Elbert County public meetings in 2025

County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will consider the 2026 mill levy certification and a budget supplemental appropriations hearing. The meeting includes a presentation on regional housing needs and discussions on vacating two trails.

• Public Hearing: 2025 Budget Supplemental Appropriations
• Consideration of the 2026 Mill Levy Certification
• WellPath Agreement Second Amendment for 2026
• Discussion on vacating Palamino Trail and Pinto Trail
• Consideration of revisions to Zoning and Subdivision Regulations

Planning Commission

The Elbert County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on revisions to zoning and subdivision regulations and will discuss solar and battery storage standards. The meeting is scheduled for December 16, 2025, at 7:00 PM in Kiowa.

• Public hearing on revisions to Zoning Regulations, Articles II and VIII
• Public hearing on revisions to Subdivision Regulations, Article XI
• Work session to discuss Solar and Battery Storage Regulations
• Work session to discuss Architectural and Design Standards

County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a special meeting to consider one action item. The body will decide whether to approve the 2026 Elbert County Budget.

• Approval of the 2026 Elbert County Budget

County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss the adoption of a standard county form for Subdivision Improvements Agreements. The meeting also includes routine approvals of vouchers, meeting minutes, and CDS Mylars.

• Consideration of Adopting County Form for Subdivision Improvements Agreement (SIA)

The commission approved the meeting agenda as presented. They also approved the consent agenda, which included approvals of CDS Mylars, vouchers, the CDS Development Projects Report, and the November 13 and November 18, 2025 special meeting minutes. No other actions were taken, and the discussion on a subdivision improvements agreement form will continue in January. The meeting was adjourned at 9:27 AM.

• Approved agenda (ayes: Byron McDaniel, Mike Buck; nay: none)
• Approved consent agenda (ayes: Byron McDaniel, Mike Buck; nay: none)
• Approved CDS Mylars (part of consent agenda)
• Approved vouchers (part of consent agenda)
• Approved CDS Development Projects Report (part of consent agenda)
• Approved November 13, 2025 special meeting minutes (part of consent agenda)
• Approved November 18, 2025 special meeting minutes (part of consent agenda)
• Adjourned meeting (ayes: Byron McDaniel, Mike Buck; nay: none)

Planning Commission

The commission will hold a quasi‑judicial public hearing on the Schrag rezoning application (RZ‑2025‑0007). Staff and the applicant will present, followed by public testimony and a board vote. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of the November 18 minutes and a training session.

• Public hearing on Schrag Rezone RZ‑2025‑0007
• Approval of Planning Commission minutes from November 18, 2025
• Training/work session with guest speaker Gerald E. Dahl
• Review of public hearing process and procedural guidelines

The commission approved the November 18, 2025 meeting minutes by a 9‑0 vote. It then voted 8‑1 to recommend that the Board of County Commissioners approve the rezoning of 39.87 acres at 30200 County Road 5 from Agriculture (A) to Agriculture Residential (AR). The meeting was adjourned with a unanimous 9‑0 vote.

• Approved November 18, 2025 meeting minutes (9-0)
• Recommended approval of Schrag rezoning RZ-2025-0007 to Board (8-1)
• Adjourned meeting (9-0)

General

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a work session to hear from Nancy Gedeon and Neal Marquez of the State Demography Office about the statewide process for county population projections. The discussion will focus on how the process applies to Elbert County. No formal actions or decisions are scheduled for this meeting.

• Presentation on statewide population projection methodology by State Demography Office

General

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a work session to continue staff‑led discussion on regulation and map changes for the Elbert Development Zone (EDZ). No formal decisions or votes are scheduled for this meeting. The session is intended to provide background information to the commissioners.

• Discussion of regulation and map changes for the Elbert Development Zone (EDZ) – no decisions scheduled

General

The Board of County Commissioners will meet with the Planning Commission and the Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee to discuss the Elbert County Comprehensive Plan. The agenda notes that no decisions will be made and no public comment will be heard.

• Discussion of the Elbert County Comprehensive Plan (no decisions)
• Meeting with Planning Commission and Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee

County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will consider resolutions to vacate Palamino Trail and Pinto Trail. The board will also address a Deer Creek Water District Board vacancy and hold several land use hearings.

• Discussion of resolutions for vacating Palamino Trail and Pinto Trail
• Consideration of Deer Creek Water District Board vacancy
• Coyote Ridge PUD (PUD-2024-0258) land use hearing
• Vigil Family Rezone (RZ-2025-0004) and Preliminary Plat (PP-2025-0002) hearings
• Wahl (VAR-2025-0003) and Baird (VAR-2025-0002) variance hearings

The board appointed Anthony Hampton to fill the Deer Creek Water District Board vacancy with a 2‑1 vote. It also approved several land‑use applications, including the Coyote Ridge PUD (2‑1) and the Vigil Family rezoning and plat (unanimous). Additional actions included approving the 3rd Quarter Public Trustee Report and continuing discussion of trail vacating resolutions and regulation updates to December 17.

• Appointed Anthony Hampton to Deer Creek Water District Board vacancy (2-1)
• Approved Coyote Ridge PUD: PUD‑2024‑0258 (2-1)
• Approved Vigil Family Rezone RZ‑2025‑0004 and Preliminary Plat PP‑2025‑0002 (unanimous)
• Approved Wahl Variance VAR‑2025‑0003 (unanimous)
• Approved Baird Variance VAR‑2025‑0002 (unanimous)
• Approved 3rd Quarter 2025 Public Trustee Report (unanimous)
• Continued discussion of Palamino and Pinto Trail vacating resolutions to Dec 17 (unanimous)
• Continued Regulation Updates to Dec 17 (unanimous)

General

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners will convene an executive session to discuss confidential settlement talks related to the PUC appeal involving Xcel Energy. No formal action will be taken during the executive session, and any subsequent motions will occur in the open portion of the meeting. The agenda also includes standard public comment time and a scheduled land‑use hearing.

• Executive session on confidential settlement discussions for Xcel Energy PUC appeal
• Public comment period for citizens (up to five minutes per speaker)
• Land‑use hearing sequence beginning at 1:00 pm

The commissioners unanimously approved the meeting agenda. They voted to enter a closed executive session, which concluded at 2:28 PM. No formal actions were taken during the executive session. The board then unanimously adjourned the meeting at 2:35 PM.

• Approved agenda (3-0)
• Entered executive session (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet to conduct a quasi-judicial public hearing regarding regulation changes. The meeting also includes a work session and the approval of October 21, 2025, minutes.

• Public hearing on regulation changes

The commission approved the October 21, 2025 meeting minutes by an 8‑0 vote. It adopted proposed amendments to the Board of Adjustment regulations with a 9‑0 vote. It also approved a correction of a citation typo in the Economic Development Zone site‑development plan review criteria, 9‑0. The meeting was adjourned by a 9‑0 vote.

• Approved October 21, 2025 meeting minutes (8‑0)
• Adopted Board of Adjustment regulation changes (9‑0)
• Approved correction of citation typo in EDZ site‑development plan review criteria (9‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (9‑0)

General

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a work study session for a follow-up conversation with staff. The discussion focuses on regulation and map changes related to the EDZ. No decisions will be made during this meeting.

• Discussion of EDZ regulation and map changes

General

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners will meet in an executive session to develop a negotiation strategy for the Public Utility Commission appeal involving Xcel Energy. No formal action will be taken during the executive session, but the board may vote on related matters after the session resumes in open session. The agenda also includes time for citizen public comment, discussion items that may lead to future action, and a scheduled land‑use hearing at 1:00 pm.

• Executive session to discuss negotiation strategy for Xcel Energy PUC appeal
• Citizen public comment limited to five minutes per speaker
• Discussion items that may shape future board decisions
• Action items that require a board vote
• Land Use Hearing scheduled for 1:00 pm following agenda sequence

The commissioners approved the meeting agenda unanimously. They then voted to enter a closed executive session to discuss settlement positions and negotiation strategy for the Xcel Energy PUC appeal. No formal actions were taken during the executive session. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Approved agenda (3-0)
• Entered closed executive session (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

County Commission

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners will convene a special meeting to conduct a public hearing on the 2026 Draft Budget. The meeting will also include approval of the agenda and a call to order.

• Public hearing on 2026 Draft Budget
• Approval of agenda
• Call to order and roll call

The commissioners approved the meeting agenda unanimously. They later adjourned the meeting unanimously. A public hearing presented the 2026 draft budget, but no budget decisions were made.

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

General

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners will meet with the Elbert County Sheriff's Office to review information on a proposed security application for use in county buildings. No decisions are scheduled to be made at this meeting, and public comment will not be taken.

• Review of proposed security app for county buildings (informational, no decision)

County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss funding for a water quality engineering study and review land use applications. The meeting includes decisions on a liquor license renewal and the vacation of a portion of Hancock Parkway.

• Cost-sharing of $5,000 with the Town of Simla for a water quality engineering study
• Resolution to vacate a portion of Hancock Parkway
• Liquor license renewal for Singing Hills Liquor
• Coyote Ridge (PUD-2024-0258) land use hearing
• Updates to Elbert County Zoning & Subdivision Regulations

The commissioners approved a $5,000 cost‑sharing agreement with the Town of Simla for a water‑quality engineering study. They also approved several administrative resolutions, opened and continued a public hearing on zoning and subdivision regulation updates, and re‑posted a hearing for the Coyote Ridge PUD. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved $5,000 cost‑sharing with Town of Simla for water study (3‑0)
• Approved Amended Resolution 25‑02a for 2025 appointments and re‑appointments (3‑0)
• Approved resolution certifying costs of prosecuting crimes by DOC inmates (3‑0)
• Approved consent agenda items including liquor license renewal (3‑0)
• Opened public hearing for updates to Elbert County zoning & subdivision regulations (3‑0)
• Continued zoning updates to November 19, 2025 (3‑0)
• Re‑posted and re‑noticed public hearing for Coyote Ridge PUD for Nov 19, 2025 (2‑1)
• Adjourned meeting (3‑0)

Planning Commission

The Elbert County Planning Commission will conduct quasi-judicial public hearings regarding two applications from the Vigil Family. The body will review a rezone request and a preliminary plat.

• Vigil Family Rezone: RZ-2025-0004
• Vigil Family Preliminary Plat: PP-2025-0002

The commission approved the September 16, 2025 meeting minutes (7-0). It then voted to recommend approval of the Vigil Family rezoning application to the Board of County Commissioners (8-0). It also recommended approval of the Vigil Family preliminary plat with conditions on water use and a private‑road maintenance agreement (8-0). The meeting was adjourned by an 8-0 vote.

• Approved September 16, 2025 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Vigil Family rezoning (RZ-2025-0004) to Board (8-0)
• Recommended approval of Vigil Family preliminary plat (PP-2025-0002) with conditions to Board (8-0)
• Adjourned meeting (8-0)

General

The Board of County Commissioners will hear staff presentations on revision options for regulation changes related to the EDZ, community meetings, and concept briefs. No decisions will be made during this session, and public comment will not be taken.

• Presentation of revision options for EDZ regulation changes
• Discussion of community meeting plans
• Review of concept briefs

General

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners will meet with Town of Simla Mayor Ryan Fulmer and staff. The discussion will focus on water infrastructure issues and potential funding partnership opportunities. No decisions will be made and public comment will not be heard.

• Meeting with Town of Simla Mayor Ryan Fulmer
• Discussion of water infrastructure issues
• Exploration of funding partnership opportunities
• No decisions will be taken at this meeting
• No public comment period

County Commission

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners will discuss and vote on several land‑use applications, including a rezoning for Green Hills (RZ‑2024‑6905). Other items include an amended organizational resolution, a planned economic development site at Paulette Property, and two Crescence filings. The meeting also includes routine agenda approvals and a public comment period.

• Approval of Amended Resolution 25‑02a Organizational Meeting 2025 (appointments and re‑appointments)
• Green Hills Rezone: RZ‑2024‑6905
• Coyote Ridge Planned Unit Development: PUD‑2024‑0258
• Paulette Property Economic Development Zone Site Development Plan: EDZS‑2025‑0001
• Crescence Filing 1: FP‑2024‑0291

The Board approved the Amended Resolution 25‑02a for 2025 appointments and re‑appointments. It approved the Paulette Property Economic Development Zone Site Development Plan and the Green Hills rezoning, while denying the Coyote Ridge PUD. The Cresence filings (FP‑2024‑0291 and FP‑2025‑0001) were also approved, and the meeting was adjourned.

• Approved Amended Resolution 25‑02a Organizational Meeting 2025 appointments (3‑0)
• Approved Paulette Property Economic Development Zone Site Development Plan (3‑0)
• Closed Paulette Property public hearing (3‑0)
• Approved Green Hills Rezone RZ‑2024‑6905 (3‑0)
• Closed Green Hills public hearing (3‑0)
• Denied Coyote Ridge PUD PUD‑2024‑0258 (2‑1)
• Closed Coyote Ridge public hearing (3‑0)
• Approved Cresence Filing FP‑2024‑0291 and FP‑2025‑0001 (2‑0)

General

The Board of County Commissioners will meet with staff to review pending updates to county regulations. They will also consider future revisions to regulations, Subdivision Improvement Agreements, and zoning compliance. No formal decisions or public comments are scheduled for this meeting.

• Discussion of pending updates to county regulations
• Consideration of future regulation revisions
• Review of Subdivision Improvement Agreements
• Examination of zoning compliance issues

County Commission

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners will review a draft 2024 audit and consider updates to the county's zoning and subdivision regulations. The meeting also includes routine approvals of CDS Mylars, vouchers, and the September 10, 2025 minutes. Public comment will be offered, and the board may take action on items after discussion.

• Approve CDS Mylars as needed (Consent Agenda)
• Approve vouchers as needed (Consent Agenda)
• Approve September 10, 2025 minutes (Consent Agenda)
• Presentation and discussion on draft 2024 audit
• Updates to Elbert County zoning and subdivision regulations (Land Use Hearing)

The commission approved the meeting agenda and the consent agenda, including a minor change to the September 10, 2025 minutes. They voted to continue discussion of proposed updates to the Elbert County Zoning and Subdivision Regulations at the October 22, 2025 meeting. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved agenda (Aye: Dallas Schroeder, Byron McDaniel, Mike Buck; Nay: none)
• Approved consent agenda with minor minutes change (Aye: Dallas Schroeder, Byron McDaniel, Mike Buck; Nay: none)
• Continued zoning updates discussion to Oct 22, 2025 (Aye: Dallas Schroeder, Byron McDaniel, Mike Buck; Nay: none)
• Adjourned meeting (Aye: Dallas Schroeder, Byron McDaniel, Mike Buck; Nay: none)

General

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners meeting was cancelled. Commissioners will meet with the Sheriff's Office to discuss the possibility of adding an Animal Control Officer in partnership with the Pikes Peak Humane Society. No decisions or public comments will be taken at this session.

• Discussion with the Sheriff's Office about a potential Animal Control Officer partnership with Pikes Peak Humane Society

County Commission

The County Commission will hold a work‑study session to listen to each department’s presentation of the proposed 2026 budget. No votes or public comments will be taken, and the meeting is scheduled as an all‑day event. The session is informational only.

• 2026 budget presentations from each county department (informational only)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a rezoning request for Green Hills (RZ-2024-6905) and two Crescence development filings (FP-2024-0291 and FP-2025-0001). The meeting also includes approval of minutes from August 19 and September 2, 2025, and a staff report on actions taken by the Board of County Commissioners. After the hearings, the commission will discuss and vote on the items.

• Green Hills Rezone: RZ-2024-6905
• Crescence Filing 1: FP-2024-0291
• Crescence Filing 2: FP-2025-0001
• Approval of PC minutes, August 19, 2025
• Approval of PC minutes, September 2, 2025

The commission voted 5‑1 to recommend the Green Hills rezoning of 42 acres from Agriculture to Agriculture Residential to the Board of County Commissioners, with staff‑identified conditions. It also voted 4‑2 to recommend approval of two Crescence PUD final plat filings (230.699 acres and 27.117 acres) to the Board, contingent on staff conditions and a District Overlap Consent Agreement. Both recommendations are subject to further review by the Board of County Commissioners.

• Recommended approval of Green Hills rezoning (42 acres) to Board of County Commissioners, vote 5‑1
• Recommended approval of Crescence PUD Final Plat Filing 1 (230.699 acres) to Board of County Commissioners, vote 4‑2
• Recommended approval of Crescence PUD Final Plat Filing 2 (27.117 acres) to Board of County Commissioners, vote 4‑2
• Approved August 19 and September 2, 2025 meeting minutes, vote 6‑0

County Commission

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners will consider an intergovernmental agreement with Douglas County to maintain the Delbert Road Extension and will make a final decision on the previously announced Strategic Pause. The meeting also includes routine approvals, public comment, and land‑use hearings scheduled for 1:00 p.m.

• Discussion of IGA with Douglas County for maintenance of Delbert Road Extension
• Final decision on the Strategic Pause
• Approval of August 27, 2025 minutes
• Approval of CDS Mylars and vouchers as needed
• Land‑use hearings at 1:00 p.m.

The board approved the meeting agenda and consent agenda unanimously. They moved the IGA for Delbert Road from discussion to an action item and then approved the agreement with Douglas County, assigning maintenance to Elbert County and snow removal to Douglas County. The commissioners entered an executive session to discuss legal advice and later adjourned the meeting. A motion to approve the Strategic Pause Resolution failed because it lacked a second.

• Approved agenda (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda (3-0)
• Moved IGA to Action item (3-0)
• Approved IGA with Douglas County for Delbert Road extension (3-0)
• Entered executive session to discuss legal advice (2-1)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)
• Motion to approve Strategic Pause Resolution failed (no second)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will conduct a work session to review the development review process. Scheduled public hearings for Crescence Filing 1 and Filing 2 have been continued to September 16, 2025.

• Work session: Development Review Process Overview
• Crescence Filing 1 FP-2024-0291 (continued to Sept 16)
• Crescence Filing 2 FP-2025-0001 (continued to Sept 16)

The Planning Commission moved to postpone Crescence Filing 1 (FP-2024-0291) and Filing 2 (FP-2025-0001) to September 16, 2025 at 7:00 PM, and the motion passed unanimously (6‑0). The meeting was then adjourned by a second unanimous vote (6‑0). No other substantive actions were taken.

• Continue Crescence Filing 1 FP-2024-0291 and Filing 2 FP-2025-0001 to Sep 16 2025 (6‑0)
• Adjourn meeting (6‑0)

County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a work study session with architects from RJA and Sheriff’s Office representatives. The body will discuss the Justice Center Master Plan, specifically focusing on the Evidence Building and associated costs.

• Justice Center Master Plan discussion
• Evidence Building cost review

County Commission

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners will discuss a letter on unfunded state mandates and a resolution to name State Highway 86 a Scenic and Historic Byway. Action items include appointing a vacancy on the Planning Commission, holding a public hearing on a special event liquor permit for the Sheriff's Foundation, and authorizing the 2025 Annual Fire Operating Plan. At 1:00 p.m., land‑use hearings will be held for several rezoning and plat applications.

• Resolution to designate State Highway 86 as a Scenic and Historic Byway
• Resolution to appoint a member to fill a Planning Commission vacancy
• Public hearing on a special event liquor permit for the Elbert County Sheriff's Foundation
• Authorization for the 2025 Elbert County Annual Fire Operating Plan
• Land‑use hearings: Rosell Rezone RZ‑2023‑2498; Chevelle Rezone RZ‑2025‑0001; Chevelle Preliminary Plat PP‑2025‑0001; Independence ROW Vacation VAC‑2025‑0001; Independence Final Plat FP‑2024‑7515

The board approved a resolution to formally designate State Highway 86 as a Scenic and Historic Byway. They also authorized the 2025 Elbert County Annual Fire Operating Plan, approved a special event liquor permit for the Sheriff's Foundation, and filled a vacancy on the Planning Commission. In addition, the commissioners approved several land‑use applications, including the Rosell, Chevelle, and Independence rezones and plats.

• Approved Resolution designating State Highway 86 as Scenic and Historic Byway (3-0)
• Approved Authorization for 2025 Elbert County Annual Fire Operating Plan (3-0)
• Approved Special Event Liquor Permit for Elbert County Sheriff's Foundation (3-0)
• Approved Resolution to fill Planning Commission vacancy (2-1)
• Approved Rosell Rezone RZ-2023-2498 with conditions (3-0)
• Approved Chevelle Rezone RZ-2025-0001 and Preliminary Plat PP-2025-0001 (3-0)
• Approved Independence ROW Vacation VAC-2025-0001 and Final Plat FP-2024-7515 (3-0)
• Accepted Letter Supporting Bipartisan Action on Unfunded State Mandates (3-0)

Planning Commission

The Elbert County Planning Commission will conduct quasi-judicial public hearings for two land use requests. The body will review evidence and apply regulation standards to make decisions on these applications.

• Public hearing for Prairie Rock Ranch Rezone (RZ-2025-0001)
• Public hearing for Coyote Ridge PUD (PUD-2024-0258)

The commission voted 6‑2 to recommend that the Board of County Commissioners deny the Coyote Ridge Planned Unit Development rezoning. It later voted 7‑1 to recommend denial of the Prairie Rock Ranch rezoning. The meeting minutes were approved 8‑0 and the session was adjourned 8‑0.

• Approved revised August 5, 2025 minutes (8-0)
• Recommended denial of Coyote Ridge PUD rezoning (6-2)
• Motion to continue Prairie Rock Ranch rezoning failed (3-5)
• Recommended denial of Prairie Rock Ranch rezoning (7-1)
• Adjourned meeting (8-0)

County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss creating a ballot question to extend term limits for commissioners. The board is also deciding on the adoption of 2024 International building, energy, fuel, gas, mechanical, plumbing, and residential codes.

• Consideration of a ballot question to extend County Commissioner term limits
• Adoption of 2024 International Building and related safety codes
• Two resolutions to implement strategic pauses on certain development applications
• Liquor license renewals for Murphy's Oil USA and Spring Valley Golf Club
• Board of Adjustment hearing for Presser Variance (VA-2025-0001)

The board approved the July 23 and July 30, 2025 meeting minutes. They voted not to adopt the proposed amendment to Ordinance 22‑01 and ratified the Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee members, with one commissioner voting no. The commissioners also approved a revision to add extra stabilization and contingency funds for emergencies, adopted a code of conduct for appointed boards, approved the Presser variance with conditions, postponed two strategic‑pause resolutions, and closed the Board of Adjustments.

• Approved July 23 & 30, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Did not adopt amendment to Ordinance 22‑01 (3-0)
• Ratified Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee members (2-1)
• Approved revision adding stabilization and contingency funds (3-0)
• Adopted code of conduct for appointed boards and commissions (3-0)
• Approved Presser Variance VA‑2025‑0001 with conditions (3-0)
• Postponed consideration of strategic‑pause development resolutions (3-0)
• Closed the Board of Adjustments (3-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a quasi‑judicial public hearing to consider a rezoning application for the Rosell area (RZ-2023-2498). The meeting will also include hearings on an Independence filing final plat, a Chevelle rezoning, and a Chevelle preliminary plat. After the hearings, the board will discuss and vote on each item.

• Rosell Rezone – RZ-2023-2498
• Independence Filing 5 Final Plat – FP-2024-7515
• Chevelle Rezone – RZ-2025-0001
• Chevelle Preliminary Plat – PP-2025-0001

The commission recommended and approved the Rosell rezoning (RZ-2023-2498) by a 6‑1 vote. It approved the Independence Filing 5 final plat (FP-2024-7515) by a 4‑3 vote. Both the Chevelle rezoning (RZ-2025-0001) and Chevelle preliminary plat (PP-2025-0001) were approved by 6‑1 votes each. All approvals are recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners.

• Approved Rosell Rezone (RZ-2023-2498) 6‑1
• Approved Independence Filing 5 Final Plat (FP-2024-7515) 4‑3
• Approved Chevelle Rezone (RZ-2025-0001) 6‑1
• Approved Chevelle Preliminary Plat (PP-2025-0001) 6‑1

General

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners will meet on July 30, 2025 at 3:00 PM. The board will consider the Hearing Officer(s) recommendations for the 2025 Board of Equalization (BOE) tax appeals. A land‑use hearing is scheduled for 1:00 PM, after which the board may close the hearing. Standard procedural items such as call to order, roll call, and agenda approval are also on the agenda.

• Consideration of Hearing Officer recommendations for 2025 BOE Tax Appeals
• Land Use Hearing scheduled for 1:00 PM
• Call to Order and Roll Call
• Approval of Agenda
• Adjournment

The commissioners approved the meeting agenda unanimously. They then adopted the Hearing Officer's recommendations for the 2025 Board of Equalization tax appeals by a 2‑1 vote. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved agenda (3-0)
• Approved and adopted Hearing Officer recommendations for 2025 BOE Tax Appeals (2-1)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission and the Board of County Commissioners will hold a work study session. The meeting is for discussion of policies and procedures; no decisions will be made and no public comment will be taken.

County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss finance policies and a cost-sharing request from the Town of Kiowa for a water plan. The board is deciding on 2026 budget goals and a resolution regarding term limits for the Sheriff and Coroner. Land use hearings are scheduled for specific property requests.

• Resolution to create a ballot question to extend term limits for the Sheriff and Coroner
• Request from Town of Kiowa to share costs for updating a Kiowa Water & Wastewater Authority water plan
• The Patch Special Use by Review (SUR-2024-7360) hearing
• Trishul Rezone (RZ-2024-3550) hearing
• Adoption of CORA policy and 2026 BOCC Budget Goals

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners approved several actions, including a resolution to place ballot questions that would extend the terms of the sheriff and coroner and the adoption of the County Open Records Act (CORA) policy. They also approved the Town of Kiowa’s request to share costs for its water and wastewater plan and authorized two land‑use actions: the special‑use approval for The Patch and the rezoning of Trishul. The board accepted the 2026 budget goals, the six‑month financial report, and the CORA policy, with all motions passing as recorded.

• Adopted CORA policy (3-0)
• Approved resolution to create ballot questions to extend sheriff and coroner terms (3-0)
• Approved Town of Kiowa cost‑share request for water & wastewater plan (2-1)
• Approved The Patch special‑use review with conditions (3-0)
• Approved Trishul rezoning with standard conditions (3-0)
• Accepted BOCC Budget Goals 2026 (3-0)
• Approved Six‑Month Report Jan–Jun 2025 (3-0)

County Commission

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners will hold a special meeting to continue a report on property valuations for 2025. The agenda includes a call to order, agenda approval, and a public comment period.

• Approval of agenda
• County Board of Equalization continued from 7-9-2025
• Report of Assessor on Valuation for 2025

The commission approved the meeting agenda as presented. They also accepted the County Assessor’s 2025 property valuation report for the County Board of Equalization. Both motions were approved unanimously by Commissioners Dallas Schroeder and Mike Buck. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved agenda as presented (2-0)
• Accepted 2025 property valuation report as CBOE (2-0)
• Adjourned meeting (2-0)

General

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners will meet with Elizabeth Park & Recreation to discuss the PROST Master Plan. No decisions are scheduled for this meeting, and public comment will not be heard.

• Discussion of the PROST Master Plan with Elizabeth Park & Recreation (no decisions)

County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will consider a special event liquor permit and term extensions for the Coroner and Sheriff. The board will also convene as the County Board of Equalization to receive a valuation report from the Assessor.

• Public hearing for Elizabeth Celtic Festival Special Event Liquor Permit
• Consideration of third terms for Coroner and Sheriff
• Assessor's report on 2025 valuation
• Continued hearing for Running Creek RV Storage (EDZ-2024-3548)
• Continued hearing for Pine Ridge Metropolitan District Service Plan

The board approved several routine items, including the May 28, June 11 and June 18 meeting minutes. It opened and approved a special event liquor permit for the Elizabeth Celtic Festival and instructed the county attorney to draft language for a third‑term resolution for the coroner and sheriff. The commission also approved the Pine Ridge Metropolitan District Service Plan and approved the Running Creek RV Storage project with conditions.

• Approved agenda (unanimous aye)
• Approved May 28, 2025 minutes (unanimous aye)
• Approved Special Event Liquor Permit – Elizabeth Celtic Festival (unanimous aye)
• Instructed County Attorney to prepare third‑term resolution for Coroner and Sheriff (unanimous aye)
• Approved Running Creek RV Storage EDZ-2024-3548 with conditions (2 aye, 1 abstain)
• Approved Pine Ridge Metropolitan District Service Plan (unanimous aye)

County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will hold final decision hearings regarding two Xcel Energy applications. The board will also meet in executive session to discuss legal matters concerning potential regulation updates and moratorium requirements.

• Resolution to deny Xcel Energy Major 1041 Permit for a public utility facility (Project 1041-2024-9235)
• Resolution to deny Xcel Energy Power Pathway Project Special Use by Review (Project SUR-2024-9236)
• Executive session regarding potential regulation updates and moratorium requirements

The board approved its agenda and then denied two Public Service Company of Colorado applications: a major 1041 permit for a utility facility and a special‑use review for the Power Pathway project. A motion to close the land‑use public hearing was adopted, the commissioners entered an executive session, and the meeting was adjourned.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Denied Xcel Energy major 1041 permit (unanimous)
• Denied Power Pathway special‑use review (unanimous)
• Closed land‑use public hearing (unanimous)
• Entered executive session (unanimous)
• Exited executive session (no action taken)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Elbert County Planning Commission meeting on July 1, 2025 will hold a public hearing to consider updates to the county’s zoning and subdivision regulations. The agenda also includes a presentation of the Comprehensive Plan by Blake Young of Kimley‑Horn and a discussion of the Coyote Ridge Planned Unit Development. Additional items are a training session by the County Attorney, approval of meeting minutes, and standard announcements.

• Updates to Elbert County Zoning and Subdivision Regulations (public hearing)
• Coyote Ridge Planned Unit Development (public hearing)
• Comprehensive Plan introduction presentation by Blake Young, AICP, Kimley‑Horn
• Planning Commission training by the County Attorney
• Approval of meeting minutes

The commission voted 9‑0 to recommend that the Board of County Commissioners approve updates to the Elbert County Zoning Regulations (articles I, II, III, IV, V, VIII, IX, Appendix A, Appendix B) and the Elbert County Subdivision Regulations (articles I, II, III, IV, XIII, Appendix B, Appendix C). The recommendation was made by Commissioner Dede Schott‑Grace and seconded by Commissioner Nicole Hunt. The commission did not vote on the Coyote Ridge PUD rezoning, requesting a continuance to obtain the full application before making a recommendation.

• Recommend approval of ECZR articles I, II, III, IV, V, VIII, IX, Appendix A, Appendix B and ECSR articles I, II, III, IV, XIII, Appendix B, Appendix C – passed 9‑0
• Coyote Ridge PUD rezoning (RZ‑2024‑0258) – no recommendation; continuance requested

County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss a potential moratorium on development and the purchase of patrol vehicles and radios for the Sheriff's Office. The board will also consider a supplemental appropriation for the 2024 budget.

• Discussion on potential moratorium on development
• Discussion on two additional patrol vehicles for the Sheriff's Office
• Discussion on supplemental request from ECCA for Sheriff's Office radios
• Consideration of a Resolution for Supplemental Appropriation to the Elbert County 2024 Budget
• Executive session regarding legal advice on concerns related to the Planning Commission

The board approved the purchase of two additional patrol vehicles for the Sheriff's Office and approved a $78,000 supplemental request for sheriff radios. It also approved a supplemental appropriation to the 2024 county budget and denied two Xcel Energy Power Pathway projects, directing the County Attorney to prepare denial resolutions. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved two additional patrol vehicles for the Sheriff's Office (3-0)
• Approved supplemental request for sheriff radios in the amount of $78,000.00 (3-0)
• Approved supplemental appropriation to the Elbert County 2024 budget (3-0)
• Approved May 14, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Approved May 15, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Denied Xcel Energy Power Pathway 1041-2024-9235 (3-0)
• Denied Xcel Energy Power Pathway SUR-2024-9236 (3-0)
• Entered Executive Session to discuss legal matters (3-0)

County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will conduct land use hearings regarding Xcel Energy's Colorado's Power Pathway. The meeting includes two specific applications for review.

• Land use hearing: Xcel Energy, Colorado's Power Pathway, 1041-2024-9235
• Land use hearing: Xcel Energy, Colorado's Power Pathway, SUR-2024-9236

The board unanimously approved the meeting agenda. They also voted unanimously to open a public hearing for Xcel Energy’s Power Pathway 1041 and SUR permit applications. No other substantive actions were taken at this meeting.

• Approved agenda as presented (3-0)
• Opened public hearing for Xcel Energy Power Pathway 1041 and SUR permits (3-0)

County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will meet for a special session to consult with the County attorney. The discussion will focus on legal advice regarding land use hearing procedures.

• Executive session for legal advice on Land Use Hearing Procedures

The board voted to close the meeting, with both Commissioners Buck and Schroeder voting aye. The meeting was then adjourned, again with both Commissioners voting aye. No other actions were taken.

• Closed meeting (2-0)
• Adjourned meeting (2-0)

County Commission

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners will meet with Public Works, Elizabeth Fire, and Elizabeth School District to discuss traffic conditions at Singing Hills Elementary School. No decisions will be made during this session, and public comment will not be heard.

• Discuss traffic at Singing Hills Elementary School with Public Works, Elizabeth Fire, and Elizabeth School District

County Commission

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners will hold a work study session to discuss the budget with 23rd Judicial District Attorney George Brauchler. The meeting is scheduled for June 17, 2025, at 12:00 PM in the BOCC Meeting Room.

• Work study session with 23rd Judicial District Attorney George Brauchler
• Discussion of the budget

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will conduct quasi-judicial public hearings regarding a rezone and a special use review. The body will also discuss updates to the Elbert County Zoning and Subdivision Regulations.

• Trishul Rezone RZ-2024-3550
• The Patch - Special Use by Review SUR-2024-7360
• Updates to Elbert County Zoning and Subdivision Regulations
• Discussion of a Tree Preservation Ordinance

The commission approved the May 20, 2025 meeting minutes by an 8‑0 vote. It then voted 7‑1 to make a recommendation of approval to the Board of County Commissioners for the Trishul rezoning (RZ‑2024‑3550), subject to several conditions identified by staff. The recommendation includes signage for a bridle‑path crossing, road‑and‑bridge inspection requirements, a well‑water routing condition, and completion of missing application documents before the BOCC hearing.

• Approved May 20, 2025 meeting minutes (8‑0)
• Recommended approval of Trishul rezoning (RZ‑2024‑3550) with conditions (7‑1)

General

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners will meet with the Public Works department and engineers from Kimley‑Horn. The purpose is to discuss the advantages and disadvantages of implementing roundabouts. No decisions are indicated for this meeting.

• Discussion of roundabout proposals with Public Works and Kimley‑Horn

County Commission

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners will vote on a resolution to approve the updated International Building Code fee schedule. They will also discuss proposed amendments to the county Standards and Specifications. At 1:00 p.m., the board will hold land‑use hearings for several applications, including Running Creek RV Storage and a subdivision modification for Bighorn Ridge.

• Resolution approving the Updated International Building Code Fee Schedule (Action Item)
• Proposed Amendments to the Elbert County Standards and Specifications (Discussion Item)
• Land Use Hearing – Running Creek RV Storage, EDZ-2024-3548
• Land Use Hearing – Request for Subdivision Modification for Bighorn Ridge
• Land Use Hearing – Kiowa Disconnection, County‑Initiated Rezone: Digby Property, RZ-2024-901

The commissioners approved the Elbert County Sheriff's Office collective bargaining agreement by a 2‑1 vote. They also approved the updated International Building Code fee schedule unanimously. Additional land‑use actions included approving a subdivision road modification, opening and closing a public hearing for the Running Creek RV Storage project, continuing that hearing, and opening a public hearing for three Bijou MET tower applications.

• Approved Sheriff's Office CBA (2-1)
• Approved Updated International Building Code Fee Schedule (3-0)
• Approved Subdivision Modification for Bighorn Ridge (3-0)
• Opened Public Hearing for Running Creek RV Storage, EDZ-2024-3548 (3-0)
• Continued Running Creek RV Storage hearing to July 9, 2025 at 1:00 PM (3-0)
• Closed Public Hearing for Running Creek RV Storage (3-0)
• Opened Public Hearing for Bijou MET Tower applications (3-0)
• Moved Sheriff's Office CBA to Action Items (2-1)

Planning Commission

The Elbert County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two Xcel Energy Colorado Power Pathway applications. The hearings are for docket numbers 1041-2024-9235 and SUR-2024-9236. No decisions are listed; the agenda is limited to these hearings.

• Public hearing – Xcel Energy, Colorado's Power Pathway, docket 1041-2024-9235
• Public hearing – Xcel Energy, Colorado's Power Pathway, docket SUR-2024-9236

The commission held a public hearing on the Xcel Colorado Power Pathway major and special use by review applications. Commissioners asked numerous questions about route visuals, tax values, eminent‑domain authority, and public input. No approvals, denials, or votes were recorded, leaving the applications pending.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will conduct quasi-judicial public hearings regarding two Xcel Energy projects. The body will review evidence and apply regulation standards to make decisions on these matters.

• Public hearing: Xcel Energy, Colorado's Power Pathway, 1041-2024-9235
• Public hearing: Xcel Energy, Colorado's Power Pathway, SUR-2024-9236

The commission voted to approve the corrected minutes from the May 6, 2025 meeting. The motion was moved by Commissioner Poletiek, seconded by Commissioner Hunt, and passed with a 9‑0 vote. No other formal decisions or votes were recorded during the session; staff presented a recommendation to deny Xcel Energy’s permit applications, but the commission did not vote on them.

• Approved May 6, 2025 meeting minutes (9-0)

County Commission

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners will discuss a resolution to adopt an updated International Building Code fee schedule. The board will also set the hearing date for the Pine Ridge Metropolitan District Service Plan and review two land‑use applications: Stonewall Bed & Breakfast (SUR‑2024‑7211) and Running Creek Storage EDZ Site Plan (EDZ‑2024‑3548). An action item is the consideration of the April 24, 2025 special meeting minutes.

• Consideration of a resolution approving the updated International Building Code fee schedule
• Setting the hearing date for the Pine Ridge Metropolitan District Service Plan
• Review of Stonewall Bed & Breakfast and Events application (SUR‑2024‑7211)
• Review of Running Creek Storage EDZ Site Plan (EDZ‑2024‑3548)
• Consideration of April 24, 2025 special meeting minutes

The County Commission unanimously approved the Stonewall Bed & Breakfast and Events application (SUR‑2024‑7211) with a condition that the on‑site cottage be permitted and inspected before any events. The hearing for the Pine Ridge Metropolitan District Service Plan was set for June 25, 2025 at 1:00 PM, and the Running Creek Storage project was continued to June 11, 2025 for further review.

• Approved agenda (unanimous 3‑0)
• Approved consent agenda (unanimous 3‑0)
• Approved April 24, 2025 special meeting minutes (unanimous 3‑0)
• Set Pine Ridge Metropolitan District Service Plan hearing for June 25, 2025 at 1:00 PM (unanimous 3‑0)
• Approved Stonewall Bed & Breakfast and Events, SUR‑2024‑7211 with condition that cottage be permitted and inspected (unanimous 3‑0)
• Closed public hearing for Stonewall Bed & Breakfast and Events, SUR‑2024‑7211 (unanimous 3‑0)
• Opened public hearing for Running Creek Storage EDZ‑2024‑3548 (unanimous 3‑0)
• Continued Running Creek Storage EDZ‑2024‑3548 to June 11, 2025 (unanimous 3‑0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will conduct quasi-judicial public hearings to review several special use requests and one rezoning. The body will determine if these applications meet adopted regulation standards based on evidence presented.

• Special Use by Review Case # SUR-2024-0109: Bijou MET Tower Woehrel 0498
• Special Use by Review Case # SUR-2024-0114: Bijou MET Tower Hertneky 0598
• Special Use by Review Case # SUR-2024-2490: Bijou MET Tower Chambers 0798B
• County Initiated Rezone RZ-2024-901: Digby Property (Kiowa Disconnection)

Commissioners voted 7‑0 to amend the bylaws, allowing up to five minutes of public comment at the chair’s discretion. They also voted 6‑1 to recommend approval of three Bijou Hills MET tower special‑use requests, adding three conditions on decommissioning, SUR term, and deed documentation. No vote was recorded on the Digby Property rezoning recommendation. All other agenda items were informational.

• Amended bylaws to permit public comment up to five minutes at the chair’s discretion (vote 7‑0)
• Recommended approval of three Bijou MET tower special‑use applications with conditions on decommissioning, SUR term, and deed update (vote 6‑1)

General

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners will hold a land use hearing for Sundance Solar applications 1041-2024-1310 and SUR-2024-0028. The hearing will follow the standard sequence of staff presentation, applicant presentation, public input, board discussion and decision. The meeting also includes routine items such as call to order, agenda approval, public comment, and adjournment.

• Sundance Solar application 1041-2024-1310
• Sundance Solar application SUR-2024-0028
• Land use hearing at 10:00 AM
• Public comment period (up to five minutes per speaker)
• Adjournment

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners approved both Sundance Solar applications (1041-2024-1310 and SUR-2024-0028) after public comment. Each motion passed with a 2‑1 vote (Dallas Schroeder and Byron McDaniel aye; Mike Buck nay). Commissioners also agreed that the applicant will build a secondary road for emergency evacuations. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved Sundance Solar 1041-2024-1310 (2-1 vote)
• Approved Sundance Solar SUR-2024-0028 (2-1 vote)
• Applicant agreed to build secondary road for emergency evacuations
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous ayes)

County Commission

The Board will hear public input and make decisions on two land‑use applications: the Goodman rezoning (RZ‑2023‑00026) and the Sundance Solar projects (1041‑2024‑1310 and SUR‑2024‑0028). The meeting also includes public hearings for special event liquor permits for the Elizabeth Rodeo Association and the Elbert Town Committee. An authorization will be considered for the County Attorney and CDS to contract with Logan Simpson for comprehensive regulation updates.

• Goodman Rezone – RZ‑2023‑00026 (land‑use hearing)
• Sundance Solar – 1041‑2024‑1310 and SUR‑2024‑0028 (land‑use hearing)
• Public hearing – Special Event Liquor Permit for Elizabeth Rodeo Association
• Public hearing – Special Event Liquor Permit for Elbert Town Committee
• Authorization for County Attorney and CDS to pursue contract with Logan Simpson for regulation updates

The board approved the unbudgeted rebuild project for County Road 125 south (9 Mile) with a 3‑0 vote. It also approved special event liquor permits for the Elizabeth Rodeo Association and the Elbert Town Committee, each by a 3‑0 vote. The commissioners authorized the County Attorney and CDS to pursue a contract with Logan Simpson for Comprehensive Regulation Updates, and they approved the April 23, 2025 minutes, all with unanimous support.

• Approved unbudgeted rebuild project for County Road 125 south (9 Mile) (3‑0)
• Approved Special Event Liquor Permit for Elizabeth Rodeo Association (3‑0)
• Approved Special Event Liquor Permit for Elbert Town Committee (3‑0)
• Authorized County Attorney and CDS to pursue contract with Logan Simpson for Comprehensive Regulation Updates (3‑0)
• Approved April 23, 2025 minutes (3‑0)
• Moved approval of unbudgeted funds request for CR 125 rebuild to Action Item H5 (3‑0)

General

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a work study session to discuss budget requests from the Sheriff's Department. No decisions or public comment will be made during this meeting.

• Unfunded Budget Requests from Sheriff's Department
• Work study session (no decisions)
• No public comment allowed

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will conduct quasi-judicial public hearings to find facts and make decisions based on adopted regulations. The body will review a rezone request and a metropolitan district service plan.

• Public hearing for Stonewall Bed & Breakfast and Events (SUR-2024-7211)
• Public hearing for Goodman Rezone (RZ-2023-00026)
• Public hearing for Pine Ridge Metropolitan District Service Plan

The commission approved the April 1, 2025 meeting minutes. It voted 6‑1 to recommend approval of the Stonewall Bed & Breakfast and Events special‑use application with conditions. It voted 7‑0 to recommend approval of the Goodman rezoning from Agriculture to Residential Agriculture. No decision was recorded on the Pine Ridge Metropolitan District Service Plan.

• Approved April 1, 2025 meeting minutes (6‑0, 1 abstention)
• Recommended approval of Stonewall Bed & Breakfast & Events special‑use (6‑1)
• Recommended approval of Goodman rezoning to Residential Agriculture (7‑0)

General

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a special meeting featuring an executive session. The session is for legal advice regarding case no. 2024CV30091 in Elbert County District Court between the Board and the Elbert County Sheriff’s Office.

• Executive session regarding litigation case no. 2024CV30091 (Board of County Commissioners vs. Elbert County Sheriff’s Office)

The commissioners unanimously approved the meeting agenda. They entered an executive session to discuss legal advice on the pending litigation. After the session, they approved County Attorney Bart Greer's recommendation to file a joint motion with the Sheriff's office to settle case 2024CV30091. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved agenda (3-0)
• Entered executive session to discuss litigation (3-0)
• Approved Attorney Greer's recommendation to file joint settlement motion in case 2024CV30091 (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

County Commission

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners will discuss updates to fleet management policy, building department fees, and a fire district inclusion coverage resolution. They will also consider the appointment of Dawn Sager to the Noxious Weed Board and review the 1st Quarter 2025 Public Trustee Report. At 1:00 PM, land‑use hearings will be held for a rezoning application, an economic development zone site plan, and a variance request.

• WF Real Estate Rezone – RZ-2024-0023
• Peak Vista RV and Mini Storage Economic Development Zone Site Development – EDZ-2024-4358
• Pasture Gate Circle Variance – VAR-2024-3765
• Discussion of Updates to the Fleet Management Policy
• Discussion of Updates to the Building Department Fees

The commission approved the meeting agenda, consent agenda, a proclamation for the National Day of Prayer, and the minutes from the April 9 meeting. Commissioners moved the proposed updates to the County Fleet Management Policy to the next meeting for further review. The board approved a rezoning of 40.035 acres from agricultural to residential agricultural and opened a public hearing on the Peak Vista RV and Mini‑Storage Economic Development Zone site plan.

• Approved agenda (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda (3-0)
• Approved National Day of Prayer proclamation (3-0)
• Approved April 9, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Moved Fleet Management Policy updates to next BOCC meeting (3-0)
• Approved WF Real Estate rezoning RZ‑2024‑0023 (3-0)
• Opened public hearing for Peak Vista RV and Mini Storage EDZ‑2024‑4358 (3-0)

General

The Planning Commission will conduct quasi‑judicial public hearings on two Sundance Solar applications: a Major 1041 Permit (1041-2024-1310) and a Special Use by Review (SUR-2024-0028). The agenda outlines staff and applicant presentations, public testimony, and a board vote. A separate work study session will review land‑use regulation updates, but no decisions or public comments will be taken.

• Public hearing on Sundance Solar Major 1041 Permit (1041-2024-1310)
• Public hearing on Sundance Solar Special Use by Review (SUR-2024-0028)
• Work study session on Land Use Regulations Update (no decisions, no public comment)
• Staff report on Board of County Commissioners actions

The commission voted 7‑2 to recommend that the Board of County Commissioners deny the Sundance Solar Special Use Review (SUR‑2024‑0028). Earlier, the commission voted 7‑2 against recommending approval of the Sundance Solar Major 1041 Permit (1041‑2024‑1310). No other substantive actions were taken. The work‑study session resulted in no decisions.

• Recommend denial of Sundance Solar Special Use Review (SUR‑2024‑0028) – motion passed 7‑2
• Recommend approval of Sundance Solar Major 1041 Permit (1041‑2024‑1310) – motion failed 7‑2

General

The Planning Commission will conduct quasi-judicial public hearings regarding two applications from Sundance Solar. The body will review a Major 1041 Permit and a Special Use by Review application.

• Sundance Solar Major 1041 Permit (1041-2024-1310)
• Sundance Solar Special Use by Review (SUR-2024-0028)

The commission voted to continue the Sundance Solar Major 1041 Permit hearing to April 22, 2025, with a 7‑1 vote. It also voted to continue the Sundance Solar Special Use by Review hearing to the same date, with an 8‑0 vote. The meeting was then adjourned by an 8‑0 vote.

• Continue Sundance Solar Major 1041 Permit hearing to Apr 22, 2025 (7-1)
• Continue Sundance Solar Special Use by Review hearing to Apr 22, 2025 (8-0)
• Adjourn meeting (8-0)

Planning Commission

The Elbert County Planning Commission will meet to conduct quasi-judicial public hearings on a real estate rezone and two solar projects. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as the approval of meeting minutes and citizen comments.

• WF Real Estate Rezone - RZ-2024-0023
• Sundance Solar Major 1041 Permit - 1041-2024-1310
• Sundance Solar Special Use by Review - SUR-2024-0028
• Approval of Meeting Minutes
• Citizen Comments

The commission voted 9‑0 to recommend that the Board of County Commissioners approve the WF Real Estate rezoning of 40.035 acres from Agriculture to Residential Agriculture, with three staff‑recommended conditions. It also voted 9‑0 to continue the Sundance Solar Major 1041 Permit and Special Use by Review hearings to Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 6:00 PM. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Recommend approval with conditions of WF Real Estate rezoning (RZ‑2024‑0023) – vote 9‑0
• Continue Sundance Solar Major 1041 Permit and Special Use by Review hearings to Apr 16 2025 – vote 9‑0

County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss regulatory document updates and consider liquor license renewals. The meeting includes an executive session regarding property interests and several land use hearings.

• Shaw Rezone (RZ-2024-2571)
• Cook Rezone (RZ-2024-2439) and request to waive open space fee for Cook Minor Plat
• Goodman Rezone (RZ-2023-00026) - staff requesting continuance
• Liquor license renewals for The Naked Goat and Walmart
• Executive session regarding purchase, acquisition, lease, transfer or sale of property

The commission approved the meeting agenda, consent agenda, March 26 minutes, and a proclamation recognizing April as Child Abuse Prevention Month. An executive session was entered for property‑related discussion, after which the Goodman rezone hearing was continued to May 14. The Shaw rezone (RZ‑2024‑2571) was approved with conditions, and the Cook rezone (RZ‑2024‑2439) was approved.

• Approved agenda (unanimous: Buck, Schroeder, McDaniel)
• Approved consent agenda (unanimous: Buck, Schroeder, McDaniel)
• Approved March 26, 2025 minutes (unanimous: Buck, Schroeder, McDaniel)
• Approved proclamation recognizing April as Child Abuse Prevention Month (unanimous: Buck, Schroeder, McDaniel)
• Entered executive session (unanimous: Buck, Schroeder, McDaniel)
• Continued Goodman Rezone hearing to May 14, 2025 (unanimous: Buck, Schroeder, McDaniel)
• Approved Shaw Rezone RZ‑2024‑2571 with conditions (2‑1: Schroeder, Buck; opposed: McDaniel)
• Approved Cook Rezone RZ‑2024‑2439 (unanimous: Buck, Schroeder, McDaniel)

General

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners will meet on April 8, 2025 at 10:00 AM in the BOCC Meeting Room. The agenda item is a discussion of the Spring Valley Ranch Road Acceptance. No decisions will be made and public comment will not be heard.

• Discussion of Spring Valley Ranch Road Acceptance (no vote)

General

The Board of County Commissioners will meet with a representative from the U.S. Geological Survey. The purpose is to receive updates on the county’s well monitoring program. No decisions or public comment are scheduled for this session.

• USGS update on well monitoring program – informational only, no decisions

General

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a work study session with Greg Lopez. The discussion focuses on the management of growth regarding land use. No decisions will be made and no public comment will be heard.

• Discussion with Greg Lopez regarding land use and growth management

General

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a work study session to review current Building Department fees and compare them to surrounding jurisdictions. The body will discuss budget considerations regarding potential updates, but no decisions will be made and no public comment will be heard.

• Review of Building Department fees

Planning Commission

The Elbert County Planning Commission will conduct a quasi‑judicial public hearing to consider four rezoning applications: Goodman (RZ‑2023‑00026), WF Real Estate (RZ‑2024‑0023), Shaw (RZ‑2024‑2571), and Cook (RZ‑2024‑2439). The meeting also includes a staff report on County Commissioners actions, approval of the February 4, 2025 minutes, and a discussion of regulation updates. After testimony and discussion, the commission will vote on each rezoning request.

• Goodman Rezone – RZ‑2023‑00026
• WF Real Estate Rezone – RZ‑2024‑0023
• Shaw Rezone – RZ‑2024‑2571
• Cook Rezone – RZ‑2024‑2439
• Discussion Item – Regulation Updates

The commission approved the February 4, 2025 meeting minutes by a 6‑0 vote. It also moved to continue the Goodman rezoning application to May 6, 2025, which passed 6‑0. Finally, commissioners voted 4‑2 to continue the WF Real Estate rezoning to April 15, 2025.

• Approved February 4, 2025 meeting minutes (6‑0)
• Continued Goodman Rezone (RZ‑2023‑00026) to May 6, 2025 (6‑0)
• Continued WF Real Estate Rezone (RZ‑2024‑0023) to April 15, 2025 (4‑2)

County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to discuss insurance pools and decide on updates to the Public Works tree removal policy. The board will also review administrative staffing and a liquor license renewal.

• Approval of Tree Removal Policy Updates
• Liquor License Renewal for Meadows Market
• Approval of additional staff positions in Administration
• Introduction to CTSI and Insurance Pools
• Approval of CDS Mylars and vouchers

The Elbert County Board of Commissioners approved the meeting agenda and the consent agenda, which included approvals for CDS Mylars, vouchers, variance reports, a liquor license renewal for Meadows Market, and additional staff positions. They also approved the minutes from the March 12, 2025 meeting and adopted updates to the Tree Removal Policy. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved agenda (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda items including liquor license renewal for Meadows Market (3-0)
• Approved March 12, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Approved Tree Removal Policy Updates (3-0)

General

The Elbert County Board of Commissioners will meet with the Sheriff's Department to discuss the need for an evidence building. The discussion will include possible costs associated with the project. No decisions or public comments are scheduled for this meeting.

• Discussion of a new Sheriff's evidence building and its potential cost

County Commission

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners will vote on the Debris Management Plan and on two appointments to the Planning Commission. The agenda also includes a liquor license renewal for South 40 Bar and Grill and several discussion presentations on weeds, tree removal policy, and rural economic development. Land‑use hearings are scheduled for 1:00 p.m. after other items are completed.

• Approval of Liquor License Renewal for South 40 Bar and Grill
• Consideration of Approval of the Elbert County Debris Management Plan
• Consideration of Appointment of Daniel McCallin to the Planning Commission (District 3)
• Consideration of Appointment of Diana Edstrom to the Planning Commission (District 2)
• Land Use Hearings at 1:00 p.m.

Planning Commission

The Elbert County Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing to consider rezoning applications for Goodman (RZ-2023-00026), Shaw (RZ-2024-2571), and Cook (RZ-2024-2439). The meeting will also review the Pine Ridge Metro District Service Plan. The commission will follow the quasi‑judicial hearing process, including staff and applicant presentations, public testimony, and a board vote.

• Goodman Rezone – RZ-2023-00026
• Shaw Rezone – RZ-2024-2571
• Cook Rezone – RZ-2024-2439
• Pine Ridge Metro District Service Plan

General

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a special meeting to enter an executive session for legal advice. The discussion concerns pending litigation in Elbert County District Court between the Board and the Elbert County Sheriff’s Office, case no. 2024CV30091.

• Executive session regarding case no. 2024CV30091 (BOCC vs. Elbert County Sheriff’s Office)

County Commission

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners will consider policy updates and three land use applications, including a rezone for Bighorn Ridge and a PUD amendment for Independence. The board will also hold a public hearing on a legal matter regarding a dispute with the Sheriff's Office.

• Consideration of Elbert County Invocation Policy Update
• Consideration of Elbert County Commissioners Meeting Policy Update
• Bighorn Ridge Rezone - RZ-2023-0316
• Independence Planned Unit Development (PUD) Amendment 4 - PD-2024-7520
• Digby Zoning Authorization

General

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners will meet with Parks and Recreation Director Mike Barney. The purpose is to hear a presentation on the Greater Elizabeth Parks, Trails and Open Space Master Plan. No public comment is allowed and no decisions will be made at this meeting.

• Presentation on the Greater Elizabeth Parks, Trails and Open Space Master Plan

General

The Board of County Commissioners will review a concept brief for the Foxhaven project at 1223 Hwy 86. The applicant proposes rezoning 76.43 acres from Agriculture (A) to Residential-2 (R-2). No decisions will be made and no public comment will be taken during this meeting.

• Proposed rezoning of 76.43 acres at 1223 Hwy 86 from Agriculture (A) to Residential-2 (R-2)
• Proposal for 103 single-family homes
• Proposal for 33.33 acres of open space

General

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners will meet to consider a rezoning request for the Valentine Planned Unit Development. Applicants seek to change 158 acres at 33601 County Road 25 from Agricultural (A) to Planned Unit Development, allowing residential, commercial and light industrial uses. The board will review proposed design guidelines for the residential portion and limits on commercial/industrial uses. No public comment is allowed and no decisions are scheduled at this meeting.

• Rezoning 158 acres from Agriculture (A) to Planned Unit Development at 33601 County Road 25
• Proposed mix of residential, commercial, and light industrial uses
• Design guidelines to be created for the residential portion
• Commercial and industrial uses limited by lot size and proximity to residences
• Meeting open to public; no public comment; no decisions will be made

Planning Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will meet with the Planning Commission for a work study session. The body will discuss expectations, philosophy, and process; no decisions will be made and no public comment will be taken.

County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss updates to invocation and meeting policies and designate a representative for collective bargaining negotiations. The board will also consider appointments to the Planning Commission and library district board recommendations.

• Appointment of Daniel McCallin (District 3) and Diana Edstrom (District 2) to the Planning Commission
• Designation of a Commissioner Representative for collective bargaining negotiations
• Resolution authorizing the Clerk to sign IGAs
• Authorization of signature powers for County Accounts for Chair and Vice Chair
• Executive session regarding the purchase, acquisition, lease, transfer, or sale of property

General

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners will receive an update and review of current Building Department fees, including a comparison to surrounding jurisdictions. They will discuss budget considerations related to any possible fee changes. No decisions will be made and public comment will not be heard.

• Review of current Building Department fees
• Comparison of fees to surrounding jurisdictions
• Discussion of budget considerations for possible fee changes

Planning Commission

The Elbert County Planning Commission will conduct a quasi‑judicial public hearing to consider the Bighorn Ridge rezoning application. The agenda includes staff and applicant presentations, public testimony, and a board discussion before a vote. All other items are procedural or part of the consent agenda.

• Bighorn Ridge Rezone – RZ‑2023‑0316 (public hearing)

General

The Board of County Commissioners will meet for a special session to receive legal advice. The discussion focuses on the Duvall et. Al. vs. Elbert County Board of County Commissioners litigation, case no. 2024CV30089.

• Executive session regarding legal advice for case no. 2024CV30089 (Duvall et. Al. vs. Elbert County Board of County Commissioners)

General

The Board of County Commissioners will listen to a concept brief for a proposed amendment to the Miller Ranch Planned Unit Development. The amendment would increase housing density and revise minimum lot‑size requirements. No decisions or public comments will be taken at this meeting, which is open to the public.

• Concept brief for proposed amendment to Miller Ranch PUD – increase density and update minimum lot size requirements

County Commission

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners will hold its organizational meeting to select a chair and vice chair, ratify intergovernmental agreements, and hear land use requests for landscaping and composting operations.

• Discussion and selection of Chair and Vice Chair
• Ratification of IGA with Douglas and Lincoln Counties
• Land Use Hearing for Hughes Landscaping Special Use
• Land Use Hearing for Richer Lands Composting Special Use
• 4th Quarter 2024 Public Trustee Report

General

The Board of County Commissioners will meet for a special session to consult with legal counsel. The discussion focuses on litigation pending in Elbert County District Court between the Board and the Elbert County Sheriff’s Office, case no. 2024CV30091.

• Executive session regarding case no. 2024CV30091 (BOCC vs. Elbert County Sheriff’s Office)

General

The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners will meet on Jan. 14, 2025. After approving the agenda, the board will enter an executive session to receive legal advice on the 1041 permit process and the Excel Power Pathway application. No formal action will be taken during the executive session, and any decisions will be made later in the public portion of the meeting.

• Executive session to discuss legal advice for the 1041 permit process
• Executive session to discuss legal advice for the Excel Power Pathway application

County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to review administrative vouchers and reports. The board is deciding on the 2025 Elbert County Standards and Specifications and intergovernmental agreements regarding social and juvenile services.

• Approval of 2025 Elbert County Standards and Specifications
• Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) between Lincoln County and Elbert County regarding Social Services
• Resolution between Douglas, Elbert, and Lincoln Counties to create a Juvenile Services Board for the 23rd Judicial District

Planning Commission

The Elbert County Planning Commission meeting will include public hearings on the Richer Lands Composting project (SUR‑2023‑1558) and the Hughes Landscaping special‑use request (SU‑2024‑4260). The commission will follow the quasi‑judicial hearing process outlined in the agenda. The agenda also includes routine items such as approval of December 3 and December 17, 2024 meeting minutes and a period for citizen comments.

• Public hearing – Richer Lands Composting (SUR‑2023‑1558)
• Public hearing – Hughes Landscaping Special Use (SU‑2024‑4260)
• Approval of December 3, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approval of December 17, 2024 meeting minutes
• Citizen comments period