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MINUTES
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
WELD COUNTY, COLORADO
JANUARY 14, 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, January 14, 2015, at the hour of 9:00 a.m.
IR 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-Tem
Commissioner Sean P. Conway
Commissioner Julie A. Cozad
Commissioner Steve Moreno
Also present:
County Attorney, Robert T. Frick
Clerk to the Board, Esther E. Gesick
Controller, Barbara Connolly
El MINUTES: Commissioner Moreno moved to approve the minutes of the Board of County
Commissioners meeting of January 12, 2015, as printed. Commissioner Conway seconded the motion,
and it carried unanimously.
AMENDMENTS TO AGENDA: There were no amendments to the agenda.
El CONSENT AGENDA: Commissioner Freeman moved to approve the Consent Agenda as
printed. Commissioner Conway seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously.
El PUBLIC INPUT: Lavelle Thornton, representing Family First Foundation, shared what he has
learned about Alzheimer's from personal experience. Chair Kirkmeyer expressed her appreciation for
the book, marked Exhibit A, and stated that many have been touched by Alzheimer's in some way. Mr.
Thornton stated that his wife passed away with Alzheimer's and that his was a happier story than what
is shared in the book. The author asked Mr. Thornton to represent her book and share his own story as
information for the County Commissioners to aid in the battle of early detection of this disease.
L COMMISSIONER COORDINATOR REPORTS: Commissioner Cozad stated she has learned a
lot in the first two weeks of her term, publically thanked Ms. Griego for her time explaining the various
programs relating to the Human Services Division and briefly reported on several meetings she has
attended. Commissioner Conway reported on the South Platte Round Table meeting reflecting a
concern for ground water as it relates to the South Platte vicinity. E Commissioner Freeman
attended the Weld County Office of Emergency Management Preparedness Training, which was open
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to the public and very informative for handling different types of emergencies. E Commissioner
Moreno concurred with Commissioner Cozad's thoughts regarding it being a challenging couple of
weeks. He stated his appreciation for the opportunities to work with various boards and gave a brief
overview of meeting attended, concluding with mention of the Weld County Farm Show set for
January 27 — 29. PI Chair Kirkmeyer extended an invitation to everyone for the Riding Together
Rally, January 15, 2015, at 3:30 p.m. at Island Grove. She reported that she will be representing the
board at the next County Council meeting, and gave a "shout out" to Public Works for responding
quickly to an issue affecting citizen travel regarding a bridge issue east of Lasalle on CR 50.5.
BIDS:
E 1) PRESENT BID #B1500028, RFQ, ENGINEERING DESIGN SERVICES, ROAD HAUL
PROJECTS ON CRS 13, 19 AND 126 - DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS: Trevor Jiricek, Director
of General Services, conveyed the department received statements of qualifications from six vendors
and stated this is a QBS best value process. Mr. Jiricek requested six weeks to allow for the lengthy
process of interviews to make a determination for presentation at a later date to be determined.
NEW BUSINESS:
El 1) CONSIDER CHILD PROTECTION AGREEMENT FOR SERVICES AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR
TO SIGN - ST. VRAIN VALLEY SCHOOL DISTRICT: Judy Griego, Director of the Department of
Human Services, reviewed the terms and provisions of the agreement for a partnership with the School
District for the Compass Program to prevent families from entering into the Child Welfare System.
Commissioner Conway moved to approve said agreement and authorize the Chair to sign. The motion
was seconded by Commissioner Cozad, and it carried unanimously.
Fl 2) CONSIDER PROPOSAL AND SUBSCRIPTION AGREEMENT FOR COMMUNICATIONS
CLOUD AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN - GOVDELIVERY, INC.: Jake Mundt, Department of
Information Technology, presented the proposal for communication resources including free
subscription for citizens to receive updates via email or text messages, and increased contiguity
between various platforms utilized by the County. Chair Kirkmeyer clarified the intent is to provide a
resource for projects that may impact citizens with the potential for many other topics going forward.
Commissioner Moreno moved to approve said proposal and agreement and authorize the Chair to sign.
Seconded by Commissioner Conway, the motion carried unanimously.
3) CONSIDER FILING OF CIVIL ACTION AGAINST MARK HAMILTON: Bob Choate, Assistant
County Attorney, explained the breach of contract action regarding Mr. Hamilton's refusal to sign the
deed of dedication and the need to ensure the County's right to file claim concerning past payment of
$41,258.00, cashed on January 23, 2012. Commissioner Conway verified Mr. Hamilton was informed of
the County's intent to take action. The motion, which was made by Commissioner Moreno, and
seconded by Commissioner Cozad, carried unanimously.
Fl 4) CONSIDER AGREEMENT FOR PURCHASE OF PUBLIC ROAD RIGHT-OF-WAY,
PERMANENT EASEMENT AND TEMPORARY CONSTRUCTION EASEMENT FOR CERTAIN
IMPROVEMENTS TO CR 49 AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN - CAROL AND JEROME
THROCKMORTON, JR: Leon Sievers, Department of Public Works, stated this is part of the CR 49
right-of-way acquisition project, and he reviewed the specific terms, provisions and associated costs for
the record. Commissioner Freeman moved to approve said agreement and authorize the Chair to sign.
The motion, which was seconded by Commissioner Cozad, carried unanimously.
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IR 5) CONSIDER SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN - CITY AND
COUNTY OF BROOMFIELD: Mr. Choate stated this agreement would settle the friendly condemnation
action against the City and County of Broomfield regarding their restrictions on their abilities to convey
property, further stating it was approved by the Broomfield City/County Council. Commissioner Conway
moved to approve said agreement and authorize the Chair to sign. The motion was seconded by
Commissioner Moreno, and it carried unanimously.
El 6) CONSIDER LAW ENFORCEMENT SPECIAL DUTY AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR
TO SIGN - TOWN OF GARDEN CITY: Deputy David Tuttle, Sheriff's Office, was present to answer
any questions. Commissioner Conway stated an annual update was provided by the Sheriff's Office in
a work session. Commissioner Moreno moved to approve said agreement and authorize the Chair to
sign. Seconded by Commissioner Conway, the motion carried unanimously.
7) CONSIDER LAW ENFORCEMENT SPECIAL DUTY AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR
TO SIGN - TOWN OF HUDSON: Commissioner Cozad moved to approve said agreement and
authorize the Chair to sign. The motion, which was seconded by Commissioner Conway, carried
unanimously.
le 8) CONSIDER LAW ENFORCEMENT SPECIAL DUTY AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR
TO SIGN - TOWN OF KEENESBURG: Commissioner Freeman moved to approve said agreement
and authorize the Chair to sign. Commissioner Conway seconded the motion, and it carried
unanimously.
El 9) CONSIDER LAW ENFORCEMENT SPECIAL DUTY AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR
TO SIGN - TOWN OF MEAD: In response to Commissioner Conway, Deputy Tuttle confirmed this
agreement does not include services to the Ritchie Brothers facility. Commissioner Conway moved to
approve said agreement and authorize the Chair to sign. The motion was seconded by Commissioner
Moreno, and it carried unanimously.
El 10) CONSIDER LAW ENFORCEMENT SPECIAL DUTY AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZE
CHAIR TO SIGN - TOWN OF SEVERANCE: Commissioner Moreno moved to approve said
agreement and authorize the Chair to sign. Commissioner Cozad seconded the motion. Chair
Kirkmeyer, regarding items 6-10, stated she does not believe the County should be providing these
services within municipalities; however, Sheriff Reams stated the County is recovering direct costs at
this time and he intends to have conversations with the municipalities concerning a plan for
transitioning to internal law enforcement as their communities continue to grow. There being no further
discussion, the motion 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.
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There being no further business, this meeting was adjourned at 9:43 a.m.
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