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Home My WebLink About20200861.tiffRECORD OF PROCEEDINGS MINUTES BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WELD COUNTY, COLORADO WEDNESDAY, MARCH 11, 2020 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, March 11, 2020, 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 Mike Freeman, Chair Commissioner Steve Moreno, Pro-Tem Commissioner Scott K. James Commissioner Barbara Kirkmeyer — EXCUSED Commissioner Kevin D. Ross Also present: County Attorney, Bruce Barker Acting Clerk to the Board, Bri White Controller, Barbara Connolly El MINUTES: Commissioner Ross moved to approve the minutes of the Board of County Commissioners meeting of March 9, 2020, as printed. Commissioner Moreno seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. AMENDMENTS TO AGENDA: Commissioner James moved to amend item #7 under New Business as follows: 7) Consider Temporary Closure of CR 72 Between CRs 27 and 29. Commissioner Moreno seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. IM CONSENT AGENDA: Commissioner Ross moved to approve the Consent Agenda, as printed. Commissioner James seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. PUBLIC INPUT: Bill Gillard, Greeley resident, welcomed Commissioner Ross and complimented Commissioner Ross's strong voice in the community. Mr. Gillard shared concerns regarding the dangerous conditions of the intersection of County Roads 392 and 49; he also commended Commissioner Ross' suggestion to establish a budget for the County Council. Steve Teets, Greeley resident, referenced a Greeley Tribune article discussing Weld County becoming part of Wyoming and Chair Freeman stated the County Commissioners are not actively participating in the discussion of annexing into Wyoming. Mr. Teets further requested a regional transportation authority and suggested the Commissioners increase the number of Commissioner elected representatives, as the Weld County population is growing. Chair Freeman explained other counties in Colorado consist of three (3) Commissioners, but Weld County has five (5) because it is a Home Rule Charter. ds/13 Minutes, Wednesday, March 11, 2020 Page 1 2020-0861 BC0016 IE WARRANTS: 1) GENERAL WARRANTS - MARCH 10, 2020: Commissioner Moreno moved to approve the General Warrants, as printed. Commissioner James seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. El BIDS: 1) PRESENT BID #B2000080, EVIDENCE STORAGE ADDITION - DEPARTMENT OF BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS: Rob Turf, Purchasing Department, stated staff received ten (10) bids and will make a recommendation on March 25, 2020. 2) PRESENT BID #62000098, MOSQUITO TRAPPING AND SURVEILLANCE SERVICES — DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENT: Mr. Turf stated 12 vendors downloaded the specifications and one (1) bid was received. Staff will make a recommendation on March 25, 2020. NEW BUSINESS: 1) CONSIDER RECOMMENDATION OF APPOINTMENTS TO JUVENILE SERVICES PLANNING COMMITTEE: Commissioner Moreno moved to approve said recommended appointments. The motion was seconded by Commissioner James, and it carried unanimously. 2) CONSIDER CONTRACT ID #3418 CHILD PROTECTION AGREEMENT FOR SERVICES AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN - KPJ FIRST SERVICES, LLC: Tami Grant, Deputy Director of the Department of Human Services, shared the agreement supports essential home studies for foster families. Commissioner Moreno moved to approve said agreement and authorize the Chair to sign. Seconded by Commissioner Ross, the motion carried unanimously. El 3) CONSIDER CONTRACT ID #3370 AGREEMENT AMENDMENT TO PURCHASE OUT -OF - HOME PLACEMENT SERVICES AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN - ARIEL CLINICAL SERVICES: Ms. Grant stated the amendment adds facilities and updates facility exhibits. Commissioner James moved to approve said agreement amendment and authorize the Chair to sign. The motion, which was seconded by Commissioner Ross, carried unanimously. la 4) CONSIDER CONTRACT ID #3424 INDIVIDUAL PROVIDER CONTRACT FOR PURCHASE OF FOSTER CARE SERVICES IN A FOSTER CARE HOME AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN - DUSTIN AND SAMANTHA BROWN: Ms. Grant explained the contract expands and extends the ability to serve foster families. Commissioner Moreno moved to approve said contract and authorize the Chair to sign. Commissioner James seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. El 5) CONSIDER CONTRACT ID #3427 MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING FOR STATE APPRENTICESHIP EXPANSION FUNDS AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN -ARAPAHOE COUNTY: Ms. Grant stated the grant funds support eligible Registered Apprenticeships throughout Colorado. The motion to approve said memorandum of understanding and authorize the Chair to sign, was made by Commissioner Ross, seconded by Commissioner Moreno, and it carried unanimously. 6) CONSIDER SPECIAL EVENTS PERMIT AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN - THE WILD ANIMAL SANCTUARY, A COLORADO NON-PROFIT CORPORATION: Jessica Melton, applicant, stated the 2020 special events permit is for all of their annual events for the upcoming season. Bob Choate, Assistant County Attorney, explained details regarding permitted alcohol consumption at the annual fundraising events, which have been approved by the Board since 2010. Commissioner Ross shared his enjoyment in attending these events in the past. Commissioner James moved to approve said permit and authorize Chair to sign. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Moreno, and it carried Minutes, Wednesday, March 11, 2020 Page 2 2020-0861 BC0016 unanimously. 7) CONSIDER TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF CR 72 BETWEEN CRS 27 AND 29: Amy Mutchie, Department of Public Works, shared the road closure will occur from March 12, 2020, to April 2, 2020, for the installation of a 30 -inch water main as part of the Eaton Pipeline Project. Ms. Mutchie explained the detour routes are either paved or magnesium -chloride treated. Commissioner Ross moved to approve said temporary closure. Seconded by Commissioner James, the motion carried unanimously. PLANNING: 1) CONSIDER APPLICATION FOR SMALL BUSINESS INCENTIVE PROGRAM AND AUTHORIZE RELEASE OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT TRUST FUNDS (TIER I) - MEADOW RIDGE HOLDINGS, LLC: Tom Parko, Director of the Department of Planning Services, explained the applicant provides lease space for outside storage reimbursement in the amount of $20,000.00 and qualifies under Tier I of the program. Mr. Parko stated the Small Business Incentive Program began four (4) years ago to help small businesses with various fees, allowing their business to prosper, and he explained there are three tiers with a cap of 35 or fewer employees. Commissioner James moved to approve said application and authorize the release of Economic Development Trust Funds. Commissioner Moreno seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES: The resolutions were presented and signed as listed on the Consent Agenda. No Ordinances were approved. Let the minutes reflect that the above and foregoing actions were attested to and respectfully submitted by the Clerk to the Board. There being no further business, this meeting was adjourned at 9:16 a.m. BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WELD COUNTY, COLORADO ATTEST: ddekdo � jdo;ok, Weld County Clerk to the Board BY: eputy Clerk to the Board /AtI� :r: _ au.'1 EXCUSED DATE OF APPROVAL Mike Freeman, Chair Steve oreno, Pro-Tem t K. James XCUSED arbara Kirkmeyer 74_ c Kevin D. Ross Minutes, Wednesday, March 11, 2020 Page 3 2020-0861 BC0016 ATTENDSNCE LIST ©3/11/20 NAME - PLEASE PRINT LEGIBLY ADDRESS (CITY, STATE ZIP) EMAIL `' COUNTY QF . RESIDENCE SPEAKING (Y/N)? 316 t a i L i.-42..i 14-1 57=4-� Aye C :0441- , %il8g..4"4$L,� 1c.l,�-- Y ��+ S �.�� T Ad . 8 S 2 G•2e Ue.- S. 1 li/2 L (� yes Ttssi co. i ' ) e, /. iy 19% cyz S% kena Cbu, ff fSSirOva aA/ 11clJ� l sanr fir , of bill J Hello