Wednesday, June 15, 2022 Page 2 2022-1648 BC0016 3) CONSIDER CONTRACT ID #5877 INDIVIDUAL PROVIDER CONTRACT FOR PURCHASE OF FOSTER CARE SERVICES IN A FOSTER CARE HOME AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN - MICHAEL AND KRISTI JAUKEN: Ms. Ulrich stated the contract is for a new foster care home located in Greeley, Colorado. Commissioner Buck moved to approve said contract and authorize the Chair to sign. The motion, which was seconded by Commissioner Saine, carried unanimously. _ = 4) CONSIDER CONTRACT ID #5917 INDIVIDUAL PROVIDER CONTRACT FOR PURCHASE OF FOSTER CARE SERVICES IN A FOSTER CARE HOME AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN - JOEL VARGAS AND MARIA PENA: Ms. Ulrich stated the contract is for a full certification kinship home located in Greeley, Colorado. Commissioner Freeman moved to approve said contract and authorize the Chair to sign. The motion, which was seconded by Commissioner Saine, carried unanimously. El 5) CONSIDER CONTRACT ID #5950 INDIVIDUAL PROVIDER CONTRACT FOR PURCHASE OF FOSTER CARE SERVICES IN A FOSTER CARE HOME AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN - SANDRA MATA: Ms. Ulrich stated the contract is for a full certification kinship home located in Greeley, Colorado. Commissioner Moreno moved to approve said contract and authorize the Chair to sign. The motion, which was seconded by Commissioner Buck, carried unanimously. 6) CONSIDER CONTRACT ID #5952 INDIVIDUAL PROVIDER CONTRACT FOR PURCHASE OF FOSTER CARE SERVICES IN A FOSTER CARE HOME AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN — ABIGAIL DIX: Ms. Ulrich stated the contract is for a new foster care home located in Windsor, Colorado. Commissioner Saine moved to approve said contract and authorize the Chair to sign. The motion, which was seconded by Commissioner Buck, carried unanimously. 7) CONSIDER CONTRACT ID #5954 INDIVIDUAL PROVIDER CONTRACT FOR PURCHASE OF FOSTER CARE SERVICES IN A FOSTER CARE HOME AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN - TIMOTHY PICCARRETO: Ms. Ulrich stated the contract is for a new foster care kinship home located in Greeley, Colorado. Commissioner Buck moved to approve said contract and authorize the Chair to sign. The motion, which was seconded by Commissioner Saine, carried unanimously. El 8) CONSIDER CONTRACT ID #5882 INTERGOVERNMENTAL CONTRACT AMENDMENT #1 FOR PROMOTING SAFE AND STABLE FAMILIES (PSSF) GRANT AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN AND SUBMIT ELECTRONICALLY: Ms. Ulrich stated the amendment to the PSSF Grant contract allows for additional funding and an increased budget related to COVID-19 funding. Commissioner Saine moved to approve said amendment and authorize the Chair to sign and submit electronically. Commissioner Buck seconded the motion and it carried unanimously. El 9) CONSIDER CONTRACT ID #5939 STATE AND LOCAL FISCAL RECOVERY FUNDS (SLFRF) AGREEMENT AMENDMENT #1 FOR WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN AND SUBMIT ELECTRONICALLY: Ms. Ulrich stated the amendment allows for State and Federal reporting requirements for Workforce Development programs. Commissioner Buck moved to approve said amendment and authorize the Chair to sign and submit electronically. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Freeman and it carried unanimously. El 10) CONSIDER STANDARD FORM OF AGREEMENT, RATES, AND PROVIDER LIST FOR INDIVIDUAL PROVIDER CONTRACTS FOR PURCHASE OF FOSTER CARE SERVICES IN A FOSTER CARE HOME AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN: Ms. Ulrich stated the Resolution is for consideration of the rates and provider list for Out -of -Home services for the 2022-2023 contract year, including County -specific requirements within the existing state CWS-7A form, as an exhibit. Commissioner Buck thanked staff for honoring foster care families at last night's event, and moved to Minutes, Wednesday, June 15, 2022 2022-1648 Page 3 BC0016 approve said form, list, and rates, and authorize the Chair to sign contracts consistent with said form. Seconded by Commissioner Saine, the motion carried unanimously. 11) CONSIDER CONTRACT ID #5914 FIVE-YEAR MASTER TASK ORDER CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN AND SUBMIT ELECTRONICALLY: Mark Lawley, Director of the Department of Public Health and Environment, stated the Board of County Commissioners approved the current Five -Year Master Task Order contract in 2017, which governs all contracts between the parties for that five-year period. He further stated the intent of the new five-year renewal contract is to set forth the general contract terms and conditions between parties and to define how the parties will contract with each other in the future using the Task Order process as defined. Mr. Lawley stated neither the County nor the State incurs financial obligation to the other party by entering into the five-year contract. Commissioner Moreno moved to approve said contract and authorize the Chair to sign and submit electronically. Seconded by Commissioner Buck, the motion carried unanimously. 12) CONSIDER CONTRACT ID #5915 TASK ORDER FOR LOCAL PLANNING AND SUPPORT FOR CORE PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICES AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN AND SUBMIT ELECTRONICALLY: Mr. Lawley stated the purpose of the task order is to provide annual support for public health services and the Department of Public Health and Environment will participate in assessment and planning efforts at the state, regional, and local levels, with funding not to exceed the total amount of $825,318.00. Commissioner Freeman moved to approve said task order and authorize the Chair to sign and submit electronically. The motion, which was seconded by Commissioner Moreno, carried unanimously. 13) CONSIDER CONTRACT ID #5980 AMENDMENT #5 FOR PUBLIC HEALTH EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS AND RESPONSE, AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN AND SUBMIT ELECTRONICALLY: Mr. Lawley stated public health related emergency preparedness and response remains a crucial function for the citizens of Weld County and this grant enables the Department of Public Health and Environment to plan and train for a variety of population -based disease outbreak emergencies, including pandemics, bioterrorism, and emergent diseases. He further stated the term for this amendment are from July 1, 2022, through June 30, 2023, in the amount of $274,206.00 in federal funding. Commissioner Buck moved to approve said amendment and authorize the Chair to sign and submit electronically. The motion, which was seconded by Commissioner Moreno, carried unanimously. EJ 14) CONSIDER CONTRACT ID #5965 INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT FOR CONTRIBUTION FOR ROADWAY IMPROVEMENTS FOR CRS 74 AND 33 INTERSECTION ROUNDABOUT PROJECT AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN — TOWN OF EATON: Michael Bedell, Department of Public Works, stated the Intergovernmental Agreement is pursuant to a partnership with the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT), the Town of Eaton, and Weld County. He stated it includes a financial commitment letter from the Town of Eaton to the County for funds committed in the amount of $22,696.00, which is owed to the County prior to December 31, 2023. Commissioner Saine moved to approve said agreement and authorize the Chair to sign. Commissioner Freeman seconded the motion and it carried unanimously. PLANNING: 1) CONSIDER PARTIAL VACATION OF TWO -LOT RECORDED EXEMPTION, RECX18-0076, FOR REMOVAL OF LOT B - CHRIS AND CHRISTINE GLOVER: Angela Snyder, Department of Planning Services, stated staff received a letter from the applicants requesting removal of Lot B from Recorded Exemption, RECX18-0076, leaving an unplatted parcel of land larger than 35 acres in size. She gave a brief overview of the property history and location and further stated Lot A is not a part of this request. She explained staff recommends approval subject to the following Conditions: 1) the applicant shall create a 60 -foot -wide minimum access and utility easement that will need to be recorded to provide Minutes, Wednesday, June 15, 2022 2022-1648 Page 4 BC0016 access to Lot A of RECX18-0076 and Lot A of 1AMRECX18-11-4999, and 2) the applicant shall submit an exemption vacation plat and deed reflecting these changes, and upon approval, signed and sent to be recorded. Tammy Ellerman, Orr Land Company and applicant representative, was present for questions. No public testimony was offered concerning this matter. Commissioner Saine moved to approve said partial vacation. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Buck and it carried unanimously. 2) CONSIDER PARTIAL VACATION OF TWO -LOT RECORDED EXEMPTION, RECX15-0060, FOR REMOVAL OF LOT B - CHRIS AND CHRISTINE GLOVER: Ms. Snyder stated staff received a letter from the applicants requesting removal of Lot B from Recorded Exemption, RECX15-0060, leaving an unplatted parcel of land larger than 35 acres in size. She gave a brief overview of the property history, location, and stated Lot A is not a part of this request. She explained stated this action would not affect Lot A, as there is a separate access and utility easement, and stated staff recommends approval. Ms. Ellerman, Orr Land Company and applicant representative, was present for questions. No public testimony was offered concerning this matter. Commissioner Buck moved to approve said partial vacation. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Freeman, and it carried unanimously. 3) CONSIDER PARTIAL VACATION OF TWO -LOT RECORDED EXEMPTION, RECX15-0108, FOR REMOVAL OF LOT B - CHRIS AND CHRISTINE GLOVER: Ms. Snyder stated staff received a letter from the applicants requesting removal of Lot B from Recorded Exemption, RECX15-0108, leaving an unplatted parcel of land larger than 35 acres in size. She gave a brief overview of the property history, location, and stated Lot A is not a part of this request. She further explained this action would affect Lot A, as there is a new access and utility easement required, and staed staff recommends approval subject to the following Conditions: 1) the applicant shall create a 60 -foot -wide minimum access and utility easement that will need to be recorded to provide access to Lot A of RECX18-0076 and Lot A of 1AMRECX18-11-4999, and 2) the applicant shall submit an exemption vacation plat and deed reflecting these changes, and upon approval, signed and sent to be recorded. Ms. Ellerman, Orr Land Company and applicant representative, was present for questions. No public testimony was offered concerning this matter. Commissioner Saine moved to approve said partial vacation. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Buck and it carried unanimously. 4) CONSIDER PARTIAL VACATION OF TWO -LOT RECORDED EXEMPTION, RECX20-0086, FOR REMOVAL OF LOT B - WCR 19-20, LLC, C/O RICHARD JOHNSON: Ms. Snyder stated staff received a letter from the applicants requesting removal of Lot B from Recorded Exemption, RECX20-0086, leaving an unplatted parcel of land larger than 35 acres in size. She gave a brief overview of the property history, location, and stated Lot A is not a part of this request. She further explained this action would affect Lot A, as a new access and utility easement is required, and stated staff recommends approval subject to the following Conditions: 1) the applicant shall create a 15 -foot -wide minimum access and utility easement which shall be recorded to provide access to Lot A of RECX20-0086, with a copy submitted to the Department of Planning Services, or alternatively, the applicant may submit signed documentation from the property owners of Lot A, Gregory and Hidalia Robles, agreeing to abandon the easement and access the property in a different location, and 2) the applicant shall submit an exemption vacation plat and deed reflecting these changes, and upon approval, signed and sent to be recorded. Richard Johnson, Managing partner of WCR 19-20, LLC, was present for questions. No public testimony was offered concerning this matter. Commissioner Freeman moved to approve said partial vacation. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Buck and it carried unanimously. RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES: The Resolutions were presented and signed as listed on the Consent Agenda. No Ordinances were approved. Minutes, Wednesday, June 15, 2022 Page 5 2022-1648 BC0016 Let the minutes reflect that the above and foregoing actions were attested to and respectfully submitted by the Clerk to the Board. There being no further business, this meeting was adjourned at 9:45 a.m. These Minutes were approved on the 29th day of June, 2022. BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WELT% COUNTY, COLORADO ATTEST: ddeet,t) r. 49;,,k Weld County Clerk to the Board BY: f\) epu-ty Clerk to the Board sel t K. James, Chair Mi eman, Pro-Te rry L. 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