Elbert County, Colorado

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The Board of County Commissioners will consider land use requests including plats and a rezone. The board will also review the county investment policy and a proposed abandoned property policy.

• Freedom Valley Ranch Rezone (RZ-2025-0008)
• Freedom Valley Ranch Preliminary/Final Plat (FP-2025-0005)
• Vigil Final Plat (FP-2026-0003) and fee reduction request
• Resolution for the Abandoned Property Policy
• Setting public hearing date for CoyoteRidge Metro District Service Plan

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet for a work session to discuss the Comprehensive Plan. No decisions will be made and no public comment will be heard during this session.

• Discussion of the Comprehensive Plan

County Commission

The Board of Elbert County Commissioners will hold a work session to continue discussing potential regulations for solar energy facilities and battery energy storage systems. No decisions will be made, and no public comment will be heard.

• Discussion of potential regulations for solar energy facilities and battery energy storage systems

County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will meet with Willdan, the Elbert County Sheriff’s Office, and the County Facilities Director. The session is to discuss the ongoing needs assessment for the Justice Center. No decisions will be made and no public comment will be heard.

• Justice Center needs assessment discussion

County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a work session with county fire districts to discuss the Wildfire Resiliency Code. No decisions will be made and no public comment will be heard during this meeting.

• Discussion of the Wildfire Resiliency Code with county fire districts

County Commission

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners will consider a proposed fee agreement for Shepherd Solar, a resolution to apply the Colorado Wildfire Resiliency Code in unincorporated fire districts, and a resolution on the Abandoned Property Policy. A public hearing will be held for a special event liquor permit for the Elizabeth Celtic Festival. The board will also vote on appointing H. Benjamin Duke III to the Noxious Weed Advisory Board.

• Consideration of Proposed Fee Agreement for Shepherd Solar
• Resolution on applicability of the Colorado Wildfire Resiliency Code in unincorporated fire districts
• Resolution for the Abandoned Property Policy
• Public hearing for a Special Event Liquor Permit for the Elizabeth Celtic Festival
• Appointment of H. Benjamin Duke III to the Noxious Weed Advisory Board

Planning Commission

The Elbert County Planning Commission will conduct a quasi‑judicial public hearing to consider several development applications. Items include the Coyote Ridge Metro District Service Plan (SD‑2026‑0001), the Vigil Final Plat (FP‑2026‑0003), a rezoning of Freedom Valley Ranch (RZ‑2025‑0008), and a preliminary/final plat for Freedom Valley Ranch (FP‑2025‑0005). The meeting also features a training presentation by a GIS specialist and routine business such as approval of minutes.

• Public hearing on Coyote Ridge Metro District Service Plan (SD‑2026‑0001)
• Public hearing on Vigil Final Plat (FP‑2026‑0003)
• Public hearing on Freedom Valley Ranch rezoning (RZ‑2025‑0008)
• Public hearing on Freedom Valley Ranch preliminary/final plat (FP‑2025‑0005)
• Training presentation by Lori Ellefson, GIS Specialist/Appraiser, Elbert County Assessor’s Office

County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing to consider supplemental appropriations to the county budget. Commissioners may vote on the proposed funding after hearing public input. No other actions are scheduled for this meeting.

• Public hearing – Budget Supplemental Appropriations

County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will consider a consent agenda of routine approvals, hold a public hearing on the Chevelle Final Plat (FP-2026-0002) at 1:00 PM, and vote on a resolution accepting asphalt, sign, and snow maintenance for Independence Filing 3, Areas 3 & 4.

• Public hearing on Chevelle Final Plat subdivision (FP-2026-0002)
• Resolution for acceptance of asphalt, sign, and snow maintenance for Independence Filing 3, Areas 3 & 4
• Approval of June 10, 2026 meeting minutes and vouchers

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a work session to discuss the Comprehensive Plan. No decisions will be made, and no public comment will be heard.

• Discussion of the Comprehensive Plan

County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will consider a resolution regarding a Declaration of Sovereignty and Health Independence. The board will also discuss maintenance for Independence Filing 3 and receive a report from Developmental Pathways.

• Resolution: A Declaration of Sovereignty and Health Independence
• Resolution for Acceptance: Independence Filing 3, Areas 3 & 4 - Asphalt, Sign Maintenance, and Snow Removal
• Liquor License Renewal: Elizabeth Restaurant, LLC dba Spring Valley Golf Club
• MOU Extensions: Colorado Child Care Assistance Program (CCCAP) and Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)
• Executive session regarding Xcel Power Pathway and a proposed fee agreement with Shepard Solar

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on the Chevelle Final Plat application (FP-2026-0002) and conduct a work session on the Comprehensive Plan. The meeting also includes training from the Public Works Director and County Engineer.

• Public hearing on Chevelle Final Plat (FP-2026-0002)
• Work session on the Comprehensive Plan
• Training presentation by Public Works Director Monty Hankins and County Engineer Dale Guillen

The commission approved the May 5, 2026 meeting minutes by a 7‑0 vote. It voted 8‑0 to recommend approval of the Chevelle Final Plat (FP‑2026‑0002), which would subdivide 306 acres into 24 ten‑acre lots with 62 acres of open space. The commission then adjourned the meeting by an 8‑0 vote.

• Approved May 5, 2026 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Chevelle Final Plat FP-2026-0002 (8-0)
• Adjourned meeting (8-0)

County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing on adopting a Wildfire Resiliency Code, continued from an earlier meeting. They will also discuss a resolution declaring sovereignty and health independence, consider consenting to the 2021 International Fire Code within the Tri-County Fire Protection District, and weigh serving as lead applicant for the Agate Water Association Project. A special event liquor permit for the Elbert County Chamber of Commerce is up for a public hearing, and a liquor license renewal for Walmart is on the consent agenda.

• Public hearing on adoption of Wildfire Resiliency Code (continued from April 2, 2026)
• Discussion of a Resolution: Declaration of Sovereignty and Health Independence
• Resolution consenting to 2021 International Fire Code within Tri-County Fire Protection District
• Consideration of Elbert County as lead applicant for Agate Water Association Project
• Public hearing on special event liquor permit for Elbert County Chamber of Commerce

The Board of County Commissioners adopted a Wildfire Resiliency Code and approved serving as the lead applicant for the Agate Water Association Project. The board also approved a special event liquor permit and a resolution regarding the 2021 International Fire Code.

• Approved Consent Agenda (3-0)
• Approved Special Event Liquor Permit for Elbert County Chamber of Commerce (3-0)
• Adopted Wildfire Resiliency Code (3-0)
• Adopted resolution consenting to 2021 International Fire Code in Tri-County Fire Protection District (3-0)
• Approved Elbert County as lead applicant for Agate Water Association Project (3-0)
• Accepted IGA regarding dissolution and distribution of assets from the 18th Judicial District Attorney's Office (3-0)

County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a work session with Dana Foley from County Technical Services, Inc. (CTSI). The discussion will focus on the county's 5-year Loss Analysis regarding insurance claims. No decisions will be made and no public comment will be heard.

• Discussion of 5-year Loss Analysis for insurance claims with County Technical Services, Inc.

County Commission

The Elbert County Board of Commissioners will meet for a work session with lobbyists Steve Balcerovich and Tim Coleman to receive a post‑2026 General Assembly review. The agenda states that no decisions will be taken and the public will not be allowed to comment. The session is informational only.

• Presentation of post‑2026 General Assembly review by lobbyists Steve Balcerovich and Tim Coleman
• No decisions or votes scheduled
• No public comment permitted

County Commission

The Elbert County Board of Commissioners will meet with staff and Elizabeth Fire to discuss possible regulations for solar energy facilities and battery energy storage systems. The meeting is a work session and no decisions will be made. No public comment will be heard.

• Discussion of potential regulations for solar energy facilities
• Discussion of potential regulations for battery energy storage systems
• Work session with staff and Elizabeth Fire (no decisions, no public comment)

Planning Commission

This is a procedural meeting with no public hearings scheduled. The main substantive item is a work session discussion on the Comprehensive Plan. The agenda also includes routine items such as training, approval of minutes, and staff reports.

• Work session discussion of the Comprehensive Plan
• No public hearings listed
• Meeting adjourns no later than 11:00 PM per Resolution 00-01

County Commission

This is a work session where the Board of County Commissioners meets with the Office of Emergency Management and county fire districts to discuss and collaborate on the 2026 wildfire season. No decisions will be made, and no public comment will be heard.

• Discussion with Office of Emergency Management and county fire districts regarding 2026 wildfire season

County Commission

The Board will discuss a resolution consenting to the 2021 International Fire Code within the Tri-County Fire Protection District, hold public hearings on onsite wastewater treatment system regulations and two special event liquor permits, and consider action items including amendments to appointments, a public trustee report, and a resolution rescinding a prior road maintenance approval for Spring Valley Ranch Filing 7.

• Discussion: Resolution consenting to 2021 International Fire Code in Tri-County Fire Protection District
• Public Hearing: Onsite Wastewater Treatment System Regulations Changes
• Public Hearing: Special Event Liquor Permit for Elbert Town Committee
• Public Hearing: Special Event Liquor Permit for Elizabeth Rodeo Association
• Action: Resolution rescinding & replacing Resolution 26-21 on Spring Valley Ranch Filing 7 road maintenance

The commissioners approved the proposed changes to onsite wastewater treatment system regulations, effective June 15, 2025. They also approved two special‑event liquor permits—for Elbert Days and the Elizabeth Rodeo Association—and adopted a resolution adding CSLIP as a designated depository. Additionally, a resolution correcting a clerical error for Spring Valley Ranch road maintenance was approved.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
• Adopted onsite wastewater treatment regulation changes (3‑0)
• Approved special event liquor permit for Elbert Days (3‑0)
• Approved special event liquor permit for Elizabeth Rodeo Association (3‑0)
• Approved resolution adding CSLIP as designated depository (3‑0)
• Approved resolution rescinding and replacing Resolution 26-21 for Spring Valley Ranch roads (3‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (3‑0)

County Commission

The special meeting scheduled for May 6, 2026, was cancelled due to expected inclement weather. The agenda had included a legislative briefing by lobbyists Steve Balcerovich and Tim Coleman regarding the Colorado General Assembly.

Planning Commission

The Elbert County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on proposed corrections to county regulations and discuss the Comprehensive Plan during a work session. The meeting also includes a training presentation from the Division of Water Resources on water-related matters. Citizen comments and approval of March 3 minutes are on the agenda.

• Guest speaker from Division of Water Resources presenting on water resources
• Public hearing on Regulations Revisions - Corrections
• Work session discussion on Comprehensive Plan
• Approval of Planning Commission minutes from March 3, 2026
• Citizen comments opportunity

The commission approved the March 3, 2026 meeting minutes with a 5‑0 vote, two commissioners abstaining. It accepted the proposed subdivision and zoning regulations revisions by a unanimous 7‑0 vote. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously with a 7‑0 vote.

• Approved March 3, 2026 meeting minutes (5-0, 2 abstentions)
• Accepted Subdivision and Zoning Regulations Revisions (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will decide on updates to the Building Department fee schedule and an agreement with the Kiowa Water and Wastewater Authority. The board will also discuss a referral agreement for offenders to the Arapahoe County Community Corrections Facility.

• Proposed updates to the Building Department Fee Schedule
• IGA between Kiowa Water and Wastewater Authority and Elbert County
• Resolution for acceptance of Spring Valley Ranch Filing 7 (Planning Area J) District Road
• Liquor license renewals for The Naked Goat and HI-TEST Liquor
• Appointment of Early Childhood Council for Elbert County

The board approved intergovernmental agreements with Kiowa Water and Wastewater Authority and with the Arapahoe County Community Corrections Facility. They adopted updates to the Building Department fee schedule and accepted the Spring Valley Ranch district road filing. The commissioners officially opposed state bill SB26‑176 and directed legal counsel to file a reconsideration of the PUC decision favoring Xcel Power Pathway by May 1, 2026.

• Approved IGA with Kiowa Water and Wastewater Authority (unanimous)
• Approved IGA for offender referrals to Arapahoe County Community Corrections Facility (unanimous)
• Approved updates to the Building Department fee schedule (unanimous)
• Approved resolution accepting Spring Valley Ranch Filing 7 district road (unanimous)
• Officially opposed SB26‑176 state bill (unanimous)
• Directed legal counsel to file PUC reconsideration for Xcel Power Pathway by May 1, 2026 (unanimous)
• Recognized May 7, 2026 as National Day of Prayer (unanimous)

County Commission

The Board of Elbert County Commissioners will hold a work session with county staff to discuss the expansion of the Elbert County Water Well Monitoring Program. No decisions will be made at this meeting, and no public comment will be heard.

• Discussion of Elbert County Water Well Monitoring Program expansion

County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a legislative briefing with lobbyists Steve Balcerovich and Tim Coleman to review the political context of the 2026 Colorado General Assembly, confirm Elbert County’s legislative priorities, and examine newly introduced bills. The session will identify future action items and review the calendar of committee hearings. An executive session may follow to discuss legal and legislative strategies.

• Overview of the political context for the 2026 Colorado General Assembly
• Review and confirmation of Elbert County’s 2026 legislative priorities
• Review of newly introduced legislation of potential interest
• Identification of future action items for the county
• Executive session to discuss legal/legislative strategies under CRS 24-6-402

The Elbert County Board of Commissioners held a special meeting on April 15, 2026. Commissioners approved the agenda as presented with all three members voting aye. A list of pending state bills was read for informational purposes. The meeting was adjourned at 10:30 AM.

• Approved agenda (3‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (3‑0)

County Commission

The Board of Elbert County Commissioners will hold a work session with demographers Nancy Gedeon and Neal Marquez to discuss recently released county growth projections. No decisions will be made at this meeting, and no public comment will be heard.

• Discussion of recently released Elbert County growth projections with State Demography Office demographers

County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will meet with staff to review proposed revisions to the subdivision regulations in Article XI, Section K (Open Space). No decisions will be made during this work session, and public comment will not be taken. The meeting is intended to provide general direction to staff on the revisions.

• Review of proposed subdivision regulation revisions to Article XI, Section K (Open Space)

Planning Commission

County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a work session with staff. The body will discuss potential regulations for solar energy facilities and battery energy storage systems; no decisions will be made and no public comment will be heard.

• Discussion of solar energy facility regulations
• Discussion of battery energy storage system regulations

County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss updates to the Building Department fee schedule and an agreement with the Kiowa Water and Wastewater Authority. The board is also deciding on a new master lease for vehicles and equipment and a county social media policy.

• New Master Lease with Webster Public Finance Corporation for vehicle and equipment leases
• Proposed updates to the Building Department Fee Schedule
• Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) between Kiowa Water and Wastewater Authority and Elbert County
• Acceptance of Spring Valley Ranch Filing 7 (Planning Area J) District Road
• Ensign EDZ Site Plan (EDZS-2025-003) land use hearing

The board approved a master lease with Webster Public Finance Corporation for vehicle and equipment leases. They also adopted a resolution certifying costs of prosecuting crimes by Colorado DOC inmates and adopted the County Social Media Policy. Additionally, the Ensign EDZ Site Plan (EDZS-2025-003) was approved with conditions after a public hearing.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous aye)
• Approved consent agenda items (unanimous aye)
• Approved new master lease with Webster Public Finance Corporation for vehicle and equipment leases (unanimous aye)
• Approved resolution certifying costs of prosecuting crimes alleged by persons in Colorado DOC custody (unanimous aye)
• Adopted County Social Media Policy (unanimous aye)
• Approved Ensign EDZ Site Plan: EDZS-2025-003 with conditions (unanimous aye)
• Opened public hearing for Ensign EDZ Site Plan: EDZS-2025-003 (unanimous aye)
• Closed public hearing for Ensign EDZ Site Plan: EDZS-2025-003 (unanimous aye)

Planning Commission

County Commission

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing on the adoption of a Wildfire Resiliency Code. This is the sole action item on the agenda. The meeting also includes standard procedural items such as call to order, roll call, agenda approval, and adjournment.

• Public hearing on adoption of the Wildfire Resiliency Code

The commission approved the meeting agenda and opened a public hearing on the Wildfire Resiliency Code. They voted to continue consideration of the code at the regular meeting on May 27, 2026. The public hearing was then closed and the meeting was adjourned.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Opened public hearing on Wildfire Resiliency Code (unanimous)
• Continued consideration of Wildfire Resiliency Code to May 27, 2026 (unanimous)
• Closed public hearing on Wildfire Resiliency Code (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

County Commission

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners will hold a special meeting to receive a legislative briefing from lobbyists Steve Balcerovich and Tim Coleman regarding the 2026 Colorado General Assembly. The session will cover political context, legislative priorities, and potential future actions.

• Legislative briefing with lobbyists Steve Balcerovich and Tim Coleman
• Review of 2026 legislative priorities and newly introduced legislation
• Executive session to discuss legal and legislative strategies
• Public comment period available for non-scheduled items

The commissioners approved the meeting agenda by a 2‑0 vote. They then adjourned the meeting by a 2‑0 vote. No other actions or decisions were taken during this special meeting.

• Approved agenda (2-0)
• Adjourned meeting (2-0)

Planning Commission

County Commission

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners will discuss a new County Social Media Policy and receive an update on the Comprehensive Plan Project from Kimley‑Horn. The meeting includes a land‑use hearing on the Cloud Dance major variance (VAR‑2025‑0004). Routine items such as consent agenda approvals and employee recognition will also be addressed.

• Consent agenda approvals: CDS Mylars, vouchers, March meeting minutes, and development projects report
• Consideration of County Social Media Policy (discussion item)
• Update on the Comprehensive Plan Project presented by Kimley‑Horn (discussion item)
• Land‑use hearing for Cloud Dance Major Variance – VAR‑2025‑0004
• Public Works employee recognition for 30 years of service

The board unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the consent agenda. In the land‑use hearing, commissioners opened the Board of Adjustments, held a public hearing, and approved Resolution 26‑TBD for the Cloud Dance Major Variance with conditions. They then closed the public hearing, closed the Board of Adjustments, and adjourned the meeting.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
• Opened Board of Adjustments (unanimous)
• Opened public hearing for Cloud Dance Major Variance (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 26‑TBD Cloud Dance Major Variance with conditions (unanimous)
• Closed public hearing for Cloud Dance Major Variance (unanimous)
• Closed Board of Adjustments (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

County Commission

The Elbert County Board of Commissioners will meet with staff to review proposed changes to the county's Subdivision Regulations. The focus is on Article XI, Section K, which addresses Open Space requirements. The session is for discussion and to provide general direction, not to adopt final changes.

• Review proposed revisions to Subdivision Regulations Article XI, Section K (Open Space)

County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will hear an informational overview from the Colorado Agrivoltaic Learning Center (CALC). The presentation is for the commissioners and county staff. No decisions or public comment are scheduled for this meeting.

• Informational overview by Colorado Agrivoltaic Learning Center (CALC) – no decisions

County Commission

The Elbert County Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss pending revisions to Subdivision Regulations Article XI, section F on Water and Sanitation. They will also consider adding a new subsection 5 covering Water Supply/Aquifers. The meeting is for staff briefing and general direction, not a final vote.

• Review of proposed changes to Subdivision Regulations Article XI, section F (Water and Sanitation) and addition of subsection 5 (Water Supply/Aquifers)

County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a special meeting to discuss the 2026 Colorado General Assembly. The body will review the county's legislative priorities and identify future action items regarding new legislation.

• Review and confirmation of Elbert County’s 2026 legislative priorities
• Review of newly introduced legislation
• Identification of future county action items
• Review of committee hearings and floor action calendar

The board approved the meeting agenda unanimously. They voted to take an amend position on HB26-1326 Sunset Public Utilities Commission and a support position on HB26-1334 Modify Standards of Wildfire Resiliency Code Board, each with unanimous approval.

• Approved agenda (3-0)
• Took position of amend on HB26-1326 Sunset Public Utilities Commission (3-0)
• Took position of support on HB26-1334 Modify Standards of Wildfire Resiliency Code Board (3-0)

General

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a work session with staff. The meeting is for discussion only; no decisions will be made and no public comment will be heard.

• Discussion of potential regulations for solar energy facilities
• Discussion of potential regulations for battery energy storage systems

County Commission

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners will consider resolutions for road maintenance in the Independence Subdivision and Spring Valley Ranch, as well as an appointment to the Pines & Plains Library Board. The meeting will also include a presentation on wildfire code resiliency and a series of land use hearings.

• Consideration of Resolution for Spring Valley Ranch Phase 1 Asphalt Maintenance
• Consideration of Resolution for Independence Subdivision Road Maintenance
• Consideration of Resolution to Appoint RuthAnn Stricker to Library Board
• Presentation on Wildfire Code Resiliency
• Land Use Hearings for Bighorn Ridge, Cypress Ridge, and Ensign EDZ

The commission approved resolutions for asphalt maintenance on Spring Valley Ranch Filing 5, Phase 1, and full county road maintenance for filings 2 and 3 in the Independence Subdivision. They appointed RuthAnn Stricker to the Pines & Plains Library Board of Trustees and approved the Bighorn Ridge Final Plat (FP‑2025‑002) and the Estates at Cypress Ridge Preliminary Plat (PP‑2025‑0004). The board also adopted revisions to community‑meeting, zoning, and subdivision regulations, and made corrections to Section H.1.a. All motions passed unanimously (3‑0).

• Approved Spring Valley Ranch Filing 5, Phase 1 asphalt maintenance (3‑0)
• Approved Independence Subdivision filings 2 and 3 road maintenance (3‑0)
• Appointed RuthAnn Stricker to the Pines & Plains Library Board of Trustees (3‑0)
• Approved Bighorn Ridge Final Plat: FP‑2025‑002 with conditions (3‑0)
• Approved Estates at Cypress Ridge Preliminary Plat: PP‑2025‑0004 with conditions (3‑0)
• Approved revisions to Community Meeting Regulations (3‑0)
• Approved Zoning Regulation changes moving all community meetings to a county facility (3‑0)
• Approved corrections to Section H.1.a (3‑0)

County Commission

The Elbert County Board of Commissioners will hold a work session with staff and county partners. They will review the Colorado Wildfire Resiliency Code and discuss its impact on the county. No decisions will be made and there will be no public comment.

• Review of the Colorado Wildfire Resiliency Code (discussion only, no decisions)

County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting for a legislative briefing from lobbyists Steve Balcerovich and Tim Coleman. The body will review 2026 legislative priorities and newly introduced state legislation that may impact Elbert County.

• Review of 2026 legislative priorities
• Briefing on the 2026 Colorado General Assembly political landscape
• Identification of future county action items regarding state legislation
• Review of committee hearing and floor action calendars

The commission entered an executive session to discuss legislative strategy. Afterwards, they unanimously approved a motion to support HB26-1278, a bill on local government approval of transmission infrastructure. They also approved support for HJR26-1018, the Plains to Pines Scenic Byway resolution, and approved a motion to oppose HB26-1272, which addresses extreme‑temperature worker protections.

• Entered executive session (3-0)
• Supported HB26-1278 – Local Government Approval of Transmission Infrastructure (3-0)
• Supported HJR26-1018 – Plains to Pines Scenic Byway (3-0)
• Opposed HB26-1272 – Extreme Temperatures Worker Protections (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Planning Commission

The commission will discuss a recommendation to adopt changes to the county's Wildfire Resiliency Code. It will also review the preliminary plat for The Estates at Cypress Ridge (PP-2025-0004). The meeting includes routine items such as training, minutes approval, and announcements about upcoming work sessions.

• Recommendation on Elbert County Wildfire Resiliency Code
• The Estates at Cypress Ridge Preliminary Plat: PP-2025-0004 (not to begin before 7 pm)
• Approval of Planning Commission minutes from February 17, 2026
• Worksession scheduled for March 31, 2026 on Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map
• Next regular meeting set for April 7, 2026 in the Ag Building

The commission voted 5‑0 to recommend adoption of the 2025 Colorado Wildfire Resiliency Code for unincorporated Elbert County. It also voted 5‑0 to recommend approval of the Estates at Cypress Ridge Preliminary Plat (PP‑2025‑0004). Earlier, the February 17, 2026 meeting minutes were approved 4‑0.

• Approved recommendation for 2025 Colorado Wildfire Resiliency Code (5-0)
• Approved recommendation for Estates at Cypress Ridge Preliminary Plat PP-2025-0004 (5-0)
• Approved February 17, 2026 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss the 2025 Wildfire Resiliency Code and the Pines and Plains Libraries annual report. The board is deciding on updates to the County Fleet Management Policy and the appointment of a member to the Noxious Weed Advisory Board.

• Review of 2025 Wildfire Resiliency Code
• Annual Report from Pines and Plains Libraries
• County Fleet Management Policy updates
• Appointment of Andrew Montesi to the Noxious Weed Advisory Board
• Authorization for County Clerk to sign Election IGA and MOU Agreements

The Elbert County Board of Commissioners approved three actions at the February 25, 2026 meeting. They adopted updates to the County Fleet Management Policy, appointed Andrew Montesi to the Noxious Weed Advisory Board, and authorized the County Clerk to sign election IGA and MOU agreements. All three motions passed unanimously with all three commissioners voting aye and no nay votes.

• Adopted County Fleet Management Policy Updates (Aye: Dallas Schroeder, Byron McDaniel, Mike Buck; Nay: none)
• Appointed Andrew Montesi to the Noxious Weed Advisory Board (Aye: Dallas Schroeder, Byron McDaniel, Mike Buck; Nay: none)
• Approved resolution authorizing the County Clerk to sign election IGA and MOU agreements (Aye: Dallas Schroeder, Byron McDaniel, Mike Buck; Nay: none)

General

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners will hold a legislative briefing to discuss the political context of the 2026 Colorado General Assembly and review the county’s legislative priorities. Commissioners, the county manager, attorney, public affairs director, and the lobby team may enter an executive session to plan legal and legislative strategies. A land‑use hearing is scheduled for 1:00 p.m., following the agenda items.

• Legislative briefing on the 2026 Colorado General Assembly political context
• Review and confirmation of Elbert County’s 2026 legislative priorities
• Review of newly introduced legislation of potential interest to the county
• Potential executive session to discuss legal/legislative strategies under CRS 24‑6‑402
• Scheduled land‑use hearing at 1:00 p.m. (open hearing, staff presentation, applicant, public input)

The commissioners voted to adopt a support position on HB26‑1095 and SB26‑107. They also approved entering an executive session, which lasted from 2:25 PM to 2:41 PM, and no decisions were made during that session. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved support position for HB26‑1095 (2‑0)
• Approved support position for SB26‑107 (2‑0)
• Entered executive session (2:25 PM‑2:41 PM) (2‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (2‑0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding the Bighorn Ridge Final Plat and a revision to the Elbert County Zoning Regulations. The body will also elect a Chair and Vice Chair.

• Public hearing for Bighorn Ridge Final Plat (FP-2025-0002)
• Public hearing for Revision to ECZR Article III.B.3.(a)
• Election of Planning Commission Chair and Vice Chair
• Review of Planning Commission Bylaws

The commission elected its chair and vice‑chair, approved the December 16, 2025 meeting minutes, and recommended approval of the Bighorn Ridge final plat with conditions. It also recommended a zoning‑regulation revision requiring law‑enforcement presence and approved revisions to its bylaws, including start‑time and duration limits. All motions passed unanimously except the vice‑chair election, which was 5‑3.

• Elected Chairman Kevin Kirkwood (8‑0)
• Elected Vice‑Chairman Robert Poletiek (5‑3)
• Approved Dec 16, 2025 meeting minutes (7‑0, 1 abstention)
• Recommended approval of Bighorn Ridge Final Plat FP‑2025‑0002 with conditions (8‑0)
• Recommended approval of revision to Zoning Regulations Article III.B.3.(a) (8‑0)
• Approved revisions to Planning Commission bylaws (8‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (8‑0)

General

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss onsite wastewater treatment system changes, graywater systems, and biosolids management. They will also review pending subdivision regulation revisions to Article XI, specifically Section F (Water and Sanitation) and Section K (Open Space). No decisions will be made and no public comment will be heard.

• Onsite Wastewater Treatment System (OWTS) changes
• Graywater Systems discussion
• Biosolids management in the County
• Subdivision regulation revisions to Article XI, Section F (Water and Sanitation)
• Subdivision regulation revisions to Article XI, Section K (Open Space)

County Commission

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners will consider updates to the County Fleet Management Policy and a resolution to adopt a County Form for Subdivision Improvements Agreement. The board will also act on the six‑month report for July‑December 2025 and approve a letter of support for the Town of Kiowa’s AARP Community Challenge Flagship Grant application. Additional items include routine approvals of minutes and reports.

• Consideration of County Fleet Management Policy Updates
• Consideration of Resolution to Adopt a County Form for Subdivision Improvements Agreement (SIA)
• Approval of Six Month Report July‑December 2025
• Approval of Letter of Support for the Town of Kiowa's AARP Community Challenge Flagship Grant application

The board approved the meeting agenda and consent agenda unanimously. They moved HB26‑1080 to a Support position and accepted the six‑month financial report. They also approved a letter of support for the Town of Kiowa’s AARP Community Challenge flagship grant. The meeting was adjourned at 10:02 AM.

• Approved agenda (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda (3-0)
• Moved HB26‑1080 to Support position (3-0)
• Accepted Six‑Month Report July‑December 2025 (3-0)
• Approved Letter of Support for Kiowa AARP grant (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

General

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners will hold a work session with the Planning Commission and the Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee. The purpose is to discuss the Elbert County Comprehensive Plan. No decisions will be made and there will be no public comment.

• Discussion of the Elbert County Comprehensive Plan (no decisions)

General

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a legislative briefing to update members on the political context of the 2026 Colorado General Assembly. They will review and confirm the county's legislative priorities, examine newly introduced bills, and identify future action items. The session also includes a calendar of committee hearings and floor actions.

• Overview of the 2026 Colorado General Assembly political landscape
• Review and confirmation of Elbert County’s 2026 legislative priorities
• Discussion of newly introduced legislation of potential interest
• Identification of future action items for the county
• Review of calendar for committee hearings and floor action

The Board adopted a position opposing SB26-062, which would restrict certain rodenticide and glue trap uses. The motion passed unanimously with three votes in favor and none against. The Board also voted to enter an executive session to discuss legal and legislative strategies, again unanimously. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Opposed SB26-062 Rodenticide Use Restrictions (3-0)
• Entered executive session to discuss legal/legislative strategies (3-0)

Planning Commission

County Commission

The Elbert County Board of Commissioners will discuss several resolutions that would place specific roads and a right‑of‑way under full county maintenance. Items include a cul‑de‑sac (CR 178), Spring Valley Ranch Phase 1 asphalt work, and roads in the Independence Subdivision. The board will also review a liquor‑license renewal for Meadows Market and seek clarification on evidence‑building bid proposals.

• Approval of Liquor License Renewal for Meadows Market
• Resolution to approve CR 178 Right‑of‑Way/Cul‑de‑sac for full county maintenance
• Resolution to approve Spring Valley Ranch Filing 5, Phase 1 for asphalt maintenance only
• Resolution to approve Filing 2 and 3, Areas 1 and 2 Roads in Independence Subdivision for full county road maintenance
• Discussion and direction to seek more information on evidence‑building bid proposals

The board approved a resolution to place the CR 178 right‑of‑way/cul‑de‑sac under full county maintenance. They also decided not to proceed with the current evidence‑building bids and will seek additional information. The 4th‑quarter public trustee report was accepted, and several procedural motions were carried.

• Approved agenda as presented (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda as presented (3-0)
• Moved Discussion Item H1 to Action Item 13 (3-0)
• Did not move forward with current evidence‑building bids; seek more information (3-0)
• Accepted 4th Quarter Public Trustee Report (3-0)
• Approved CR 178 Right‑of‑Way/Cul‑de‑sac for full county maintenance (3-0)
• Opened Board of Health meeting (3-0)
• Closed Board of Health meeting (3-0)

County Commission

The County Commission will hold a work session with Tim Coleman and Steve Balcerovich to review legislation introduced in the 2026 Colorado General Assembly. The meeting is for discussion only; no votes or public comment will occur.

• Review of 2026 General Assembly legislation (discussion only)

Planning Commission

County Commission

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners will vote on the official 2026 Zoning Map and approve several routine items such as minutes and inter‑county agreements. They will also discuss adopting a County Form for Subdivision Improvements Agreements and consider revisions to zoning and subdivision regulations. At 1:00 p.m., a land‑use hearing will be held for the Schrag Rezone RZ‑2025‑0007 application.

• Adoption of Official 2026 Zoning Map (Consent Agenda)
• Adoption of Colorado Child Care Assistance Program (CCCAP) IGA between Elbert and Lincoln Counties
• Consideration of County Form for Subdivision Improvements Agreement (Discussion Item)
• Revisions to Zoning Regulations, Articles II and VIII (Land Use Hearing)
• Schrag Rezone RZ‑2025‑0007 (Land Use Hearing at 1:00 p.m.)

The board approved the meeting agenda and consent agenda unanimously. Commissioners appointed Mike Buck as Chair and Byron McDaniel as Vice Chair. The Schrag Rezone RZ-2025-0007 was approved, and the board adopted the presented summary of zoning regulation changes. The subdivision regulations hearing was continued to March 11, 2026.

• Approved agenda (Aye: Dallas Schroeder, Byron McDaniel, Mike Buck; Nay: none)
• Approved consent agenda (Aye: Dallas Schroeder, Byron McDaniel, Mike Buck; Nay: none)
• Appointed Mike Buck as Chair (Aye: Byron McDaniel, Mike Buck; Nay: Dallas Schroeder)
• Appointed Byron McDaniel as Vice Chair (Aye: Byron McDaniel, Mike Buck; Nay: Dallas Schroeder)
• Approved Schrag Rezone RZ-2025-0007 (Aye: Dallas Schroeder, Byron McDaniel, Mike Buck; Nay: none)
• Adopted summary of zoning regulation changes (Aye: Dallas Schroeder, Byron McDaniel, Mike Buck; Nay: none)
• Continued Subdivision Regulations hearing to March 11, 2026 (Aye: Dallas Schroeder, Byron McDaniel, Mike Buck; Nay: none)
• Closed Subdivision Regulations public hearing (Aye: Dallas Schroeder, Byron McDaniel, Mike Buck; Nay: none)

County Commission

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners work session scheduled for Jan 8, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. was cancelled due to expected inclement weather. The session has been moved to Feb 9, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. No decisions or public comment will be taken at the meeting; commissioners will meet with the Planning Commission and Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee to discuss the Comprehensive Plan.

County Commission

The Elbert County Board of Commissioners will meet with the Sheriff’s Office and Facilities to review request‑for‑proposals for the Evidence Building project. No decisions are scheduled, and the meeting will not include public comment.

• Review of RFPs for the Evidence Building project (no decision to be made)

Planning Commission