Elbert County public meetings in 2021

Planning Commission

The Elbert County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider approving the final plat for Spring Valley Ranch Filing 7, which would subdivide the property into 135 lots. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of previous minutes and citizen comments.

• Public hearing on Spring Valley Ranch Filing 7 (FP-21-0052) for 135 lots near CoRd174 & CoRd17
• Approval of November 16, 2021 meeting minutes
• Consent agenda for non-controversial items
• Citizen comments period

The Elbert County Planning Commission approved the final plat for Spring Valley Ranch Filing 7, creating 135 lots southeast of County Roads 174 and 17. The motion passed 6-0 with conditions from the staff report. The board also approved the November 16, 2021 meeting minutes 6-0. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Spring Valley Ranch Filing 7 final plat, 135 lots (6-0)
• Approved November 16, 2021 meeting minutes (6-0)

General

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing and vote on the 2022 final budget. This is the only action item on the agenda, so the meeting is primarily focused on budget approval.

• Public hearing and approval of the Elbert County 2022 Final Budget

The Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved the Elbert County 2022 budget, annual appropriations of funds, and mill levy certifications. The board also approved levies for the Foxwood Estates, Foxwood Ranches, Meadow Station, and Sun Country Meadows public improvement districts. All votes were 3-0.

• Approved Elbert County Mill Levy Certifications (3-0)
• Approved levies for Foxwood Estates and Foxwood Ranches (3-0)
• Approved levies for Meadow Station (3-0)
• Approved levies for Sun Country Meadows (3-0)
• Approved Elbert County 2022 Budget with changes (3-0)
• Approved Appropriation of Funds for 2022 (3-0)

County Commission

This Board of County Commissioners work study session has been cancelled. It was scheduled to discuss a concept brief for Moorstead, a possible mixed-use development on approximately 1,222 acres north of Spring Valley Ranch. No decisions or actions are scheduled.

• Meeting cancelled
• Moorstead mixed-use development concept brief (cancelled)
• Approximately 1,222 acres north of Spring Valley Ranch

County Commission

The Elbert County Commission will hold a regular meeting with land use hearings at 1:00 PM, including final plats for the Independence PUD (368 lots), a rezoning for a 40-acre property, a PUD rezoning for 11 acres, and a site plan for a concrete batch plant. The commission will also discuss a dispatch agreement amendment with Douglas County, road transfers to the Town of Elizabeth, and new precincts, and consider approval of the Kiowa Creek parcel transfer.

• Independence Filing 2 & 3 Final Plat (FP-21-0045 & FP-21-0046): 136 + 232 lots at County Road 5 & Hilltop Road
• Potter Rezone (RZ-20-0012): 40.37 acres from Agriculture to Agriculture Residential at 109 Bozeman Trail, Elizabeth
• Mountain Tower Rezone (RZ-21-0065): ~11 acres from Agriculture to PUD on Section 7, Township 8 South, Range 57 West
• BURNCO (EZS-20-0077): Economic Development Zone Site Plan for concrete batch plant on Lot 5, Prairie View Industrial subdivision
• Discussion on 3rd Amendment to Dispatch Agreement between Elbert County Sheriff and Douglas County

The Board approved the final plats for Independence Filing 2 (136 lots) and Filing 3 (232 lots) at County Road 5 and Hilltop Road, with conditions. They also approved a rezone for 40.37 acres at 109 Bozeman Trail, a PUD rezone for an 11-acre tower site, and a 3rd amendment to the Douglas County dispatch agreement. The Miller Ranch service plan amendments and Burnco site plan were continued to January 12, 2022.

• Approved Independence Filing 2 & 3 final plats (FP-21-0045 & FP-21-0046) (3-0)
• Approved Potter rezone (RZ-20-0012) from Agriculture to Agriculture Residential (3-0)
• Approved Mountain Tower rezone (RZ-21-0065) to PUD (2-0, Pettitt recused)
• Approved 3rd Amendment to Dispatch Agreement with Douglas County (3-0)
• Approved Kiowa Creek parcel transfer (3-0)
• Continued Miller Ranch Service Plan amendments to Jan 12, 2022 (3-0)
• Continued Burnco site plan (EZS-20-0077) to Jan 12, 2022 (3-0)
• Approved Nov 17, 2021 minutes (3-0)

Planning Commission

The Elbert County Planning Commission is meeting for a work session that consists solely of a training session with the Department of Local Affairs. No decisions will be made and no public comment will be taken. The agenda contains no substantive items for discussion or action.

• Work study training session with the Department of Local Affairs

General

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners will hold a work study session to hear from James Thompson, U.S. Senator Michael Bennet's Regional Director, about federal issues and to discuss county, regional, and state concerns. The agenda includes public comment periods and land use hearings, but no specific action items are listed.

• Update from James Thompson, U.S. Senator Michael Bennet's Regional Director
• Discussion of issues, concerns, and legislation affecting the county, region, and state
• Public comment periods for items not scheduled for discussion or action
• Land use hearings scheduled for 1:00 PM

County Commission

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with discussion items including a resolution opposing vaccine mandates and vaccine passports, a rezone of new public works facility parcels, and a Kiowa Creek parcel transfer. Action items include approval of minutes and possible approval of a redistricting map. The meeting includes consent agenda items such as liquor license renewal and citizen public comment.

• Discussion on resolution opposing vaccine mandates and vaccine passports
• Discussion on rezone of new public works facility parcels
• Discussion on Kiowa Creek parcel transfer
• Possible approval of redistricting map
• Liquor license renewal for Singing Wine and Liquor LLC

The Board of County Commissioners approved a resolution opposing vaccine mandates and vaccine "passports" after discussion and public comment. The board also approved the consent agenda, the October 27, 2021 minutes, the November 10, 2021 special meeting minutes, and a redistricting map. Discussions were held on the Kiowa Creek parcel transfer, a rezone for the new public works facility, and the 2021 appointments, with the county manager to present a draft resolution at the next meeting.

• Approved the agenda as presented.
• Approved the consent agenda, including the CDS mylar approval, vouchers, pipeline report acknowledgment, and liquor license renewal for Singing Wine and Liquor LLC.
• Approved the October 27, 2021 meeting minutes.
• Approved the November 10, 2021 special meeting minutes.
• Approved the Three Municipalities redistricting map.
• Moved the vaccine mandate resolution to action and approved it unanimously.
• Discussed the Kiowa parcel transfer and scheduled it for action at the next meeting.
• Discussed the county-initiated rezone for the new public works facility and agreed to move forward.

Planning Commission

The Elbert County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on five land-use items, including two final plats for the Independence PUD totaling 368 lots, three rezones, and amendments to two service plans. The meeting also includes consent agenda, citizen comments, and approval of minutes from prior meetings.

• Independence Filing 2 & 3 Final Plat (FP-21-0045 & FP-21-0046): 136 + 232 lots at County Road 5 & Hilltop Road
• Schmidt (RZ-21-0036): Rezone 40 acres from Agriculture (A) to Agriculture Residential (AR), 2.15 miles east of Elbert
• Potter (RZ-20-0012): Rezone 40.37 acres from A to AR at 109 Bozeman Trail, Elizabeth
• Mountain Tower (RZ-21-0065): Rezone ~11 acres from A to Planned Unit Development (PUD), Section 7, T8S R57W
• Miller Ranch Service Plan Amendments (SR-21-0044): Amend Metropolitan District and Water & Sanitation District service plans

The Elbert County Planning Commission recommended approval of the Independence Filing 2 & 3 final plats (136 and 232 lots) at County Road 5 & Hilltop Road, with conditions, in a 5-0 vote. They also recommended approval of the Potter Rezone (40.37 acres to Agriculture Residential), the Mountain Tower PUD rezone (11 acres with 4 conditions), and the Miller Ranch Service Plan Amendments, all by 5-0 votes. The Schmidt Rezone was not heard due to inadequate notice to surrounding property owners and will be re-noticed for a future date. The meeting minutes from September 21, October 5, and October 19, 2021 were approved unanimously.

• Approved meeting minutes from Sept 21, Oct 5, Oct 19, 2021 (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Independence Filing 2 & 3 Final Plats (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Potter Rezone to Agriculture Residential (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Mountain Tower PUD rezone with 4 conditions (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Miller Ranch Service Plan Amendments (5-0)
• Schmidt Rezone not heard due to inadequate notice; deferred to future date

General

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing on the 2022 draft budget. This is the only action item on the agenda, and the board will take public input before any vote. The rest of the meeting consists of routine procedural items.

• Public hearing on 2022 Elbert County draft budget

The Board of County Commissioners opened and closed a public hearing on the 2022 draft budget, with no public comment. The budget totals $41,156,416 in revenues and $39,439,624 in expenditures, and includes a net increase of 3.5 funded FTE positions. Final approval is scheduled for December 21, 2021.

• Opened public hearing for 2022 draft budget (unanimous)
• Closed public hearing for 2022 draft budget (unanimous)
• Scheduled budget approval for December 21, 2021

General

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a work study session to review and discuss the 2022 draft budget. This is a discussion-only meeting, with no formal decisions scheduled. Public comment is allowed on items not on the agenda and on discussion items.

• Review and discuss the 2022 draft budget

County Commission

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with several land use hearings, including a concrete batch plant site plan, a rezoning request, and a variance. The board will also discuss the Colorado Opioid Settlement and MOU, a CM/GC recommendation for the Road & Bridge shop, and redistricting. Consent agenda items include a proclamation recognizing emergency responders and acknowledgement of the 2022 draft budget.

• Burnco Concrete Batch Plant EDZ Site Plan (EZS-21-0023) at 8750 Alan Ridge Drive, Kiowa — staff recommends continuation to Dec. 15 due to inadequate notice and outstanding water issue
• Branded Iron rezoning (RZ-21-0024) of ~5 acres from RA-1 to Industrial at 40700 Wind Spirit Lane, Elizabeth
• Fitch variance (VA-21-0056) for major setback variance at 24071 Eccles St., Elbert
• Prairie Ranch (formerly Diamond Ridge) DG amendment (DG-21-0023) to reduce density from 27 to 4 lots north of County Road 150, west of County Road 13, east of Quail Drive, Elizabeth
• Discussion on CM/GC recommendation for Elbert County Road & Bridge Shop and contract execution

The Board of County Commissioners denied a request to rezone approximately 5 acres at 40700 Wind Spirit Lane, Elizabeth, from Residential Agriculture-One (RA-1) to Industrial (I) for an outdoor RV storage facility. The motion to approve failed with no votes in favor and all three commissioners voting no. The board also approved a contract with FCI for the Road & Bridge Shop, approved the Colorado Opioid Settlement and MOU, and continued a concrete batch plant site plan to December 15, 2021.

• Denied rezoning for Branded Iron RZ-21-0024 (0-3)
• Approved contract execution with FCI for Road & Bridge Shop (3-0)
• Approved Colorado Opioid Settlement and MOU (3-0)
• Approved Fitch variance VA-21-0056 with condition (3-0)
• Approved Prairie Ranch development guide amendment with condition to dissolve metro district within 180 days (3-0)
• Continued Burnco Concrete Batch Plant EDZ Site Plan to December 15, 2021 (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda including Axon Taser contract and proclamation recognizing emergency responders (3-0)

County Commission

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners is holding a town hall meeting on October 21, 2021, at the Elbert County Fairgrounds Ag Building in Kiowa. The meeting is an informal session where commissioners will share updates on county activities and upcoming projects, followed by a question-and-answer period for residents. No formal decisions or action items are listed on this agenda.

• Town hall meeting at Elbert County Fairgrounds Ag Building, 95 Ute Ave, Kiowa, on October 21 at 6:30 PM
• Second town hall held October 20 at Sun Country Church, 7114 Sun Country Dr, Elizabeth
• Quarterly town hall format with formal presentation followed by public Q&A
• Public comment limited to three minutes per person

County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners is holding two quarterly town hall meetings in October to share updates on county activities and upcoming projects, followed by a Q&A session. The meetings are open to the public, with one on October 20 at Sun Country Church in Elizabeth and another on October 21 at the Elbert County Fairgrounds Ag Building in Kiowa. No formal decisions or specific agenda items are listed; the meetings are informational and procedural.

• Town hall meeting on October 20, 2021, 6:30-8:00 PM at Sun Country Church, 7114 Sun Country Dr, Elizabeth
• Town hall meeting on October 21, 2021, 6:30-8:00 PM at Elbert County Fairgrounds Ag Building, 95 Ute Ave, Kiowa
• Public comment limited to three minutes per person
• Land use hearings scheduled for meeting days at 1:00 PM

General

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a work study session focused solely on redistricting. This is a discussion item, not a final decision, and is open to the public with time for comment.

• Work study session on redistricting

Planning Commission

The Elbert County Planning Commission is meeting to handle routine business, including approval of minutes and a public hearing on a proposed amendment to the Miller Ranch Development service plans. Staff recommends continuing this item to a future meeting. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive items listed.

• Public hearing on SR-21-0044, amendment of service plans for Miller Ranch Development (staff recommends continuance)
• Approval of meeting minutes from August 21, 2021
• Citizen comments and staff report on Board of County Commissioners actions

The Elbert County Planning Commission held a brief meeting with no public comment. They approved continuing the Miller Ranch Amendments to Service Plans for the Metropolitan District and Water & Sanitation District to November 16, 2021, as recommended by staff. The commission also continued approval of the August 21 minutes to the same date and adjourned.

• Continued Miller Ranch service plan amendments to Nov. 16, 2021 (7-0)
• Continued approval of August 21 minutes to Nov. 16, 2021 (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:21 PM (6-0)

County Commission

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with discussion items on the 2022 budget and Colorado's opioid settlement MOU, plus action on minutes and Metro DPA participation. The consent agenda includes several routine approvals and intergovernmental agreements. Land use hearings are scheduled for four variance requests, including one continued to October 27 due to notification delays.

• Discussion on status of 2022 budget
• Discussion on Colorado Opioid Settlement and MOU
• Approval of participation in Metro DPA Program
• Variance request for front setback reduction from 100' to 60' at 4800 Beaver Ridge, Elbert
• Variance request for side setback at 24071 Eccles St., Elbert (continued to Oct 27)

The Elbert County Commission approved the consent agenda, participation in the Metro DPA program, and several land-use items. The Diamond Ridge and Fitch variance hearings were continued to October 27, 2021. The Todd Major and Weiss variances were approved with conditions. The meeting also included updates on the 2022 budget and the Colorado Opioid Settlement, which will return as an action item.

• Approved agenda with addition of Diamond Ridge DG-21-0026 (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda as presented (3-0)
• Approved September 22, 2021 minutes (3-0)
• Approved participation in Metro DPA Program (3-0)
• Continued Diamond Ridge DG-21-0026 to October 27, 2021 (3-0)
• Granted six-month extension to Running Creek Manor SU-19-0047 (3-0)
• Approved Todd Major Variance VA-21-0054 with condition (3-0)
• Continued Fitch VA-21-0055 to October 27, 2021 (3-0)

General

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a work study session to receive a presentation on the 18th Judicial District's budget and discuss new legislation. No decisions will be made at this meeting; it is for information and discussion only.

• 18th Judicial District budget presentation
• Discussion of new legislation

Planning Commission

The Elbert County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two rezoning requests. The first is a request to rezone approximately 5 acres at 40700 Wind Spirit Lane, Elizabeth, from Residential Agriculture-One (RA-1) to Industrial (I). The second is a request to amend the existing Development Guide for Prairie Ranch (formerly Diamond Ridge) to reduce density from 27 lots to 4 lots of 10+ acres each, on property north of County Road 150, west of County Road 13, and east of Quail Drive, Elizabeth.

• Public hearing: Rezone ~5 acres at 40700 Wind Spirit Lane, Elizabeth from RA-1 to Industrial (RZ-21-0024)
• Public hearing: Amend Development Guide for Prairie Ranch to reduce density from 27 to 4 lots of 10+ acres each (DG-21-0026)
• Consent agenda for non-controversial items
• Citizen comments and approval of meeting minutes
• Meeting held via Zoom and in person at BOCC Hearing Room, 215 Comanche St., Kiowa

The Elbert County Planning Commission approved a rezone of approximately 5 acres at 40700 Wind Spirit Lane, Elizabeth, from Residential Agriculture-One (RA-1) to Industrial (I), subject to three conditions, by a 5-3 vote. The commission also unanimously approved an amendment to the Prairie Ranch (formerly Diamond Ridge) development guide, reducing density from 27 lots to 4 lots of 10+ acres each, subject to three conditions. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Branded Iron rezone (RZ-21-0024) from RA-1 to Industrial, subject to conditions (5-3)
• Approved Prairie Ranch development guide amendment (DG-21-0026) reducing density to 4 lots, subject to conditions (8-0)

County Commission

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with discussion items on redistricting procedures and possible participation in the Metro DPA program, presented by Stifel Public Finance. The board will also consider approval of the September 8, 2021 minutes and handle routine consent agenda items. A land use hearing is scheduled for 1:00 PM for the IREA/Spring Valley Transmission Line Project presentation.

• Discussion on procedures for upcoming redistricting
• Discussion on possible participation in Metro DPA Program presented by Stifel Public Finance
• Approval of September 8, 2021 minutes
• Consent agenda includes approval of CDS Mylars, vouchers, variance reports, 2021 Department of Corrections billing reimbursements, and CCI Legislative Committee appointment
• Land use hearing at 1:00 PM: IREA/Spring Valley Transmission Line Project presentation

The Board approved the consent agenda and prior meeting minutes, and authorized the County Manager to purchase 10 acres for the new Public Works Facility at a cost not exceeding $120,000 plus closing fees. They also discussed redistricting procedures, a potential Metro Down Payment Assistance Program, and heard a presentation on a proposed transmission line and substation for Spring Valley Ranch. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved agenda as presented (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda as presented (3-0)
• Approved September 8, 2021 minutes (3-0)
• Authorized County Manager to execute purchase of 10 acres for Public Works Facility, not to exceed $120,000 plus closing fees (3-0)

General

The Board of County Commissioners and Planning Commission will meet for a work study session following the regular Planning Commission meeting. The agenda is largely procedural, outlining public comment rules and the sequence for land use hearings, with no specific discussion or action items listed.

• Joint work study session of BOCC and Planning Commission
• Public comment limited to three minutes per person
• Land use hearings scheduled for 1:00 PM on meeting days
• Meeting location: BOCC Meeting Room, 215 Comanche St., Kiowa, CO 80117

Planning Commission

The Elbert County Planning Commission is meeting to consider two public hearing items: an amendment to the Diamond Ridge PUD Development Guide to reduce residential density from 27 lots to 4, and amendments to service plans for the Miller Ranch Metropolitan District and Water & Sanitation District. Staff recommends continuing both items to later dates for proper notification. The agenda also includes routine items such as approval of minutes and citizen comments.

• Diamond Ridge PUD Development Guide Amendment (DG-21-0026): reduce density from 27 to 4 residential lots
• Miller Ranch Amendments to Service Plans for Metropolitan District and Water & Sanitation District (SR-21-0044)
• Staff recommends continuation of Diamond Ridge item to October 5, 2021
• Staff recommends continuation of Miller Ranch item to October 19, 2021
• Approval of August 17, 2021 meeting minutes

The Elbert County Planning Commission met and approved the August 17 meeting minutes unanimously. The commission voted 7-0 to continue the Diamond Ridge PUD Development Guide Amendment (DG-21-0026) to October 5, 2021, and the Miller Ranch Amendments to Service Plans (SR-21-0044) to October 19, 2021, both to allow for proper notification. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned at 7:16 PM.

• Approved the August 17 meeting minutes as presented (7-0).
• Continued Diamond Ridge PUD Development Guide Amendment (DG-21-0026) to October 5, 2021 (7-0).
• Continued Miller Ranch Amendments to Service Plans for Metropolitan District and Miller Ranch Water & Sanitation District (SR-21-0044) to October 19, 2021 (7-0).
• Adjourned the meeting at 7:16 PM (7-0).

General

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a work study session to review and discuss impacts on the design and RFP release for a new Public Works facility. This is a discussion item, not a final decision, and public comment is allowed.

• Discussion of design and RFP release for new Public Works facility

County Commission

The Elbert County Commission will hold a regular meeting with discussion items on the 2022 budget, economic development website, acceptance of roads in Spring Valley Ranch Subdivision, a new business/non-profit grant, and future Justice Center improvements. Action items include a public hearing for a special event liquor permit for Pints in the Pines and approval of prior meeting minutes. A land use hearing for a sawmill special use request is scheduled, with staff recommending continuance to February 9, 2022.

• Public hearing: Elizabeth Area Chamber special event liquor permit for Pints in the Pines
• Discussion: 2022 Budget Development
• Discussion: Acceptance of identified roads within Spring Valley Ranch Subdivision
• Discussion: New Elbert County Business/Non-Profit Grant
• Land use hearing: Mountain Heart Woodworks special use (SU-21-0030) at 26535 County Road 21, Elizabeth; staff recommends continuance

The Board approved a special event liquor permit for the Elizabeth Area Chamber's Pints in the Pines event. They also approved minutes from the August 24 and August 25 meetings. A special use request for Mountain Heart Woodworks was continued to February 9, 2022. No other formal decisions were made; other items were discussed or deferred.

• Approved Elizabeth Area Chamber Special Event Liquor Permit for Pints in the Pines
• Approved minutes from August 24, 2021 Special Meeting
• Approved minutes from August 25, 2021
• Opened and continued Mountain Heart Woodworks special use hearing to February 9, 2022

County Commission

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners is holding a regular public meeting on August 25, 2021. The agenda is largely procedural, including approval of prior meeting minutes, consent agenda items, and a scheduled executive session to discuss potential property transactions. No land use hearings are scheduled, and no substantive policy or budget items are listed for discussion or action.

• Liquor license renewal for Murphy Oil USA
• Approval of August 4 and August 11, 2021 meeting minutes
• Consent agenda: CDS mylars, vouchers, variance reports
• Executive session for property purchase/lease/sale discussion (C.R.S. 24-6-402(4)(a))

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners held a regular meeting on August 25, 2021, approving the agenda, consent agenda, and prior meeting minutes. The board unanimously authorized staff to negotiate the purchase of a property for Road and Bridge purposes, not to exceed $130,000, following an executive session. No land use hearings were scheduled, and the meeting adjourned at 9:23 AM.

• Approved agenda as presented (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda as presented (3-0)
• Approved August 4, 2021, CBOE minutes (3-0)
• Approved August 11, 2021, minutes (3-0)
• Opened executive session for property discussion (3-0)
• Authorized staff to negotiate property purchase for Road & Bridge, not to exceed $130,000 (3-0)

General

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with one action item: approval of the Sheriff's proposed ballot measure to fund Justice Center improvements. Public comment is allowed before the vote. No other substantive business is listed.

• Approval of Sheriff's Proposed Ballot Measure to Fund the Justice Center Improvements

The Board of County Commissioners held a special meeting to consider a proposed ballot measure for a 1% County Sales and Use Tax to fund Justice Center improvements and Sheriff's Office operational needs. After discussion, the commissioners agreed not to approve the measure for this year's ballot, citing the Sheriff's request to delay and the short timeframe to educate the public. No formal vote was taken on the measure, and the meeting adjourned without approving it.

• Did not approve the Sheriff's proposed ballot measure for a 1% Sales and Use Tax for the 2021 ballot.
• Adjourned the special meeting at 9:48 AM.

Planning Commission

The Elbert County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a special use request to bring an existing custom sawmill into compliance at 26535 County Road 21, Elizabeth. Staff recommends continuance. The commission will also receive a staff report on land use items approved by the Board of County Commissioners in July and August, and handle consent agenda, minutes, and member status.

• Public hearing: Mountain Heart Woodworks special use (SU-21-0030), staff recommends continuance
• BOCC approvals reported: Spring Valley Ranch Filing No. 6, Janes Rezone, Drill Tech Drilling & Shoring EDZ Site Plan
• Variances approved: Chiarelli-Elkhorn (50-ft front yard), Cimarron Trail (60-ft front yard), Stairs (20-ft side yard), Crawford-Pines Trail (8-ft side yard), Johnson (12-ft side yard), Hamilton Barn (5-ft side yard)
• Burnco Concrete Batch Plant EDZ Site Plan continued and will be renoticed
• Consent agenda for non-controversial items; citizen comments and minutes approval

The Elbert County Planning Commission met on August 17, 2021, and took one substantive action: it voted unanimously to continue the public hearing for Mountain Heart Woodworks (SU-21-0030), a special use request to bring an existing custom sawmill into compliance at 26535 County Road 21, Elizabeth, to January 18, 2022. The commission also approved the July 6, 2021 meeting minutes and adjourned. No other decisions were made; the meeting included only staff reports on prior Board of County Commissioners actions and no citizen comments.

• Continued Mountain Heart Woodworks special use hearing to January 18, 2022 (6-0)
• Approved July 6, 2021 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:41 PM (6-0)

County Commission

The Elbert County Commission will discuss a proposed ballot measure to fund Justice Center improvements and a policy for placing items on the ballot. They will also hold a public hearing on a liquor license transfer, approve minutes, and authorize lease-purchase financing for a new Road and Bridge maintenance facility. Three land use variance requests are scheduled for public hearings.

• Consideration of Sheriff's proposed ballot measure to fund Justice Center improvements
• Resolution authorizing lease-purchase financing for new Road & Bridge maintenance facility
• Public hearing: Spring Valley Golf liquor license transfer
• Variance request for 8-foot side setback at 610 N Pines Trail, Parker (VA-21-0041)
• Variance request for 12-foot side setback at 273 Summit View Circle, Parker (VA-21-0043)

The Board approved a resolution authorizing lease-purchase financing for the construction of a new maintenance facility for the Road and Bridge Department, along with a site lease and related documents. The board also approved a liquor license transfer for Spring Valley Golf and three land-use variances. Discussions were held on a proposed ballot measure for a 1% sales and use tax to fund Sheriff's Office improvements, but no action was taken.

• Approved resolution authorizing lease-purchase financing for new Public Works facility (3-0)
• Approved liquor license transfer for Spring Valley Golf (3-0)
• Approved variance for garage at 510 N Pines Trail, Parker (3-0)
• Approved variance for property at 273 Summit View Circle, Parker (3-0)
• Approved variance for pole barn at 35742 Elkridge Run, Elizabeth (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda including vouchers and tax-exempt lease purchase agreement (3-0)
• Approved minutes of July 28, 2021 (3-0)

General

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a work study session to discuss the Xcel Energy Pathways Project Concept. This is a discussion item, not a final decision, and public comment is allowed. The meeting is open to the public.

• Discussion of Xcel Energy Pathways Project Concept

General

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with one action item: consideration of the hearing officer's recommendations regarding CBOE appeals. Public comment is allowed on this item before the board votes. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive items listed.

• Consideration of Hearing Officer's Recommendations for CBOE Appeals

The Board of County Commissioners, sitting as the Board of Equalization, unanimously approved and accepted the Hearing Officer's recommendations on property tax appeals. The board also opened and closed the public hearing for the appeals, with no votes against. Public comment was heard from a Ben Lomond Gun Club representative regarding property assessments.

• Opened public hearing for County Board of Equalization (unanimous)
• Approved and accepted Hearing Officer's recommendations for CBOE appeals (unanimous)
• Closed CBOE hearing and adjourned (unanimous)

General

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a work study session to discuss specific ballot language for the Sheriff's proposed Justice Center Sales & Use Tax. This is a discussion item, not a final decision, and the meeting is open to the public.

• Discussion of specific ballot language for the Sheriff's proposed Justice Center Sales & Use Tax

County Commission

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting to discuss the 2020 audit report, a Sheriff's Office Justice Center presentation, 2022 budget planning, and an American Recovery Plan project update. They will also consider a resolution opposing SB21-256 on local firearm regulation and several land use applications, including a rezone, a special use permit, a variance, and a site plan. The meeting includes consent agenda items, public comment, and land use hearings at 1:00 PM.

• Review of 2020 Audit Report
• Sheriff's Office Justice Center Presentation
• Resolution regarding SB21-256 opposing local regulation of firearms
• Secure RV & Boat Storage and Repair special use (SU-20-0048) at 2151 Elizabeth Drive, Parker
• Eastin-Albers Rezone (RZ-21-0001) of ~36 acres from Agriculture to Agriculture Residential at 13124 State Hwy 86, Kiowa

The Board approved a resolution opposing SB21-256, which would allow local regulation of firearms, and approved several land use items including a special use for an RV/boat storage facility, a rezone, and a variance. The Burnco concrete batch plant site plan was continued due to missed notice deadlines. The 2020 audit report was reviewed with no areas of concern.

• Approved resolution opposing SB21-256 'Local Regulation of Firearms' (3-0)
• Approved Secure RV & Boat Storage and Repair special use SU-21-0034 with conditions (3-0)
• Approved Eastin-Albers Rezone RZ-21-0001 from Agriculture to Agriculture Residential with conditions (3-0)
• Approved Stairs Variance VA-21-0035 reducing side setback from 60' to 40' (3-0)
• Continued Burnco Concrete Batch Plant EDZ Site Plan EZS-21-0023; item to be re-noticed
• Approved July 14, 2021 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved agenda and consent agenda as presented (3-0)

General

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a work study session regarding the financing of the new Public Works – Road and Bridge Facility. The meeting is scheduled for July 27, 2021, at 9:00 a.m.

• Financing of the new Public Works – Road and Bridge Facility

General

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a town hall meeting on July 22, 2021, at the Elbert County Fairgrounds Ag Building in Kiowa. The meeting includes a formal presentation on county activities and upcoming projects, followed by a question-and-answer session with residents. No specific decisions or action items are listed on the agenda.

• Town hall meeting at Elbert County Fairgrounds Ag Building, 95 Ute Ave, Kiowa
• Public comment period for items of county interest (3 minutes per person)
• Discussion items for future board action
• Action items requiring board decision
• Land use hearings scheduled at 1:00 PM on meeting days

General

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners is holding a town hall meeting on July 21, 2021, at the Elbert Mercantile. The meeting includes a brief formal presentation on county activities and upcoming projects, followed by a question-and-answer session with residents. No formal decisions or action items are listed on the agenda.

• Town hall meeting at Elbert Mercantile, 24223 Eccles St, Elbert
• Public comment limited to 3 minutes per person
• Land use hearings scheduled for 1:00 PM on meeting days

County Commission

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda, staff reports, and public comment. The main business is a series of land-use hearings at 1:00 PM, including a final plat for a 247-lot subdivision, a rezone, an industrial site plan, and two setback variances. The board will also consider approving the June 30 minutes and a Planning Commission appointment.

• Spring Valley Ranch Filing No. 6: Final Plat to subdivide 101.5 acres into 247 single-family lots, 11 tracts, and rights-of-way
• Janes Rezone: 24.96 acres from Agriculture (A) to Agriculture-Two (A-2) at 29495 County Road 93, Ramah
• Drill Tech Drilling & Shoring EDZ Site Plan: development of Lots 7 and 8 of Prairie View Industrial Development at 8900 Alan Ridge Drive, Kiowa
• Chiarelli - Elkhorn Street: major variance to reduce front setback from 100' to 50' at 2386 Elkhorn Street, Elizabeth
• Cimarron Trail: major variance to reduce front setback from 100' to 43' 10" at 35053 Cimarron Trail, Elizabeth

The Board approved the Janes Rezone (RZ-19-0052) for 24.96 acres at 29495 County Road 93, Ramah, with conditions. It also approved the Drill Tech Drilling & Shoring EDZ Site Plan (EZS-21-0023) for lots 7 and 8 of Prairie View Industrial Development, with conditions. Two major variances were approved: Chiarelli Elkhorn Street (VA-21-0029) allowing a 50-foot front setback, and Cimarron Trail (VA-21-0039) allowing a 43-foot 10-inch setback. The Board approved the Spring Valley Ranch Filing No. 5 Final Plat (FP-18-0075) to subdivide 101.5 acres into 247 lots, with conditions.

• Approved Janes Rezone RZ-19-0052 (24.96 acres, Ag to Ag-2) with conditions (3-0)
• Approved Drill Tech Drilling & Shoring EDZ Site Plan EZS-21-0023 with conditions (3-0)
• Approved Chiarelli Elkhorn Street Major Variance VA-21-0029 (50-ft setback) with conditions (3-0)
• Approved Cimarron Trail Major Variance VA-21-0039 (43-ft 10-in setback) with conditions (3-0)
• Approved Spring Valley Ranch Filing No. 5 Final Plat FP-18-0075 (247 lots) with conditions (3-0)
• Approved June 30, 2021, minutes as presented (3-0)
• Approved appointment of Jon Surbeck to Planning Commission (3-0)
• Approved agenda and consent agenda as presented (3-0)

General

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a work study session to discuss the New Public Works Facility. The meeting is open to the public and includes time for public comment on this item.

• Discussion of New Public Works Facility

Planning Commission

The Elbert County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two land-use requests: a special use permit for an RV and boat storage/repair business at 2151 Elizabeth Drive, Parker, and a rezone of about 36 acres from Agriculture to Agriculture Residential at 13124 State Hwy 86, Kiowa. The commission will also review minutes and receive staff reports on recent Board of County Commissioners actions.

• Special Use By Review for Secure RV & Boat Storage and Repair at 2151 Elizabeth Drive, Parker (SU-20-0048)
• Rezone of ~36 acres from Agriculture (A) to Agriculture Residential (AR) at 13124 State Hwy 86, Kiowa (RZ-21-0001)
• Staff report on BOCC actions: Swift Creek Rezone (RZ-21-0005), Promised Land Rezone (RZ-21-0007), Lloyd ADU Setback Variance (VA-21-0033), Spring Valley Ranch Filing No. 6 (FP-18-0075)
• Approval of June 1 and June 15, 2021 meeting minutes

The Elbert County Planning Commission approved a special use permit for an RV and boat storage/repair business at 2151 Elizabeth Drive, Parker, with an added condition requiring a sign about no restrooms. They also approved a rezone of about 36 acres from Agriculture to Agriculture Residential at 13124 State Hwy 86, Kiowa, subject to state water supply approval. Both decisions passed with 8-0 votes.

• Approved SU-21-0034 for RV & Boat Storage/Repair at 2151 Elizabeth Drive with conditions (8-0)
• Added condition requiring a prominent sign stating no restrooms on premises (7-1)
• Approved Eastin-Albers Rezone RZ-21-0001 from Agriculture to Agriculture Residential (8-0)
• Added condition requiring Colorado State Division of Water to determine sufficient water supply before minor subdivision approval (8-0)

General

The Board of County Commissioners is attending a work study session, specifically the Eastern Plains County Commissioner Discussion with Senator Hickenlooper, hosted by CCI Eastern District. The agenda includes discussions on oil and gas, clean energy economy transition, agriculture, and mental health (teen suicides). No decisions will be made at this meeting.

• Discussion with Senator Hickenlooper on oil and gas
• Discussion on clean energy economy transition
• Discussion on agriculture
• Discussion on mental health and teen suicides

County Commission

The Elbert County Commission will hold a public hearing on transferring the Meadows Market liquor license and consider several action items, including an intergovernmental agreement for emergency services impact fees, public works maintenance shop requirements, and a proclamation for Independence Day. A land use hearing is scheduled for the Spring Valley Ranch Filing No. 6 final plat, which would subdivide 101.5 acres into 247 single-family lots, but staff recommends continuance.

• Public hearing: Meadows Market liquor license transfer
• Approval of IGA for assessment, collection, and remittance of Emergency Services Impact Fees
• Public Works Maintenance Shop Requirements
• Proclamation recognizing Independence Day
• Land use hearing: Spring Valley Ranch Filing No. 6 (FP-18-0075) – final plat for 247 single-family lots on 101.5 acres; staff recommends continuance

The Board unanimously approved the transfer of the Meadows Market liquor license, an intergovernmental agreement for emergency services impact fees, and a resolution declaring intent to reimburse itself for a new Public Works Shop. They also approved the annual CORE Plan for Human Services and a July 4th proclamation. The Spring Valley Ranch final plat was continued to July 14, 2021.

• Approved Meadows Market liquor license transfer (3-0)
• Approved IGA for emergency services impact fees (3-0)
• Approved resolution to reimburse itself for Public Works Shop financing (3-0)
• Authorized Chair to approve Wold Architects contract after July 7 workshop (3-0)
• Approved Independence Day proclamation (3-0)
• Approved annual CORE Plan for Human Services (3-0)
• Continued Spring Valley Ranch Filing No. 5 to July 14, 2021 (3-0)

General

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a work study session to discuss the Draft 2020 Audit. This is a discussion-only meeting, with no formal action items listed. Public comment is allowed on items not scheduled for discussion or action.

• Discussion of Draft 2020 Audit

General

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners is holding a work study session to receive a briefing on workforce development. The meeting is open to in-person attendance but will not be live streamed. No formal decisions are scheduled; the agenda consists solely of this briefing and public comment procedures.

• Workforce Development Briefing
• Public comment limited to three minutes per person

General

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners is holding a work study session to discuss the draft 2020 audit. This is a discussion item, not a final decision, and the meeting is open for in-person attendance but not live-streamed. Public comment is limited to three minutes per person for items not on the agenda.

• Discussion of Draft 2020 Audit
• Public comment period for county interest items
• Meeting held at 215 Comanche St, 2nd Floor BOCC Meeting Room, Kiowa, CO

County Commission

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with consent agenda items, discussion items, action items, and land use hearings. Key discussions include a resolution on special event liquor permits, a possible resolution to protect constitutional rights, American Rescue Plan status, an intergovernmental agreement for emergency services impact fees, and public works maintenance shop requirements. Land use hearings will consider two rezones and one setback variance.

• Swift Creek Rezone (RZ-21-0005): 34 acres from A to AR at 39750 Transition Terrace, Elizabeth
• Promised Land Rezone (RZ-21-0007): 37.85 acres from A to AR at 41527 County Road 17-21, Elizabeth
• Lloyd ADU Setback Variance (VA-21-0033): ~45-foot variance from 100-foot side yard setback at 18510 County Road 69, Calhan
• Approval of County Road 194 Asphalt Treatment Contract
• Discussion on American Rescue Plan Status

The Board approved a resolution streamlining special event liquor permits, two rezones (Swift Creek and Promised Land) with conditions, a cul-de-sac agreement for County Roads 114 and 120, and a proclamation for Amateur Radio Operators Week. It also granted the County Manager authority to negotiate and purchase property for a new Public Works shop, not to exceed $300,000, and authorized Road and Bridge to work with Municipal Capital on a construction bond. The board discussed but took no action on a resolution to protect citizens' constitutional rights and an IGA with Elizabeth Fire, which will be considered on June 30.

• Approved resolution to streamline special event liquor permits
• Approved Swift Creek Rezone (RZ-21-0005) for 34 acres at 39750 Transition Terrace, Elizabeth, with conditions
• Approved Promised Land Rezone (RZ-21-0007) for 37.85 acres at 41527 County Road 17-21, Elizabeth, with conditions
• Approved Lloyd ADU Setback Variance (VA-21-0033) for 45-foot variance at 18510 County Road 59, Calhan, with condition
• Approved cul-de-sac agreements for County Rd 114 and County Rd 120
• Approved proclamation recognizing Annual Amateur Radio Operators Week
• Granted County Manager authority to negotiate/purchase property for Public Works shop, not to exceed $300,000
• Authorized Road and Bridge to work with Municipal Capital for construction capital bond

Planning Commission

The Elbert County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a request to rezone approximately 24.96 acres at 29495 County Road 93, Ramah, from Agriculture (A) to Agriculture-Two (A-2). The meeting also includes consent agenda items, citizen comments, and approval of amended April 20, 2021 minutes. The rest of the agenda is procedural.

• Public hearing on Janes Rezone (RZ-19-0052): 24.96 acres from Agriculture (A) to Agriculture-Two (A-2) at 29495 County Road 93, Ramah
• Amendment of April 20, 2021 Planning Commission meeting minutes
• Consent agenda for non-controversial items
• Citizen comments

The Elbert County Planning Commission approved the Janes Rezone (RZ-19-0052), rezoning approximately 24.96 acres from Agriculture (A) to Agriculture-Two (A-2) at 29495 County Road 93, Ramah. The approval includes staff conditions and an added condition requiring documentation from the State of Colorado before the matter goes to the Board of County Commissioners. The motion passed 6-0.

• Approved the April 20, 2021, Planning Commission meeting minutes as presented (6-0).
• Approved the Janes Rezone (RZ-19-0052) with conditions, including a requirement for state documentation before BOCC review (6-0).

General

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners is holding a work study session to discuss the Draft 2020 Audit. This is a discussion-only meeting, with no formal action items listed. Public comment is allowed on items not on the agenda and during discussion items.

• Discussion of Draft 2020 Audit

General

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings on two special event liquor permits and consider a liquor license renewal for Walmart. These are the only action items on the agenda, with no land use or other substantive matters scheduled.

• Public hearing: Special Event Liquor Permit for Elbert Town Committee
• Public hearing: Special Event Liquor Permit for Elizabeth Rodeo Association - Community Rodeo
• Liquor License Renewal for Walmart

The Board of County Commissioners, with two of three members present, approved all action items: two special event liquor permits (Elbert Town Committee and Elizabeth Rodeo Association) and a liquor license renewal for Walmart. All motions passed unanimously with no public comment or staff concerns.

• Approved Elbert Town Committee Special Event Liquor Permit (2-0)
• Approved Elizabeth Rodeo Association Community Rodeo Special Event Liquor Permit (2-0)
• Approved Walmart liquor license renewal (2-0)

Planning Commission

The Elbert County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a final plat for a 247-lot residential subdivision and two rezones from Agricultural (A) to Agricultural Residential (AR). The agenda also includes consent agenda items, citizen comments, and approval of minutes from previous meetings.

• Spring Valley Ranch Filing No. 6 (FP-18-0075): Final Plat to subdivide 101.5 acres into 247 single-family residential lots, 11 tracts, and rights-of-way in Section 33, Township 6 South, Range 64 West
• Promised Land Rezone (RZ-21-0007): Rezone 37.85 acres from (A) to (AR) at 41527 County Road 17-21, Elizabeth
• Swift Creek Rezone (RZ-21-0005): Rezone 34 acres from (A) to (AR) at 39750 Transition Terrace, Elizabeth
• Approval of meeting minutes from April 20, May 4, and May 18, 2021

The Elbert County Planning Commission voted 6-0 to recommend approval of Spring Valley Ranch Filing No. 6, a final plat for 247 single-family residential lots, to the Board of County Commissioners, subject to four conditions. The commission also recommended approval of two rezones: Promised Land Rezone (37.85 acres from A to AR) and Swift Creek Rezone (34 acres from A to AR), both 6-0. Minutes from three prior meetings were approved. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended approval of Spring Valley Ranch Filing No. 6 (247 lots) to BOCC (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Promised Land Rezone (RZ-21-0007) to BOCC (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Swift Creek Rezone (RZ-21-0005) to BOCC (6-0)
• Approved minutes from April 20, 2021, with correction (6-0)
• Approved minutes from May 4, 2021 (6-0)
• Approved minutes from May 18, 2021 (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Elbert County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two rezoning requests, each converting agricultural land to rural residential use. The commission will also consider consent agenda items, approve minutes from previous meetings, and take citizen comments.

• Promised Land Rezone (RZ-21-0007): 37.85 acres from (A) to (AR) at 41527 County Road 17-21, Elizabeth
• Swift Creek Rezone (RZ-21-0005): 34 acres from (A) to (AR) at 39750 Transition Terrace, Elizabeth
• Approval of minutes from April 20 and May 4, 2021 meetings

The Elbert County Planning Commission meeting on May 18, 2021, was called to order at 7:15 p.m. with only four commissioners present. Because a quorum was not achieved, all items on the agenda, including two rezoning requests, were continued to the next meeting on June 1, 2021. The meeting was adjourned at 7:19 p.m. No substantive decisions were made.

• All agenda items continued to June 1, 2021, due to lack of quorum
• Promised Land Rezone (RZ-21-0007) continued
• Swift Creek Rezone (RZ-21-0005) continued

County Commission

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners is holding a regular meeting with a consent agenda, action items, and land use hearings. The most consequential items are the land use hearings, where the board will decide on two rezoning requests, a major variance, and service plan amendments for three metropolitan districts. The meeting also includes routine approvals such as liquor license renewals and minutes.

• Porter Rezone (RZ-20-0071): rezone 10 acres of 56.55 acres from A to AR at 1280 County Road 166, Elizabeth
• Jubilee Rezone (RZ-21-0015): rezone ~25 acres from A to A-2 and ~10 acres from A to AR at 9662 State Highway 86, Kiowa
• Arrowhead Trail Major Variance (VA-21-0018): allow residence 82' from property line instead of 210' setback at 6479 Arrowhead Trail, Elizabeth
• Spring Valley Ranch Service Plan Amendments for Metropolitan Districts #4, #5, #6 (SR-21-0020)
• Public hearing for Elizabeth Rodeo Association Special Event Liquor License

The Elbert County Commission approved all four land-use items on the agenda: two rezones, a major variance, and service plan amendments for three metropolitan districts. The board also approved the consent agenda, the April 28 minutes, and a special event liquor license for the Elizabeth Rodeo Association. No substantive decisions were made on the sanctuary county resolution discussed during public comment.

• Approved consent agenda including liquor license renewals (3-0)
• Approved April 28, 2021 minutes (3-0)
• Approved Elizabeth Rodeo Association special event liquor license (3-0)
• Approved Porter Rezone RZ-20-0071 with conditions (3-0)
• Approved Jubilee Rezone RZ-21-0015 with conditions (3-0)
• Approved Arrowhead Trail Major Variance VA-21-0018 with conditions (3-0)
• Approved Spring Valley Ranch Service Plan Amendments for Metro Districts #4, #5, #6 (3-0)

Planning Commission

The Elbert County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two final plat applications for the Miller Ranch subdivision. The first, Filing 2, covers 108.55 acres and would create 31 lots; the second, Filing 3, covers 662.26 acres and would create 129 lots. The meeting also includes routine items such as call to order, prayer, pledge, roll call, staff report, consent agenda, citizen comments, and approval of minutes.

• Public hearing on Miller Ranch Filing 2 (FP-20-0052): final plat for 108.55 acres, 31 lots
• Public hearing on Miller Ranch Filing 3 (FP-20-0053): final plat for 662.26 acres, 129 lots
• Consent agenda for non-controversial items
• Citizen comments and approval of meeting minutes

The Planning Commission did not take a formal vote on the Miller Ranch Filing 2 and Filing 3 final plats. The applicant requested to keep the applications active while updating the service plan and other documents, with a plan to re-notice and return after the service plan amendment is approved by the Board of County Commissioners. The commission acknowledged that no formal continuance was needed since the applications had not been formally presented. The meeting adjourned with a unanimous vote.

• No formal action taken on Miller Ranch Filing 2 (FP-20-0052) or Filing 3 (FP-20-0053); applications to remain active pending service plan amendment
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

County Commission

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with action items including accepting the Transportation Master Plan Final Document and approving 2022 budget goals. They will also discuss the CDS 2020 Development Report and hold land use hearings for two major variance requests and an extension request.

• Acceptance of Transportation Master Plan Final Document
• Approval of BOCC 2022 Budget Goals
• Arrowhead Trail Major Variance (VA-21-0018) to reduce front setback from 210' to 82' at 6479 Arrowhead Trail, Elizabeth
• Hoerner Major Variance (VA-21-0014) to reduce RA-1 front setback by 15' at 2396 Elkhorn Street, Parker
• Request for extension of Running Creek Manor SUR (SU-19-0047)

The Board of County Commissioners approved the Hoerner Major Variance (VA-21-0014) with conditions, allowing a residence 15 feet closer to Elkhorn Street. The Arrowhead Trail Major Variance (VA-21-0018) was continued to May 12, 2021, at the applicants' request. The board also accepted the Transportation Master Plan, approved the 2022 Budget Goals, and granted a six-month extension for Running Creek Manor SUR. All votes were unanimous (2-0) with Commissioner Richardson absent.

• Approved Hoerner Major Variance VA-21-0014 with condition (2-0)
• Continued Arrowhead Trail Major Variance VA-21-0018 to May 12, 2021 (2-0)
• Accepted Transportation Master Plan Final Document (2-0)
• Approved BOCC 2022 Budget Goals (2-0)
• Granted six-month extension to Running Creek Manor SUR SU-19-0047 (2-0)
• Continued Jubilee Rezone RZ-21-0015 to May 12, 2021 (2-0)
• Approved consent agenda including ratification of disaster declaration (2-0)
• Approved Economic Development Week proclamation (2-0)

General

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a work study session to attend a presentation from the Colorado Oil & Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) on the recently adopted Mission Change Rules. No formal decisions or action items are listed; the meeting is informational only. Public comment is limited to three minutes per person on items not scheduled for discussion or action.

• Presentation by Colorado Oil & Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) on recently adopted Mission Change Rules
• Meeting held in the Agriculture Building on the Fairgrounds at 3:30 PM, expected to last one hour
• Presenter(s) attending remotely

General

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a virtual town hall meeting on April 22, 2021, at 6:30 PM. The meeting consists of a short presentation on current county issues followed by a Q&A session via Zoom. No formal decisions or action items are listed on the agenda.

• Virtual town hall via Zoom webinar (ID: 919 6268 4456, passcode: 197499)
• Public comment limited to three minutes per person
• Land use hearings scheduled for 1:00 PM on meeting days

General

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a town hall meeting at Simla High School, featuring a short presentation on current county issues followed by a Q&A session. The agenda is primarily informational and procedural, with no specific action items listed.

• Town hall meeting at Simla High School, 180901 County Road 125, Simla, CO
• Public comment limited to three minutes per person
• Land use hearings scheduled for 1:00 PM on meeting days

Planning Commission

The Elbert County Planning Commission is meeting to consider two public hearing items: a rezone request and amendments to three metropolitan district service plans. The rezone would change 10 acres of a 56.55-acre property at 1280 County Road 166, Elizabeth, from Agricultural (A) to Agricultural Residential (AR). The service plan amendments concern Metropolitan Districts #4, #5, and #6 in Sections 30 and 32, likely for Spring Valley Ranch. The agenda also includes routine items like consent agenda, citizen comments, and approval of minutes.

• Porter Rezone (RZ-20-0071): Rezone 10 acres of 56.55 acres from (A) to (AR) at 1280 County Road 166, Elizabeth
• Spring Valley Ranch Service Plan Amendments (SR-21-0020): Approve amended Metropolitan District #4, #5, and #6 in Sections 30 and 32
• Public hearing process with quasi-judicial procedures
• Consent agenda for non-controversial items
• Approval of April 6, 2021 meeting minutes

The Elbert County Planning Commission voted 7-0 to recommend approval of the Porter Rezone (RZ-20-0071), which would rezone 10 acres of a 56.55-acre property at 1280 County Road 166, Elizabeth, from A to AR, subject to three conditions. The commission also voted 7-0 to recommend approval of amendments to the Spring Valley Ranch Service Plans for Metropolitan Districts #4, #5, and #6 (SR-21-0020), which would remove a sentence requiring debt election questions to include mill levy cap language, while keeping the caps in the service plans themselves. Both recommendations go to the Board of County Commissioners for final action.

• Recommended approval of Porter Rezone (RZ-20-0071) to rezone 10 acres from A to AR (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Spring Valley Ranch Service Plan Amendments (SR-21-0020) to remove ballot question language on mill levy caps (7-0)
• Approved April 6, 2021, Planning Commission meeting minutes (7-0)

County Commission

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners will discuss the draft Transportation Master Plan and possible positions on SB21-135, which would prohibit certain animals in traveling acts. They will also hold land use hearings for a rezone and two final plats, with staff recommending continuance or withdrawal for the Miller Ranch filings. The meeting includes consent agenda items and public comment periods.

• Draft Transportation Master Plan presented by Kimley-Horn
• Discussion of SB21-135 'Prohibit Certain Animals in Traveling Animal Acts'
• Linden Rezone (RZ-20-0062): 35 acres from Agriculture to Agriculture Residential at 1735 County Road 194, Parker
• Miller Ranch Filing 2 (FP-20-0052): Final plat of 108.55 acres creating 31 lots (staff recommends continuance or withdraw)
• Miller Ranch Filing 3 (FP-20-0053): Final plat of 662.26 acres creating 129 lots (staff recommends continuance or withdraw)

The Board approved the Linden Rezone (RZ-20-0062) for approximately 35 acres at 1735 County Road 194, Parker, with conditions listed but removing conditions 5 and 6. The board also continued two Miller Ranch final plats to May 25-26, 2021, and heard a draft Transportation Master Plan presentation. No other substantive decisions were made; the consent agenda and minutes were approved unanimously.

• Approved Linden Rezone RZ-20-0062 (35 acres, Agriculture to Agriculture Residential) with conditions, removing conditions 5 and 6 (3-0)
• Continued Miller Ranch Filing 2 (FP-20-0052) to May 25, 2021 at 1:00 PM (3-0)
• Continued Miller Ranch Filing 3 (FP-20-0053) to May 26, 2021 at 1:00 PM (3-0)
• Approved agenda as presented (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda including vouchers, CDS mylars, and ratification of disaster declaration extension (3-0)
• Approved March 24, 2021 minutes (3-0)

Planning Commission

The Elbert County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a request to rezone approximately 25 acres from Agriculture (A) to Agriculture-Two (A-2) and 10 acres from Agriculture (A) to Agriculture Residential (AR) at 9662 State Highway 86, Kiowa. The meeting also includes routine items like consent agenda, citizen comments, and approval of minutes.

• Public hearing for Jubilee Rezone (RZ-21-0015): 25 acres to A-2 and 10 acres to AR at 9662 State Highway 86, Kiowa

The Elbert County Planning Commission unanimously recommended approval of the Jubilee Rezone (RZ-21-0015) to the Board of County Commissioners. The request covers approximately 25 acres from Agriculture (A) to Agriculture-Two (A-2) and 10 acres from Agriculture (A) to Agriculture Residential (AR) at 9662 State Highway 86, Kiowa. The recommendation includes three conditions as listed in the staff report. The commission also approved the minutes from February 16 and March 16, 2021, both by 5-0 votes.

• Recommended approval of Jubilee Rezone (RZ-21-0015) to Board of County Commissioners (5-0)
• Approved February 16, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved March 16, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0)

General

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a work study session to discuss the requirements for a future Justice Center. This is a discussion item, not a final decision, and public comment is allowed.

• Discussion of Future Justice Center Requirements

County Commission

The Elbert County Board of Commissioners will discuss the draft 2022 budget guidelines, the one-year anniversary of the COVID-19 response, and the PAUSE ballot initiative, described as an anti-agriculture attempt. They will also take action on items including an amendment to the CDS Development Review Fee Schedule for oil and gas permitting and authorization for right-of-way cul-de-sac agreements. A land use hearing is scheduled for a major variance request at 4344 Antelope Trail, Elbert.

• Draft 2022 BOCC Budget Guidelines
• COVID-19 Response (1 Year Anniversary)
• PAUSE Ballot Initiative - A anti-agriculture attempt
• Amendment to CDS Development Review Fee Schedule - Oil and Gas permitting
• Antelope Trail Garage (VA-21-0010) - Major Variance at 4344 Antelope Trail, Elbert

The Board of County Commissioners approved a resolution and letter opposing Ballot Initiative 16, which they stated is an attack on agriculture and the livestock industry. The board also approved the consent agenda, the minutes from March 10, 2021, an amendment to the CDS Development Review Fee Schedule for oil and gas permitting, and authorization for the county manager to enter into cul-de-sac agreements. During the land use hearing, the board approved a major variance for a garage at 4344 Antelope Trail in Elizabeth. The meeting included discussion on the COVID-19 response, with public comment urging the county to open fully, and a report on the winter storm's $177,030 cost.

• Approved a resolution and letter opposing Ballot Initiative 16 to protect the livestock industry.
• Approved the consent agenda, including CDS mylars, vouchers, and variance reports.
• Approved the minutes from the March 10, 2021, regular and Board of Health meetings.
• Approved an amendment to the CDS Development Review Fee Schedule for oil and gas permitting.
• Authorized the county manager to enter into right-of-way cul-de-sac agreements.
• Approved a major variance (VA-21-0010) for a garage at 4344 Antelope Trail with conditions.
• Ratified the extension of the local disaster emergency declaration and the declaration for the winter storm.
• Approved the liquor license renewal for The Naked Goat.

General

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a work study session to discuss the National Community Survey conducted by POLCO. The meeting is open to the public and will include time for citizen comments. No formal decisions are scheduled; the session is for discussion only.

• Discussion of National Community Survey conducted by POLCO
• Public comment period for items not on the agenda (3 minutes per person)
• Land use hearings scheduled for 1:00 PM if needed

Planning Commission

The Elbert County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on four land-use items: a special use for a tree care business, two final plats for the Miller Ranch subdivision, and a rezone of 35 acres. The agenda also includes routine items like approval of minutes and a staff report on recent Board of County Commissioners actions.

• Shady Tree Service (SU-19-0130): special use for tree care business on 9.091 acres at 1249 County Road 166, Parker
• Miller Ranch Filing 2 (FP-20-0052): final plat of 108.55 acres creating 31 lots
• Miller Ranch Filing 3 (FP-20-0053): final plat of 662.26 acres creating 129 lots
• Linden (RZ-20-0062): rezone of 35 acres from Agriculture (A) to Agriculture Residential (AR) at 1735 County Road 194, Parker
• Staff report on BOCC actions from Feb 24, 2021, including Ricci (RZ-20-0055)

The Planning Commission voted 6-0 to continue the Miller Ranch Filing 2 and Filing 3 final plats to May 4, 2021, due to outstanding issues with the metro district service plan and zoning. The commission voted 5-2 to postpone the Shady Tree Service special use hearing until the applicant holds a community meeting. The commission voted 7-0 to recommend approval of the Linden rezone from Agriculture to Agriculture Residential with six conditions.

• Continued Miller Ranch Filing 2 (FP-20-0052) to May 4, 2021 (6-0).
• Continued Miller Ranch Filing 3 (FP-20-0053) to May 4, 2021 (6-0).
• Postponed Shady Tree Service (SU-19-0130) until a community meeting is held (5-2).
• Recommended approval of Linden Rezone (RZ-20-0062) with six conditions (7-0).

County Commission

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with discussion items on amending the CDS development review fee schedule, a small business relief program update, and public works maintenance shop requirements. Action items include approving minutes, a USGS well monitoring contract extension, Spring Valley Ranch subdivision improvement agreements, and a Cattleman's Day resolution. The board will also hold land use hearings for three special use requests and an extension request, followed by an executive session on property matters.

• Special use request for Messer Event Center at 33955 County Road 37, Kiowa
• Special use request for Rock Bottom Propane bulk storage (78,000 gallon max) at 13618 County Road 166, Kiowa
• Special use request for SAC Wireless 76' tower at 38555 County Road 29, Elizabeth
• Extension request for Delbert Hills Subdivision Improvement Agreement (MD-18-0095)
• Discussion on amendment to CDS Development Review Fee Schedule

The Board approved the Messer Event Center special use, Rock Bottom Propane bulk storage, and SAC Wireless tower permits, all with conditions. They also granted a six-month extension for the Delbert Hills subdivision improvement agreement. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved the Messer Event Center Special Use (SU-19-0099) with conditions.
• Approved the Rock Bottom Propane Special Use (SU-20-0068) with conditions.
• Approved the SAC Wireless Special Use (SU-20-0076) with conditions.
• Granted a six-month extension for the Delbert Hills Subdivision Improvement Agreement.
• Approved the USGS Well Monitoring Contract Extension.
• Approved the Spring Valley Ranch Subdivision Improvement Agreements.
• Approved the Cattleman's Day Resolution.
• Authorized staff to negotiate for property purchase, not to exceed the County Manager's spending authority.

County Commission

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners is holding a meeting that includes a single action item: an update on the county's COVID-19 response. The meeting is open to the public, with limited space and possible online-only access due to the pandemic. No other substantive business is listed on the agenda.

• Update on COVID-19 Response (action item)

The Board of Health received an update on COVID-19 response. The county moved to blue level on March 9, with 26% of the population tested, 12 deaths (none solely due to COVID), and 1,700 vaccinations administered. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational and adjourned.

• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

General

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a work study session to discuss the Transportation Master Plan. This is a discussion item, not a final decision, and the meeting is open to the public. No formal action items or land use hearings are listed on this agenda.

• Work study session on the Transportation Master Plan
• Meeting held at Elbert County Agriculture Building, 95 Ute Ave, Kiowa, CO 80117

County Commission

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners is holding a regular meeting with consent agenda items, discussion items, and a land use hearing. The main land use item is a public hearing on a request to rezone 35.1 acres at 29684 County Road 17/21, Elizabeth, from Agriculture (A) to Agriculture Residential (AR). The board will also discuss the 2020 annual library report, an update on the Transportation Master Plan, right-of-way cul-de-sac agreements, and a subdivision improvement agreement for Spring Valley Ranch.

• Public hearing: Ricci (RZ-20-0055) rezone of 35.1 acres from Agriculture (A) to Agriculture Residential (AR) at 29684 County Road 17/21, Elizabeth
• Ratification of Extension of Declaration of Local Disaster Emergency
• Resolution authorizing County Clerk to sign 2021 Election IGA Agreements
• Liquor license renewal for South 40 Bar and Grill LLC
• Discussion: Spring Valley Ranch Subdivision Improvement Agreement (SIA)

The Board approved the Ricci rezone (RZ-20-0055) for 35.1 acres at 29684 County Road 17/21, Elizabeth, changing the zoning from Agriculture (A) to Agriculture Residential (AR) with conditions. The approval allows the property to be subdivided into three lots. The Board also approved the agenda (minus item G2), the consent agenda, and the February 10, 2021 minutes. The Board authorized the County Attorney to negotiate right-of-way cul-de-sac agreements for two areas, with final agreements to come back for approval.

• Approved agenda as presented, with item G2 (Transportation Master Plan update) removed.
• Approved consent agenda, including CDS mylars, vouchers, disaster emergency extension, library board nominees, liquor license renewal for South 40 Bar and Grill, and election IGA resolution.
• Approved February 10, 2021 minutes as presented.
• Authorized County Attorney to negotiate right-of-way cul-de-sac agreements for two areas, with final agreements to be brought back for Board approval.
• Approved Ricci Rezone RZ-20-0055 (35.1 acres from Agriculture to Agriculture Residential) with conditions, allowing subdivision into three lots.

Planning Commission

The Elbert County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three special use requests: an existing event center at 33955 County Road 37 in Kiowa, a bulk propane storage facility (up to 78,000 gallons) at 13618 County Road 166 in Kiowa, and a 76-foot wireless telecommunications tower at 38555 CR 29 in Elizabeth. The commission will also review its bylaws during a work session, elect officers, and approve minutes from January 19 and 20, 2021. The meeting will be held in the Elbert County Agricultural Building and via Zoom.

• Messer Event Center (SU-19-0099): Special Use by Review for existing event center on ~20 acres at 33955 County Road 37, Kiowa
• Rock Bottom Propane (SU-20-0068): Special Use by Review for bulk propane storage (78,000 gallon max) on ~0.95 acres at 13618 County Road 166, Kiowa
• SAC Wireless (SU-20-0076): Special Use by Review for 76' wireless telecommunications tower at 38555 CR 29, Elizabeth
• Work session to review Planning Commission Bylaws
• Election of officers and approval of January 19 and 20, 2021 minutes

The Elbert County Planning Commission voted 6-0 to recommend approval of three special use permits to the Board of County Commissioners: the Messer Event Center, Rock Bottom Propane, and SAC Wireless. The commission also approved its meeting minutes, elected officers, and adopted an edit to its bylaws. No public comment was received, and no items were pulled from the consent agenda.

• Recommended approval of Messer Event Center special use (SU-19-0099) (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Rock Bottom Propane bulk storage facility (SU-20-0068) (6-0)
• Recommended approval of SAC Wireless telecommunications tower (SU-20-0076) (6-0)
• Approved minutes of January 19 and 20, 2021 (6-0)
• Elected Danny Willcox as Chair and Dan Michalak as Co-Chair (6-0)
• Approved recommended edit to Planning Commission Bylaws (6-0)

County Commission

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners will discuss a CARES Act spending report, a resolution authorizing the clerk to sign 2021 election IGA agreements, and an intergovernmental agreement with Douglas County for cost-sharing on the overlay of Delbert Road. Action items include a public hearing on county impact fees and approval of meeting minutes. A land use hearing is scheduled for the Spring Valley Ranch DGA Amendment #3.

• Public hearing on Elbert County Impact Fees
• IGA with Douglas County for Delbert Road overlay cost-sharing
• Resolution authorizing Clerk to sign 2021 election IGA agreements
• CARES Act spending year-to-date report
• Spring Valley Ranch DGA Amendment #3 (DG-20-0073)

Planning Commission

The Elbert County Planning Commission is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes and electing officers, followed by a work session on the Transportation Master Plan update and a review of the commission's bylaws. No public hearings are scheduled, and the agenda is largely procedural.

• Work session on Transportation Master Plan Update
• Review of Planning Commission Bylaws
• Election of officers
• Approval of meeting minutes

County Commission

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with a quarterly Board of Health COVID-19 update, consent agenda items, a transportation plan discussion, and several land use hearings. The board will consider a rezone for the Carlson property, a special use for a zoological park, and extensions for the Healing Pines SUR and Spring Valley Ranch DGA. Two items (Ricci rezone and Spring Valley Ranch DGA) are continued to future meetings.

• Quarterly Board of Health meeting and COVID-19 response update
• Approval of 2021 Elbert County Fire Operating Plan
• Ratification of extension of Declaration of Local Disaster Emergency
• Carlson Rezone (RZ-19-0016): 17.68 acres from Agriculture (A) to Agriculture Residential (AR) at 36411 Paradise Circle, Elizabeth
• CJ's Animal Adventures (SU-20-0058): Special Use for zoological park on ~10 acres at 8909 Country Circle, Elizabeth

The Board approved a 90-day extension for the Healing Pines SUR, a rezone for the Carlson property, and a special use permit for CJ's Animal Adventures. Two land use items were continued to future meetings. The Board also authorized up to $2,000 for CCOR to provide food to those in COVID-19 isolation.

• Approved 90-day extension for Healing Pines SUR (3-0)
• Approved Carlson Rezone (RZ-19-0016) with conditions (3-0)
• Approved CJ's Animal Adventures special use permit (SU-20-0058) with conditions (3-0)
• Continued Ricci Rezone (RZ-20-0055) to February 24, 2021
• Continued Spring Valley Ranch DGA Amendment #3 to February 10, 2021
• Authorized Public Health Department to use up to $2,000 for CCOR (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda including 2021 Fire Operating Plan and disaster declaration extension (3-0)

Planning Commission

The Elbert County Planning Commission is meeting to consider an amendment to the Spring Valley Ranch Development Guide Agreement and a related subdivision improvement agreement. The meeting includes a public hearing for the amendment, along with consent agenda items, citizen comments, and approval of prior meeting minutes. The agenda also includes the election of officers.

• Public hearing on Spring Valley Ranch DGA Amendment #3 (DG-20-0073)
• Spring Valley Ranch Subdivision Improvement Agreement (SIA) on consent agenda
• Approval of January 5, 2021 meeting minutes
• Election of officers
• Meeting held at BOCC Hearing Room, 215 Comanche St., Kiowa, with Zoom option

The Elbert County Planning Commission voted 5-0 to recommend approval of Spring Valley Ranch DGA Amendment #3 (DG-20-0073) to the Board of County Commissioners, subject to conditions including a snow fence mitigation measure. The amendment modifies the development guide agreement, including road obligations and impact fees. The recommendation follows a two-day public hearing with extensive testimony from residents and the applicant.

• Recommended approval of Spring Valley Ranch DGA Amendment #3 (5-0)
• Added condition requiring snow fence mitigation measures (5-0)
• Removed Spring Valley Ranch SIA from consent agenda (5-0)
• Approved January 5, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0)

County Commission

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners is meeting to handle routine administrative items, discuss an impact fee study, and hold land use hearings. The most significant item is a public hearing on a special use request for the Silver Creek Sporting Club to add shooting facilities on about 245 acres in Kiowa. The board will also consider a major variance for a barn in Elizabeth and revoke older resolutions, including one from 1963 about county roads.

• Special use review for Silver Creek Sporting Club: sporting clay trails, shooting tower, shooting area, and 20 additional stations on ~245 acres at 6852 Quail Run Circle, Kiowa
• Major variance for Herring Barn to modify a non-conforming barn at 5211 Pine Ridge Drive, Elizabeth
• Discussion on Impact Fee Study
• Resolution revoking 1963 resolution abandoning county roads
• Resolution setting annual salary of District Attorney for Eighteenth Judicial District

The Board approved the Silver Creek Sporting Club special use review (SU-18-0067) for sporting clay trails, a shooting tower, and 20 additional stations on 245 acres at 6852 Quail Run Circle, Kiowa, with conditions agreed upon by the applicant. The board also approved the Herring Barn major variance (VA-20-0075) at 5211 Pine Ridge Drive, Elizabeth, and continued the Messer Event Center SUR (SU-19-0099) to March 10, 2021. All votes were unanimous (3-0).

• Approved Silver Creek Sporting Club SUR (SU-18-0067) with conditions (3-0)
• Approved Herring Barn Major Variance (VA-20-0075) with conditions (3-0)
• Continued Messer Event Center SUR (SU-19-0099) to March 10, 2021 (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda including ratification of disaster emergency extension (3-0)
• Approved annual organizational resolution and appointments (3-0)
• Approved minutes for December 21 and December 23, 2020 meetings (3-0)

Planning Commission

The Elbert County Planning Commission is meeting to conduct public hearings on four land-use applications, including two rezones, a special use for a zoological park, and an amendment to a development guide agreement. The agenda also includes a staff report on recent Board of County Commissioners actions, discussion on PC reimbursements, and approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Carlson Rezone (RZ-19-0016): 17.68 acres from Agriculture (A) to Agriculture Residential (AR) at 36411 Paradise Circle, Elizabeth
• Ricci Rezone (RZ-20-0055): 35.1 acres from Agriculture (A) to Agriculture Residential (AR) at 29684 County Road 17/21, Elizabeth
• CJ's Animal Adventures (SU-20-0058): Special Use for a zoological park on 10 acres at 8909 Country Circle, Elizabeth
• Spring Valley Ranch DGA Amendment #3 (DG-20-0073): Amendment to the Development Guide Agreement
• Staff report on BOCC actions from Dec 23, 2020, including Bussie-Windland RV Repair SUR and Holly Acres Side Yard Variances