Huerfano County public meetings in 2024

Board of County Commissioners

The Huerfano County Board of Commissioners will approve the meeting agenda and a series of consent items, including personnel changes and a K‑9 care payout. They will vote on several action items: a law enforcement services agreement with the City of Walsenburg, a contract with Tyler Technologies for an ERP Pro system, a merchant agreement with World Fuel Services for airport card processing, and an amendment to obligations of ARPA state and local funds. An executive session will be held to discuss security arrangements and county jail improvements.

• City of Walsenburg Law Enforcement Services Agreement
• Tyler Technologies ERP Pro Agreement
• World Fuel Services Airport Card Processing Merchant Agreement
• Amendment to Obligations of ARPA State and Local Funds
• County Jail Improvements (executive session discussion)

Huerfano County Building Authority Board

The Huerfano County Building Authority Board will meet on Dec. 19, 2024. The agenda includes discussion of the Alternative Build TBD BP-24-201 project for Heggen, reference checks for new contractors, and a discussion on electrical power. No specific decisions are indicated in the agenda.

• Alternative Build TBD BP-24-201 Heggen (new business)
• Reference checks for new contractors (new business)
• Discussion of electrical power (discussion item)

The Huerfano County Building Authority Board approved Q & N Construction to proceed with alternative build BP-24-201 for Heggen, and adopted a new policy requiring new contractors to hold a license from a county with reference checks or provide at least two signed letters of reference. The board also approved the November 21, 2024 minutes and discussed upcoming electrical changes.

• Approved Q & N Construction for alternative build BP-24-201 (unanimous)
• Adopted policy requiring new contractors to hold a license from a county with reference checks or provide two signed reference letters (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from 11/21/24 (unanimous)

Huerfano County Tourism Board

The Tourism Board will review updated fund statements, sales and lodging tax trends, and December bill payments. The board will discuss marketing and management grants from the CTO, as well as several ongoing projects including a billboard and domain name purchase.

• December 2024 bill payments
• CTO Marketing Grant kickoff
• CTO Management Grant
• 7th & Main Billboard
• Domain name purchase

Board of Human Services

The Board of Human Services will consider a temporary approval to match APS on‑call pay to CPS on‑call pay while a new on‑call policy is being developed. The agenda also includes approvals of November meeting minutes and financials, adoption of several HCPF policies, and a contract with Language Line Solutions. Staff reports will cover CCCAP discussion and updates from adult services, assistance payments, child welfare, the family resource center, and overall organization.

• Approval of November meeting minutes
• Approval of November financial statements
• Contract with Language Line Solutions
• Adoption of multiple HCPF policies (e.g., Private Health Confidentiality, Program Integrity, Dispute Resolution and Fair Hearings)
• Temporary on‑call APS pay parity request

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to decide on annual employee salaries and end-of-year bonuses. The agenda includes approvals for bridge replacement grants and asbestos mitigation. The board will also consider liquor license renewals for two local businesses.

• Resolution for Annual County Employee Salaries and End of Year Bonus
• Notice of Award and Agreement for County Road 543 Bridge Replacement
• Asbestos Mitigation Contract for 129 Kansas
• Liquor License Renewals for Four Seasons Bar and Grill and Tiny Inn
• Reclamation Permit Application for Peakview gravel pit

Planning Commission

The Huerfano County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on its Draft Comprehensive Plan. The meeting will also include updates on oil and gas regulation and local government development (LGD). An upcoming workshop on housing regulations is noted for future discussion.

• Public Hearing on Draft Comprehensive Plan
• Oil and Gas Regulation Updates
• LGD Updates
• Workshop on Housing Regulations (planned after adjournment)
• Reading of minutes from October 10, 2024

Board of County Commissioners

The Huerfano County Board of Commissioners will vote on four resolutions. Resolution 24-47 adopts the 2025 county budget. Resolution 24-48 sets the 2025 mill levy. Resolution 24-49 appropriates sums of money, and Resolution 24-50 adopts the 2025 organizational chart.

• Resolution 24-47: Adopt the 2025 County Budget
• Resolution 24-48: Set the 2025 Mill Levy
• Resolution 24-49: Appropriate Sums of Money
• Resolution 24-50: Adopt 2025 Organizational Chart

The Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved the 2025 county budget, set the mill levy, and appropriated funds. All four resolutions passed with a 3-0 vote.

• Adopted 2025 County Budget via Resolution #24-47 (3-0)
• Set 2025 Mill Levy at $3,223.725 via Resolution #24-48 (3-0)
• Appropriated $24,854,602 to funds and agencies via Resolution #24-49 (3-0)
• Adopted 2025 Organizational Chart via Resolution #24-50 (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Huerfano County Board of Commissioners will vote on the 2025 County Budget and the 2025 mill levy. Additional resolutions include appropriating funds, adopting the 2025 organizational chart, and approving various contracts and grant applications. The meeting also includes public comment, staff reports, and an executive session.

• Resolution 24-47 to Adopt the 2025 County Budget
• Resolution 24-48 to Set the 2025 Mill Levy
• Resolution 24-49 to Appropriate Sums of Money
• Contract Amendments for HAVA Grant
• Liquor License Renewal for Tacos on the Fly

The Huerfano County Board of County Commissioners approved several action items, including a $252,958.36 vendor run, a $59,325.98 purchase order and quote for dispatch consoles from Didgitcom Electronics, and multiple Spillman software services for the Sheriff's Office. The board also approved a $25,240 noxious weed grant application, a liquor license renewal for Tacos on the Fly, and an intergovernmental agreement with Walsenburg for law enforcement services. The 2025 budget adoption and related resolutions were tabled to the December 12 meeting due to technical difficulties.

• Approved Noxious Weed 2025 Preliminary Grant Application for $25,240 (unanimous)
• Approved Liquor License Renewal for Tacos on the Fly / Cuchara Yacht Club (unanimous)
• Approved December 11, 2024 Vendor Run for $252,958.36 (unanimous)
• Approved Purchase Order #337 from Didgitcom Electronics for $59,325.98 (unanimous)
• Approved Quote for Dispatch Consoles from Didgitcom Electronics for $59,325.98 (unanimous)
• Approved Walsenburg Law Enforcement Services Agreement through end of 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved Spillman Application Administrator Managed Services for $28,800 (unanimous)
• Approved On-Site Spillman Flex Audit & Training for $18,600 (unanimous)

Huerfano County Building Authority Board

The Huerfano County Building Authority Board will review meeting minutes and consider appointments. New business includes a refund request (BP-24-114) and a building permit renewal (19-028). The board will also discuss proposed changes to the 2021 Building Codes.

• Refund request BP-24-114 (Thomsen)
• Renewal of building permit 19-028 (Santacruz)
• Update on Chris Morales case 17-145 (old business)
• Discussion of changes to 2021 Building Codes

The board approved a refund for building permit 24-114 minus the non-refundable plan review fee, tabled a renewal request for permit 19-028 pending an engineer's inspection, and extended permit 17-145 with conditions. They also adjusted the wind speed requirement in the 2021 building codes from 130 mph to 115 mph.

• Approved refund for building permit 24-114 minus $844.93 plan review fee (unanimous)
• Tabled renewal of building permit 19-028 pending engineer inspection (unanimous)
• Extended permit 17-145 for six months with conditions on electrical work and inspections (unanimous)
• Changed wind speed in 2021 building codes from 130 mph to 115 mph

Board of Human Services

The Huerfano County Board of Human Services will approve the October meeting minutes and October DHS financial statements. It will appoint Michelle Trujillo to Family Time Supervision and approve a contract for an attorney handling conflicted cases. Staff reports will include a presentation of the 2025 budget and updates from adult services, assistance payments, child welfare, family resource center, and operations. An executive session will follow the public agenda items.

• Approval of October Board of Human Services minutes
• Approval of October Department of Human Services financials
• Staffing appointment: Michelle Trujillo – Family Time Supervision
• Contract approval: Attorney for conflicted cases
• Staff report: 2025 budget

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold workshops on the Clerk and Recorder and Road and Bridge budgets. The meeting includes decisions on equipment leases, law enforcement gear, and grant applications.

• Resolution #24-44 for 129 Kansas Lease-Purchase with Holman Capital
• Resolution #24-45 for Water Pollution Control Revolving Fund Design and Engineering Loan
• Purchase orders for bulletproof vests and ballistic plates from Warrior Kit for HC SO
• EPA Community Change Grant application and partnership agreement
• Liquor license renewal for Walsenburg Golf

The Board approved multiple resolutions and purchase orders, including a lease-purchase for 129 Kansas, a water pollution control loan agreement, a water lease, bulletproof vests and ballistic plates for the Sheriff's Office, an employee assistance agreement, VOIP/internet/fax services, an EPA grant application, a Safe Streets plan task order, a Cuchara Mountain Park MOU extension, the November vendor run, and a liquor license renewal. The overtime request for detention staff was tabled, and the HCED 609 Main Street facade improvements item died for lack of motion.

• Approved Resolution #24-44 for 129 Kansas lease-purchase with Holman Capital (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #24-45 for Water Pollution Control Revolving Fund loan agreement (3-0)
• Tabled overtime request for detention staff starting 1-1-25 (3-0)
• Approved HCWCD augmentation water lease (3-0)
• Approved PO #324 for six bulletproof vests from Warrior Kit, $19,042 (3-0)
• Approved PO #325 for ballistic plates from Warrior Kit, $5,926 (3-0)
• Approved EPA Community Change Grant application up to $20,000,000 (3-0)
• Approved KLJ task order #2403-01538 for Safe Streets for All Action Plan, $177,100 (3-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is holding a workshop to discuss the Comprehensive Plan and housing regulations. The meeting also includes a discussion on an Innovative Housing Opportunities Plan.

• Comprehensive Plan discussion
• Housing Regulations discussion
• Innovative Housing Opportunities Plan discussion

Huerfano County Tourism Board

The Huerfano County Tourism Board will review financial reports, approve bill payments, and provide updates on partners and board activities. Old business includes the 7th & Main Billboard. New business items include discussions on CrowdRiff, Zartico, the CTO Marketing Grant kickoff and timeline, and a domain name purchase.

• 7th & Main Billboard (old business)
• CrowdRiff (new business)
• Zartico (new business)
• CTO Marketing Grant Kickoff & Timeline (new business)
• Domain Name Purchase (new business)

Board of County Commissioners

The Huerfano County Board of Commissioners will consider repealing a land transfer resolution, approve professional service agreements, and review a liquor license renewal. The meeting will also include a consent agenda for personnel matters and a study session.

• Repealing Resolution #24-44 to authorize transfer of Little Kansas Land
• Professional Service Agreement for Ben Bounds and Huerfano County SO
• Grandote Golf Inc. Liquor License Renewal and Name Change
• McKinstry Jail Kitchen Remodel Change Order
• Holman Capital 129 Kansas EOC/Dispatch Financing Proposal

The Board approved all action items, including a $5,010,001 construction agreement with McKinstry for the 129 Kansas EOC/Dispatch project and a $1,000,000 financing proposal with Holman Capital. A $246,918.51 change order for the jail kitchen remodel passed with Commissioner Andreatta voting no. Other approvals included a $42,703 Lexipol policy manual quote, a $25,000 GMS professional service agreement, and a $7,749 Civic Plus statement of work.

• Approved McKinstry 129 Kansas EOC/Dispatch Construction Agreement for $5,010,001 (3-0)
• Approved Holman Capital 129 Kansas EOC/Dispatch Financing Proposal for $1,000,000 (3-0)
• Approved McKinstry Jail Kitchen Remodel Change Order for $246,918.51 (2-1, Andreatta no)
• Approved Lexipol Quote for Sheriff's Office and Jail Policy Manuals for $42,703 (3-0)
• Approved GMS Professional Service Agreement not to exceed $25,000 (3-0)
• Approved Civic Plus Agenda and Meeting Manager Pro Premium Statement of Work for $7,749 (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #24-44 repealing 24-29 and authorizing transfer of Little Kansas Land (3-0)
• Approved Jade Communications Right of Way Excavation Permit for Valley RD La Veta (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss land use requests and various service agreements. The meeting includes votes on resolutions regarding information security and opposition to Proposition 127.

• LU-24-024 Gurgaian-Poff Vacation and Bulk Water Permit #24-0009 for Karl & Carla Burmester
• Resolution #24-43 to oppose Proposition 127
• Housing Coordinator Agreement with Huerfano County Economic Development Inc.
• Special County Attorney Agreement for Lisa Powell-DeJong
• HCSO Offender Registration Contractor Service Agreement

The Huerfano County Board of County Commissioners approved the meeting agenda with one removal, the consent agenda, two land use items, and multiple action items including resolutions, agreements, and purchase approvals. Decisions included opposing Proposition 127, appointing a board member, approving a housing coordinator agreement, and authorizing grant applications and vendor payments.

• Approved agenda as presented with the removal of action item j (HCWCD Augmentation Water Agreement) (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda including prior meeting minutes and dispatch resignation (3-0)
• Approved LU-24-024 Gurgaian-Poff Vacation (3-0)
• Approved Bulk Water Permit #24-0009 for Karl & Carla Burmester (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #24-41 for Information Security Policy (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #24-42 Appointing Aliyah Field to the Huerfano County Building Authority Board (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #24-43 Oppose Proposition 127 (3-0)
• Approved Letter of Support for Maverix Broadband (3-0)

Huerfano County Tourism Board

The Huerfano County Tourism Board will review financial reports and sales and lodging tax trends. The board is scheduled to discuss EV charging at the Walsenburg Mining Museum and the 7th & Main Billboard.

• EV Charging @ Walsenburg Mining Museum
• 7th & Main Billboard
• October 2024 Bill Payment
• 2024 Annual Report
• Texas Monthly

Board of County Commissioners

The Huerfano County Board of Commissioners will hold a public meeting at 10:00 AM, beginning with a pledge of allegiance and agenda approval. Commissioners will consider appointments, including a presentation of the preliminary FY25 budget. The meeting will adjourn and announce several upcoming workshops on administration, human services, public works, parks & recreation, and emergency management.

• Presentation of Preliminary FY25 Budget (appointment item)
• Road and Bridge Workshop at 9:00 AM
• Public meeting via Google Meet (link provided)
• Administration Workshop scheduled after adjournment
• Board of Human Services workshop at 11:00 AM

The Board of County Commissioners held a special meeting where County Administrator Carl Young presented the preliminary FY25 budget by department, noting it may change after departmental meetings. No budget was approved; the public hearing is scheduled for November 12. The board approved the agenda and adjourned.

• Approved agenda as presented (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 10:43 AM (3-0)

Board of Human Services

The Huerfano County Board of Human Services will meet to approve September minutes, a Memorandum of Understanding for Hotline Services, and financial reports. The meeting will also include staff reports and a preliminary budget discussion.

• Approval of September Board of Human Services minutes
• Hotline Services MOU
• September financial approval
• Preliminary budget presentation
• Executive session

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and take possible action on a lot line vacation. The body will also discuss the Harris Industrial Park and potential future workshops regarding housing code changes.

• Public hearing and possible action on LU 24-024 Vacate Lot Line Gurganian-Poff
• Discussion regarding 24-040 Harris Industrial Park
• Discussion of future workshop for Housing Code Changes

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider resolutions to vacate CR 565, Teton Ridge Road, and Yosemite Lane. The meeting includes reviews of 2025 health insurance rates and several development and infrastructure agreements. The board will also evaluate a bulk water application for Shkyview Ranch LLC.

• Resolution #24-39 for CR 565 Vacation
• Resolution #24-40 for Vacation of Teton Ridge Road and Yosemite Lane
• Shkyview Ranch LLC Bulk Water Application
• 2025 Health Insurance Rates and Contributions
• Walsenburg Riverwalk Project Agreement with Huerfano Parks and Rec District

The Board of County Commissioners approved several infrastructure and administrative items, including a $303,050.25 contract for airfield lighting and signage improvements. The board also authorized the vacation of three roads, approved various purchase orders, and finalized agreements for local development projects and copier leases.

• Approved $303,050.25 airfield lighting and signage contract (3-0)
• Approved vacation of CR 565, Teton Ridge Road, and Yosemite Lane (3-0)
• Approved Bulk Water Permit #24-0008 for Shkyview Ranch (3-0)
• Approved $196,576.62 vendor payment run (3-0)
• Approved 2025 health insurance rates and contributions (3-0)
• Approved JRA Real Estate Gardner Main Street development agreement (3-0)
• Approved Huerfano Parks and Rec District Riverwalk project agreement (3-0)
• Approved Baker Tilly Master Planning & RLF agreement (3-0)

Huerfano County Building Authority Board

The Huerfano County Building Authority Board will meet to review minutes and discuss the demolition of the Spanish Peaks Inn. The board will also discuss changes to the 2021 Adopted Building Codes and potential future projects.

• Spanish Peaks Inn Demolition
• Changes to 2021 Adopted Building Codes
• Possible Future Projects

The Huerfano County Building Authority Board met and approved the September 5, 2024 minutes unanimously. The board noted that the Spanish Peaks Inn demolition is complete, with staff to obtain a receipt from the contractor for rubble disposal. No formal decisions were made on building code changes or future projects, which were only discussed.

• Approved September 5, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Noted Spanish Peaks Inn demolition completed; staff to obtain rubble disposal receipt

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will convene an executive session to receive legal advice from the County Attorney on County Water Rights negotiations with the Huerfano County Water Conservancy District. The session will also cover updates on the Burch case, the Health Care Partners Foundation case, and the Stimple case. The meeting includes routine items such as agenda approval, a pledge of allegiance, and adjournment.

• Executive session – legal advice on County Water Rights negotiations with HCWCD
• Executive session – legal advice on Burch case, Health Care Partners Foundation, Stimple case
• Agenda approval
• Meeting with Sheriff Newman (upon adjournment)
• Economic Development and Outdoor Recreation Workshop at 1 PM

The Board of County Commissioners held a special meeting on October 1, 2024, approving the agenda and then entering executive session for legal advice and negotiations regarding water rights and other legal matters. No substantive decisions were made during the public portion of the meeting.

• Approved agenda as presented (3-0)
• Entered executive session for legal advice and negotiations (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 12:17 AM (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Huerfano County Board of Commissioners will approve the agenda and consent items, including meeting minutes, compensation payouts, a resignation, and an abatement. They will discuss land use matters and consider several action items such as a memorandum of understanding for confidential data, a purchase order for Insight Public Sector Inc., software and monitoring service agreements, and grant applications. Staff reports, correspondence, and an executive session will also be addressed.

• PO 301 for Insight Public Sector Inc.
• Contexture Software Agreements for HC Coroner's Office
• Monitoring Service Agreement for Security Cameras
• HC DHS HRP Grant Application Approval
• American Fidelity Agreement

The Board approved all action items unanimously, including a $243,191.70 vendor run, a $60,200 homelessness grant application, and two $15,000 mini-grant applications. They also approved a memo of understanding for confidential data, a purchase order for Insight Public Sector, software agreements for the coroner's office, a security camera monitoring agreement, and an American Fidelity agreement. No public comment or land use items were presented.

• Approved September 25th Vendor Run for $243,191.70 (3-0)
• Approved HC DHS HRP Grant application for $60,200 (3-0)
• Approved CMP HPRD Mini-Grant application for $15,000 with $3,750 match (3-0)
• Approved RACC Kiosk HPRD Mini-Grant application for $15,000 with $3,750 match (3-0)
• Approved Contexture Software Agreements for Coroner's Office, conditioned on attorney review (3-0)
• Approved Memo of Understanding for Control of Confidential Data (3-0)
• Approved PO #301 for Insight Public Sector Inc. for $3,606.41 (3-0)
• Approved HCED Support Request for $11,000 (3-0)

Board of Human Services

The Board of Human Services will approve the August financial statements and meeting minutes. The agenda includes a discussion on a falsification policy and staff reports from various units.

• Approval of August financials
• Approval of August BHS minutes
• Falsification policy discussion
• Staff reports from Adult Services, Assistance Payments, Child Welfare, and Family Resource Center

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public meeting on September 17, 2024. Commissioners will approve the agenda, consent items, and several action items including a special event liquor license for Panadero Ski Corp., a marketing grant application, a printer lease for the community center, and an overtime pay request for the jail. An executive session will be held to receive legal advice from a county attorney regarding the Solano v. Newman appeal.

• Special Event Liquor License for Panadero Ski Corp.
• CTO Marketing Grant Approval to Apply
• Community Center Printer Lease
• Request for Overtime Pay for the Jail
• Executive session for legal advice on Solano v. Newman appeal

The Board of County Commissioners approved a $45,112.00 marketing grant application and overtime pay for detention staff. Other actions included approving a special event liquor license and a printer lease for the Community Center.

• Approved $45,112.00 CTO marketing grant application (3-0)
• Approved overtime pay for detention staff from 9/8/24 to 12/31/24 (3-0)
• Approved special event liquor license for Panadero Ski Corp. (3-0)
• Approved Community Center printer lease (3-0)
• Approved $890.00 abatement #24-18 for Joeseph R. Wintersiek (3-0)
• Approved hire of Gabriella Jones as Admin (3-0)

Huerfano County Tourism Board

The Huerfano County Tourism Board will discuss the 2025 budget draft proposal and review 2025 CTO marketing grant applications. The board will also review financial reports and discuss billboards and collaboration with Wheelhouse.

• 2025 HCTB Budget Draft Proposal
• 2025 CTO Marketing Grant Application Review
• Discussion regarding billboards
• Collaboration between Wheelhouse and HCTB
• Review of August 2024 Placer Monthly Civic Report

Board of County Commissioners

The Huerfano County Board of Commissioners will approve the meeting agenda and consent items, including minutes, compensation payouts, and new hires. Commissioners will discuss land use matters and several action items such as an amended HC CORA policy resolution, a vendor run, a purchase order, and a Region 19 Opioid Board mini‑grant agreement. The meeting also includes public comment, appointments, staff reports, and an executive session.

• Resolution 24-38 to amend HC CORA policy
• Region 19 Opioid Board Mini‑Grant Agreement
• Statewide Internet Portal Authority Government Grants Acceptance Award
• PO 297 Spatialist (purchase order)
• September 11, 2024 Vendor Run

The Board approved several action items, including Resolution #24-38 amending the county's CORA policy to increase fees, a vendor run of $97,095.63, a $6,000 purchase order for Spatialist Inc., a Region 19 Opioid Board mini-grant agreement, and appointment of Commissioner Sporleder to the CCI legislative committee. The board also accepted a $198,440 Statewide Internet Portal Authority award. All votes were unanimous (3-0).

• Approved Resolution #24-38 amending CORA policy to increase fees (3-0)
• Approved September 11, 2024 vendor run for $97,095.63 (3-0)
• Approved PO #297 for Spatialist Inc. for $6,000 annual property portal fee (3-0)
• Approved Region 19 Opioid Board Mini-Grant Agreement (3-0)
• Appointed Commissioner Sporleder to CCI legislative committee, Wardell as alternate (3-0)
• Accepted Statewide Internet Portal Authority award of $198,440 (3-0)

Huerfano County Building Authority Board

The Huerfano County Building Authority Board will review minutes from August 1, 2024, and discuss updates for three construction projects: Smith Noordik Construction, Timberline Custom Builders, and Spanish Peaks Inn. The board will also discuss plumbing and gas information.

• Review minutes from August 1, 2024
• Smith Noordik Construction BP 24-111
• Timberline Custom Builders update
• Spanish Peaks Inn update
• J&O Roofing update

Board of County Commissioners

The Huerfano County Board of Commissioners will approve the meeting agenda and consent agenda items, including minutes from August meetings. Commissioners will discuss appointments for the Majors Ranch Firewise program. The board will review a bulk water permit application for Jose Merida and John McAninich and several purchase orders for county services. An executive session will address Thorne Ranch water‑rights negotiations with HCWCD.

• Bulk Water Permit Application for Jose Merida and John McAninich
• PO 289 for Colorado Rhino Plumbing
• PO 290 Urban Atelier for Strong Communities Grant
• PO 292 for Municipal Police Consultants
• PO 293 for J's Storage Containers

The Huerfano County Board of Commissioners approved meeting minutes, a bulk water permit for Jose Merida and John McAninich, and multiple purchase orders including payments for Colorado Rhino Plumbing, Urban Atelier, and Municipal Police Consultants. The board also approved the August 28th vendor run, training requests, a credit card limit increase for the Department of Human Services, and letters of support for Crossroads' Turning Points and the Museum of Friends. Additionally, the board held an executive session regarding Thorne Ranch water rights negotiations.

• Approved meeting minutes from August 13th and August 20th
• Approved Bulk Water Permit #24-0007 for Jose Merida and John McAninich
• Approved PO #289 for Colorado Rhino Plumbing in the amount of $12,915
• Approved PO #290 for Urban Atelier for Strong Communities Grant not to exceed $9,000
• Approved PO #292 for Municipal Police Consultants not to exceed $52,000
• Approved PO #293 for J's Storage Containers in the amount of $4,400.29 for Gardner Community Center
• Approved PO #294 for BH2 Land Surveying in the amount of $8,000
• Approved August 28th 2024 vendor run in the amount of $352,040.76

Board of Human Services

The Board of Human Services will approve July minutes and financials, award contracts for FEM Services and Therapeutic Visit Services, and re-appoint a Veterans Service Officer.

• Approval of July minutes and financials
• Contract: FEM Services
• Contract: Therapeutic Visit Services
• VSO Re-Appointment
• Discussion on staffing and budgeting

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a special meeting to take action on the 2024 Abstract of Assessment Roll. The agenda also includes a road and bridge workshop and an executive session for legal advice from the County Attorney.

• Action item: 2024 Abstract of Assessment Roll
• Road and Bridge Workshop
• Executive session for legal advice from County Attorney

The Board of County Commissioners held a special meeting and approved the 2024 Abstract of Assessment Roll unanimously. The board also entered executive session for legal advice and adjourned. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved 2024 Abstract of Assessment Roll (3-0)
• Entered executive session for legal advice (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 11:22 AM (3-0)

Huerfano County Tourism Board

The Tourism Board will review financial reports, including sales and lodging tax trends, and approve August 2024 bill payments. The board is also discussing 2025 budget preparations and a Fall 2024 CTO marketing grant.

• August 2024 bill payments
• 2025 budget preparation
• CTO Marketing Grant Fall 2024
• Update on Signs by Scott
• Fruita Colorado Welcome Center Study Trip update

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding the Gardner Public Improvement District Sewer Project. The meeting includes votes on internal control policies, an organizational chart, and software agreements for the County Assessor and Treasurer.

• Public Hearing: Gardner Public Improvement District Sewer Project
• Avenu Enterprise Solutions software agreement for County Assessor and County Treasurer
• Resolution 24-37 - Internal Controls Policy
• Resolution 24-36 - Revised Organizational Chart
• Bulk Water Permit 24-06 for Von Boeckman

The Board of County Commissioners approved the consent agenda, including personnel changes and tax abatements, and passed several resolutions and purchase orders. They also approved a letter of support and donation for the Museum of Friends, contingent on the county budget being finalized, and authorized applications for grant technical assistance.

• Approved consent agenda including personnel actions and tax abatements (3-0)
• Approved letter of support and donation for Museum of Friends after budget finalized (3-0)
• Approved Bulk Water Permit #24-06 for Von Boeckman (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #24-36 Revised Organizational Chart (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #24-37 Internal Controls Policy (3-0)
• Approved ARPA funds for housing authority (3-0)
• Approved August 2024 Vendor Run of $299,741.19 (3-0)
• Approved purchase orders for CivicPlus, Convergint cameras, and access control totaling $93,177.68 (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to address grant acceptance and budget planning. The session includes a review of the 2025 Budget Guidelines Memo and the DHS Core Services Plan.

• HAVA Grant Acceptance
• 2025 Budget Guidelines Memo
• DHS Core Services Plan
• Executive session regarding DHS County Attorney Update and Organizational Structure

The Board approved acceptance of a $73,183.72 HAVA grant with a $29,271.44 county match, authorizing the County Clerk to sign. They also approved the 2025 Budget Guidelines Memo, which prohibits posting new open positions until after October. A motion was passed to review the DHS Core Services Plan by August 13, with the Chairman authorized to sign in emergencies. An executive session was held for legal advice, but no decisions were made.

• Approved HAVA Grant Acceptance of $73,183.72 with $29,271.44 county match (3-0)
• Approved 2025 Budget Guidelines Memo with no new open positions until after October (3-0)
• Approved review of DHS Core Services Plan by 8/13/24, Chairman authorized to sign in emergency (3-0)
• Held executive session for legal advice; no decisions made

Huerfano County Building Authority Board

The Huerfano County Building Authority Board will review the BP 20-087 Moen building permit renewal. The meeting will also receive updates on J&O, Spanish Peaks Inn, and Timberline Custom Builders. Additional items include appointments and routine procedural business.

• BP 20-087 Moen building permit renewal
• J&O update
• Spanish Peaks Inn update
• Timberline Custom Builders update
• Appointments

The Huerfano County Building Authority Board approved a 36-month suspension of contractor licensing for Timberline Custom Builders and its owner Shawn Moyers after a public hearing where the contractor was absent. The board also placed Huerfano County and Strickler Services on six-month provisional contractor licenses, and extended a building permit for BP 20-087 Moen by 12 months. Minutes from July 18 were accepted unanimously.

• Approved 36-month contractor license ban for Timberline Custom Builders and Shawn Moyers (unanimous)
• Approved 12-month extension of building permit BP 20-087 Moen (3-0, 1 abstention)
• Placed Huerfano County on 6-month provisional contractor license (3-0, 1 abstention)
• Placed Strickler Services on 6-month provisional contractor license (3-0, 1 abstention)
• Directed asbestos company Adept to hire demolition contractor by Aug 14, 2024 (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Huerfano County Board of Commissioners will discuss three action items. They will review a 2024 Elections Intergovernmental Agreement with the City of Walsenburg, decide whether to approve applying for an Energy Impact Grant, and consider a Letter of Agreement for the South Main Industrial Park. The meeting also includes public workshops and agenda approval.

• 2024 Elections Intergovernmental Agreement – City of Walsenburg
• Energy Impact Grant approval to apply
• South Main Industrial Park Letter of Agreement

The Board of County Commissioners held a special meeting and unanimously approved three action items: an intergovernmental agreement with the City of Walsenburg for the November 2024 election, an application for an Energy Impact Grant of $195,000 with a matching amount, and a letter of agreement for the South Main Industrial Park. All motions passed with a 3-0 vote.

• Approved 2024 Elections IGA with City of Walsenburg (3-0)
• Approved Energy Impact Grant application for $195,000 with $195,000 match (3-0)
• Approved South Main Industrial Park Letter of Agreement (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Huerfano County Board of Commissioners will consider routine agenda items, including approval of minutes and personnel actions. They will discuss land‑use permits such as a bulk water permit and a ROW permit, and vote on several resolutions, notably authorizing a new account. Additional items include a grant acceptance, vendor run, and requests for sheriff overtime and special compensation.

• Resolution - New Account Authorized
• Resolution - Commissioner Liaison Responsibilities
• LU 23-040 Dos Sueños Plat Amendment
• GPID Bulk Water Permit Alder and Fourtney
• July 2024 Vendor Run

The Board of County Commissioners approved all agenda items unanimously, including a $230,488.37 vendor run, several land use permits, and resolutions for bank accounts and liaison responsibilities. They also approved overtime and comp time payouts for sheriff's office staff, and a $25,000 GIS work order.

• Approved consent agenda including abatements, personnel actions, and pay increases (3-0)
• Approved GPID Bulk Water Permit 24-0005 for James Alder and Sharon Fourtney (3-0)
• Approved water and sewer tap for Barbra Galvez with waived fee (3-0)
• Approved ROW Permit #24-004 for Jade Communications (3-0)
• Approved Land Use Permit #23-040 for Dos Sueños Plat Amendment (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #24-34 designating county fund depositories (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #24-35 appointing commissioner liaison responsibilities (3-0)
• Approved July 2024 vendor run in the amount of $230,488.37 (3-0)

Huerfano County Building Authority Board

The Huerfano County Building Authority Board will meet to discuss new business and provide updates on several ongoing projects. The board is scheduled to review a specific alternative build and a contractor's license refund.

• BP-24-101 Fortney-Alder Alternative Build
• Carolyn Youngers-Contractor's License Refund
• Spanish Peaks Inn update
• J & O Roofing update
• Timberline Custom Builders update

The Huerfano County Building Authority Board approved an alternative building plan (BP-24-101) for Fortney-Alder, contingent on state oversight of plumbing and electrical permits. They also approved a $200 contractor's license refund for a widow, but not the $25 renewal fee. Updates were given on several ongoing issues, and a motion to close out a permit for Keith Parsons failed.

• Approved BP-24-101 Fortney-Alder alternative build, with state oversight of plumbing/electrical (unanimous)
• Approved $200 contractor's license refund, denied $25 renewal fee (unanimous)
• Approved motion to require Spanish Peaks Inn to keep building department updated and request state asbestos inspection (unanimous)
• Motion to allow Keith Parsons to request foundation inspection died (no second)
• Motion to close out Parsons' permit and require new application failed (2-1, 1 abstention)

Board of County Commissioners

The Huerfano County Board of County Commissioners is holding a special meeting to discuss various items, including an executive session with the County Attorney. The agenda is mostly procedural, with no major decisions or discussions listed.

The Board of County Commissioners met for a special session to receive legal advice from the County Attorney. No substantive decisions were made during or after the executive session.

• Approved the meeting agenda (3-0)
• Approved entering executive session for legal advice under C.R.S. §24-6-402(4)(b) (3-0)

Board of Human Services

The Board of Human Services will meet to approve minutes and financial reports from June. The body will also receive staff reports from several service units.

• Approval of June meeting minutes
• Approval of June financials
• Staff reports from Adult Services, Assistance Payments Unit, Child Welfare Unit, and Family Resource Center

Planning Commission

The Huerfano County Planning Commission will meet to review meeting minutes and address old business regarding plat amendment LU 23-040 BH2. No new business or specific discussions are listed on the agenda. A Comprehensive Plan workshop is scheduled to follow adjournment.

• LU 23-040 Plat Amendment BH2

Huerfano County Tourism Board

The board will review updated fund statements, balance sheets, and sales and lodging tax trends. Members will also hear reports from AdPro and the Huerfano County Chamber of Commerce. Discussion items include the La Veta Creative District and board member recruitment.

• Review of sales and lodging tax trends
• AdPro and Chamber of Commerce reports
• Spanish Peaks Outdoor Coalition update
• La Veta Creative District discussion
• HCTB board member recruitment

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will elect a Board Chair and swear in Mitchell Wardell as County Commissioner. The agenda includes resolutions regarding firearms in county facilities and ambulance regulations. The board will also consider several purchase orders and personnel changes.

• Resolution 24-31 regarding firearms in county facilities
• Resolution 24-32 to amend ambulance regulations
• Bulk water application for Nina Elder
• Purchase orders for Skyline Steel, Pueblo Brake and Clutch, and DR Power Equipment
• Swearing in of Mitchell Wardell as County Commissioner

The Board swore in Commissioner Mitchell Wardell and elected Arica Andreatta as Chairman and Karl Sporleder as Vice Chairman. The Board approved resolutions regarding firearms in government buildings, ambulance service authorizations, and county fund depositories. Several purchase orders for equipment and infrastructure were also approved.

• Appointed Arica Andreatta as Board Chairman (3-0)
• Appointed Karl Sporleder as Vice Chairman (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #24-31 permitting lawful possession of firearms in government buildings (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #24-32 establishing local authorization procedures for ambulance services (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #24-33 designating county fund depositories (3-0)
• Approved $2,265.00 purchase order for Skyline Steel box culvert on County road 104 (3-0)
• Approved $4,930.14 purchase order for Pueblo Brake and Clutch injectors (3-0)
• Approved $3,999.99 purchase order for DR Power Equipment field and brush mower (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider land use decisions for Focus Buds and Mace Campground. The agenda includes resolutions regarding county property naming and the transfer of Huajatolla Canyon. The board will also address various professional service agreements and grant-related items.

• Decisions on land use applications for Focus Buds and Mace Campground
• Resolution 24-28 regarding County Property Naming Policy
• Resolution 24-29 regarding Huajatolla Canyon Intent to Transfer
• Professional service agreements for the Sheriff's Department and Dispatch
• Purchase order for a boiler for the jail

The provided document for the Huerfano County Board of County Commissioners meeting on June 25, 2024, contains only boilerplate Docusign envelope identifiers. No substantive actions, votes, or decisions are recorded in the text.

• No decisions recorded

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a special meeting to address personnel changes and security matters. The agenda includes a resignation and a new hire for the Huerfano County Sheriff's Office. Additionally, the board will enter an executive session regarding phishing and financial security.

• Mathius De La Torre resignation (HCSO)
• Victoria Sanchez new hire (HCSO)
• Tim Pacheco sick leave donation
• Executive session on phishing and financial security

Board of Human Services

The Board of Human Services will review May meeting minutes and financial reports. The agenda also includes action items for several Family Resource Center contracts and a CMA agreement between Las Animas and Huerfano counties.

• Review of May financials
• FRC Contract: La Veta RE-1
• FRC Contract: Huerfano RE-1 Truancy
• FRC Contract: Health Department Peer Recovery
• Las Animas/Huerfano CMA Agreement

Planning Commission

The commission will review minutes from the April 25, 2024 meeting. The agenda includes a plat correction and amendment for Maria Lake. A Comprehensive Plan workshop is scheduled to follow adjournment.

• LU 24-012 Plat Correction/Amendment - Maria Lake

The Planning Commission approved the minutes from the April 25, 2024 meeting. The commission also voted to recommend the approval of a plat correction/amendment for Maria Lake to the Board of County Commissioners.

• Approved April 25, 2024 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Recommended approval of LU 24-012 Plat Correction/Amendment - Maria Lake to BOCC (4-0, 1 abstention)

Huerfano County Tourism Board

The Huerfano County Tourism Board will review financial reports, including fund statements and sales and lodging tax trends. The agenda also includes partner updates and discussions regarding Placer.ai and the Spanish Peaks Outdoor Coalition.

• Review of sales and lodging tax trends
• Discussion regarding Placer.ai
• Report from Colorado Welcome Center - Fruita
• New business regarding Spanish Peaks Outdoor Coalition

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing and vote on a marijuana license for Focus Buds. The agenda also includes resolutions regarding ambulance services, immigration priorities, and the establishment of the Gardner Public Improvement District.

• Decision on marijuana license for Focus Buds
• Resolution 24-25 confirming establishment of the Gardner Public Improvement District
• Second reading of Ordinance 24-01 regarding illegal dumping
• Resolution 24-26 regarding ambulance services
• Huerfano River Bridge Project Overmatch Commitment

The provided document contains only Docusign envelope identifiers. No meeting minutes, discussions, or decisions were recorded in the supplied text.

Huerfano County Building Authority Board

The June 6, 2024, meeting includes a review of May 16 minutes and lists several names under new and old business. The provided agenda does not specify the nature of these items or any intended actions.

• Review of May 16, 2024 minutes

The Board approved a foundation permit for an alternative build and a building permit for Everything Evergreen. A one-year extension was granted for permit BP 20-056, and a remodel application process was outlined for Mr. Tanner.

• Approved May 16, 2024 minutes (3-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved foundation permit for Michelle Glenn alternative build (unanimous)
• Approved Building Permit BP 24-067 for Everything Evergreen pending $398.18 fee (unanimous)
• Approved one-year extension for BP 20-056 with six-month progress update
• Approved allowing Mr. Tanner to apply for a remodel permit under 2015 I.R.C. codes pending engineer report

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will consider several personnel actions including transfers, rehires, promotions, and resignations. An executive session is also scheduled regarding the DHS Director contract.

• Rodney Smircich position transfer (R&B)
• Francisco Lantis rehire (HCSO)
• Spencer Butler promotion and bonus (HCSO)
• Tyler Martin resignation (HCSO)
• Executive session regarding Heather Wellman, DHS Director Contract

The Huerfano County Board of Commissioners approved a consent agenda containing four personnel actions, including a position transfer, a rehire, a promotion with bonus, and a resignation. The board also voted to enter an executive session to discuss a contract with Heather Wellman, the DHS Director. Chairman Galusha stated that no decisions would be made during or after this closed session.

• Agenda approved (3-0)
• Consent agenda approved (3-0)
• Rodney Smircich position transfer approved
• Francisco Lantis rehire approved
• Spencer Butler promotion and bonus approved
• Tyler Martin resignation accepted
• Executive session for DHS Director contract approved (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider several grant acceptances and applications, including the Strong Communities Planning Grant and Help America Vote Act. The meeting includes voting on professional service agreements for the Sheriff's Office and DSS, as well as a special event permit for Panadero Ski Corp.

• Acceptance of Colorado Justice Assistance Grant and Strong Communities Planning Grant
• Professional service agreements for Dee Lyons, Celia Salazar, Natasha Reifschnieder, Nancy Winsor, and Caitlyn Young
• Panadero Ski Corp. Special Event Permit
• Grant application approvals for Help America Vote Act and Local Planning Capacity
• Resolution to adopt a roadway

The Board approved several professional service agreements for the Sheriff's Office and Department of Social Services. They accepted two DOLA grants for community planning and housing. Chairman John Galusha announced his intent to resign effective July 3, 2024.

• Accepted $126,000 DOLA Strong Communities Planning Grant (3-0)
• Approved $116,000 DOLA Local Planning Capacity Grant with $20,000 county match (3-0)
• Approved $2,196.30 one-time and $634 monthly phone system for DSS (3-0)
• Approved healthcare service agreements for Dee Lyons and Celia Salazar (3-0)
• Approved employment contracts for Natasha Reifschnieder and Nancy Winsor (3-0)
• Approved legal counsel agreement for Caitlin A. Young, Esq. (3-0)
• Appointed Frank Kirkpatrick to Huerfano County Building Authority (3-0)
• Tabled Resolution #24-23 (Adopt a Roadway) and Blanca Morales merit increase (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a special meeting to enter an executive session. The session is for a conference with a County Attorney regarding human resources management.

• Executive session for legal advice on human resources management

Board of Human Services

The Board of Human Services will meet to approve financial reports and several contracts. The board is also reviewing staff promotions, retirements, and a resignation.

• Contract approval for Crossroads
• Approval of DHS Director Contract
• Approval of Interim Attorney Contract
• Promotion of Krista Cordova to Caseworker I
• Resignation of Lisa Powell-DeJong

Planning Commission

The Board of Adjustment is meeting to discuss old and new business regarding a variance request from Michelle Glenn. The meeting also includes the reading of the April 8, 2024 minutes.

• Variance request from Michelle Glenn

Huerfano County Tourism Board

The Tourism Board is holding a special meeting to review financial reports and process bill payments. The board will also coordinate preparations for a community meeting scheduled for May 22.

• Financial report review
• Bill payment processing
• AdPro report
• Preparation for May 22 community meeting

The board met for a special session to review a presentation for an upcoming community meeting and discuss collaboration with the Chamber. No formal votes on financial reports or bill payments were recorded in the minutes.

• Reviewed AdPro presentation for May 22 community meeting

Huerfano County Building Authority Board

The Huerfano County Building Authority Board will meet to review building permits and conduct six-month reviews for specific projects. The board will also discuss items related to Timberline, Patel, and Maria Lake.

• Building Permits 14-115 and 17-039 (Tanner)
• 6 Month Review for project 20-069 (Keith Parsons)
• 6 Month Review for project 17-145 (Chris Morales)
• Discussion regarding Timberline
• Discussion regarding Patel and Maria Lake

The Huerfano County Building Authority Board approved minutes as written and took action on several building permit matters. The board voted unanimously to require cleanup of the Patel site within 10 days starting May 17, 2024, and a six-foot barrier fence at least 10 feet from the buildings within 14 days, with the matter returning June 6, 2024. The board also unanimously required two commercial building permits and inspection before the hotel condemnation is released, tabled two Tanner building permits for onsite inspection, extended Chris Morales's permit for six months, and directed staff to research possible litigation delays on Keith Parsons's permit.

• Approved April 18, 2024 minutes as written (unanimous)
• Tabled Tanner building permits 14-115 and 17-039 for onsite inspection and code review
• Approved Patel site cleanup within 10 days starting May 17, 2024, and six-foot barrier fence at least 10 feet from buildings within 14 days (unanimous)
• Approved requiring two commercial building permits and inspection before releasing hotel condemnation (unanimous)
• Directed staff to research with attorneys whether litigation delays Keith Parsons's building permit 20-069 (3-0, Mary Norby recused)
• Extended Chris Morales building permit 17-145 for six months (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review several land use amendments and action items. Discussion includes a new illegal dumping ordinance, roadway program adoption, and various project updates.

• LU 23-042 Walsenburg Faris Plat Amendment
• LU 22-054 Hotaling Map Amendment and Vacation
• LU 24-008 Mace Campground
• LU 20-027 Vacate CR 565
• Ordinance 24-01 - Amended and Restated Illegal Dumping Ordinance

The provided document contains only repeated DocuSign envelope identifiers and no text describing meeting proceedings, motions, votes, or discussions. Consequently, no decisions, approvals, or actions can be reported from this source.

• No substantive decisions recorded in source

Planning Commission

The Huerfano County Planning Commission is holding a workshop to review the Draft Comprehensive Plan. No other items are listed for decision or discussion.

• Review of Draft Comprehensive Plan

Huerfano County Tourism Board

The Tourism Board will meet to review fund statements and sales and lodging tax trends. The body is scheduled to ratify contracts for Placer.ai and the Scenic Highway of Legends membership.

• Placer.ai Contract Ratification
• Scenic Highway of Legends Membership Ratification
• May 2024 Bill Payment
• Stephanie Thomsen Resignation from Tourism Board
• Colorado Welcome Center - Fruita Collaboration

The Huerfano County Tourism Board unanimously accepted Stephanie Thomsen's resignation from the board. The board also unanimously approved May 2024 bill payments and ratified contracts for Placer.ai and Scenic Highway of Legends membership. Additionally, the board decided not to pursue the Destination Blueprint program this year and approved a plan to host Colorado Welcome Center Fruita volunteers in September.

• Approved May 2024 bill payments (unanimous)
• Ratified Placer.ai contract (unanimous)
• Ratified Scenic Highway of Legends membership (unanimous)
• Accepted Stephanie Thomsen's resignation (unanimous)
• Decided not to pursue Destination Blueprint program
• Approved hosting Colorado Welcome Center Fruita volunteers in September
• Approved creation of new SPC Facebook page
• Approved $410 credit to May invoice for paid search issues

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review new hires and seasonal labor agreements. The body will also consider grant extension requests and hold an executive session regarding county water rights.

• New hires for HCSO, Clerk and Recorder, and Road and Bridge
• Seasonal Labor Agreements for Art Cruz, Art Martinez, and James Sharpe
• Innovative Housing Opportunity Planning Grant extension request
• Rural Economic Development Initiative Grant extension request
• Executive session on County Water Rights - Change of Use

The Board of County Commissioners held a special meeting on May 7, 2024. It approved an amended agenda removing Juan Ramos from the consent agenda, then approved the consent agenda without that item. The board approved two proclamations: Correctional Officers' Week (May 5-11, 2024) and Peace Officers' Week (May 12-18, 2024). It also voted to enter executive session for legal advice on county water rights change of use, then adjourned at 10:56 AM.

• Approved amended agenda removing Juan Ramos from consent agenda (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda as presented, excluding item C (Juan Ramos) (3-0)
• Approved Proclamation #24-02 Correctional Officers' Week May 5-11, 2024 (3-0)
• Approved Proclamation #24-03 Peace Officers' Week May 12-18, 2024 (3-0)
• Approved executive session for legal advice on County Water Rights - Change of Use (3-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing and take action regarding the Malachite RV Park. The commission will also hold a workshop to review the Draft Comprehensive Plan.

• Public hearing and action item for Malachite RV Park
• Workshop for Draft Comprehensive Plan Review
• Discussion of Planning Commission Meeting Schedule

Huerfano County Building Authority Board

The Huerfano County Building Authority Board is meeting to review new and old business regarding specific construction projects. The board will discuss a proposed Earthship home and the Maria Lake Subdivision.

• New business: Riedel- Earthship home
• Discussion: Maria Lake Subdivision
• Old business: J & O Roofing
• Old business: Patel
• Old business: Timberline, Valley Wide Construction, and Driscoll

The board approved the plans and inspections for the Riedel Earthship home. It also directed staff to enforce a 10-day deadline for a security fence at the Spanish Peaks Inn property.

• Approved March 21, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved pending complete plans and state and county inspections for Riedel Earthship home (unanimous)
• Directed staff to notify Patel of Spanish Peaks Inn to install a security fence within 10 days of April 19, 2024, or the county will install it at the owner's cost

Board of Human Services

The Board will review and approve the March minutes and financial reports. Action items include discussions regarding a drug testing policy and contract, as well as an attorney contract for HCDHS.

• Drug Testing Policy and Contract
• HCDSD Attorney Contract
• March Financial Reports Approval

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to act on personnel resignations and new hires. The agenda includes a change order for the Courthouse East Front Masonry Project and a one-month overtime request for the Sheriff's Office.

• Resignations of Laurie Terry and Taylor Wheeler
• New hires of Mathius De La Torre and Jessica Espinoza
• Courthouse East Front Masonry Project railing change order
• Sheriff's Office one-month overtime request
• Letters of support for San Isabel Electric Grid Resilience and Huerfano Community Corporation CDS

The Huerfano County Board of County Commissioners held a special meeting on April 16, 2024, and approved all items on its agenda. Actions included a $14,760.00 cost proposal from Mountain Masonry for a railing change order on the Courthouse East Front Masonry Project, a sheriff's office overtime request not to exceed $10,000.00, and letters of support for San Isabel Electric and Huerfano Community Corporation. The board also approved Proclamation #24-01 for National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week and a consent agenda that included two resignations and two new hires. All votes were 3-0, and no executive session was held.

• Approved agenda as presented (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda with Laurie Terry and Taylor Wheeler resignations and Mathius De La Torre and Jessica Espinoza new hires (3-0)
• Approved Proclamation #24-01 for National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week (3-0)
• Approved Mountain Masonry cost proposal of $14,760.00 for Courthouse East Front Masonry Project railing change order (3-0)
• Approved San Isabel Electric Grid Resilience letter of support (3-0)
• Approved Huerfano Community Corporation CDS letter of support (3-0)
• Approved Sheriff's Office overtime request not to exceed $10,000.00 (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 10:11 AM (3-0)

Planning Commission

The commission will conduct a workshop regarding the Draft Comprehensive Plan Review. The public meeting includes a hearing for the vacation of County Road 565 and an action item for a plat amendment.

• Draft Comprehensive Plan Review workshop
• Public hearing for 20-27 Vacation of County Road 565
• Action item for 23-42 Plat Amendment - Faris/Walsenburg

The Huerfano County Planning Commission approved the vacation of County Road 565, subject to a condition that Kosgove Ranch and emergency personnel have access through a recorded easement. The vote was 5-0. The Commission also voted 5-0 to recommend approval of the Faris/Walsenburg Plat Amendment (23-42). Minutes from the March 28, 2024 meeting were approved 4-0, with one abstention.

• Approved vacation of County Road 565, conditioned on recorded easement access for Kosgove Ranch and emergency personnel (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Faris/Walsenburg Plat Amendment 23-42 (5-0)
• Approved March 28, 2024 meeting minutes as presented (4-0, 1 abstention)

Huerfano County Tourism Board

The Tourism Board will review financial reports and approve April 2024 bill payments. The meeting includes reports from the Huerfano County Chamber of Commerce and the Scenic Highway of Legends.

• Resolution 24-04-TB April 2024 Bill Payment
• Placer.ai Contract Proposal
• Lathrop State Park Ribbon Cutting report
• Scenic Highway of Legends report
• Gravel Adventures Social Ride discussion

The board approved $4,837 in bill payments and voted to continue its membership with the Scenic Highway of Legends. Members also moved to engage Placer.ai for a pilot program and trial contract.

• Approved March 13, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved $4,837 in April 2024 bill payments (unanimous)
• Approved engagement with Placer.ai for a pilot program and trial contract
• Approved continuation of Scenic Highway of Legends board membership

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider updates to the Land Use Code and various operational agreements. The meeting includes discussions on grant applications for court security and accessibility, as well as a hearing regarding the Gardner Public Improvement District.

• Resolution to update Section 7 of the Land Use Code
• RFP 2024-01 Award Recommendation for Floodplain Management
• PO 237 for Gardner Community Center Vault Toilet
• Prisoner Transport Van Lease Agreement
• Law Enforcement Center HVAC Project

The Board of County Commissioners approved updates to the Land Use Code and several operational agreements, including waste transfer and prisoner transport. The board also authorized grant applications for court security and accessibility compliance.

• Approved Resolution #24-20 to update Section 7 of the Land Use Code (3-0)
• Approved first Amendment to Waste Transfer Station Agreement with Mountain Disposal (3-0)
• Approved 1-month extension to Cuchara Mountain Park Operating Agreement (3-0)
• Approved application for $73,355 FY25 Court Security Cash Grant (3-0)
• Approved application for Accessibility Compliance Grant Software Grant (3-0)
• Approved up to $5,000 match for Colorado Parks and Wildlife Regional Partnerships (3-0)
• Awarded Floodplain Management contract to Safebuilt Floodplain Management (3-0)
• Approved $58,707 prisoner transport van lease agreement (3-0)

Planning Commission

The Board of Adjustment will meet to elect a Chairperson and conduct a public hearing regarding the Appel variance. The board will also review minutes from September 7, 2023.

• Election of Chairperson
• Appel Variance public hearing

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a workshop to review the Draft Comprehensive Plan. The public meeting includes a discussion regarding a plat amendment for Dos Sueños (LU-23-040).

• Draft Comprehensive Plan Review
• Dos Sueños (LU-23-040) Plat Amendment discussion

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider establishing an Opioid Settlement Fund and appointing Destry DeWolf to the Board of Adjustment. The meeting includes discussions on cannabis in Walsenburg and the revocation of a conditional use permit. The board will also review several letters of support for Congressionally Directed Spending.

• Resolution to Establish Opioid Settlement Fund
• Walsenburg Cannabis and Revocation of CUP 22-57
• HCSO Transport Lease Purchase Resolution and Agreement
• PO 234 Independence Day Fireworks
• Urban Atelier On-Call Planning Services Agreement

The Board of County Commissioners approved a monthly vendor run and several resolutions, including the creation of an Opioid Settlement Fund. The Board also authorized funding for a school competition team and initiated the revocation of a conditional use permit.

• Approved March 2024 Vendor Run for $266,340.56
• Approved Resolution #24-18 to establish Opioid Settlement Fund
• Approved $1,000 for Peakview School Destination Imagination Team
• Approved start of revocation process for CUP #22-57
• Approved Resolution #24-19 for HCSO Transport lease purchase (2-1)
• Approved $200,000 DOLA grant application for Law Enforcement Center HVAC
• Approved $5,970.23 for July 4th fireworks display
• Approved appointment of Destry DeWolf to Board of Adjustment

Huerfano County Building Authority Board

The Huerfano County Building Authority Board is reviewing several outstanding code issues and construction projects. The board is discussing enforcement actions and safety requirements for various local properties.

• Discussion of missing certificate of occupancy for Driscoll
• Code enforcement letters for Mountain View Solar and Sun Solar referred to the attorney
• Request for boarding and fencing at the abandoned Gardner motel for public safety
• Status updates on demolition and asbestos testing for Patel
• Contractor license renewal and permit fee reminders for J & O Roofing

The Board approved a Certificate of Occupancy for the Driscoll residence without penalty fees. It also required the Driscolls to obtain a building permit and pay a penalty for a barn. The Board directed an investigation into the licensing and permitting of a maintenance building at Maria Lake.

• Approved Certificate of Occupancy for Driscoll residence with no penalty fee (3-0, 1 abstain)
• Required Driscolls to pull building permit and pay penalty for barn (3-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved investigation into licensing and permits for Maria Lake maintenance building (unanimous)
• Approved February 15, 2024 minutes as amended

Board of Human Services

The Board of Human Services will meet to approve previous minutes and the January financial report. The board is scheduled to address a vehicle policy and a DHS attorney contract.

• January Financial Report
• Vehicle Policy
• DHS Attorney Contract

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is holding a workshop to interview four firms for on-call planning services. No other decisions or ordinances are listed on the agenda.

• Interview with Urban Atelier
• Interview with Community Planning Strategies
• Interview with SafeBuilt
• Interview with Cascade Environmental

Huerfano County Tourism Board

The Tourism Board will review financial reports and tax trends. The body is scheduled to discuss marketing co-op options and a data demo from Placer.ai.

• Grandote Golf Course billboard request update
• Gravel Guide May 4th Social Ride
• CTO Marketing Co-Op options
• Placer.ai data demo
• RTAP Community Workshop

The Board approved a plan for paid social media marketing through AdPro and allocated $700 for the Gravel Guide May 4th Social Ride. Members also discussed 2025 marketing co-op options and planned a community partner mini-conference for mid-May.

• Approved March 2024 bill payments (Unanimous)
• Approved paid social media plan through AdPro (Unanimous)
• Approved $700 for GAFG vinyl banners and event photography for May 4th Social Ride

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to address personnel resignations, new hires, and pay increases for sheriff deputies and jail officers. The body will also consider appointments to the La Veta Cemetery District and Federal Mineral Lease District.

• Pay increases for Sheriff Deputies and Jail Officers
• Appointment of Gary Bailey to La Veta Cemetery District
• Appointment of William Barlow to Federal Mineral Lease District
• Mountain Masonry Cost Proposal
• Cuchara Mountain Park Open Container Application

The Board of County Commissioners approved several expenditures, including courthouse stone restoration and economic development services. They also appointed members to the La Veta Cemetery District and Federal Mineral Lease District boards.

• Approved $12,188 Mountain Masonry proposal for courthouse stone column base footings
• Approved $20,000 Purchase Order #229 for Economic Development Services
• Approved $11,220 ESRI ArcGIS annual subscription renewal
• Appointed Gary Bailey to La Veta Cemetery District through Dec 31, 2025
• Appointed William Barlow to Federal Mineral Lease District Board through Dec 31, 2026
• Approved detention staff overtime payout from Feb 25 to Aug 24, 2024
• Approved consent agenda including sheriff and jail officer pay increases
• Approved consent agenda including Cuchara Mountain Park open container application

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to act on financial agreements and software renewals. The meeting includes an executive session for legal advice regarding a quiet title case.

• 2023 Cost Allocation Plan Agreement
• Revised 2023 Audit Engagement Letter
• PO 217 Brightly Smart Gov Renewal
• Executive session regarding JJH Property 3, LLC v. Huerfano County

The Board of County Commissioners approved the 2023 Cost Allocation Plan and a revised audit engagement letter. They also authorized a purchase order for a software renewal. The board entered an executive session for legal advice regarding a quiet title case.

• Approved 2023 Cost Allocation Plan for audit (3-0)
• Approved Revised 2023 Audit Engagement Letter (3-0)
• Approved PO 217 to Brightly Software for Smart Gov Renewal (3-0)
• Approved motion to enter Executive Session for legal advice on JJH Property 3, LLC v. Huerfano County (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to consider the establishment of a County Parks Board and review several land and lease agreements. The agenda includes approvals for grant applications and legal service agreements.

• Resolution 24-14 to Establish a County Parks Board
• Mountain Disposal Lease Agreement for Waste Transfer Station
• City of Walsenburg Law Enforcement Agreement Extension
• Shultz Law Office Legal Services Agreement
• Conservation Trust Fund Transfer for Walsenburg Golf Course

The Board approved a six-month law enforcement agreement with the City of Walsenburg and a February vendor run totaling $831,469.13. The commission also authorized several grant applications for housing and workforce resiliency and approved a five-year waste transfer station lease.

• Approved $831,469.13 February Vendor Run (3-0)
• Approved Law Enforcement Services agreement with City of Walsenburg for $67,816/month through June 30, 2024 (3-0)
• Approved 5-year Mountain Disposal Inc. lease for Waste Transfer Station (3-0)
• Approved Strong Communities Planning Grant application for up to $175,000 (3-0)
• Approved Workforce Resiliency Program Grant application for up to $75,000 (3-0)
• Approved $20,000 legal services contract with Nathan Shultz at $195/hr (3-0)
• Approved $4,500/year farming and grazing lease for Badito Ranch on the River (3-0)
• Tabled Resolution 24-14 to Establish a County Parks Board

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet to address land use items and regulatory discussions. The body is reviewing a plat amendment and a vacation request. Members will also discuss Section 7 regulations and a potential joint workshop with the BOCC.

• Dos Sueños- LU-23-040- Plat Amendment
• Rodriguez- 20-027- Vacation
• Section 7 Regulations discussion
• Proposed joint workshop with BOCC on Comprehensive Plan for March 19

Board of Human Services

The Board of Human Services will meet to approve the January 2024 minutes and a revision to the Civil Rights Policy. The board will also review financial reports for September through December 2023 and receive staff reports from various service units.

• Civil Rights Policy Revision
• Review of September, October, November, and December 2023 financials
• Staff reports from Assistance Payments, Child Welfare, Adult Services, and Family Resource Center units

Huerfano County Building Authority Board

The Huerfano County Building Authority Board will meet to review license renewals and project updates. The board is scheduled to discuss the condemnation of the Gardner Hotel.

• RC Concrete License Renewal
• Discussion on Gardner Hotel condemnation
• Updates on Sun Solar
• Updates on Mountain View Solar code letter
• Updates on Spanish Peaks Motel on Highway 160

The board unanimously required RC Concrete to submit all contractor license documents before returning for renewal. They also unanimously voted to send a code letter to Sun Solar regarding their license fee or refer the matter to the County Attorney. Updates were provided on various local construction projects, including a dispute over unpaid work at the Grandote Golf Course.

• Approved January 18, 2024 minutes (Jacque Sikes abstained)
• Required RC Concrete to submit license submittals before returning (unanimous)
• Directed code letter to Sun Solar regarding license fee or County Attorney referral (unanimous)
• Referred Mountain View Solar code letter to County Attorney
• Discussed condemnation and safety repairs for Gardner Hotel

Huerfano County Tourism Board

The Tourism Board is meeting to review fund statements, sales and lodging tax trends, and project updates. The body will consider a resolution for MailChimp access reimbursement.

• Resolution No. 24-02-TB for February MailChimp Access reimbursement
• SPC Website Launch update
• Gravel Adventures Social Ride scheduled for May 4th
• La Veta STR update
• OSO Cold Festival report

The board approved a resolution for February MailChimp reimbursement and discussed social media strategies with AdPro. Members reviewed reports on the OSO Cold Festival and planned a Gravel Adventures social ride for May 4th.

• Approved Resolution No. 24-02-TB for February MailChimp reimbursement
• Approved January 10, 2024 meeting minutes
• Committed to May 4th date for Gravel Adventures social ride starting at Walsenburg Mercantile

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review several action items including a Waste Transfer Station award recommendation and a retail liquor license renewal for Cuchara Spirits. The meeting includes personnel changes and a discussion on the Thorne Ranch sale in executive session.

• RFP 2023-11 Waste Transfer Station Award Recommendation
• Cuchara Spirits Retail Liquor License Renewal
• Resolution 24-14 Appointing Lenna Rauber to HC Planning Commission
• Gardner Broadband Project Letter of Support
• Executive session regarding Thorne Ranch Sale

The Board approved a contract for waste transfer operations and authorized several infrastructure and security expenditures. The commission also appointed a new member to the Planning Commission and approved a liquor license renewal.

• Awarded waste transfer operation RFP 2023-11 to Mountain Disposal
• Approved $111,937.67 for Judicial Center Security Grant (PO #206)
• Approved $19,264.00 for grader cutting edges from Wagner Equipment Company
• Approved 2023 audit engagement with Hinkle & Co not to exceed $20,000
• Appointed Lenna Rauber to HC Planning Commission through Dec 31, 2025
• Approved $5,000 for Golf Course fertilizer and sprinklers
• Approved $5,000 for 2024 Economic Development Allocation general operations
• Approved retail liquor license renewal for Cuchara Spirits LLC

Planning Commission

The Huerfano County Planning Commission is meeting to address specific land use actions and regulatory updates. The body will consider a plat amendment and two separate easement vacations.

• 23-040 Plat Amendment and Easement Vacation - BH2
• 23-047 Vacate Taylexcal
• Update on Section 7 Regulations
• Planning Request for Proposals discussion

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to process several staff resignations, layoffs, and promotions. The agenda also includes decisions on liquor license renewals, professional service agreements, and grant applications.

• Personnel actions including resignations for Cameron Gonzales and Maurice Cheeks
• Approval of Public Building Electrification Grant and WaterSMART Grant application
• Liquor license renewals for Four Seasons Bar and Grill, Tiny Inn, Dog Bar and Grill, and Walsenburg Golf Course
• Professional services agreements with Ehlers Public Finance Arbitrage Consulting and Northland Securities
• Recommendation for award of Badito Ranch on the River Ag Lease

The Board approved the development of conditions to transfer Cuchara Mountain Park back to the Cuchara Foundation by May 1, 2024. Other key actions included approving a $380,116.54 vendor run and extending the Walsenburg Law Enforcement Services Agreement.

• Approved transfer process for Cuchara Mountain Park to Cuchara Foundation (2-1)
• Approved $380,116.54 January 2024 Vendor Run (3-0)
• Approved Walsenburg Law Enforcement Services Agreement extension at $67,816/month (3-0)
• Approved $14,317 Google Workspace renewal (3-0)
• Approved $10,000 Northland Securities financial planning agreement (3-0)
• Approved $2,500 Ehlers Public Finance consulting agreement (3-0)
• Approved $45,000 WaterSMART grant application with $45,000 county match (3-0)
• Approved Department of Human Services salary restructuring including three layoffs (3-0)

Huerfano County Building Authority Board

The Board will review minutes from the December 7, 2023, meeting and hold nominations for Chairperson and Vice Chairperson. The agenda includes discussions regarding various building-related matters and permits.

• Nominations for Chairperson and Vice Chairperson
• Demolition Permit for Spanish Peaks Motel on Hwy 160
• Driscoll-Code Letter regarding non-permitted buildings
• Discussion of items including Onyx Creek Exteriors, Sun Solar, and J & O Roofing

The Board appointed a Chairperson and Vice Chairperson and accepted one resignation. The Board also voted to restrict new permits for J & O Roofing until a specific project is completed.

• Appointed Mary Norby as Chairperson (unanimous)
• Appointed Jacque Sikes as Vice Chairperson (unanimous)
• Accepted resignation of Rick Dunn and referred to BOCC (unanimous)
• Approved 2024 license renewal for J & O Roofing but barred new permits until Worley job is completed (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from December 7, 2023 (unanimous)

Board of Human Services

The Board will review staff reports from various units and consider several action items. These include reaffirming agreements for child care assistance and Colorado Works, as well as a contract with the Las Animas County Health Department.

• Promotion of Kyle Gomez to Caseworker I
• Reaffirmation of Memorandum of Understanding for Colorado Child Care Assistance Program
• Contract for continued services with Las Animas County Health Department
• Reaffirmation of Memorandum of Understanding for Colorado Works
• Executive session regarding DHS personnel and salary discussion

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a workshop and public meeting regarding staff updates and land use regulations. The commission is scheduled to take action on an update to the Section 7 Land Use Code.

• Action item: Section 7 Land Use Code Update
• Workshop: Planning Staffing Discussion
• Workshop: Section 7 Regulations

Huerfano County Tourism Board

The Board will conduct an election for the Board Chair and review updated fund statements and sales and lodging tax trends. The meeting includes updates on a website redesign and the upcoming launch of the Gravel Adventure Field Guide.

• Board Chair election
• Payment authorization for Schuster's Printing & AdPro via Resolution No. 24-01-TB
• Website redesign review
• Gravel Adventure Field Guide May 4th, 2024 launch party planning
• La Veta Short-Term Rental update

The Huerfano County Tourism Board met to conduct board elections and review financial reports. The board passed a resolution to authorize payments for Schuster's Printing and AdPro.

• Approved December 13, 2023 meeting minutes
• Passed Resolution No. 24-01-TB authorizing payments to Schuster's Printing & AdPro

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to discuss the 2024 budget presentation. Action items include adopting the annual budget, mill levy, and several board appointments.

• Resolution 24-02: Adopting Budget 2024
• Resolution 24-03: Mill Levy to Defray Costs 2024
• Resolution 24-04: Annual Appropriation 2024
• Reappointment of Lonnie Brown to Planning Commission
• Agreement between HC Assessor and ValueWest Inc

The Board of County Commissioners adopted the 2024 budget, mill levy, and annual appropriations for Huerfano County. The board also denied a bulk water permit request for a property in Gardner and approved several appointments to local boards and commissions. An executive session was held regarding the County Administrator contract, with no action taken during that session.

• Adopted 2024 County Budget (Resolution 24-02, 3-0)
• Set 2024 Mill Levy for general property taxes (Resolution 24-03, 3-0)
• Appropriated funds to various county agencies for 2024 (Resolution 24-04, 3-0)
• Denied Bulk Water Permit for Nicole Sudderth in Gardner (3-0)
• Approved Emergency Management Performance Grant application ($56,822.04 county match, 3-0)
• Extended Memorandum of Use for Cuchara Mountain Park with Panadero Ski Corp (3-0)
• Designated World Journal as official newspaper for legal notices (2-0, Sporleder abstained)
• Reappointed Lonnie Brown to Planning Commission (3-0)