Chaffee County public meetings in 2024
70 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
County Board
The Airport Advisory Board is meeting to discuss the sale of the Walt Harder Hangar. The board will also review the 2025 Airshow and CDOT design and engineering for the fuel farm and Taxiway A.
- Walt Harder Hangar sale
- Fuel Farm/Taxiway A Design, Environmental, and Engineering (CDOT)
- 2025 Airshow planning
Board of County Commissioners
The commissioners will consider several routine items, including approval of the December 10 meeting minutes and acknowledgment of the Treasurer's November report. They will adopt Resolution 2024-87, adding the Development Review Manual appendices to the Chaffee County Land Use Code. The board will vote on a $78,000 agreement with 50 West Productions for video production services for the Chaffee County Visitors Bureau. A ribbon‑cutting ceremony for the new Public Safety Complex at 200 Steele Drive is scheduled for 11:00 am.
- Approve minutes of the December 10, 2024 regular meeting
- Adopt Development Review Manual appendices to the Land Use Code (Resolution 2024-87)
- Acknowledge the Treasurer's monthly report for November 2024
- Approve $78,000 contract with 50 West Productions for video services to the Visitors Bureau
- Ribbon‑cutting ceremony for the Chaffee County Public Safety Complex at 200 Steele Drive
County Board
The Chaffee County Heritage Area Advisory Board will meet to review previous minutes and discuss executive committee positions. The board will also receive updates on the TravelStorys app and byways.
- Review of November meeting minutes
- New Executive Committee members and position renewals
- TravelStorys app update
- Byways update
- Setting the 2025 meeting schedule
Board of County Commissioners
The Board will adopt the proposed 2025 county budget, including resolutions summarizing expenditures and revenues, levying general property taxes, and appropriating funds. They will also consider several consent agenda items such as an airport intergovernmental agreement update, a lot‑line elimination in Buena Vista, and liquor‑license renewals for two businesses. Additional items include contract awards for sheriff headquarters architectural services and USGS PFAS testing grant, a public hearing on a 12‑acre subdivision, financing for the Buena Vista Public Safety Complex, and adoption of new planning and zoning fee schedules and development manuals.
- Adopt Resolution 2024-74, 2024-75, and 2024-76 to approve the 2025 county budget and levy property taxes
- Approve Resolution 2024-86 authorizing lease‑purchase financing for the Buena Vista Public Safety Complex
- Award contract for architectural services on the Chaffee County Sheriff's Hwy 50 Headquarters project
- Public hearing on Pikul Projects Major Subdivision to subdivide approximately 12.28 acres into six building lots
- Adopt Resolution 2024-85 establishing a new fee schedule for Planning & Zoning applications
County Board
The Chaffee County Visitors Bureau is meeting to discuss 2025 meeting dates and board term updates. The board is reviewing several funding requests and contracts for tourism advertising and media production.
- Video Production Specialist contract recommendation for 50 West Productions: $78,000
- Miles Partnership Colorado Tourism Office Advertising 2025: $72,600
- Colorado Tourism Office Tourism Paid Media Cooperative: $20,000
- WebCam Streaming Specialist renewal for Absolute Computer Design: $10,000
Board of Commissioners Work Session - 2nd Monday
The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to receive updates from several county departments and agencies, including the Chaffee Housing Authority, the Housing Trust, the IT Department, the County Attorney's Office, and the Southern Colorado Economic Development District. Commissioners will discuss updates to the intergovernmental agreement with the City of Salida for the operation and management of Salida Airport‑Harriet Alexander Field, and consider adopting Development Review Engineering Criteria Manuals as appendices to the Land Use Code. No formal actions or decisions will be taken during this work session.
- Chaffee Housing Authority update – presented by interim ED Marjo Curgus
- Chaffee Housing Trust update – presented by Read McCulloch
- Discussion of updates to the Intergovernmental Agreement for Salida Airport‑Harriet Alexander Field
- Discussion of adopting Development Review Engineering Criteria Manuals as Land Use Code appendices
- IT Department update – presented by Danny Gallegos
Board of County Commissioners
The commissioners will review a major subdivision request from applicant Joe Cooper while a temporary moratorium is in effect. They will also vote on a second amendment to the Hill Ranch settlement and confirm funding direction for the 2025 Marijuana Excise Tax Advisory Board. A public hearing will be held on a land exchange proposal at 6730 County Road 107, and a housing trust funding request for River Village Mobile Home Park will be considered.
- Consider Request for Acceptance of Major Subdivision Application (Applicant Joe Cooper) during temporary moratorium
- Approve Hill Ranch Second Amendment to Settlement Agreement and Revegetation Plan
- Confirm direction for Marijuana Excise Tax Advisory Board funding allocation and 2025 grant process
- Public hearing on SSG Holdings land exchange and right‑of‑way dedication at 6730 County Road 107, Salida
- Consider Chaffee Housing Trust funding request for acquisition of River Village Mobile Home Park
County Board
The Chaffee County Fair Committee will vote on the November 2024 meeting minutes. The committee will hear reports from the treasurer, manager, and extension. It will discuss old business items such as fair book advertising, entertainment, vendor recruitment, and contract handling. New business includes setting the deadline for committee member reappointment letters.
- Approval of November 2024 minutes
- Treasurer report
- Manager report
- Extension report
- Discussion of fair book advertising, entertainment, vendor recruitment, and contract handling
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider adopting the Development Review and Engineering Criteria Manuals as appendices to the Chaffey County Land Use Code. The commission will discuss whether to incorporate these manuals into the code. No other agenda items are listed.
- Public hearing to consider adopting Development Review and Engineering Criteria Manuals as appendices to the Land Use Code
County Board
The Chaffee County Emergency Telephone Authority board will hold a public hearing on the 2025 budget. The board will consider resolutions to appropriate funds and to adopt the budget. A coordinators report will be presented covering ESINet migration, FCC updates, Next Gen 9‑1‑1 and ECats, and monthly reports. The meeting will set the next regular meeting for January 23, 2025.
- Public hearing on the 2025 budget
- Resolution to appropriate sums of money for 2025
- Resolution to adopt the 2025 budget
- Coordinators report on ESINet migration
- Coordinators report on Next Gen 9‑1‑1 and ECats
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a continued public hearing regarding the adoption of the Chaffee County Land Use Code. The board is also reviewing a special event permit for a 2025 campout and legal engagements for land use and litigation.
- Public hearing for the adoption of the Chaffee County Land Use Code Rewrite Project
- Special Event Permit for Campout for the Cause at 6700 Old Corral Road, Salida (July 24-26, 2025)
- Engagement of Fairfield & Woods, P.C. as Special Land Use Counsel
- Engagement of Sullivan Green Seavy Jarvis LLC for Case No. 2024CA001593 Brown v Chaffee County
- Tax abatement consideration for 212 N Colorado Avenue, Buena Vista for the 2023 Tax Year
Planning Commission
The Chaffee County Planning Commission will consider two land-use requests. These include a request for a pre-existing store at a winery and a proposal to subdivide residential land into six lots.
- Mountain Spirit Winery (15750 County Road 220): Request to approve a pre-existing agricultural products store as an accessory use
- Pikul Projects (29240, 29320, and 29490 CR361): Proposal to subdivide approximately 12.28 acres into six building lots
Board of Commissioners Work Session - 2nd Monday
The Chaffee County Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss several updates and proposals. Topics include the Marijuana Excise Tax Advisory Board's grant process recommendations for FY2025, funding for The Grove early‑childhood center in the Buena Vista School District, and the 2025 holiday and BOCC meeting schedules. No formal actions or decisions will be taken during this session.
- Discuss Marijuana Excise Tax Advisory Board (METAB) recommendations for FY2025 grant process
- Discuss proposed funding for The Grove early‑childhood center project (Buena Vista School District) through the 2024‑2025 Chaffee Childcare Expansion Program
- Discuss and consider the 2025 holiday schedule
- Discuss the 2025 BOCC meeting schedule
- Chaffee Housing Authority update (interim executive director Marjo Curgus)
County Board
The board will discuss the nomination process for the Executive Committee and position renewals. The meeting also includes updates on the TravelStorys app and byways.
- Executive Committee nomination process and position renewals
- TravelStorys app update
- Byways update
- Review of September meeting minutes
Board of County Commissioners
The commissioners will consider several items, including a contract increase of about $48,100.38 for Dibble Engineering’s design work on the Fuel Farm Replacement at Salida Harriet Alexander Airport. They will hold a public hearing to adopt the rewritten Chaffey County Land Use Code. Additional agenda items include a liquor‑license modification for Independent Whitewater, a letter of support for the HRRMC Foundation’s Enterprise Zone renewal, and a proposal to join Fremont County in a civil lawsuit against former District Attorney Linda Stanley.
- ≈$48,100.38 increase to Dibble Engineering for expanded design work on the Fuel Farm Replacement at Salida Harriet Alexander Airport
- Engagement of Stifel, Nicolaus & Company to acquire funds through Certificates of Participation or Lease Purchase Agreements
- Public hearing: modification of liquor license for Independent Whitewater, DBA Drift In, 10832 County Road 165, Salida
- Consider letter of support to HRRMC Foundation for renewal of Enterprise Zone certification
- Public hearing to consider adoption of the Chaffey County Land Use Code as part of the Land Use Code Rewrite Project
County Board
The Chaffee County Visitors Bureau Board will discuss a tourism paid‑media cooperative that includes a $20,000 investment from the bureau and a $25,000 match from the Colorado Tourism Office, totaling $74,968. The board will also approve the minutes from the October 22, 2024 meeting and hear reports on a River Mamma video sponsorship, the Marketing Director, and board member updates.
- Approval of meeting minutes from October 22, 2024
- Review of River Mamma video sponsorship presented by Sarah Hamilton and Jillian Chernofsky
- Consideration of Colorado Tourism Office paid‑media cooperative: $20,000 CCVB investment, $25,000 CTO match, total $74,968
- Marketing Director report
- Board member reports (up to 15 minutes each)
Board of County Commissioners
The Chaffee County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing to consider the adoption of the Chaffee County Land Use Code. This is part of the Chaffee County Land Use Code Rewrite Project.
- Public hearing for the adoption of the Chaffee County Land Use Code
County Board
The Chaffee County Fair Committee will meet to set dates for the 2025 fair and discuss the consolidation of fair operations. The agenda includes updates on subcommittee meetings, advertising pricing, and contracts for entertainment and the carnival.
- Set dates for 2025 fair and subcommittee meetings
- Discuss 2025 fair advertising pricing and sales
- Review contracts for 2025 entertainment and carnival
- Update on 4-H Quarterly Leaders Meeting
- Discuss Fair and Shows Convention participation
Board of County Commissioners
The Board will consider several contracts, grant applications, and funding requests, including a $270,606.21 cost increase for the BV EMS facility and purchases for a landfill scale. It will also discuss a service fee change for county sales tax collection and support for library and courthouse projects. The meeting includes a public hearing to adopt the rewritten Chaffee County Land Use Code.
- Owner change orders increase BV EMS facility construction cost by $270,606.21 (Diesslin Structures, Inc.)
- Purchase of landfill scale for $81,000 and contractor installation for $84,000
- Resolution 2024-72 to change the service fee for county sales tax collection
- Public hearing to adopt the Chaffee County Land Use Code rewrite
- Letter of support for Buena Vista Library’s DOLA Energy and Mineral Impact Assistance Fund Tier II grant
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing to consider adopting the revised Chaffee County Land Use Code. They will also discuss several contracts, grant applications, and a proposed fee change for county sales tax collection. Additional items include a cost increase for the BV EMS facility and purchases for landfill equipment.
- Owner change orders for BV EMS facility construction increase cost by $270,606.21
- Termination of ground lease for Site N at the Airport and new lease for Ray Plumb
- Application to Colorado Bureau of Investigation grant for Sheriff Office drone acquisition
- Purchase of landfill scale ($81,000) and contractor for installation ($84,000)
- Resolution 2024-72 to change the service fee for county sales tax collection
Board of County Commissioners
The Chaffee County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing to consider adopting the county’s Land Use Code. This hearing is part of the ongoing Chaffey County Land Use Code Rewrite Project. No formal actions will be taken at this meeting.
- Public hearing to consider adoption of the Chaffey County Land Use Code (Land Use Code Rewrite Project)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a work session to review a draft of the proposed Chaffee County Land Use Code. No formal decisions or actions will be taken during this session.
- Review of Draft Proposed Chaffee County Land Use Code
County Board
The Airport Advisory Board will review several items related to Salida Airport operations. Topics include a proposed expansion of the Nelsen Amen hangar, termination of leases for Soaring Salida and Steve Bush, and a new lease agreement for Ray Plumb. The board will also discuss the 2025 airshow, upcoming meeting dates, and budget and project costs for 2025. Additional old‑business items cover airport capital improvement projects, an engineering RFQ, and design work for the fuel farm and taxiway.
- Nelsen Amen Hangar Expansion
- Soaring Salida Lease Termination
- Steve Bush Lease Termination
- Ray Plumb Lease Agreement
- 2025 Airshow
County Board
The Marijuana Excise Tax Advisory Board is meeting to review revenue collections and board terms. The body will discuss community funding gaps, funding criteria, and the plan for the 2025 grants cycle.
- Revenue collections update
- Community funding gaps and METAB funding criteria
- 2025 grants cycle plan
- Board terms and industry representation
County Board
The Chaffee County Visitors Bureau will meet virtually to review reports and discuss the role of tourism in the local economy. Jake Rishavy of the Chaffee County Economic Development Corporation is scheduled to lead this discussion.
- Discussion on tourism and visitors' importance to the local economy with Jake Rishavy
- Marketing Director Report
- Approval of September 24, 2024 meeting minutes
Planning Commission
The Chaffee County Planning Commission is holding a continued public hearing. The body will consider recommending the adoption of a proposed new Land Use Code.
- Public hearing regarding the proposed new Chaffee County Land Use Code
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to review the draft of the proposed Chaffee County Land Use Code. No decisions, policies, or formal actions will be taken at this meeting. The session is for discussion only and no official minutes will be kept.
- Review Draft of Proposed Chaffee County Land Use Code
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider recommending adoption of the proposed new Chaffee County Land Use Code. No other agenda items are listed for this meeting.
- Public hearing to consider recommending adoption of the proposed new Chaffee County Land Use Code
Board of County Commissioners
The Chaffee County Board of Commissioners will consider several consent agenda items, including a development agreement for the Alpine West Planned Development. The board will also vote on a grant application for EV chargers at the county public safety complex and on hiring a consulting firm for commissioning services at that facility. Additional items include amendments to the intergovernmental agreement for the Chaffee Housing Authority and the release of a lot‑sales restriction for the Timber Creek Ranch Subdivision Phase 1.
- Approve the Development Agreement for Alpine West Planned Development
- Approve grant application to Colorado Energy Office's ChargeAhead program for EV chargers at the Chaffee County Public Safety Complex in Buena Vista
- Approve engagement of Bowman Consulting Group, Ltd for commissioning services for the Chaffee County Public Safety Complex
- Ratify amendments to the IGA governing the multi‑jurisdictional Chaffee Housing Authority
- Approve release of Lot Sales Restriction for Timber Creek Ranch Subdivision Phase 1
Planning Commission
The Chaffee County Planning Commission will meet to review additions to the Land Use Code. The discussion will specifically include the administration and procedures portion of the new code.
- Review of Land Use Code additions and administration/procedures
Board of Commissioners Work Session - 2nd Monday
The Chaffee County Board of Commissioners will hold a work session with updates from Emergency Medical Services, Road and Bridge, the Assessor, the Housing Authority, the Housing Trust, and Places to Age. Commissioners will consider pursuing grant funds through the Colorado Energy Office's ChargeAhead program to install EV chargers at the Public Safety Complex in Buena Vista. They will also discuss engaging Bowman Consulting Group for commissioning services for the same complex. No formal actions or decisions will be taken at this work session.
- Emergency Medical Services Quarterly Update
- Road and Bridge Update
- Consider pursuit of grant funds for EV chargers at the Public Safety Complex in Buena Vista
- Discuss engagement of Bowman Consulting Group for commissioning services for the Public Safety Complex
- Chaffee Housing Authority Update
County Board
The Transportation Advisory Board is meeting to receive updates on various transit modes and a Salida project. The body will also discuss a survey and the board's composition for next year.
- Updates on Bustang/Mountain Valley Transit, trails, air, trucking, and rail
- David Lady Salida update
- Discussion of a survey
- Planning for the TAB for next year
Board of County Commissioners
The commissioners will consider a public hearing for a special event permit for an August 2025 concert at Meadows Farm, review a liquor license renewal for Station 24 Cafe, and discuss several grant and contract matters including a small‑business development grant, a broadband support letter, a forest‑service beetle salvage contract, and technology purchases for the new public safety complex. They will also receive updates from the Early Childhood Council, discuss County Road 191 maintenance, and consider appointing an interim county attorney. Other agenda items include routine consent agenda approvals and a work session later in the day.
- Public Hearing to consider Special Event Permit for August 2025 Concert at Meadows Farm, 14822 CR 350, Buena Vista
- Hearing to consider Liquor License Renewal for Station 24 Cafe LLC, DBA Station 24 Cafe, 12867 US Hwy 24/285, Buena Vista
- Consider grant application from Central Mountain Small Business Development Center to Freeport McMoRan for Women's Development grant program
- Consider selection of contractor for Poncha Pass Private Douglas‑fir Beetle Salvage Service Work (RFP)
- Consider approval of technology hardware package purchases for new County Public Safety Complex facility
County Board
The Chaffee Common Ground Citizens Advisory Committee will approve the minutes of the previous meeting and the agenda. It will review a financial report and discuss eligibility for the Ag Enhancement Grant, updates to applications and rubrics, and the schedule for the next grant cycle. The committee will also present information to the County Commissioners on December 10th before concluding with next steps and public comment.
- Approval of Minutes of Previous Meeting
- Approval of Agenda
- Discussion of Ag Enhancement Grant Eligibility
- Updates to applications and rubrics
- Presentation to County Commissioners on December 10th
Planning Commission
The Chaffee County Planning Commission will hold a work session to review the draft of the proposed new Chaffee County Land Use Code. The session continues discussion of the code revision. No formal decisions are scheduled for this meeting.
- Work session to review draft of the proposed new Chaffee County Land Use Code (continued)
County Board
The Chaffee County Fair Committee will approve the July and September 2024 minutes, receive Treasurer, Manager, and Extension reports, and discuss consolidating the fair into one week. It will also set dates for subcommittee meetings covering the practice arena, wash station, carnival, and rodeo, and consider pricing and advertising for the fair book. The meeting will conclude with announcements and scheduling of the next meeting.
- Approve July and September 2024 meeting minutes
- Treasurer, Manager, and Extension reports
- Discuss consolidating the fair into one week
- Set dates for subcommittee meetings: practice arena, wash station, carnival, rodeo
- Discuss fair book advertising pricing and ad sales
Board of County Commissioners
The Chaffee County Board of Commissioners will consider resolutions supporting two housing authority ballot measures and approve special event liquor permits. The board will also select a contractor for beetle salvage work and discuss legal services.
- Resolution 2024-65 in support of Chaffee Housing Authority Ballot Measure 6A
- Resolution 2024-66 in support of Chaffee Housing Authority Ballot Measure 6B
- Hearing to consider Ark Valley High Rollers Special Event Liquor Permit
- Hearing to consider Guidestone Special Event Liquor Permit
- Consideration of Poncha Pass Private Douglas-fir Beetle Salvage Service Work
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a work session to review the draft of the proposed new Chaffee County Land Use Code. Commissioners will examine the code's provisions during the session.
- Work session to review draft of the proposed new Chaffee County Land Use Code
Board of Commissioners Work Session - 1st Monday
The Board of Commissioners is holding a work session to receive updates from county offices. No formal decisions, policies, or resolutions are adopted during work sessions.
- Quarterly update from the Office of Emergency Management
- Sheriff's Office update
- Fairgrounds update
- Discussion on The Grove, Buena Vista School District early childhood center project and programming
County Board
The Airport Advisory Board will consider the proposed Nelsen Amen Hangar Expansion. It will also review the Airport Capital Improvement Program and related projects, an on‑call engineering request for proposals, design work for the fuel farm and Taxiway A with CDOT involvement, and the 2025 budget and project costs. The board will adopt the Salida Airport Board mission statement and standard operating procedures. Routine items include approving the August 28th meeting minutes and public comments.
- Nelsen Amen Hangar Expansion (new business)
- Airport Capital Improvement Program and Projects (old business)
- On‑Call Engineering RFQ (old business)
- Fuel Farm/Taxiway A Design, Environmental, Engineering (CDOT) (old business)
- 2025 Budget/Project Costs (old business)
County Board
The Chaffee County Visitors Bureau Board will meet virtually on September 24, 2024. The agenda includes approval of the August 27, 2024 meeting minutes, a report from the Marketing Director, and board member reports. No substantive policy decisions or contracts are listed.
- Approval of August 27, 2024 meeting minutes
- Marketing Director report
- Board member reports (up to 15 minutes)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board will hold a public hearing to consider an intergovernmental agreement that would replace a 1041 permit for a municipal water project on the AVIC and Bale Ditches. Several contracts and grant matters will be reviewed, including engineering services for Salida Airport and a $58,860 software development contract with CivicPlus. The meeting also includes consent agenda items such as an easement acceptance and a memorandum of understanding with the Arkansas River Watershed Collaborative.
- Accept easement from John & Donna Rhoads for maintenance of County Road 110
- Approve MOU between Arkansas River Watershed Collaborative and Chaffee County
- Approve selection of contract for engineering services for Salida Airport
- Approve engagement with CivicPlus for permitting software at a cost of $58,860
- Public hearing on intergovernmental agreement for Triview water project
Board of Commissioners Work Session - 2nd Monday
The Board of Commissioners Work Session will discuss several items, including the selection of engineering services for the Salida Airport, proposed amendments and funding agreements for the multi‑jurisdictional Chaffee Housing Authority, and a memorandum of understanding with the Arkansas River Watershed Collaborative. Additional updates will be provided by the Building Department, Weed Department, and on the UAWCD Alluvial Aquifer Storage and Cottonwood Dam Rehabilitation Projects. No formal decisions or actions are authorized at this work session.
- Selection of contract engineering services for the Salida Airport
- Proposed amendments to the IGA governing the multi‑jurisdictional Chaffee Housing Authority
- Proposed Funding IGA for the multi‑jurisdictional Chaffee Housing Authority for fiscal years 2025 and 2026
- Discussion of MOU between the Arkansas River Watershed Collaborative and Chaffee County
- Discussion on the UAWCD Alluvial Aquifer Storage and Cottonwood Dam Rehabilitation Projects
Board of County Commissioners
The Board will consider appointing a sheriff to serve the remainder of Sheriff John Spezze's term and then swear in the appointee, Andrew Rohrich. Two executive sessions will be held: one for legal advice on case 2023CV30041 and a special event permit, and another to authorize the Finance Director to conduct negotiations pending Board approval. No other formal actions are scheduled.
- Consider appointment to Sheriff position to fulfill the remainder of Sheriff John Spezze's term
- Swearing in of Sheriff appointee Andrew Rohrich
- Executive session for legal advice on 2023CV30041 and special event permit
- Executive session to authorize Finance Director Dan Short to conduct negotiations subject to Board approval
County Board
The Chaffee County Heritage Area Advisory Board will review the minutes from its August meeting, discuss the nomination process and renewals for its executive committee, receive an update on the TravelStorys app, and get a status report on county byways. The meeting will also confirm dates for future gatherings.
- Review August meeting minutes
- Executive committee nomination process and position renewals
- TravelStorys app update
- Byways update
- Schedule next meetings: Oct 10, Nov 14, Dec 12
Board of County Commissioners
The commissioners will vote on routine consent items including bill payments, a bond cap assignment to the Colorado Housing and Finance Authority, appointments to the Visitor’s Bureau, and a development agreement for Alpine West. They will also consider a request to accept a major subdivision application despite a temporary moratorium, approve a falsification policy for the County Department of Human Services, discuss land‑use code hearing schedules, and receive the annual short‑term rental program report. Two executive‑session meetings will be held for legal advice on land‑use matters and ongoing negotiations.
- Approve Resolution 2024-61 assigning the 2024 Private Activity Bond cap to Colorado Housing and Finance Authority
- Approve the Development Agreement for Alpine West Planned Development
- Consider request for acceptance of a major subdivision application during a temporary moratorium (Applicant Joe Cooper)
- Approve the Falsification Policy for Chaffee County Derpartment of Human Services
- Approve the application to the Public Utilities Commission to improve the railroad crossing at County Road 103 with Cleora LLC
Board of Commissioners Work Session - 1st Monday
The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session on September 9, 2024 to receive updates on the county airport, IT department, Xcel Energy service disruptions, and the Pano AI‑Xcel Energy project. Commissioners will also consider Resolution 2024‑61, which would assign the county’s 2024 Private Activity Bond cap to the Colorado Housing and Finance Authority. No formal actions or decisions are taken at work sessions.
- Airport Update – Zech Papp
- IT Department Update – Danny Gallegos
- Xcel Energy service disruptions and Fooses Project update – Ashley Valdez
- Pano AI & Xcel Energy Project update – Mason Bates
- Consider Resolution 2024‑61 to assign Private Activity Bond cap to Colorado Housing and Finance Authority
County Board
The County Board will approve the July 2024 meeting minutes and hear the treasurer, manager, and extension reports. It will discuss the outcomes of the 2024 fair and update the livestock‑scale house sign. The board will create and review the 2024‑2025 fair budget, set up working committees, adjust dates, and schedule entertainment and vendors for next year. The fair is scheduled to start on July 26.
- Approval of July 2024 meeting minutes
- Discussion of positive/negative aspects of the 2024 fair
- Livestock Scale house sign update
- Creation and review of the 2024‑2025 fair budget
- Scheduling of entertainment and vendors for next year's fair
County Board
The Planning Commission will meet at 5 p.m. on September 4, 2024. It will review the Buskist appeal of an administrative interpretation concerning an accessory dwelling unit on 14825 Highway 285, located in the Rural Commercial/Recreational zone. The appeal seeks approval of the ADU after a prior denial for not meeting size requirements. The commission will decide whether to grant the request.
- Buskist appeal to approve accessory dwelling unit at 14825 Highway 285 (Rural Commercial/Recreational zone)
Board of County Commissioners
The Chaffey County Board of Commissioners will review and vote on several contracts and grant applications, including a $20,000 marketing grant that requires a matching local contribution. Commissioners will also consider a secure transport permit, an amendment to the fee schedule for 1041 applications, and updates to memoranda of understanding with local health and early‑childhood partners. The meeting includes routine approval of minutes and a consent agenda for routine bills and board vacancies.
- $3,000 Public Health contract for temporary Maternal Health provider (Campell), grant funded
- $3,000 Public Health contract for temporary Maternal Health provider (Mund), grant funded
- $20,000 contract with Humanitou for podcast expertise, grant funded
- $20,000 local cash match required for Colorado Tourism Office marketing grant "Streaming the Sounds of Chaffee County"
- Resolution 2024-60 to amend the fee schedule for 1041 applications
Board of County Commissioners
The Board will hold an executive session to obtain legal advice on personnel matters under C.R.S. § 24-6-402(4)(b) and § C.R.S. § 24-6-402(4)(f). County Attorney Daniel and Deputy County Attorney Lynda Knowles may attend. No formal actions or decisions are taken at this meeting.
- Executive session to receive legal advice on personnel matters under C.R.S. § 24-6-402(4)(b) and § C.R.S. § 24-6-402(4)(f)
County Board
The Airport Advisory Board is meeting to discuss the Airport Capital Improvement Plan and an on-call engineering request for qualifications. The board will also review the 2025 budget and project costs.
- On-Call Engineering RFQ
- 2025 Budget and Project Costs
- Fuel Farm/Taxiway A Design, Environmental, and Engineering (CDOT)
- Airport CIP and Projects
- Salida Airport Board Mission Statement
Board of Commissioners Work Session - 2nd Monday
The Chaffee County Board of Commissioners will hold budget hearings and a work session on August 27, 2024. The meeting will be held in person at 104 Crestone Ave. in Salida and is also available via Zoom.
- County Budget Hearings
- Day-to-day Oversight and Supervision
- Work Session
County Board
The Chaffee County Visitors Bureau Board will meet virtually to approve minutes, discuss tourism advertising contracts, and review a marketing grant. The board will also introduce new candidates and conduct stakeholder surveys.
- Approval of July 30, 2024 meeting minutes
- Miles Partnership Colorado Tourism Office Advertising - $72,600
- Colorado Tourism Office Matching Marketing Grant - $20,000
- Streaming the Sounds of Chaffee County project - $60,000
- Introduction of new board candidates: Joni Baker, Terry Deveney, and Jillian Chernofsky
Board of Commissioners Work Session - 2nd Monday
The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to hear about the county budget. No policies, resolutions, or formal actions will be adopted during this session. The meeting is for day‑to‑day oversight and supervision only.
- County Budget Hearings
County Board
The Chaffee County Visitors Bureau Board will consider an advertising agreement with Miles Partnership for $72,600. The board will also discuss a Colorado Tourism Office matching marketing grant of $20,000 and a $60,000 budget for the “Streaming the Sounds of Chaffee County” project. Additional items include approval of the July 30, 2024 meeting minutes, introductions of new board candidates, and reports on surveys and marketing activities.
- Approval of July 30, 2024 meeting minutes
- Miles Partnership advertising contract – $72,600
- Colorado Tourism Office matching marketing grant – $20,000
- $60,000 budget for “Streaming the Sounds of Chaffee County” (deadline Sep 10, 2024)
- Introduction of board candidates: Joni Baker, Terry Deveney, Jillian Chernofsky
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will approve bills, a contract for hazardous waste diversion, and a contract for employee testing services. They will also discuss a recreation needs evaluation and provide a letter of support for a library expansion grant.
- Contract with Clean Harbor Environmental Services for Household Hazardous Waste Diversion event ($33,056.74)
- Contract with HRRMC for Employee Testing Services (~$5,000 annually)
- Letter of Support for Buena Vista Library expansion project
- Discussion on recreation needs evaluation with Trust for Public Lands
- Executive Session to discuss current litigation matters
Planning Commission
The Chaffee County Planning Commission is meeting to approve previous minutes and appoint a Chair and Vice Chair. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items.
- Appointment of Planning Commission Chair and Vice Chair
Board of County Commissioners
The Board will vote on several consent‑agenda items, including a $394,280.30 increase to the BV EMS facility construction contract and a $60,000 service‑agreement for the same project. Additional approvals cover a $280,000 furniture purchase for the BV EMS facility, a $20,000 historic bridge rehabilitation grant, and a letter of support for a Bustang route expansion. The meeting also includes hearings on two liquor permits, a lot‑line elimination request in Nathrop, a lease for human‑services space, and resolutions related to upcoming housing‑tax ballot measures.
- Owner Change Order for BV EMS facility construction GMP cost increase of $394,280.30
- Extended Service Agreement for Owner's Representative Services for BV EMS facility – $60,000
- Agreement with OS Offices not to exceed $280,000 for furniture and furnishings for the BV EMS Facility
- Liquor License Renewal for JV Food Shop LLC at 12900 US Hwy 24/285, Buena Vista, CO 81211
- Tucker Lot Line Elimination combining four lots into approx. 3.52 acres at 18735 County Rd 162G, Nathrop
Board of Commissioners Work Session - 2nd Monday
The Board of Commissioners work session will discuss several updates and proposals, including a cost increase for the BV EMS facility, service agreements, furniture procurement, historic bridge support, and a Bustang route expansion letter. No formal decisions or policies will be adopted at this work session.
- Discuss Owner Change Order for BV EMS facility construction GMP cost increase of $394,280.30 to Diesslin Structures, Inc.
- Discuss Extended Service Agreement for Owner's Representative Services for BV EMS facility project, $60,000 to Dynamic Program Management
- Discuss proposed Agreement with Office Scapes for purchase and installation of furniture for BV EMS facility, not to exceed $280,000
- Request for $20,000 support from Historic St. Elmo for rehabilitation of the Morley Bridge
- Consider provision of Letter of Support for Bustang Route expansion to CDOT on behalf of Chaffee County community
County Board
The Chaffee County Transportation Advisory Board meeting on August 8, 2024 will review updates on several transportation modes, including Bustang/Mountain Valley Transit, trails, trucking, air, and rail. The board will also consider a new business item labeled TPR, referencing a Colorado Department of Transportation news release. No decisions are recorded in the agenda; the items are listed for discussion.
- Modes Update – Bustang/Mountain Valley Transit
- Modes Update – Trails
- Modes Update – Trucking
- Modes Update – Air
- New Business – TPR discussion
County Board
The board is meeting to discuss executive committee nominations and position renewals. The agenda also includes updates on TravelStorys and Byways.
- Executive Committee nomination process and position renewals
- TravelStorys update
- Byways update
- Review of July meeting minutes
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will consider a final plan for the Alpine West Planned Development and review annexation impact reports for properties entering Salida and Buena Vista. The board will also hear several special event and liquor permit applications.
- Final plan for Alpine West Planned Development on 7.8 acres at 15750 County Road 306
- Lot line elimination for William Moore at 16181 & 16183 County Road 162
- Special event permits for Single Speed USA and The Great Colorado Versus Texas Tomato War
- Liquor permit applications for GARNA and Buena Vista Chamber of Commerce
- Tax abatement consideration for 130 Harrison Avenue, Buena Vista, for 2021 and 2022
Planning Commission
The Chaffee County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider amendments to the county's Comprehensive Plan and Future Land Use Map.
- Public hearing on amendments to the Chaffee County Comprehensive Plan and Future Land Use Map
Board of Commissioners Work Session - 1st Monday
The Board will hear a presentation of the 2023 County Annual Audit and a report on the county‑wide bridge inspection. It will also hold a Land Management Agencies stakeholder meeting and receive a Congressional Leadership update. No formal actions or decisions are taken at this work session.
- Presentation of the 2023 County Annual Audit – Scott Wright
- County‑wide Bridge Inspection Report – Mark Stacy
- Land Management Agencies stakeholder meeting at 1:15 p.m.
- Congressional Leadership update at 2:15 p.m.
Board of County Commissioners
The Chaffee County Board of Commissioners will consider routine agenda approval and public comment. The board will reconvene as the Board of Equalization to consider referee’s recommendations from recent property tax hearings. It will also vote on submitting a grant application to the Department of Local Affairs’ More Housing Now program to fund an update of the county‑wide Housing Needs Assessment report.
- Approve meeting agenda
- Consider referee’s recommendations from property tax hearings (Board of Equalization)
- Approve submission of grant application to Department of Local Affairs’ More Housing Now program for funding to update county-wide Housing Needs Assessment report
County Board
The Chaffee County Visitors Bureau Board will approve the meeting minutes from June 25, 2024. The board will hear a report from the Marketing Director and receive updates from board members. No decisions or votes are listed beyond routine approvals.
- Approval of Meeting Minutes June 25, 2024
- Marketing Director Report
- Board Member Reports
County Board
The Airport Advisory Board will approve the June 26th meeting minutes and hear public comments. It will consider hiring a new airport staff member and review the Fuel Farm/Taxiway A design with CDOT. The board will discuss the 2025 budget and project costs, the airport board mission statement, and the airport SOP and guiding documents. A manager's report on recent activities will also be presented.
- Approve June 26th, 2024 meeting minutes
- Consider new airport staff member
- Review Fuel Farm/Taxiway A design (CDOT)
- Discuss 2025 budget and project costs
- Consider Salida Airport board mission statement
County Board
The Chaffee County Heritage Area Advisory Board will review the minutes from the June meeting. The agenda also includes updates regarding TravelStorys and SHF grants.
- Review of June Meeting Minutes
- TravelStorys update
- SHF Grant updates
County Board
The July Fair Committee is meeting to organize working committees and finalize requirements for the indoor project and livestock auction. The agenda also includes reviewing treasurer, manager, and extension reports.
- Setting up working committees
- Livestock scale and sign updates
- Finalizing indoor project/livestock auction needs
- Scheduling fair duties