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MINUTES
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
WELD COUNTY, COLORADO
MONDAY, MAY 11, 2015
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, May 11, 2015, at the hour of 9:00 a.m.
El 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 Barbara Kirkmeyer, Chair
Commissioner Mike Freeman, Pro-Tern
Commissioner Sean P. Conway
Commissioner Julie A. Cozad
Commissioner Steve Moreno
Also present:
County Attorney, Robert T. Frick
Acting Clerk to the Board, Tisa Juanicorena
Controller, Barbara Connolly
e MINUTES: Commissioner Conway moved to approve the minutes of the Board of County
Commissioners meeting of May 6, 2015, as printed. Commissioner Moreno seconded the motion, and
it carried unanimously.
ka CERTIFICATION OF HEARINGS: Commissioner Freeman moved to approve the Certification of
Hearings conducted on May 6, 2015, as follows: 1) USR14-0068 - LaSalle Rental Property One, LLC,
do Herschel Holloway, (con't to 7/1/2015); 2) USR15-0003 - Martin Barron; and 3) PUDF14-0009 -
Barefoot Lakes, LLC, do Brookfield Residential Properties. Commissioner Cozad seconded the
motion, which carried unanimously.
O AMENDMENTS TO AGENDA: There were no amendments to the agenda.
O CONSENT AGENDA: Commissioner Moreno moved to approve the Consent Agenda as printed.
Commissioner Freeman seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously.
PROCLAMATIONS:
• 1) WELD COUNTY POLICE OFFICERS WEEK - MAY 10-16, 2015, AND PEACE OFFICERS
MEMORIAL DAY - MAY 14, 2015: Chair Kirkmeyer read the proclamation for the record. Sheriff Steve
Reams accepted the award on behalf of the Weld County Sheriff's Office and expressed his
appreciation for the recognition. He further stated this proclamation and memorial day is a part of the
healing process for family members of police officers killed in the line of duty. Sheriff Reams also
thanked Sargeant J.D. Brodarious for setting up the annual memorial event. Commissioner Conway
expressed his gratitude for the department and his shared grief over the slain peace officers in our
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community and beyond, and further recognized this proclamation and memorial as an opportunity to
remember those who risk their lives everyday and the hard work of those who serve. Commissioner
Cozad concurred with Commissioner Conway in thanking all the police officers who protect us, our
properties, and the system that is in place. Commissioner Freeman agreed with fellow commissioners
and communicated that 2015 has been a tough year and at times it seems like there is a war against
police officers. He encouraged the department to continue to protect and keep doing a great job and
lastly, and simply, said "thank you". Commissioner Moreno concurred with fellow commissioners in his
appreciation for all they do and how impressive it is in comparison to other counties in the state. Chair
Kirkmeyer agreed with all the comments being made and expressed her gratitude for Sheriff Reams
taking the helm and making numerous changes to keep Weld County safe. In response to
Commissioner Conway, Sheriff Reams, explained the collaborative effort to raise money for the fallen
officers to include auctioning the car that was driven by the late Deputy Brownlee and donating what is
raised to C.O.P.S., Concerns of Police Survivors, which is an organization that is very instrumental in
assisting survivors and helping families who have lost their loved ones in the line of duty. This
organization was a great help to the Brownlee family. He extended an invitation to the Board and the
public to attend the auction and the memorial. (Clerk's Note: The board paused for a photo
opportunity.)
O PUBLIC INPUT: Richard Bosley, Greeley Resident, stated this experience is overwhelming
regarding the hearing proceedings and conveyed his appreciation for the proclamation as his father
was in law enforcement. He shared some of the challenging life issues he is currently trying to address
to include being homeless, without a driver's license, health, housing, and further stated he feels the
system is broken and he needs guidance. Chair Kirkmeyer suggested he write out each issue he is
facing and come back to present it to the Board for answers or suggestions regarding assistance, and
she thanked Mr. Bosley for attending.
BIDS:
• 1) PRESENT BID #B1500077, PERMANENT FLOOD REPAIR (THOMPSON BASIN) -
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS: Trevor Jiricek, Director of General Services, presented the four
(4) bids received and stated that staff will make a recommendation on May 27, 2015. In response to
Commissioner Conway, Mr. Jiricek conveyed staff will examine the gap between vendor submittals and
mentioned three (3) of the four (4) came in under budget.
NEW BUSINESS:
• 1) CONSIDER EXPENDITURE AUTHORIZATION FOR EMPLOYMENT SERVICES PROGRAM
AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN: Judy Griego, Director of Department of Human Services,
presented the terms of the expenditure and stated the State Youth Council awarded the Employment
Services of Weld County (ESWC) Youth Program with a Promising Practices award of $1,000.00, to be
used primarily toward outreach materials promoting a Healthcare Career Boot Camp in collaboration
with Aims Community College. Commissioner Cozad moved to approve said expenditure authorization
and authorize the Chair to sign. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Freeman, and it carried
unanimously.
El 2) CONSIDER VETERANS SERVICE OFFICER'S MONTHLY REPORT AND CERTIFICATION
OF PAY FOR MARCH 2015, AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN: Toby Taylor, Veteran's Officer,
presented the monthly report of services rendered. Commissioner Conway expressed his appreciation
for the outreach efforts in this location and the southwest County location and commended Deon Harris
of Veteran's Services. Commissioner Conway moved to approve said report and authorize the Chair to
sign. The motion, which was seconded by Commissioner Freeman, carried unanimously.
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3) CONSIDER TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF CR 63 BETWEEN CR 10 AND ST HWY 52: Janet
Lundquist, Department of Public Works, conveyed the terms of the closure effective May 26, 2015,
through May 29, 2015, and stated it is for a drainage culvert replacement and staff will be using water
for dust abatement on the gravel portions of the detour route and standard road signs and barricades
for the closure. Ms. Ludquist further mentioned, in regard to other matters, there may be a delay in the
schedule of upcoming projects due to the recent inclement weather and she may have to return for
Board approval for a change of dates. Commissioner Conway moved to approve said temporary
closure. The motion, which was seconded by Commissioner Cozad, carried unanimously.
4) CONSIDER TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF CR 10 BETWEEN CRS 63 AND 65: Ms. Lundquist
detailed the terms of the closure effective May 18, 2015, through May 21, 2015, and stated it is for an
irrigation culvert replacement. Staff will be using water for dust abatement on the gravel portions of the
detour route and standard road signs and barricades for the duration of the closure. Commissioner
Moreno moved to approve said temporary closure and it was seconded by Commissioner Conway, who
mentioned his appreciation for the Department of Public Works regarding their efforts to maintain the
roads during the recent rain and snow storms. The motion carried unanimously. Commissioner
Freeman commented on the rarity of needing to man both the flood desk and snow desk at the same
time, to which Ms. Lundquist communicated the impressive job done over the last week regarding road
closures, snow removal and assistance. Commissioner Cozad added her appreciation for the
Department of Public Works and also communicated her gratitude for Roy Rudisill, Director of Office of
Emergency Management and Jennifer Finch, Public Information Officer, stating they also worked all
weekend getting information out to the public and keeping people safe. Commissioner Moreno and
Chair Kirkmeyer concurred with the other comments made by fellow commissioners and expressed
their appreciation as well.
5) CONSIDER CHANGE ORDER NO. 2 FOR WELD COUNTY PARKWAY PROJECT AND
AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN - FLATIRON CONSTRUCTORS: Mike Bedell, Department of Public
Works, stated this request is related to the ongoing construction of the Weld County Parkway and the
unforeseen circumstances requiring clean up to include hauling items to the landfill which resulted in
this request to reimburse the contractor for services rendered. Commissioner Conway moved to
approve said Change Order and authorize the Chair to sign. The motion was seconded by
Commissioner Cozad, and it carried unanimously.
CI 6) CONSIDER DECLARING CERTAIN EQUIPMENT AS SURPLUS PROPERTY, APPROVE
SALE OF SAME AT AUCTION WITH ROLLER AND ASSOCIATES, AND AUTHORIZE CONTROLLER
TO SIGN ANY NECESSARY DOCUMENTS: Barbara Connolly, Controller, presented the list of items
to be auctioned, as shown on Exhibit A, and stated the auction is scheduled for May 13, 2015.
Commissioner Freeman moved to approve said declaration of certain equipment as surplus and
authorize the Controller to sign. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Moreno, and it carried
unanimously.
PLANNING:
El 1) FINAL READING OF CODE ORDINANCE #2015-5, IN THE MATTER OF REPEALING AND
REENACTING WITH AMENDMENTS, CHAPTER 20 IMPACT FEES, OF THE WELD COUNTY CODE:
Chair Kirkmeyer requested a motion to read by title only which was made by Commissioner Conway
and seconded by Commissioner Cozad, and carried unanimously. Tom Parko, Director of Planning
Services, stated there were no changes since the second reading. No public input was offered. The
motion to approve on Final Reading, which was made by Commissioner Moreno, and seconded by
Commissioner Freeman, carried unanimously.
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RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES: The resolutions were presented and signed as listed on the
Consent Agenda. Code Ordinance #2015-5 was approved on Final Reading.
Let the minutes reflect that the above and foregoing actions were attested to and respectfully submitted
by the Clerk to the Board.
There being no further business, this meeting was adjourned at 9:34 a.m.
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
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