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Home My WebLink About20140077.tiff RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS MINUTES BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WELD COUNTY, COLORADO JANUARY 8, 2014 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 8, 2014, at the hour of 9:00 a.m. e 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 Douglas Rademacher, Chair Commissioner, Barbara Kirkmeyer Pro-Tem Commissioner Sean P. Conway Commissioner Mike Freeman Commissioner William F. Garcia Also present: County Attorney, Bruce T. Barker Acting Clerk to the Board, Susan Brown Director of Finance and Administration, Monica Mika Fi MINUTES: Commissioner Conway moved to approve the minutes of the Board of County Commissioners meeting of January 6, 2014, as printed. Commissioner Garcia seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. AMENDMENTS TO AGENDA: Commissioner Kirkmeyer moved to amend the agenda to add under BIDS: 1) Approve Bid #61300201, Engineering Services RFQ - Related to 2013 Flood - Department of Public Works. Seconded by Commissioner Conway, the motion carried unanimously. CONSENT AGENDA: Commissioner Conway moved to approve the Consent Agenda as printed. Commissioner Freeman seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. e PUBLIC INPUT: Doug Meyer, County resident, referred to an article in the Greeley Tribune, spoke in opposition to pro-amnesty for illegal immigrants, takings for environmental issues, Senate Bill 252, and in regard to income inequality. He also informed the Commissioners about an upcoming e-series on 'Coordination' put out by the American Stewards of Liberty. Commissioner Conway said Lori Bell will be returning to her post at the Pawnee Grasslands, which is good news. I] COMMISSIONER COORDINATOR REPORTS: Commissioner Conway invited the public to an important meeting of the new Groundwater Coalition, whose goal is to make sure other water roundtables give adequate consideration to groundwater. In reference to House Bill 1278, he said the study is complete and being evaluated by the legislators, and Representative Randy Fisher, the bill's co-author, will talk about legislation he intends to introduce this year. He also attended the SARI Minutes, January 8, 2014 2014-0077 Ph" Page 1 BC0016 Conference in Oklahoma City, where he was one of a dozen speakers, and he met with legislators from around the country. El Commissioner Kirkmeyer noted that Colorado Counties, Inc., is developing a twitter page for instant notice about legislative issues. The Transportation Commission approved $30 million of CMAC funds off the top; she and Elizabeth Relford, Department of Public Works, have been meeting with the Governor's Energy Office for nine months. They will now be able to work within the County to put in another station, or two, and acquire funding for fleets as well; private companies will be able to apply for funds to convert to natural gas, as well as fire and school districts. BIDS: 1 1) APPROVE BID #61300201, ENGINEERING SERVICES RFQ - RELATED TO 2013 FLOOD - DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS: Trevor Jiricek, Director of General Services, referred to Monday's work session and explained this bid is exceptional in that staff is seeking the Board's approval to enter into contracts with four firms selected by review: Ayres and Associates, Atkins North America, Inc., ICON Engineering, Inc., and Bohannan Huston. Commissioner Conway noted these engineers will do assessments (up to design) of the roads that still need repair. Mr. Jiricek added there are approximately 30 projects which need to be evaluated and ready before spring run-off, which is why four firms were selected. In response to Commissioner Kirkmeyer, Mr. Jiricek said, although this is the first time for this process, it worked very well. Commissioner Conway moved to approve the bid as recommended by staff. Seconded by Commissioner Kirkmeyer, the motion carried unanimously. NEW BUSINESS: e 1) CONSIDER QUIT CLAIM MINERAL DEED AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN - VICTOR HANSON LIVING TRUST - VICTOR HANSON, TRUSTEE, C/O VICKIE GREEN: Stephanie Arries, Assistant County Attorney, explained the rights to this were established by court order, but further relinquishment by the County is needed. Commissioner Kirkmeyer moved to approve said deed and authorize the Chair to sign. Seconded by Commissioner Conway, the motion carried unanimously. 2) CONSIDER APPOINTMENT OF RYAN ROSE AS CHIEF INFORMATION OFFICER: Mr. Rose introduced himself: he has lived in Greeley and worked for the University of Northern Colorado for almost 20 years, has two kids, is on the Greeley Parks and Recreation Board, and coaches football, basketball and baseball. Commissioner Kirkmeyer moved to approve said appointment. Seconded by Commissioner Conway, the motion carried unanimously. IEI 3) CONSIDER APPOINTMENT OF REBECCA KOPPES-CONWAY TO YOUTH AND FAMILY CONNECTIONS BOARD AND EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE: Commissioner Conway recused himself. Commissioner Kirkmeyer moved to approve said appointment. Seconded by Commissioner Garcia, the motion carried unanimously. Commissioner Kirkmeyer noted Ms. Koppes-Conway, a retired judge, makes a great addition to this board. Commissioner Freeman noted Ms. Koppes-Conway has tremendous knowledge of Senate Bill 94 and the 1451 dollars available. 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 Acting Clerk to the Board. Minutes, January 8, 2014 2014-0077 Page 2 BC0016 There being no further business, this meeting was adjourned at 9:29 a.m. BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS ��""��t WELD COUNTY, COLORADO ATTEST: G.evir,,Xz cck rut)64 d� �n4 c ar- Dou I Radema her Chair Weld County Clerk to the Board Barbara Kirkmeye , Pro-Tem BY. Deputy Clerk o the Board ll. frt �► an P. Conway 1861 t 'kV - _ e Free \\..t,_cmis IV W"iam . Garcia Minutes, January 8, 2014 2014-0077 Page 3 BC0016 Hello