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MINUTES
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
WELD COUNTY, COLORADO
AUGUST 8, 2016
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, August 8, 2016, 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 Sean P. Conway, Pro -Tern
Commissioner Julie A. Cozad
Commissioner Barbara Kirkmeyer
Commissioner Steve Moreno
Also present:
County Attorney, Bruce Barker
Clerk to the Board, Esther Gesick
Senior Accountant, Chris D'Ovidio
• MINUTES: Commissioner Kirkmeyer moved to approve the minutes of the Board of County
Commissioners meeting of August 3, 2016, as printed. Commissioner Moreno seconded the motion, and
it carried unanimously.
12- CERTIFICATION OF HEARINGS: Commissioner Conway moved to approve the Certification of
Hearings conducted on August 3, 2016, as follows: 1) USR16-0016 - Saddle Butte Rockies Storage and
Terminal, LLC; and on August 4, 1016: 1) Board of Equalization. Commissioner Kirkmeyer seconded
the motion, which carried unanimously.
• AMENDMENTS TO AGENDA: There were no amendments to the agenda.
• CONSENT AGENDA: Commissioner Cozad moved to approve the Consent Agenda as printed.
Commissioner Moreno seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously.
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PRESENTATIONS:
• CENTENNIAL CIRCLE AWARD - UNITED WAY: Jeannine Truswell, United Way of Weld County,
stated the Centennial Circle Award is the highest recognition they can give and she also requested a
photo opportunity with the Board of Commissioners. (The partnership benefits many County residents.)
Commissioner Kirkmeyer stated she appreciates the partnership, both in the normal services and also
during emergency situations, such as the 2013 Flood event. Commissioner Moreno recognized the
leadership of Ms. Truswell and expressed his appreciation for all that she does for Weld County.
Commissioner Conway commented the Flood Recovery Committee is still meeting and is down to only
one house that was affected by the flood. He also mentioned 2-1-1, Project Connect, and various other
collaborative efforts. Commissioner Cozad stated the relationship is vital to providing services to the
citizens of Weld County, both during disaster recovery and the day-to-day assistance. Ms. Truswell
stated she appreciates the accolades of the Board; however, the purpose of the award is to recognize
the input and support of the Board of County Commissioners. Commissioner Cozad also referenced the
assistance with Child Care Quality Initiatives. Chair Freeman stated he appreciates the support of the
United Way Board. Ms. Truswell also recognized the professionalism of the County staff and stated the
citizens of Weld County should be proud. (Clerk's Note: The meeting was paused for a photo
opportunity.)
• PUBLIC INPUT: George Maxey, County resident of 62 years, addressed the Board concerning the
issue of pipeline companies that continue to pursue eminent domain and negatively impact valuable
farmland during the peak agricultural season. He stated the proposed oil and gas regulations need to
limit the amount of pipeline easements that can be allowed. Commissioner Kirkmeyer added the impact
is long-standing because it impacts the crops for several years. O Tom Binder, County resident, stated
he has experienced pipelines that have come in without gaining prior permission and then the company
threatens eminent domain when the surface owners protest. He asserted the landowners pay property
taxes and then are treated like second-hand citizens when they assert their rights, and the pipeline
companies make no effort to compensate the land owners for lost crops. aTed Buderus, County
resident, stated although he does not want to have the County insert itself on private party agreements;
however, he agrees the threat of eminent domain is problematic and there should be a limit on the number
of pipelines that can impact a common property owner. = Dennis Hoshiko, County resident,
referenced an email message he submitted to the Board over the weekend, included in the record as an
Exhibit of Code Ordinance #2016-07 to be considered on August 15, 2016, for Final Reading. He
concurred with the previous testimony and stated it also limits the future use of the property to nothing
but agriculture for perpetuity due to the easements which benefit profitable, private and publically traded
businesses.
BIDS:
el 1) PRESENT BID #61600117, UPS RELOCATION (LAW ADMIN BUILDING) - DEPARTMENT
OF BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS: Trevor Jiricek, Director of General Services, stated two responses
were received, which will be reviewed and staff will make a recommendation on August 22, 2016.
• 2) PRESENT BID #61600106, CR 74 BOX CULVERT AND DELIVERY PROJECT -
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS: Mr. Jiricek stated only one response was received, which will be
reviewed and staff will make a recommendation on August 22, 2016. In response to Commissioner
Cozad, Mr. Jiricek stated two other vendors attended the pre -bid meeting, so staff will review why the
other vendors opted not to participate and determine whether to re -bid, or not.
NEW BUSINESS:
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1) CONSIDER AGREEMENT FOR SUBSTANCE ABUSE TREATMENT SERVICES FOR CHILD
WELFARE CLIENTS AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN - SIGNAL BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
NEM/ORK: Judy Griego, Director of the Department of Human Services, reviewed the terms of the
agreement to provide substance abuse treatment for child welfare clients. Commissioner Moreno moved
to approve said agreement and authorize the Chair to sign. The motion was seconded by Commissioner
Kirkmeyer, and it carried unanimously.
12 2) CONSIDER INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT FOR PURCHASE OF FOOD
PREPARATION SERVICES AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN - UNIVERSITY OF NORTHERN
COLORADO: Ms. Griego stated under this agreement UNC will provide approximately 60,000 meals for
seniors, annually. Commissioner Conway moved to approve said agreement and authorize the Chair to
sign. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Cozad. Commissioner Moreno commented he toured
the food service division and was impressed by the quality meals they provide and how they are
continuing to improve. There being no further discussion, the motion carried unanimously.
El 3) CONSIDER MASTER SERVICES AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN -
PARAGON AUDIT AND CONSULTING, INC.: At the request of the Department of Information
Technology, Commissioner Conway moved to continue the matter to Wednesday, August 10, 2016, to
allow Department Director, Ryan Rose, to be present. The motion, which was seconded by
Commissioner Kirkmeyer, carried unanimously.
el 4) CONSIDER MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING FOR ADULT TREATMENT COURT AND
AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN: Frank Haug, Assistant County Attorney, stated this is funding for Adult
Treatment Court. Judge Kerns thanked the Board for supporting the program and the MOU holds them
accountable to keep it successful. Each one of the Commissioners expressed their appreciation to Judge
Kerns and the other sponsors who provide treatment and strive to keep it successful by changing peoples'
lives for the better. Commissioner Conway moved to approve said memorandum of understanding and
authorize the Chair to sign. Commissioner Cozad seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously.
5) CONSIDER CHAIR'S SIGNATURE ON RESOLUTION OF THE WELD COUNTY TASK FORCE
CONTROL BOARD AUTHORIZING TRANSFER OF EQUITABLE SHARING FUNDS: Bruce Barker,
County Attorney, stated this will allow the purchase of new bomb squad gear. The motion, to approve
and authorize Chair to sign which was made by Commissioner Moreno, and seconded by Commissioner
Kirkmeyer, carried unanimously.
El 6) CONSIDER AGREEMENT FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES FOR REMODEL SHOOTING
RANGE AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN - S2 GENERAL CONTRACTING, LLC: Toby Taylor,
Director of Buildings and Grounds, reviewed the terms of the informal bid and advised the low bid is S2
General Contracting, LLC. Commissioner Conway moved to approve said agreement and authorize the
Chair to sign. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Cozad, and it carried unanimously.
12 7) CONSIDER RENEWAL APPLICATION FOR OPTIONAL PREMISES LIQUOR LICENSE AND
AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN - FRITZLER FARMS, INC., DBA FRITZLER CORN MAZE: Frank Haug,
Assistant County Attorney, presented the renewal application and noted the Sheriffs Office reported
there have been no calls for service, and recommended approval. Commissioner Cozad moved to grant
said license renewal and authorize the Chair to sign. Seconded by Commissioner Kirkmeyer, the motion
carried unanimously.
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• 8) CONSIDER RAILROAD CROSSING RENEWAL AGREEMENT FOR IMPROVEMENTS TO
GRADE CROSSING ON CR 48.5 AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
OF COLORADO, LLC: Michael Bedell, Department of Public Works, gave a brief description of the
project and terms of the agreement. Commissioner Kirkmeyer requested he prepare a letter to the Town
of Johnstown describing the work being done in their area. Commissioner Conway suggested the
amounts for the investment should also be included for informational purposes which will also inform the
public. Commissioner Cozad stated she will take a copy of the letter to the Town Board meeting.
Commissioner Kirkmeyer moved to approve said agreement and authorize the Chair to sign. The motion,
which was seconded by Commissioner Conway, carried unanimously.
la 9) CONSIDER AGREEMENT FOR RELOCATION OF GAS/OIL FACILITIES FOR COUNTY
ROAD 47 AND STATE HIGHWAY 392 INTERSECTION PROJECT AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN
- DCP MIDSTREAM, LP: Mr. Bedell described the project and reviewed the terms and provisions to
purchase right-of-way on behalf of CDOT for the coordinated project. In response to Commissioner
Cozad, Mr. Bedell confirmed it will be paid for by project funds. He also addressed Commissioner
Conway's question regarding the line being north of SH 392. Commissioner Cozad moved to approve
said agreement and authorize the Chair to sign. Commissioner Moreno seconded the motion, and it
carried unanimously.
El 10) CONSIDER TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF CR 17 BETWEEN CRS 50 AND 52: Evan Pinkham,
Department of Public Works, stated the road will be closed from August 5, 2016, through August 8, 2016.
The motion to approve said temporary closure, was made by Commissioner Conway, and seconded by
Commissioner Cozad. Mr. Pinkham confirmed this closure is near the previously discussed projects;
however, they will be happening at different times. There being no further discussion, the motion carried
unanimously.
• 11) CONSIDER TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF CR 48.5 BETWEEN CRS 17 AND 21: Mr. Pinkham
stated CR 48.5 will be closed from August 19, 2016, through August 22, 2016. The motion to approve
said temporary closure, which was made by Commissioner Moreno, and seconded by Commissioner
Kirkmeyer, carried unanimously.
• 12) CONSIDER TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF CR 40 BETWEEN CRS 1 AND 3: Mr. Pinnkham
stated CR 40 will be closed from August 16, 2016, through August 19, 2016, with the work to be
completed by the Department of Public Works for a culvert replacement. The motion to approve said
temporary closure, which was made by Commissioner Cozad, and seconded by Commissioner
Kirkmeyer, carried unanimously.
13) CONSIDER CORRECTION TO ONE (1) OIL AND GAS LEASE TERM AND AUTHORIZE
CHAIR TO SIGN - EXTRACTION OIL AND GAS, LLC: Esther Gesick, Clerk to the Board, confirmed this
document will correct the length of the lease term. Commissioner Conway moved to approve said
correction to the lease term and authorize the Chair to sign. The motion was seconded by Commissioner
Moreno, and it carried unanimously.
14) CONSIDER BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS ADJOURNING AS BOARD OF
EQUALIZATION FOR CALENDAR YEAR 2016: Chair Freeman and the Board thanked Ms. Gesick and
the Clerk to the Board staff for all of their administrative work in making this a smooth appeal process.
Commissioner Kirkmeyer moved to Adjourn as the Board of Equalization for 2016. Commissioner
Conway seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.
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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 10:07 a.m.
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
WELD COUNTY, COLORADO
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