Huerfano County public meetings in 2024
39 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
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)
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 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
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 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
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 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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