Elbert County public meetings in 2024

General

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners will hold a special meeting to conduct a public hearing on 2024 Budget Supplemental Appropriations. The meeting agenda includes standard procedural items such as roll call and agenda approval.

• Public Hearing - 2024 Budget Supplemental Appropriations

The Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved supplemental appropriations totaling about $1,905,333 across four funds for 2024, including $400,000 for SWAT gear, $555,333 for Road and Bridge operations, and $950,000 for fairground projects. Finance Director Tiffany Hermes confirmed the increases would not impact the 2025 budget. The meeting was a special session with no public comment.

• Approved $400,000 General Fund increase for SWAT gear (3-0)
• Approved $555,333 Road and Bridge fund increase for operations and contracts (3-0)
• Approved $530,000 Growth and Development fund increase for fairground projects (3-0)
• Approved $420,000 Conservation Trust fund increase for fairground projects (3-0)

County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will consider the adoption of the 2025 budget and mill levies, along with several intergovernmental agreements and inmate health care contracts. The meeting also includes a land use hearing for a Christmas event.

• Approval of Elbert County 2025 Budget Resolution
• Certification of 2025 Elbert County Mill Levies
• Approval of IGA for County Line Road O&M
• Approval of Wellpath Inmate Health Care Services Agreement
• Land Use Hearing for Christmas in the Stix

The Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved the 2025 budget resolution, the 2025 mill levies (including Sun Country), and a land use permit for a Christmas light attraction. They also adopted 10 regulation changes. All votes were 3-0.

• Approved 2025 Budget Resolution (3-0)
• Certified 2025 Elbert County and Sun Country mill levies (3-0)
• Approved Christmas in the Stix special use permit with modified conditions (3-0)
• Adopted Regulation Update changes 1-10 with minor changes (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda including IGAs and inmate health care agreement (3-0)

Planning Commission

The Elbert County Planning Commission will convene to review a public hearing regarding an amendment to the Independence Planned Unit Development (PUD). The meeting will include a review of meeting minutes and a work session.

• Approval of November 12, 2024 meeting minutes
• Public Hearing: Independence PUD Amendment 4 (PD-2024-7520)
• Work session to follow public hearings

The Elbert County Planning Commission held a public hearing and voted 6-0 to recommend approval of Independence PUD Amendment No. 4 (Case PD-2024-7520) to the Board of County Commissioners. The amendment modifies lot width ranges to specific minimum widths and adds a note about alternate single-family side yard setbacks. The recommendation is subject to three conditions of approval from the staff report. No public testimony was given.

• Recommended approval of Independence PUD Amendment No. 4 (PD-2024-7520) to BOCC (6-0)
• Approved November 12, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will consider the 2025 Elbert County Budget and discuss several intergovernmental agreements regarding road maintenance. The meeting includes discussions on fire protection fees, open space options, and inmate health care services.

• Approval of the 2025 Elbert County Budget
• Land use hearings for Genesis RV and Boat Storage and Ingalls Rezone
• Discussion on Third Amended and Restated Agreement for Inmate Health Care Services - Wellpath
• IGA for Operations and Maintenance Plan of a portion of County Line Road
• IGA for traffic control infrastructure at CR 194 and Delbert Road intersection

The Board approved the 2025 Elbert County Budget, accepted Augusta Loop as a county road for maintenance, and approved two land-use applications: a storage facility and a rezoning. Several discussion items, including the Water Master Plan and intergovernmental agreements, were deferred to the next meeting.

• Approved 2025 Elbert County Budget (3-0)
• Accepted Augusta Loop for full county road maintenance (3-0)
• Approved Genesis RV and Boat Storage with added conditions (3-0)
• Approved Ingalls Rezone from Agriculture to Agriculture Residential (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda (3-0)
• Approved minutes from October and November meetings (3-0)

General

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners will meet on December 10, 2024 at 2:00 PM. The agenda includes a discussion and decision on accepting Spring Valley Ranch Roads. The meeting is open to the public.

• Discussion and decision on acceptance of Spring Valley Ranch Roads

Planning Commission

The Elbert County Planning Commission will conduct public hearings on two applications: the Ingalls rezoning (RZ-2024-2599) and the Christmas in the Stix special use request (SUR-2024-2522). The hearings will follow a quasi‑judicial process with staff and applicant presentations, public testimony, and a board vote. The agenda also includes approval of the October 15, 2024 meeting minutes and discussion of staff reports and consent agenda items.

• Public hearing on Ingalls Rezone RZ-2024-2599
• Public hearing on Christmas in the Stix SUR-2024-2522
• Approval of October 15, 2024 Planning Commission meeting minutes
• Consent agenda items (non‑controversial items)
• Staff report on Board of County Commissioners actions

The Planning Commission voted to recommend that the Board of County Commissioners approve a rezone application for a property on County Road 5 and a special use permit for a seasonal holiday venue on Highway 86. These recommendations now move to the Board of County Commissioners for final consideration. The commission also approved the minutes from their October 15, 2024, meeting.

• Approved October 15, 2024, meeting minutes (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Ingalls Rezone RZ-2024-2599 (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Christmas in the Stix SUR-2024-2522 (5-2)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

General

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners will convene an executive session to receive legal advice on litigation pending in Elbert County District Court. The discussion concerns the case between the Board and the Elbert County Sheriff’s Office (case no. 2024CV30091). No formal action will be taken during the executive session; any motions will be addressed after the session in the public portion of the meeting.

• Executive session to discuss legal strategy for case 2024CV30091 (Board vs. Sheriff’s Office)

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners held a special meeting on November 25, 2024, with Commissioner Grant Thayer absent. The board unanimously approved the agenda and entered an executive session for legal advice on pending litigation against the Sheriff's Office (case no. 2024CV30091). No formal action was taken during or after the session, and the meeting adjourned without substantive decisions.

• Approved agenda as presented (2-0)
• Entered executive session for legal advice on litigation (2-0)
• No formal action taken in executive session

General

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners will hold an executive session to discuss potential purchase, acquisition, lease, transfer, or sale of property, as required by Colorado law. After the executive session, the board will consider any related actions in the public portion of the meeting. The agenda also schedules land‑use hearings, where staff and applicants will present applications and the board will take public input before making decisions.

• Executive session notice to discuss purchase, acquisition, lease, transfer, or sale of property
• Discussion and possible action on items related to the executive session
• Land Use Hearings scheduled for 1:00 pm, including staff presentation, applicant presentation, public input, and BOCC decision

The Board of County Commissioners held a special meeting and entered executive session for legal advice, taking no formal action. Afterward, they discussed future county space needs and directed the county manager to explore leasing options, with no formal decision made.

• Approved agenda as presented (3-0)
• Entered executive session for legal advice (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will consider updates to the 2019 Construction Standards & Specifications for 2025. The board will also hold land use hearings for several rezoning and special use requests. Other business includes a subdivision agreement for Spring Valley Ranch Filing 10.

• Land use hearings for Heartland Pines Wedding and Events (SUR-2024-1802) and Tailwind Crossing Rezone (RZ-2023-6236)
• Land use hearings for Triple Acres Rezone (RZ-2023-33442) and Industrial Tower West - Simla (VAR-2024-28526, SUR-2024-28526)
• Discussion on updating Elbert County Construction Standards & Specifications for 2025
• Possible action on the Second Amendment to Subdivision Improvement Agreement for Spring Valley Ranch Filing 10
• Hearing for EC East Metropolitan Districts and Service Plans

The Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved all four land-use applications: a special use for a wedding and events venue, two rezones from agricultural to residential agricultural, and a special use and height variance for a 330-foot telecommunications tower. They also approved the consent agenda, prior meeting minutes, and a subdivision improvement agreement amendment. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved Heartland Pines Wedding and Events special use (3-0)
• Approved Tailwind Crossing rezone from Agricultural to Residential Agricultural (3-0)
• Approved Triple Acres rezone from agricultural to agricultural residential (3-0)
• Approved Industrial Tower West height variance for 330' tower (3-0)
• Approved Industrial Tower West special use for 330' tower (3-0)
• Approved EC East Metropolitan Districts and Service Plans (3-0)
• Approved Second Amendment to Subdivision Improvement Agreement for Spring Valley Ranch Filing 10 (3-0)
• Approved October 9, 2024 minutes (3-0)

General

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners will conduct a public hearing on the draft budget for fiscal year 2025. The hearing allows citizens to comment on the proposed budget before any board action is taken. The meeting also includes routine items such as call to order, agenda approval, and adjournment.

• Public hearing – 2025 Draft Budget

The Board of County Commissioners opened and closed a public hearing on the 2025 Draft Budget, with no public comment. Finance Manager Tiffany Hermes presented the budget, noting revenue is increasing more than expenses. No formal approval or denial of the budget occurred at this meeting; the hearing was procedural only.

• Opened public hearing for 2025 Draft Budget (unanimous)
• Closed public hearing for 2025 Draft Budget (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Elbert County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to re‑notice the Ingalls rezoning application identified as RZ‑2024‑2599. The agenda also includes a public hearing on the Elbert County Water Master Plan, a staff report on actions taken by the Board of County Commissioners, and approval of the October 1, 2024 meeting minutes. Consent agenda items are listed as non‑controversial and will be considered without discussion.

• Ingalls Rezone RZ‑2024‑2599 – re‑notice for public hearing (date/time TBD)
• Elbert County Water Master Plan – public hearing
• Staff report on Board of County Commissioners actions
• Approval of October 1, 2024 meeting minutes
• Consent agenda items (non‑controversial) slated for automatic approval

The Elbert County Planning Commission recommended the Board of County Commissioners accept the Water Master Plan, with three conditions of approval. The commission also continued the Ingalls Rezone public hearing to December 3, 2024, and approved the October 1, 2024 meeting minutes.

• Recommended BOCC accept Water Master Plan with 3 conditions (7-0)
• Continued Ingalls Rezone RZ-2024-2599 hearing to Dec 3, 2024 (7-0)
• Approved Oct 1, 2024 meeting minutes (7-0)

General

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a special meeting to receive 2025 budget presentations from each county department. No decisions or votes are scheduled for this meeting. Public comment will not be permitted. The meeting is open for public observation.

• 2025 budget presentations from each county department (informational only)

General

The board will hold a land-use hearing for the EC East Planned Unit Development and for the EC East Preliminary Plat. Staff will present the applications and the Planning Commission’s recommendation, followed by applicant and public comments, then the board will discuss and vote. The hearing is scheduled for 1:00 pm after any earlier agenda items.

• EC East – Planned Unit Development (PUD) land-use hearing
• EC East – Preliminary Plat land-use hearing

The Elbert County Board of Commissioners held public hearings on the EC East Planned Unit Development (PUD) and Preliminary Plat applications to rezone 1,290 acres from Agricultural and Agricultural Residential to PUD. Following presentations, public comments, and discussions regarding water supply and project phases, the commissioners voted to approve both the PUD rezoning and preliminary plat with modifications, including a condition requiring the recordation of all documents within 180 days.

• Approved the agenda as presented (3-0)
• Opened public hearing for EC East Planned Unit Development (PUD) (3-0)
• Opened public hearing for EC East Preliminary Plat (3-0)
• Approved EC East PUD Rezoning with modification of approval (3-0)
• Approved EC East Preliminary Plat as presented with modification of approval (3-0)
• Closed public hearing for EC East PUD Rezoning (3-0)
• Closed public hearing for EC East Preliminary Plat (3-0)
• Approved motion to adjourn (3-0)

County Commission

The Elbert County Board of Commissioners will discuss the 2025 draft budget and the Town of Elbert drainage issue. The board will also vote on a contract for Clear Ballot voting systems and consider a development guide agreement amendment.

• Approval of Clear Ballot Voting Systems Contract
• Discussion on 2025 Draft Budget
• Discussion on Town of Elbert Drainage Issue
• Consideration of 3rd Amendment to Wild Pointe Development Guide Agreement
• Space-X Special Use by Review hearing

The Board approved a Special Use permit for SpaceX to add 32 antennas and expand its satellite compound, with conditions including donation of 3 Starlink devices to the county's emergency management office. The Board also approved the final plat for the Elora subdivision (formerly Sterling Crossing), which includes 308 single-family lots, a commercial lot, roads, and open space, with conditions including recordation within 180 days. The 2025 draft budget was discussed with a public hearing scheduled for November 6, 2024. The Wild Pointe Development Guide Agreement amendment was moved to the next meeting's consent agenda.

• Approved SpaceX Special Use by Review SUR-2023-28773 (3-0)
• Approved Elora Final Plat FP-2023-2003 (3-0)
• Set hearing date for EC East Metro Districts for Nov 13, 2024 (3-0)
• Approved Clear Ballot Voting Systems Contract (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda including ratification of Maverix Broadband BEAD letter (3-0)
• Approved September 25, 2024 minutes (3-0)
• Moved Wild Pointe Development Guide Agreement 3rd Amendment to next meeting's consent agenda

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will conduct quasi-judicial public hearings to find facts and make decisions based on adopted regulation standards. The body will review specific use and rezoning applications and discuss updates to regulations.

• Heartland Pines Wedding and Events SUR-2024-1802
• Tailwind Crossing Rezone RZ-2023-6236
• Industrial Tower West - Simla - SUR-2024-28526
• Triple Acres Rezone - RZ-2023-33442
• Regulations Update

The Elbert County Planning Commission held public hearings and voted to recommend approval to the Board of County Commissioners for four applications: a special use permit for a wedding venue, two rezones, and a telecommunications tower replacement. All recommendations passed unanimously (6-0). The commission also approved the September meeting minutes and discussed but did not vote on ten proposed regulations updates.

• Recommended approval of Heartland Pines Wedding and Events special use permit (SUR-2024-1802) with 4 conditions (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Tailwind Crossing Rezone from Agriculture to Residential Agriculture (RZ-2023-6236) with 3 conditions (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Industrial Tower West – Simla special use permit for a 330' tower (SUR-2024-28526) with 9 conditions (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Triple Acres Rezone from Agriculture to Agricultural Residential (RZ-2023-33442) with 3 conditions (6-0)
• Approved September 3, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved September 17, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)

County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will conduct land use hearings regarding two rezoning requests. The meeting also includes discussions on voting equipment and the approval of executive contracts for the County Manager and County Attorney.

• Moorstead PUD Rezoning hearing
• Hillside Estates Rezone RZ-2024-5010 hearing
• Discussion on Clear Ballot Voting Equipment Contract
• Public hearing for Elbert County Sheriff's Foundation Special Event Liquor Permit
• Approval of Spring Valley Metro District 1 Roads for Full Acceptance

The Board of County Commissioners approved the Moorstead PUD rezoning of 1,100 acres from Agricultural to Planned Unit Development, allowing for approximately 1,193 residential units and 950,000 square feet of commercial space, with an added condition regarding fees. The board also approved the Hillside Estates rezone of 41.62 acres to Residential-1, approved a special event liquor permit for the Sheriff's Foundation, accepted Spring Valley Metro District 1 roads, and approved executive contracts for the County Manager and County Attorney. All votes were unanimous (3-0).

• Approved Moorstead PUD rezoning of 1,100 acres (3-0)
• Approved Hillside Estates rezone RZ-2024-5010, 41.62 acres to R-1 (3-0)
• Approved Special Event Liquor Permit for Elbert County Sheriff's Foundation (3-0)
• Approved Spring Valley Metro District 1 roads for full acceptance (3-0)
• Approved executive contracts for County Manager and County Attorney (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda including liquor license renewal and contract amendment (3-0)
• Approved September 30 and October 1, 2024 special meeting minutes (3-0)

General

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners will conduct an executive session to confer with legal counsel about pending or imminent court disputes and confidential matters. After the executive session, the board will discuss and may take action on any items raised. The meeting also includes the standard public comment period and a scheduled land‑use hearing at 1:00 p.m. if agenda items are completed earlier.

• Executive session to discuss legal matters with attorney under C.R.S. 24‑6‑402(4)(b) and (e)
• Discussion and possible action on items raised in the executive session
• Public comment period for citizens (up to three minutes per speaker)
• Scheduled land‑use hearing at 1:00 p.m. following agenda items

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners met in special session on October 1, 2024. The board unanimously approved the agenda and entered an executive session for legal advice, exiting after 56 minutes. No formal action or votes were taken during the meeting; the board will review filings and prepare thoughts for the county attorney and outside counsel.

• Approved agenda as presented (3-0)
• Entered executive session for legal advice under C.R.S. 24-6-402(4)(b) (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:58 AM (3-0)

Planning Commission

The Elbert County Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing using its quasi‑judicial process. The hearing will consider a special‑use request from Space‑X (SUR‑2023‑28773), a rezoning application for Hillside Estates (RZ‑2024‑5010), and the final plat for the Elora development. After staff and applicant presentations and public testimony, the commission will vote on each item. The agenda also includes routine approvals of recent meeting minutes and standard procedural items.

• Space‑X special‑use request (SUR‑2023‑28773) – public hearing
• Hillside Estates rezoning (RZ‑2024‑5010) – public hearing
• Elora final plat – public hearing
• Approval of August 20, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approval of August 22, 2024 meeting minutes

The Elbert County Planning Commission held three public hearings and voted unanimously (7-0) to recommend approval to the Board of County Commissioners for: a SpaceX special use permit for 32 additional antennae, a 41.62-acre rezone from Agriculture to Residential-1, and the Elora final plat for a 196.8-acre subdivision with 308 homes. All recommendations include conditions of approval. No public testimony was offered on any item.

• Recommended approval of SpaceX Special Use by Review (SUR-2023-28773) with 3 conditions (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Hillside Estates Rezone (RZ-2024-5010) from Agriculture to Residential-1 with 3 conditions (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Elora Final Plat (FP-2024-2003) for 196.8 acres, 308 lots, with 4 conditions (7-0)
• Approved August 20, 2024 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved August 22, 2024 meeting minutes (7-0)

General

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to conduct an executive session with the County attorney. The session will focus on legal advice and strategy regarding the Duvall vs. Elbert County litigation pending in Elbert County District Court.

• Executive session regarding Duvall vs. Elbert County litigation

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners held a special meeting on September 30, 2024. The board unanimously approved the agenda and entered an executive session with Special Counsel Josh Marks to receive legal advice under Colorado statute. After exiting, the board took no formal action on the matter discussed, and the meeting adjourned.

• Approved agenda as presented (3-0)
• Entered executive session for legal advice (3-0)
• Took no formal action on items discussed in executive session

County Commission

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners will vote on a road use agreement for Hytek RV & Boat Storage. The meeting also includes consent agenda items such as a mineral lease extension with Lone Tree Partners and an engagement letter for legal services from Berg Hill Greenleaf Ruscitti, LLP. Discussion items cover a clear ballot voting equipment contract and a draft 2023 audit. Land‑use hearings will follow the regular agenda at 1:00 p.m.

• Ratification of Mineral Lease Extension with Lone Tree Partners
• Approval of Engagement Letter for Legal Services by Berg Hill Greenleaf Ruscitti, LLP
• Discussion on Clear Ballot Voting Equipment Contract
• Presentation and Discussion on Draft 2023 Audit
• Consideration of Approval of Road Use Agreement for Hytek RV & Boat Storage

The Board approved the consent agenda, minutes from September 4 and 11, a road use agreement for Hytek RV & Boat Storage, and appointed Jon Waller to the District 1 Planning Commission. The Spring Valley Ranch metro district service plan hearing was withdrawn at the applicant's request, and the EC East PUD/preliminary plat hearing was rescheduled to October 24, 2024. No substantive decisions were made on the Clear Ballot contract or 2023 audit, which remain under review.

• Approved consent agenda (3-0)
• Approved September 4, 2024 minutes (3-0)
• Approved September 11, 2024 minutes (3-0)
• Approved road use agreement for Hytek RV & Boat Storage (3-0)
• Appointed Jon Waller to Planning Commission District 1 (3-0)
• Withdrew Spring Valley Ranch Metro District No. 5 and No. 7 service plan hearing at applicant's request
• Rescheduled EC East PUD and preliminary plat hearing to October 24, 2024

General

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a work study session to hear budget presentations from each department. No decisions or public comments will be taken during this all-day event.

• 2025 Budget Presentations from each department
• Work study session for the Board of County Commissioners
• No decisions or public comment will be heard

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will conduct a quasi‑judicial public hearing to consider the rezoning of the Hillside Estates area. The agenda also includes a staff report on actions by the Board of County Commissioners, a consent agenda for non‑controversial items, and a period for citizen comments.

• Public hearing process and procedural guidelines
• Hillside Estates rezoning public hearing
• Staff report on Board of County Commissioners actions
• Consent agenda items (non‑controversial)
• Citizen comments

The Elbert County Planning Commission meeting on September 17, 2024, was adjourned because a quorum was not present. All agenda items, including the Hillside Estates Rezone, were automatically continued to the next regular meeting on October 1, 2024. No substantive decisions were made.

• Adjourned meeting due to lack of quorum (4-0)
• Continued all agenda items to October 1, 2024, meeting

County Commission

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing to decide on a special event liquor permit for the Elizabeth Area Chamber. The board will also discuss a mineral lease extension with Lone Tree Energy Partners, a policy for executive contracts, and a contract for clear ballot voting equipment. Additional action items include approval of minutes from August meetings and a quit claim deed for CR 150. Land use hearings are scheduled for 1:00 p.m., including a special use permit for Daryana's Backyard (SUR-2024-4167).

• Public Hearing – Special Event Liquor Permit for Elizabeth Area Chamber
• Discussion on Mineral Lease Extension with Lone Tree Energy Partners
• Discussion on Policy for Executive Contracts
• Discussion on Clear Ballot Voting Equipment Contract
• Land Use Hearing – Daryana's Backyard Special Use Permit (SUR-2024-4167)

The Board approved a Special Use by Review permit for a dog boarding/kenneling business (Daryana's Backyard) and a permit for a 195-foot wireless telecommunications tower (Industrial Tower West). Both approvals were unanimous with conditions. The board also approved a quit claim deed transferring County Road 150 to a private HOA, and set a hearing date for EC East Metro Districts.

• Approved Daryana's Backyard Special Use by Review Permit (SUR-2024-4167) with conditions (3-0)
• Approved Industrial Tower West Special Use by Review Permit (SUR-2024-2063) with conditions (3-0)
• Approved Quit Claim Deed for CR 150, transferring road to HOA (3-0)
• Approved Special Event Liquor Permit for Elizabeth Area Chamber (3-0)
• Set hearing date for EC East Metro Districts for October 9, 2024 at 1:00 PM (3-0)
• Approved August 14, 2024 minutes (2-0, Richardson abstained)
• Approved August 28, 2024 minutes (2-0, Schroeder abstained)
• Approved Consent Agenda including liquor license renewal for Murphy's Oil USA (3-0)

General

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners will meet on September 4, 2024. An executive session will be held to confer with the County Attorney on privileged legal matters under C.R.S. 24-6-402(4)(b). No formal action will be taken during that session, and any subsequent action will occur in the public portion of the meeting. The agenda includes discussion of the executive‑session topic as a possible action item.

• Executive session to discuss privileged legal advice with the County Attorney (C.R.S. 24-6-402(4)(b))
• Discussion and possible action on the executive‑session item after the session

The Board of County Commissioners held a special meeting to discuss a letter alleging open-meetings law violations regarding contract extensions. No formal action was taken; commissioners agreed to have the county attorney contact the letter's attorney and draft a policy for future contract extensions to ensure transparency.

• Approved agenda as presented (3-0)
• Entered executive session for legal advice (3-0)
• Agreed to have County Attorney contact the letter's attorney
• Agreed to draft a policy for future contract extensions

Planning Commission

The Elbert County Planning Commission will meet to discuss and vote on a proposed rezoning for the Moorstead Planned Unit Development. The meeting includes a public hearing process and a work session.

• Public hearing on Moorstead PUD rezoning
• Approval of meeting minutes
• Work session
• Staff report on Board of County Commissioners actions
• Citizen comments

The Planning Commission voted 4-3 to recommend approval of the Moorstead Planned Unit Development (PUD) rezoning to the Board of County Commissioners. The project would rezone 1,100.3 acres from Agriculture to PUD for approximately 1,193 residential units and 950,000 square feet of commercial space. The recommendation includes three conditions of approval, including a water service plan requirement. A motion to continue the hearing was defeated 4-3.

• Recommended approval of Moorstead PUD rezoning (Case No. PD-2022-00039) to BOCC (4-3)
• Denied motion for continuance of the public hearing (4-3)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

County Commission

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners will consider several items, including a draft ballot language to extend term limits for the Assessor, Clerk, Surveyor, and Treasurer. Discussion items include a Spring Valley Ranch filing, a contract with Clear Ballot for an election voting system, and a quit‑claim deed for County Road 150. Action items also cover approval of the August 14 meeting minutes and a resolution certifying costs of prosecuting crimes.

• Discussion on approval of Spring Valley Ranch Filing 10 SIA
• Discussion on consideration of contract with Clear Ballot for election voting system
• Discussion on consideration of County Road 150 quit‑claim deed
• Approval of draft ballot language to extend term limits for Assessor, Clerk, Surveyor, and Treasurer
• Resolution certifying costs of prosecuting crimes

The Board approved the Spring Valley Ranch Filing 10 SIA, including Filings 8 and 9, after discussion. The Clear Ballot election voting system contract was not approved and will be considered at the first meeting in September. The board also approved draft ballot language for extending term limits for the Assessor, Clerk, Surveyor, and Treasurer, and a resolution certifying costs of prosecuting crimes. The August 14, 2024 minutes were tabled to the next meeting.

• Approved Spring Valley Ranch Filing 8, 9 and 10 SIA (2-0)
• Approved draft ballot language for extending term limits for Assessor, Clerk, Surveyor, Treasurer (2-0)
• Approved resolution certifying costs of prosecuting crimes (2-0)
• Tabled approval of August 14, 2024 minutes to next meeting
• Deferred Clear Ballot election voting system contract to September meeting

General

The Planning Commission is meeting to continue public hearings regarding the EC East project. The body will review the Planned Unit Development, Preliminary Plat, and Service Plans for Metropolitan Districts.

• Public hearing on EC East - Planned Unit Development (PUD)
• Public hearing on EC East - Preliminary Plat
• Public hearing on EC East - Service Plans for Metropolitan Districts

The Elbert County Planning Commission voted 4-3 to recommend approval of the EC East Planned Unit Development (PUD) rezoning (Case No. PD-2023-6327) and the EC East Preliminary Plat (Case No. PP-2024-6327) to the Board of County Commissioners, with conditions outlined in the staff presentation. The commission also voted 5-2 to recommend approval of nine new Metropolitan Districts for EC East, including commercial, industrial, overlay, and water/sanitation districts. Public testimony raised concerns about infrastructure, water, and public services, but no substantive decisions were made beyond these recommendations.

• Recommended approval of EC East PUD rezoning (PD-2023-6327) to BOCC (4-3)
• Recommended approval of EC East Preliminary Plat (PP-2024-6327) to BOCC (4-3)
• Recommended approval of nine new Metropolitan Districts for EC East to BOCC (5-2)

Planning Commission

The commission will approve minutes from four prior meetings. It will conduct a public hearing process and consider several permit applications. Items include an industrial tower special use permit, a backyard special use permit, and multiple EC East development proposals.

• Industrial Tower West – Matheson – Special Use by Review Permit
• Daryana's Backyard – Special Use by Review Permit (SUR-2024-4167)
• EC East – Planned Unit Development (PUD)
• EC East – Preliminary Plat
• EC East – Service Plans for Metropolitan Districts

The Elbert County Planning Commission recommended approval of two Special Use by Review permits: a 195-foot telecommunications tower in Matheson (5-0, 1 abstention) and a dog boarding/kenneling business in Elizabeth (6-0). The commission also continued the public hearing for the EC East Planned Unit Development and Preliminary Plat to August 22, 2024, without a decision. All recommendations are forwarded to the Board of County Commissioners for final action.

• Recommended approval of Industrial Tower West special use permit (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Recommended approval of Daryana's Backyard dog kennel special use permit (6-0)
• Continued EC East PUD and Preliminary Plat hearing to August 22, 2024 (6-0)
• Approved minutes for June 4, June 18, July 2, and August 6, 2024 meetings (6-0 each)

County Commission

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners will consider a series of action items, including the selection of new voting‑system equipment, the ratification of vendor status removals for Sheriff Norton and Kenneth Cardwell, and approval of road maintenance resolutions for Independence Roads. Discussion items include the Spring Valley Ranch Filing 4 Phase 2 road acceptance. Land‑use hearings will be held at 1:00 p.m. on an industrial tower special‑use permit, an economic‑development zone plan, and the Phantom Creek preliminary plat.

• Ratify notice of removal of vendor status for Sheriff Norton (violation of harassment and racial discrimination policies)
• Ratify notice of termination of vendor status for Kenneth Cardwell (violation of harassment and racial discrimination policies)
• Consider approval of selection of voting system equipment
• Approval of resolution accepting full county maintenance of Independence Roads, Phases 3‑7
• Discussion on Spring Valley Ranch Filing 4 Phase 2 road acceptance

The Board ratified the termination of Bullseye Supply LLC as a county vendor due to harassment and racial discrimination policy violations, and also ratified a letter to the Sheriff's Office regarding the vendor's removal. The Board approved Clear Ballot as the new voting system and directed the County Attorney to draft ballot language for a term-limit extension for certain elected officials. The Phantom Creek Preliminary Plat was approved with conditions, and two land use items were continued.

• Ratified vendor termination for Bullseye Supply LLC (3-0)
• Ratified letter to Sheriff's Office regarding vendor status termination (3-0)
• Approved Clear Ballot as new voting system (3-0)
• Directed County Attorney to draft ballot language for Treasurer, Assessor, Surveyor, Clerk (3-0)
• Approved Phantom Creek Preliminary Plat with conditions (3-0)
• Continued Industrial Tower West SUR to Sept 11 (3-0)
• Continued CR 166 Storage EDZ to Oct 23 (3-0)
• Approved Mountain View right-of-way agreements (3-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a quasi‑judicial public hearing on a special‑use review permit for the Industrial Tower West project (Matheson). The commission will also consider and vote to approve the minutes from the June 4, June 18, and July 2, 2024 meetings. Additional non‑controversial items are placed on a consent agenda for automatic approval.

• Public hearing: Industrial Tower West – Matheson – Special Use Review Permit
• Approval of June 4, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approval of June 18, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approval of July 2, 2024 meeting minutes
• Consent agenda items (non‑controversial matters)

The Elbert County Planning Commission meeting on August 6, 2024, was adjourned because a quorum was not present. All agenda items, including the Industrial Tower West – Matheson Special Use by Review public hearing, were automatically continued to the next regular meeting on August 20, 2024, at the Elbert County Fairgrounds. No substantive decisions were made.

• Adjourned meeting due to lack of quorum (4-0)
• Continued all agenda items to August 20, 2024, meeting

General

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners will review the Hearing Officer's recommendations for the 2024 Board of Equalization tax appeals and the 2022 tax abatement. This item is listed as an Action Item requiring a board decision. The meeting also includes standard procedural items such as call to order, agenda approval, and adjournment.

• Consideration of Hearing Officer(s) recommendations for 2024 BOE Tax Appeals and 2022 Abatement

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners held a special meeting on August 5, 2024, acting as the Board of Equalization. They approved the agenda and then unanimously approved the hearing officer's recommendations for three 2024 tax appeal accounts (R103489, R121603, R124206) covering 96 lots. The meeting adjourned shortly after.

• Approved agenda as presented (3-0)
• Approved hearing officer's recommendations for tax appeal accounts R103489, R121603, R124206 (+96 lots) (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:07 AM

County Commission

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners will approve routine reports and ratify intergovernmental agreements, discuss several possible resolutions—including county maintenance of Independence Roads and ambulance licensing—and hold land‑use hearings on service plans and a proposed RV & boat storage development. An action item will consider appointing a hearing officer for the Board of Equalization for 2024.

• Ratification of an IGA with Phillips County for Child Support
• Discussion and possible approval of a resolution for full county maintenance of Independence Roads, Filing 1, Phases 3‑7
• Discussion and possible approval of the Third Amendment and Restated IGA to Secure Transportation (Ambulance) Licensing and Inspection
• Land‑use hearing: Hytek RV & Boat Storage – Economic Development Zone Site Development Plan
• Consideration of a resolution to appoint a hearing officer(s) for the Board of Equalization for 2024

The Board approved the Hytek RV & Boat Storage Economic Development Zone Site Development Plan, a 514-space storage facility east of Kiowa on State Highway 86 and Maul Road, with conditions including a road maintenance agreement and additional signage. The Board also approved the Third Amendment to the Secure Transportation IGA, an updated Fleet Management Policy, ratified contracts for the County Manager and County Attorney, and continued the Spring Valley Ranch Metro District service plan hearing to September 25, 2024. All votes were unanimous (3-0).

• Approved Hytek RV & Boat Storage EDZ Site Development Plan (3-0)
• Approved Third Amendment and Restated IGA for Secure Transportation Licensing and Inspection (3-0)
• Approved Updated Fleet Management Policy (3-0)
• Ratified contracts for County Manager and County Attorney (3-0)
• Continued Spring Valley Ranch Metro District No. 5 and No. 7 Service Plan hearing to September 25, 2024 (3-0)
• Approved Regulation Updates (3-0)
• Approved July 10, 2024 minutes (3-0)
• Approved Resolution to Appoint Hearing Officer(s) for Board of Equalization 2024 (3-0)

General

The Planning Commission is holding a work study session to discuss proposed regulation updates. No decisions will be made during this meeting.

• Discussion of Proposed Regulation Updates

County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will review previous meeting minutes and an update resolution for appointments. The agenda also includes land use hearings regarding a rezoning request and a site development plan.

• Brewer Rezone RZ-2023-6305
• CR 166 Storage, LLC Economic Development Zone Site Development Plan
• Update Resolution for Appointments and Reappointments

The Board approved a rezone for three residential lots in the Vista Ridge Subdivision. A proposed outdoor RV and boat storage facility on County Road 166 was continued to August 14, 2024, following significant public opposition.

• Approved Brewer Rezone RZ-2023-6305 for 3 residential lots (3-0)
• Continued CR 166 Storage, LLC Site Development Plan to August 14, 2024 (3-0)
• Approved June 26, 2024 Minutes (3-0)
• Approved July 1, 2024 Minutes (2-0, one recusal)
• Approved Update Resolution for Appointments and Reappointments (3-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including CDS Mylars and Vouchers (3-0)

Planning Commission

The Elbert County Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing regarding the Brewer Rezone RZ-2023-6305. The meeting also includes staff reports on Board of County Commissioners actions and the approval of meeting minutes.

• Public hearing for Brewer Rezone RZ-2023-6305
• Staff report on Board of County Commissioners actions
• Approval of meeting minutes

The Elbert County Planning Commission held a public hearing for the Brewer Rezone, a request to change 35 acres from Agriculture to Agriculture Residential. After staff recommended approval with conditions and public testimony raised concerns about access and compatibility, the Commission voted 4-2 to recommend approval to the Board of County Commissioners. The recommendation includes specific conditions regarding fee payment, sign removal, and recordation timelines.

• Recommended approval of Brewer Rezone (Case No. RZ-2023-6305) for 35 acres (4-2 vote)
• Approval recommended with conditions: remove hearing sign within 7 days, pay fees, record exhibit within 180 days
• Motion to adjourn meeting passed (6-0 vote)

General

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding a special event liquor permit for the Elbert Town Committee. The agenda also includes standard procedures such as roll call and approval of the agenda.

• Public Hearing: Special Event Liquor Permit for the Elbert Town Committee

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners held a special meeting on July 1, 2024, with Commissioners Richardson and Schroeder present and Commissioner Thayer absent. The board approved a special event liquor permit for the Elbert Town Committee for Elbert Days on July 6, 2024, from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM. The permit was approved after a public hearing with no public comment. The meeting adjourned at 9:04 AM.

• Approved agenda as presented (2-0)
• Opened public hearing for special event liquor permit (2-0)
• Approved special event liquor permit for Elbert Town Committee for Elbert Days on July 6, 2024 (2-0)
• Closed public hearing (2-0)
• Adjourned meeting (2-0)

County Commission

The Elbert County Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings for the Jerrold and Ridgewood Estates rezonings. The agenda also includes a public hearing for the Elizabeth Celtic Festival special event permit. Additionally, the board will review road reimbursement agreements and land use regulation updates.

• Public hearing for Elizabeth Celtic Festival special event permit
• Jerrold Rezone land use hearing
• Ridgewood Estates Rezone land use hearing
• Ratification of County Road 158 reimbursement agreement
• Hearing date assignment for Spring Valley Ranch Metro Districts 5 and 7

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners approved the Ridgewood Estates rezone, converting 421.35 acres from Agricultural to Residential-One for a 186-lot subdivision with open space. They also approved the Jerrold rezone of 13.85 acres to Agricultural Residential for a new home, and a special event permit for the Elizabeth Celtic Festival. A public hearing on regulation updates was continued to July 24, 2024, and a hearing date for Spring Valley Ranch Metro Districts 5 and 7 was set for July 24, 2024.

• Approved Ridgewood Estates rezone of 421.35 acres to Residential-One (3-0)
• Approved Jerrold rezone of 13.85 acres to Agricultural Residential with conditions 1-3, removing #4 (3-0)
• Approved Special Event Permit for Elizabeth Celtic Festival (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda including CDS Mylars, vouchers, variance reports, and reimbursement agreement for County Road 158 (3-0)
• Approved June 12, 2024 minutes (3-0)
• Set hearing date for Spring Valley Ranch Metro Districts 5 and 7 for July 24, 2024 at 1:00 PM (3-0)
• Continued public hearing on regulation updates to July 24, 2024 at 1:00 PM (3-0)

Planning Commission

The Elbert County Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding the Jerrold Rezone and service plans for Spring Valley Ranch Metropolitan District No. 5 and No. 7. The agenda also includes a staff report on Board of County Commissioners actions and approval of May 21, 2024 meeting minutes.

• Jerrold Rezone public hearing
• Spring Valley Ranch Metropolitan District No. 5 Amended and Restated Service Plan
• Spring Valley Ranch Metropolitan District No. 7 Service Plan
• Approval of May 21, 2024 meeting minutes

The Elbert County Planning Commission voted 7-0 to recommend approval of the Jerrold Rezone (Case No. RZ-23-9401), rezoning 13.85 acres from Agricultural to Agricultural Residential for a new residence at 9400 County Road 74-82, Peyton, CO. The Commission also voted 7-0 to recommend approval of the Spring Valley Metropolitan District No. 5 Amended and Restated Service Plan and District No. 7 Service Plan. Both items are recommendations only; the Board of County Commissioners makes the final decision. The Commission also approved the May 21, 2024 meeting minutes 7-0.

• Recommended approval (7-0) of Jerrold Rezone RZ-23-9401, 13.85 acres from Agricultural to Agricultural Residential, with conditions
• Recommended approval (7-0) of Spring Valley Metropolitan District No. 5 Amended and Restated Service Plan and District No. 7 Service Plan, with conditions
• Approved May 21, 2024 Planning Commission meeting minutes (7-0)
• Adjourned the June 18, 2024 meeting (7-0)

General

The Board of County Commissioners will review a concept brief regarding the proposed Coyote Ridge development. The project includes 253 acres of residential, retail, and recreational space. No decisions will be made during this session.

• Concept brief for Coyote Ridge development
• Proposed 253-acre mixed-use project
• Plan for 259 residential lots and 40% open space

County Commission

The Elbert County Board of Commissioners will discuss a ballot question on term limits and a presentation on ranked choice voting. The board will also consider an ordinance regarding carrying rights in sensitive spaces and a liquor license transfer. Land use hearings are scheduled for the afternoon.

• Liquor License Transfer for Elizabeth Restaurant, LLC dba Spring Valley Golf Club
• Ordinance regarding right to carry in sensitive spaces per SB 24-131
• Presentation on Rank Choice Voting by Clerk and Recorder Rhonda Braun
• Alpine Ready-Mix Economic Development Zone Site Development Plan hearing
• CR 166 Storage, LLC Economic Development Zone Site Development Plan hearing

The Elbert County Commission approved an ordinance to protect the right to carry firearms in sensitive spaces in accordance with SB 24-131. The board also approved a liquor license transfer for Spring Valley Golf Club, a fleet management policy update, and two land use applications. A proposed ballot question on term limits and updates to land use regulations were discussed but not finalized.

• Approved ordinance to protect right to carry in sensitive spaces per SB 24-131 (3-0)
• Approved liquor license transfer for Elizabeth Restaurant, LLC dba Spring Valley Golf Club (3-0)
• Approved Fleet Management Policy update (3-0)
• Approved Innovative HVAC Special Use Review at 2183 Thomas Ct (3-0)
• Approved Alpine Ready-Mix Economic Development Zone Site Development Plan (3-0)
• Tabled Regulation Updates to June 26, 2024 meeting
• Acknowledged CED Pipeline Report
• Approved May 22, 2024 minutes (3-0)

Planning Commission

The Elbert County Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing regarding the Ridgewood Estates rezone. The agenda also includes approval of May 7, 2024, meeting minutes and a staff report on Board of County Commissioners actions.

• Ridgewood Estates Rezone public hearing
• Approval of May 7, 2024, meeting minutes
• Staff report on Board of County Commissioners actions

The Planning Commission voted to recommend that the Board of County Commissioners approve rezoning 425 acres from Agriculture to Residential-One. The proposed Ridgewood Estates development would include 186 lots and approximately 127 acres of open space.

• Recommended approval of Ridgewood Estates Rezone Case No. RZ-2023-1574 (6-0)
• Approved May 7, 2024, meeting minutes (6-0)

County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will conduct a land use hearing for the Alpine Ready-Mix Economic Development Zone Site Development Plan. The board will also hold a first reading of an ordinance regarding the right to carry in sensitive spaces.

• Land use hearing: Alpine Ready-Mix Economic Development Zone Site Development Plan
• First reading of Ordinance to Protect the Right to Carry in Sensitive Spaces (SB 24-131)
• Discussion on Fleet Management Policy updates
• Discussion on Legislative Updates

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners held a first reading of an ordinance to protect the right to carry firearms in sensitive spaces under SB 24-131; a second reading is set for the next meeting. The board approved the agenda, consent agenda, and May 8, 2024 minutes, all 3-0. In land use, the board opened and then continued the Alpine Ready-Mix Economic Development Zone Site Development Plan to June 12, 2024 at the applicant's request, then closed the hearing. The meeting also included staff updates on property tax reductions, election testing, the county audit, and the Water Master Plan.

• Approved agenda as presented (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda as presented (3-0)
• Approved May 8, 2024 minutes as presented (3-0)
• Held first reading of ordinance to protect right to carry in sensitive spaces under SB 24-131; second reading scheduled for next meeting
• Opened public hearing for Alpine Ready-Mix Economic Development Zone Site Development Plan (3-0)
• Continued Alpine Ready-Mix site development plan to June 12, 2024 at 1:00 PM at applicant's request (3-0)
• Closed public hearing for Alpine Ready-Mix site development plan (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet to conduct a quasi-judicial public hearing regarding Innovative HVAC SUR. The body will also review and approve minutes from the April 16, 2024 meeting.

• Public hearing for Innovative HVAC SUR

The Elbert County Planning Commission voted 5-0 to recommend approval to the Board of County Commissioners for an Innovative HVAC Special Use by Review (Case No. SUR-2024-2183) at 2183 Thomas Court in Parker, with the conditions of approval outlined in the staff presentation. The request would let the owners use the 3.521-acre Thunder Hill Subdivision property for a home and an HVAC business that staff said would not serve the general public or generate retail traffic. The commission also approved the April 16, 2024 meeting minutes 5-0. The Board of County Commissioners makes the final decision on the special use request.

• Recommended approval (5-0) of Innovative HVAC Special Use by Review (Case No. SUR-2024-2183) at 2183 Thomas Court, Parker, with staff's conditions of approval
• Approved April 16, 2024 Planning Commission meeting minutes as presented (5-0)
• Adjourned the May 21, 2024 meeting (5-0)

General

The Board of County Commissioners will meet for a presentation from CTSI. No decisions will be made during this session.

• Presentation from CTSI regarding 5-year loss analysis & pool update

General

The Board of County Commissioners will meet for a presentation regarding a voting systems proposal from Dominion Voting Systems. The agenda states that no decisions will be made during this meeting.

• Voting Systems Proposal Presentation from Dominion Voting Systems

General

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a work study session to hear a presentation regarding a voting systems proposal from Clear Ballot. No decisions will be made during this meeting.

• Voting Systems Proposal Presentation from Clear Ballot

County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will conduct public hearings for two preliminary plats and a special event liquor permit. The board will also discuss fleet management policy and engineering costs for the County Road 170 Bridge in Agate.

• Preliminary Plat hearings for Elora (PP-2023-2003) and Phantom Creek (P-2023-00040)
• Discussion of unforeseen engineering costs for County Road 170 Bridge in Agate
• Public hearing for Elizabeth Stampede Special Event Liquor Permit
• Resolution authorizing appropriation of funds
• Liquor license renewal for Hi-Test Liquors

The Board approved the Elora Preliminary Plat to subdivide 196.8 acres into residential and commercial lots with specific trail conditions. Other actions included approving a special event liquor permit for the Elizabeth Stampede and reaffirming indemnification for county deputies.

• Approved Elora Preliminary Plat PP-2023-2003 with two additional conditions (3-0)
• Approved Special Event Liquor Permit for Elizabeth Rodeo Association (3-0)
• Ratified Reaffirmation of Support of Indemnification for Elbert County Deputies (3-0)
• Approved Resolution Authorizing Supplemental Appropriation of Funds for 2023 budget (3-0)
• Continued Phantom Creek Preliminary Plat P-2023-00040 to August 14, 2024 (2-0)
• Ratified Proclamation for National Economic Development Week (3-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including Hi-Test Liquors license renewal and Jim Faughnan appointment to Noxious Weed Advisory Board (3-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will conduct a quasi-judicial public hearing regarding the Jerrold Rezone. The body will review staff and applicant presentations and take public testimony to make a decision based on adopted regulation standards.

• Public hearing for Jerrold Rezone

The Planning Commission voted to recommend the approval of a rezone request for a 13.85-acre parcel to allow for a new residence. The recommendation will be forwarded to the Board of County Commissioners for final authority.

• Recommended approval of Jerrold Rezone Case No. RZ-23-9401 to change 13.85 acres from Agricultural to Agricultural Residential (6-0)

County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss potential litigation regarding local law enforcement coordination with ICE and opposition to House Bill HB24-1460. Land use hearings are scheduled for 1:00 PM regarding the Kelly Air Park PUD amendment and the Alpine Ready-Mix Economic Development Zone site development plan.

• Liquor License Renewal for The Naked Goat
• Liquor License Renewal for Walmart
• Kelly Air Park PUD Amendment (Case number 2023-2465)
• Alpine Ready-Mix Economic Development Zone Site Development Plan

The Board of County Commissioners approved a resolution directing the County Attorney to join neighboring counties in a lawsuit challenging the state prohibition on coordination between local law enforcement and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The board also ratified a resolution opposing House Bill 24-1460, which addresses law enforcement misconduct. Additionally, the board approved an amendment to the Kelly Air Park Planned Unit Development and continued the Alpine Ready-Mix Economic Development Zone site plan review to a later date.

• Approved resolution to join lawsuit against state ICE coordination ban (3-0)
• Ratified resolution opposing House Bill 24-1460 on law enforcement misconduct (3-0)
• Approved Kelly Air Park PUD Amendment for weather systems and fire district equipment (3-0)
• Continued Alpine Ready-Mix Economic Development Zone site plan to May 22, 2024 (3-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including liquor license renewals for The Naked Goat and Walmart
• Approved updated resolution for appointments and reappointments (3-0)
• Ratified proclamation recognizing Crime Victims' Rights Week (3-0)
• Approved April 10, 2024 minutes (3-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will conduct quasi-judicial public hearings to review a preliminary plat and a PUD amendment. The body will also discuss regulation updates.

• Public hearing for Elora Preliminary Plat (Case Number PP-2023-2003)
• Public hearing for Kelly Air Park PUD Amendment (Case number 2023-2465)
• Public hearing regarding Regulation Updates

The Elbert County Planning Commission recommended approval of three items to the Board of County Commissioners. These included the Elora Preliminary Plat for a 196.8-acre subdivision, an amendment to the Kelly Air Park Planned Unit Development guide, and updates to county regulations. All recommendations passed with unanimous 5-0 votes.

• Recommended approval of Elora Preliminary Plat (Case PP-2023-2003) with conditions (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Kelly Air Park PUD Amendment (Case PA-2023-2465) with conditions (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Elbert County Regulation Updates with a specific text correction (5-0)
• Approved January 16, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved February 6, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved February 20, 2024 meeting minutes with correction to CDPHE reference (5-0)

County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss 2023 flood damage reimbursements and a methadone treatment contract. The meeting includes a land use hearing for a specific economic development zone project.

• Land use hearing for Alpine Ready-Mix Economic Development Zone Site Development Plan
• Discussion on recovery and reimbursements of 2023 flood damage
• Discussion regarding methadone treatment contract
• Liquor license renewal for South 40 Bar and Grill
• Appointment of Pam Brewster to the Elbert County Weed Advisory Board

The Board approved the consent agenda, including a liquor license renewal and a weed board appointment. They tabled the Alpine Ready-Mix Economic Development Zone site plan to April 24. Discussions covered 2023 flood reimbursements, a proposed change to elected official term lengths, and a methadone treatment contract.

• Approved Consent Agenda (3-0)
• Approved March 27, 2024 Minutes (3-0)
• Continued Alpine Ready-Mix Site Development Plan hearing to April 24 (3-0)
• Acknowledged CED Pipeline Report
• Renewed liquor license for South 40 Bar and Grill
• Ratified appointment of Pam Brewster to Weed Advisory Board

General

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a work study session to hear a presentation from GMT Exploration. The meeting is for informational purposes and no decisions will be made.

• Presentation by GMT Exploration regarding Oil and Gas Activity in Elbert County

County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss the Master Water Plan update, the 2023 audit, and a methadone treatment contract. The board will also consider appointments to the Library Board and Noxious Weed Advisory Board.

• Discussion regarding Master Water Plan Update
• Discussion regarding 2023 Audit update
• Discussion regarding Methadone Treatment Contract
• Ratification of Pamela Brewster to the Noxious Weed Advisory Board
• Consideration of the reappointment of Alan Krenek to the Library Board

The Board of County Commissioners approved the reappointment of Alan Krenek to the Library Board of Trustees. The board also approved the agenda, consent agenda, and previous meeting minutes. Several staff updates were provided regarding the 2023 audit, water master plan, and construction permits.

• Approved reappointment of Alan Krenek to the Library Board of Trustees (3-0)
• Approved March 13, 2024 Minutes (3-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including ratification of Pamela Brewster to the Noxious Weed Advisory Board (3-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (3-0)

County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will consider the 2025 budget guidance, an updated finance policy, and library board appointments. The meeting also includes discussion items regarding deputy engagement for private security and a methadone treatment contract. Land use hearings for Phantom Creek are scheduled for 1:00 PM.

• BOCC Budget Guidance for 2025
• Updated Finance Policy
• Library Board Appointments
• Phantom Creek Rezone (P-2023-00039)
• Phantom Creek Preliminary Plat (P-2023-00040)

The Board approved a rezone for the Phantom Creek project from Agricultural to Agricultural Residential. They also approved the 2025 budget guidance, an updated finance policy, and library board appointments. A preliminary plat for Phantom Creek was continued to May 8, 2024, to resolve road and flooding concerns.

• Approved Phantom Creek Rezone P-23-00039 (2-0)
• Continued Phantom Creek Preliminary Plat P-23-00040 to May 8, 2024 (2-0)
• Approved BOCC Budget Guidance for 2025 (3-0)
• Approved Updated Finance Policy (3-0)
• Ratified Library Board Appointments (3-0)
• Approved February 28, 2024 Minutes (3-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including SafeBuilt Agreement ratification (3-0)

General

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a work study session featuring a presentation by Timothy Gablehouse. The discussion focuses on Local Emergency Planning Commission (LEPC) expectations at the local government level. No decisions will be made during this meeting.

• Presentation on Local Emergency Planning Commission (LEPC) expectations by Timothy Gablehouse

General

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a work study session with Tim Craft. The discussion will focus on Development, Impact and Land Use Fees. No decisions will be made during this meeting.

• Discussion of Development, Impact and Land Use Fees with Tim Craft

County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss a methadone treatment contract and a proposed update to the Finance Policy. The meeting includes land use hearings for Barkin' Barn and CORE Electric Cooperative. The board will also consider the ratification of a WellPath Agreement.

• Land use hearing: Barkin' Barn SUR-23-3984
• Land use hearing: CORE Electric Cooperative - Minor 1041
• Land use hearing: CORE Electric Cooperative - Special Use by Review (SUR)
• Discussion regarding Methadone Treatment Contract
• Possible approval of the Updated Finance Policy

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners approved two land use applications from CORE Electric Cooperative for a system improvement project: a Minor 1041 permit and a Special Use by Review (SUR). The project includes a 5.7-mile double-circuit transmission line along County Road 174 and two new substations. The board also approved a special use review for a dog boarding business called Barkin' Barn and ratified several consent agenda items, including an agreement with WellPath and a letter opposing an oil and gas drilling ban. All votes were unanimous (3-0).

• Approved CORE Electric Cooperative Minor 1041 permit for transmission line and substations (3-0)
• Approved CORE Electric Cooperative Special Use by Review (SUR) for system improvement project (3-0)
• Approved Barkin' Barn SUR-23-3984 for dog boarding business at 39841 Swift Creek Circle (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda including ratification of WellPath Agreement and letter opposing oil and gas drilling ban (3-0)
• Approved February 14, 2024 minutes (3-0)
• Approved agenda as presented (3-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will conduct quasi-judicial public hearings regarding the Phantom Creek project. The body will review a rezone request and a preliminary plat.

• Public hearing for Phantom Creek Rezone (P-2023-00039)
• Public hearing for Phantom Creek Preliminary Plat (P-2023-00040)

The Planning Commission voted to recommend the approval of a rezoning request and a preliminary plat for the Phantom Creek development to the Board of County Commissioners. The proposal involves rezoning 126 acres to Agriculture Residential and subdividing the land into 10 lots.

• Approved December 19, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Phantom Creek Rezone Case P-2023-00039 (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Phantom Creek Preliminary Plat Case P-2023-00040 (5-0)

County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss contracts for building department support, methadone treatment, and the Sheriff's Office. The board will also review 2025 budget guidance and hold land use hearings.

• Discussion on contract services with SAFEBuilt for Building Department augmentation
• Discussion on BOCC Budget Guidance for 2025
• Possible approval of a resolution supporting Texas efforts to secure the border
• Board of Adjustment hearing for Scheller Major Variance (VA-2023-00042)
• Spring Valley Ranch Filing 10 Final Plat hearing

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners approved the Spring Valley Ranch Filing 10 Final Plat, subdividing 186 acres into 323 single-family lots northwest of CR 174 and CR 17, with conditions including completion of the Subdivision Improvement District. The board also approved a major variance for a barn at 1391 Warren Court in Parker with conditions, and approved the January 24, 2024 minutes. The board approved the agenda and consent agenda, which included an amended IGA with Lincoln County for CCCAP Services. Several items were discussed but not decided, including a possible SAFEBuilt contract, finance policy updates, a WellPath agreement, a methadone treatment contract, fairground projects, and 2025 budget guidance.

• Approved Spring Valley Ranch Filing 10 Final Plat with conditions (3-0)
• Approved Scheller Major Variance VA-2023-00042 with conditions (3-0)
• Approved January 24, 2024 minutes (3-0)
• Approved agenda as presented (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda including amended IGA with Lincoln County for CCCAP Services (3-0)
• Read resolution supporting Texas border security efforts; no vote recorded
• Adjourned meeting at 1:42 PM

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will conduct public hearings regarding Barkin' Barn and two items related to CORE Electric Cooperative. The meeting includes a staff report on Board of County Commissioners actions and the approval of December 5, 2023 minutes.

• Public Hearing: Barkin' Barn (SUR-23-3984)
• Public Hearing: CORE Electric Cooperative - Minor 1041
• Public Hearing: CORE Electric Cooperative - Special Use by Review (SUR)

The Elbert County Planning Commission voted 5-0 to recommend approval of two CORE Electric Cooperative applications: a Minor 1041 System Improvement Project and a Special Use by Review for a 5.7-mile 115kV transmission line and two new substations along County Road 174. The commission also voted 5-0 to recommend approval of a special use permit for a dog boarding and kennel business on a 0.63-acre property at 39841 Swift Creek Circle in Elizabeth. All three recommendations now go to the Board of County Commissioners for final decisions. The meeting included no public testimony on any item.

• Recommended approval of Barkin' Barn Special Use by Review (Case SUR-23-3984) for a dog boarding and kennel business at 39841 Swift Creek Circle, Elizabeth, with conditions (5-0)
• Recommended approval of CORE Electric Cooperative Minor 1041 System Improvement Project (Case 1041-2023-0174) for a 5.7-mile 115kV transmission line and two substations along County Road 174, with conditions (5-0)
• Recommended approval of CORE Electric Cooperative Special Use by Review (Case SU-2023-0174) for the same transmission line and substations, with conditions (5-0)
• Approved the December 5, 2023 Planning Commission meeting minutes as presented (5-0)
• Adjourned the meeting (5-0)

County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss the appropriation of funds for non-budgeted 2024 Fairgrounds projects and review updated finance, county attorney, and county manager policies. The meeting includes a land use hearing regarding service plans for the Elora (Sterling Crossing) metropolitan districts.

• Discussion on appropriation of funds for non-budgeted 2024 Fairgrounds projects
• Consideration of updated Finance, County Attorney, and County Manager policies
• 2023 cancelation of uncollectable tax assessments
• Resolution authorizing the Clerk and Recorder to sign IGAs and MOUs for the 2024 Election Year
• Land use hearing for Elora (Sterling Crossing) Amended and Restated Service Plans for Metropolitan Districts

The Board approved updated policies for the County Attorney and County Manager, as well as a resolution for 2024 election documents. The Board also approved amended service plans for the Elora (Sterling Crossing) metropolitan districts and authorized a roadway claim settlement.

• Approved Elora (Sterling Crossing) Amended and Restated Services Plans for Metropolitan Districts (3-0)
• Granted County Attorney authority to formalize agreement for Roadway Claim on County Road 178 (3-0)
• Approved Updated County Manager Policy with revision to item #9 (3-0)
• Approved Updated County Attorney Policy (3-0)
• Approved Resolution authorizing Clerk and Recorder to sign IGAs and MOUs for 2024 Election Year (3-0)
• Approved cancelation of $3,000 in uncollectable tax assessments (3-0)
• Approved January 10 and January 17, 2024 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Continued Updated Finance Policy to the next meeting

General

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to consider the approval of mill levy certifications. This includes a specific resolution for the Foxwood Estates and Foxwood Ranches Public Improvement District.

• Certification of Taxing Authorities Mill Levies
• Resolution certifying Foxwood Estates and Foxwood Ranches Public Improvement District Mill Levy

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners held a special meeting on January 17, 2024, and approved the Certification of Taxing Authorities Mill Levies. The board also approved a resolution certifying the Foxwood Estates and Foxwood Ranches Public Improvement District mill levy, which the Finance Manager said was paid off last year. Both votes were unanimous (3-0). The meeting adjourned at 9:08 AM.

• Approved the agenda as presented (3-0)
• Approved the Certification of Taxing Authorities Mill Levies (3-0)
• Approved a resolution certifying the Foxwood Estates and Foxwood Ranches Public Improvement District mill levy (3-0)
• Adjourned the meeting at 9:08 AM (3-0)

Planning Commission

The Elbert County Planning Commission will meet to conduct a quasi-judicial public hearing. The primary item for decision is the Spring Valley Ranch Filing 10 Final Plat.

• Public hearing for Spring Valley Ranch Filing 10 Final Plat

The Elbert County Planning Commission voted 5-1 to recommend approval to the Board of County Commissioners for the Spring Valley Ranch Filing 10 Final Plat (Case No. FP-22-0063), which would subdivide a 186-acre parcel into 323 single-family lots. The recommendation carries four conditions of approval, including recording the final plat within 180 days of BOCC approval. Vice Chair Kevin Kirkwood voted no, citing concerns about water availability and well sustainability. The commission also approved its November 14, 2023 meeting minutes 6-0 and adjourned 6-0.

• Recommended approval of Spring Valley Ranch Filing 10 Final Plat (Case No. FP-22-0063) to the BOCC with four conditions (5-1; Kirkwood nay)
• Approved November 14, 2023 Planning Commission meeting minutes as presented (6-0)
• Adjourned the meeting (6-0)

County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss organizational appointments and updates to the County Attorney and Finance policies. The board is deciding on contractor licensing fees for 2024 and an amended Wellpath Agreement. Land use hearings are scheduled for Charnobragan Acres Dog Breeding and EC West Service Plans.

• Resolution regarding Contractor Licensing Fees for 2024
• Amended and Restated Wellpath Agreement for 2024
• Organizational Appointments and Reappointments Resolution
• Charnobragan Acres Dog Breeding SUR land use hearing
• EC West Service Plans land use hearing

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners approved the EC West service plans creating 8 new metropolitan districts, with an election for bond approvals planned for November. The board also approved a resolution on 2024 contractor licensing fees, appointed John W. Gresham as Planning Commissioner for District 2 until 2026, and approved minutes from three December meetings. A public hearing for Charnobragan Acres Dog Breeding SUR was opened and closed with no decision recorded in the minutes.

• Approved EC West service plans and 8 new metropolitan districts (3-0)
• Approved resolution on 2024 contractor licensing fees (3-0)
• Appointed John W. Gresham as Planning Commissioner for District 2 until 2026 (3-0)
• Reappointed Chris Richardson as Chair and Dallas Schroeder as Vice-Chair (3-0)
• Approved December 13, 2023 minutes (3-0)
• Approved December 14, 2023 minutes (3-0)
• Approved December 27, 2023 minutes (3-0)
• Opened and closed public hearing for Charnobragan Acres Dog Breeding SUR; no decision recorded

General

The Planning Commission is holding a work study session to review proposed minor regulation updates. No decisions will be made during this meeting.

• Review of proposed minor regulation updates