Merino public meetings in 2025
67 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Logan County Commissioners
The agenda for this work session consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific policy decisions, contracts, or public hearings are listed.
The board approved the December 16, 2025 work session minutes with a 3-0 vote. They signed the Colorado Department of Transportation HUTF report. The commissioners agreed to waive the Merino event fees for 2026 and will revisit the fees for 2027.
- Approved minutes from Dec 16, 2025 work session (3-0)
- Signed Colorado Department of Transportation HUTF report
- Waived Merino event fees for 2026
Logan County Commissioners
The Logan County Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss budget supplements and tax certifications. The body is considering a software upgrade for the Clerk and Recorder’s Office. The meeting also includes a review of the December 16, 2025, meeting minutes.
- Resolution 2025-36 to supplement budgets for Sheriff’s Department, Clerk and Recorder, Buildings and Grounds, and Ambulance Fund totaling $392,755
- Certification of Levies and Revenue for Tax Year 2025/Budget Year 2026
- Software as a Service Agreement with Tyler Technologies, Inc. for Clerk and Recorder’s Office recording software upgrade (grant-funded)
The Logan County Board approved the minutes of the December 16, 2025 meeting. It adopted Resolution 2025-36, adding $392,755 to the General Fund budgets for several departments. The board certified the levies and revenue for Tax Year 2025/Budget Year 2026. It also approved a software‑as‑a‑service agreement with Tyler Technologies for a clerk and recorder recording‑software upgrade funded by a grant. All motions passed 3‑0.
- Approved December 16 minutes (3-0)
- Approved Resolution 2025-36 adding $392,755 to department budgets (3-0)
- Approved Certification of Levies and Revenue for Tax Year 2025/Budget Year 2026 (3-0)
- Approved SaaS agreement with Tyler Technologies for clerk/recorder software upgrade (3-0)
Logan County Commissioners
The Logan County Board of Commissioners will consider approving the vacation of a subdivision plat and amendments to subdivision regulations. The board will also approve funding for the Logan County Lodging Tax Board and a credit card processing agreement.
- Vacation of Subdivision Exemption Plat No. 2001-03
- Amendment to Resolution 1995-73 to correct legal description
- Approval of Colorado Life Advertising ($3,375.00)
- Approval of 2026 Visitor Center Budget ($12,000.00)
- Agreement with Fiserve for credit card processing
The Logan County Board of Commissioners approved the consent agenda unanimously. They also approved Resolution 2025-35 to vacate a subdivision exemption and amended Resolution 1995-73 to correct a legal description, each with a 3-0 vote. The board approved five lodging tax projects totaling $21,975, and indefinitely postponed a credit‑card processing agreement, all by 3-0 votes. A special meeting was announced for December 19 to certify mill levies.
- Approved consent agenda (3-0)
- Approved Resolution 2025-35 to vacate Subdivision Exemption Plat No. 2001-03 (3-0)
- Approved amendment to Resolution 1995-73 correcting legal description (3-0)
- Approved lodging tax projects: Colorado Life Advertising $3,375; Visitor Center $12,000; Media Buy $1,000; Tourism Management Grant $5,000; Mission2Market services $600 (3-0)
- Postponed credit‑card processing agreement indefinitely (3-0)
Logan County Commissioners
The Logan County Commissioners will consider three procedural items: approving the minutes from the November 2025 session, revising the work session agenda, and reviewing the business meeting agenda. No substantive policy decisions or contracts are listed.
- Approval of Minutes from Previous Session
- Revisions to Work Session Agenda
- Review of Business Meeting Agenda
Commissioners approved the December 9, 2025 work session minutes with a 3‑0 vote. They also approved the November 2025 Commissioners’ Proceedings by a 3‑0 vote. The board agreed to schedule three exchange students to present at the January business meeting and to hold an additional work session on December 23. The Fiserv credit‑card processing agreement for the Logan County Fair and Rodeo was postponed indefinitely.
- Approved December 9, 2025 work session minutes (3-0)
- Approved November 2025 Commissioners’ Proceedings (3-0)
- Scheduled exchange students for January business meeting (board agreement)
- Scheduled additional work session for December 23 (board agreement)
- Postponed Fiserv credit‑card processing agreement for Fair and Rodeo indefinitely
Human Services Board
The Human Services Board will approve the previous meeting's minutes, review the latest financial reports, and receive briefings on staff and department updates. It will also set the date for the next meeting and may hold an executive session if needed.
- Approval of minutes
- Overview of financial reports
- Staff updates briefing
- Department updates briefing
- Executive session (as needed)
The board approved the meeting minutes from November 12, 2025. It also approved the purchase of a 2026 Dodge Durango SUV from Transwest Auto for $35,908.00, selecting the lowest bid. Commissioner Yahn agreed to investigate a Medicaid waiver for a child welfare case. The next meeting is scheduled for January 14, 2026.
- Approved November 12, 2025 meeting minutes (motion moved by Commissioner Yahn, seconded by Santomaso)
- Approved purchase of 2026 Dodge Durango SUV from Transwest Auto at $35,908.00
- Commissioner Yahn will look into Medicaid CHP+ waiver and contact NECALG
Logan County Commissioners
The Logan County Board of Commissioners will consider several resolutions to adopt the county and Pest Control District budgets for 2026, appropriate funds, and levy general property taxes for the 2025 assessment year payable in 2026. They will also approve the creation of an Emergency Reserve, a ticketing software agreement with Saffire, LLC, and an intergovernmental tax‑increment revenue‑sharing agreement with the Sterling Urban Renewal Authority. Additional items include renewing Secure Transportation Vehicle permits for Centennial Mental Health.
- Adopt Resolution 2025-28: 2026 county budget and fund revenues/expenditures
- Adopt Resolution 2025-30: levy general property taxes for the 2025 assessment year payable in 2026
- Adopt Resolution 2025-31: 2026 budget for Logan County Pest Control District
- Approve agreement with Logan County Fair & Rodeo and Saffire, LLC for ticketing software and equipment
- Approve Intergovernmental Agreement with Sterling Urban Renewal Authority for property tax increment revenue sharing
The Board approved the consent agenda unanimously. It adopted the 2026 county budget, appropriated funds, and levied general property taxes for the 2025 assessment year, all by 3‑0 votes. The Pest Control District budget and tax levy were also approved, and an intergovernmental tax‑increment agreement was ratified. The Board renewed seven Secure Transportation Vehicle Permits for Centennial Mental Health.
- Approved consent agenda (3-0)
- Adopted 2026 county budget (Resolution 2025-28) (3-0)
- Approved appropriations for 2026 (Resolution 2025-29) (3-0)
- Levyed general property taxes for 2025 assessment year (Resolution 2025-30) (3-0)
- Adopted Pest Control District 2026 budget (Resolution 2025-31) (3-0)
- Levyed property taxes for Pest Control District (Resolution 2025-33) (3-0)
- Ratified intergovernmental tax‑increment revenue sharing agreement with Sterling Urban Renewal Authority (3-0)
- Renewed Secure Transportation Vehicle Permits #2025-1‑#2025-7 for Centennial Mental Health (3-0)
Logan County Commissioners
The Logan County Board of Commissioners will discuss Resolution 2025-28, which would delegate authority to the Colorado Housing and Finance Authority to issue bonds using the 2022 Private Activity Bond volume cap for financing housing facilities for low- and middle‑income families. The board will also approve the minutes from the November 18, 2025 meeting. Announcements include that the board will not meet the week of December 2, 2025, due to a conference, and that the next regular meeting is set for December 9, 2025.
- Approval of minutes from the November 18, 2025 meeting
- Consideration of Resolution 2025-28 to delegate bond issuance for low‑ and middle‑income housing
- Announcement that the board will not meet the week of December 2, 2025, for a conference
- Scheduling of the next regular meeting for December 9, 2025 at 9:30 a.m.
The Logan County Board of Commissioners approved the minutes from the November 18, 2025 meeting (vote 3-0). The Board also approved Resolution 2025-28, authorizing delegation to the Colorado Housing and Finance Authority to issue bonds under the 2022 Private Activity Bond volume cap for financing housing facilities for low‑ and middle‑income families (vote 3-0). No other actions were taken.
- Approved minutes of November 18, 2025 meeting (3-0)
- Approved Resolution 2025-28 delegating bond authority to Colorado Housing and Finance Authority (3-0)
Logan County Commissioners
The Logan County Commissioners will meet for a work session to review previous proceedings and business agendas. The session includes presentations from Enterprise Fleet Management and Centennial Mental Health.
- Review of October 2025 Commissioners Proceedings
- Presentation by Larry Caster regarding Enterprise Fleet Management
- Presentation by Dante Gonzales regarding Centennial Mental Health
The board approved the minutes from the November 18 work session with a 3‑0 vote. They also approved the Commissioners’ Proceedings for October 2025, again by a 3‑0 vote. No other formal actions were taken.
- Approved November 18, 2025 work session minutes (3‑0)
- Approved October 2025 Commissioners Proceedings (3‑0)
Logan County Commissioners
The Logan County Board of Commissioners will conduct budget hearings to consider the proposed county budget and the proposed pest district budget for fiscal year 2026. They will also consider approving an agreement with ArcaSearch to digitally archive the 2000‑2007 tax roll books. Additionally, the Board will submit a letter withdrawing a bridge grant application for Structure ID LOG59‑58.1‑163 over the North Sterling Outlet Canal.
- Budget hearing for the proposed Logan County Budget for FY2026
- Budget hearing for the proposed Logan County Pest District Budget for FY2026
- Approval of agreement with ArcaSearch for digital archiving of 2000‑2007 tax roll books
- Submission of letter withdrawing Bridge grant application for Structure ID LOG59‑58.1‑163
- Notice that the Board will not meet the week of Dec 2, 2025 due to a conference
The commissioners approved the consent agenda, which included the November 4, 2025 minutes and acknowledgments of October reports, by a 3‑0 vote. They also approved an agreement to digitize the 2000‑2007 tax roll books and add images to the historical archive, also 3‑0. Finally, they approved a letter withdrawing a bridge grant application for Structure ID LOG59‑58.1‑163, again by a 3‑0 vote.
- Approved Consent Agenda (including minutes and report acknowledgments) (3-0)
- Approved agreement to digitize 2000-2007 tax roll books and archive images (3-0)
- Approved letter withdrawing Bridge Grant Application for Structure ID LOG59-58.1-163 (3-0)
Logan County Commissioners
The Logan County Commissioners will hold a work session to review the agenda for the upcoming business meeting and discuss scheduling for the Gary DeSoto Building. Staff will also present information regarding a grant cycle.
- Review of Business Meeting Agenda
- Brian Kailey re: Scheduling of the Gary DeSoto Building
- Greg Etl re: Grant Cycle
- Chief LaVon Ritter
- Revisions to Work Session Agenda
The board approved the minutes from the October 28 and November 4 work sessions with a 3‑0 vote. After receiving the salary information, the commissioners agreed that Chief Lavon Ritter will advertise the Logan County Ambulance EMS Supervisor position. No other substantive actions were taken during the meeting.
- Approved October 28 & November 4 minutes (3-0 vote)
- Board agreed to advertise EMS Supervisor position
Logan County Fair Board
The Logan County Fair Board will vote on the consent agenda, including approval of the October 9 minutes and the Treasurer’s Report showing $2,246.92 in bills and a cash fund balance of $366,906.61. The board will also confirm the open‑vendor selection, awarding the contract to Gourmet Seafood Dishes, and discuss changes to the Saffire ticketing contract and a ticket‑price increase for 2026. Additional items include consideration of the 2026 fair theme, sponsorship levels for the exhibit center, and election of the 2026 officers.
- Approve Treasurer’s Report – $2,246.92 in bills and $366,906.61 cash balance
- Open Vendor Spot vote – Gourmet Seafood Dishes selected
- Review Saffire ticketing contract changes and new fees, including 2026 ticket price increase
- Consider 2026 Fair theme: America Celebrating 250 years and Colorado 150 years
- Election of 2026 Fair Board officers
The board approved a ticket price increase, setting night show tickets at $53 and party zone tickets at $73. It also confirmed Media Logic as the 2026 welcoming station, accepted a new vendor for gourmet seafood dishes, and signed a three‑year contract with ticketing agency Saffire. Additional actions included adopting the “Stars, Stripes, and Prairie Skies” theme, approving a sponsorship banner plan, and reappointing board officers.
- Raised night show tickets to $53 and party zone tickets to $73 (motion passed)
- Approved Media Logic as 2026 welcoming station and KPMX to continue marketing (motion passed)
- Approved October bills of $2,246.92 and cash fund balance of $366,906.61 (motion passed)
- Accepted “Gourmet seafood Dishes” as new vendor (motion passed)
- Signed another 3‑year contract with ticketing agency Saffire (motion passed)
- Adopted “Stars, Stripes, and Prairie Skies” as 2026 fair theme (motion passed)
- Authorized sponsorship department to secure 18 banner contracts at $500 each with right of first refusal (motion passed)
- Reappointed Aaron Hettinger as President, Theresa Crose as Vice President, Janie Rasmussen as Secretary/Treasurer (motion passed)
Human Services Board
The Human Services Board approved the minutes from the October 8 meeting and approved the 2026‑2027 County Merit System certification form. The board also confirmed the hiring of Norgette Asongafac as a caseworker, effective November 17. No other motions were denied or tabled.
- Approved October 8, 2025 Board meeting minutes (motion approved)
- Approved 2026‑2027 County Merit System certification form (motion approved)
- Hired Norgette Asongafac as caseworker, start date November 17
Logan County Commissioners
The Logan County Board of Commissioners will decide whether to award the bid for a new one‑ton 4x4 work truck. The meeting also includes approval of the Logan County Lodging Tax Board bylaws, two resolutions (2025‑26 and 2025‑27) concerning the Sonnenberg replat lands, and a right‑of‑way permit for a fiber‑optic line. Additional items are reappointments to the County Fair Board and a right‑of‑way permit for a water line.
- Award the bid for a new one‑ton, 4x4 single‑wheel cab and chassis pickup (work truck)
- Approve the Logan County Lodging Tax Board Bylaws
- Approve Resolution 2025‑26 to vacate the Sonnenberg Replat, Plat No. 2010‑07
- Approve Resolution 2025‑27 for the Sonnenberg Replat #2 covering multiple parcels in Vansway Acres
- Approve Right of Way Permit 2025‑15 for PC Telecom to install a fiber‑optic line along County Roads 32, 91, 34, 83 and 36
Logan County Commissioners
The Logan County Commissioners will approve the minutes from the previous session, revise the work session agenda, and review the business meeting agenda. They will discuss a Colorado opioid grant presented by Jeff Schiel on behalf of Clear Path Recovery. They will also consider an emergency notification system and EMPG grant presented by Josilyn Lutze.
- Approval of minutes from previous session
- Revisions to work session agenda
- Review of business meeting agenda
- Discussion of Clear Path Recovery Colorado opioid grant funding (Jeff Schiel)
- Discussion of emergency notification system and EMPG grant (Josilyn Lutze)
Commissioners approved the minutes from the October 21, 2025 work session by a 3‑0 vote. The board agreed to include the Justice Center as a location for the E3 emergency notification system, with further coordination to be handled by Emergency Manager Josilyn Lutze. No final decisions were made regarding the Clear Path Recovery grant partnership or the South Platte River water Supreme Court case.
- Approved minutes of Oct 21, 2025 work session (3-0)
- Agreed to include Justice Center in E3 emergency notification system (no vote recorded)
Logan County Commissioners
The commissioners will approve the minutes from the previous meeting and make any needed revisions to today’s work session agenda. They will consider the Larry Caster Enterprise Fleet Management issue concerning the purchase and sale of vehicles. An executive session may be held if necessary, followed by a recess and adjournment.
- Approval of minutes from the previous session
- Revisions to the work session agenda
- Larry Caster Enterprise Fleet Management – buying and selling vehicles
- Executive session (as necessary)
The commissioners approved submitting the CR 59 bridge on the North Sterling outlet and the CR 26 bridge on the North Sterling inlet for grant funding. The board also agreed to let Enterprise Fleet Management provide a free analysis of the Road and Bridge fleet and the Sheriff’s fleet, with no county commitment at this time.
- Approved submission of CR 59 bridge (North Sterling outlet) for grant application
- Approved submission of CR 26 bridge (North Sterling inlet) for grant application
- Authorized Enterprise Fleet Management to prepare a free analysis of the Road and Bridge fleet and the Sheriff’s fleet (no commitment)
Logan County Commissioners
The Logan County Board of Commissioners will consider a resolution to temporarily stop issuing permits for community solar gardens, wind power, data centers, and battery energy storage. The board will also review lodging tax project funding and a liquor license for a fairgrounds event.
- Resolution 2025-25: Temporary moratorium on community solar, wind, data center, and battery energy storage permits
- Lodging Tax Board projects: $27,000 for 2026 Media Buy, $19,200 for Mission2Market 2026, and $316 for NOCO Creative Road Trip
- Bids for a new one-ton 4x4 single-wheel cab and chassis pickup truck
- Public hearing for Pheasants Forever Special Events Liquor License for November 7, 2025
- Liquor license renewal for Anjato Enterprises LLC dba Hot Spot Smokehouse
Logan County Commissioners
The Logan County Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss battery storage regulations with Leo Gorgens of Next Era Energy. The meeting agenda also includes the approval of previous minutes and a review of the upcoming business meeting agenda.
- Approval of previous session minutes
- Review of upcoming business meeting agenda
- Discussion of battery storage regulations with Next Era Energy
The commissioners approved the minutes from the October 14 work session with a 3‑0 vote. The board agreed to have Wayne Howard determine the design and cost estimates for County Roads 26 and 59 and to identify the best bridges for grant applications. No other formal actions were recorded.
- Approved October 14 minutes (3-0 vote)
- Board agreed to have Wayne Howard assess bridge costs and prioritize grant applications for County Roads 26 and 59
Logan County Commissioners
The Logan County Board of Commissioners will approve the minutes from the October 7, 2025 meeting. They will then consider Resolution 2025-24, which supports extending the Capital Improvements Sales and Use Tax referenced in Ballot Issue #1F. The meeting also includes standard procedural items such as a call to order and a pledge of allegiance.
- Approval of minutes from the October 7, 2025 meeting
- Consideration of Resolution 2025-24 to support extension of the Capital Improvements Sales and Use Tax (Ballot Issue #1F)
Logan County Commissioners
The Logan County Commissioners will hold a work session on October 14, 2025. They will approve the minutes from the previous session, revise the work session agenda, and review the business meeting agenda. The meeting will also address fraudulent statements in planning and zoning application packets and discuss a possible moratorium on clean energy applications.
- Approval of minutes from the previous session
- Revisions to the work session agenda
- Review of the business meeting agenda
- Discussion of fraudulent statements in planning and zoning applications
- Consideration of a moratorium on clean energy applications
The board approved the minutes from the October 7 work session by a 3‑0 vote. A motion to waive the Mitchek Event Center and Gazebo rental fees and to donate two Friday Night Rodeo tickets to Hospice of the Plains also passed 3‑0. The commissioners discussed fraudulent statements affecting planning applicants and upcoming wind‑farm upgrades, but no formal actions were taken on those items.
- Approved October 7 minutes (3-0)
- Waived Mitchek Event Center and Gazebo fees and donated two rodeo tickets (3-0)
Logan County Fair Board
The Logan County Fair Board will review and vote on several vendor contracts, including renewals for the Saffire and Demo Derby agreements. The board will also receive a budget update for 2026 and consider a suggestion to raise RV camper spot fees. Additional items include a ticketing complaint, a review of September financials, and updates on fair operations.
- Approval of Treasurer’s Report – September bills $17,143.13; Cash Fund Balance $370,456.19
- Vendor Contracts Discussion & Approval
- Saffire Contract Renewal
- Demo Derby Contract Renewal
- Consider raising RV camper spot fees (per finances suggestion)
The board voted to raise each RV camper spot fee by $10. It also approved allowing multiple organizations to bid for all contracts, kept the Demolition Derby and appointed Ron Lynn as its representative, and authorized the 2025 Fair Board reapplications to be sent to the Commissioners. Additionally, the board gave Mrs. Williams authority to manage indoor vendors and raise rental rates to $110, and directed McEndffer and Lippstrew to present the concert budget increase to the Commissioners.
- Approved $10 increase to each RV camper spot fee (passed)
- Approved multiple organizations may bid for all contracts (passed)
- Approved keeping the Demolition Derby (passed)
- Approved Ron Lynn as new Demo Derby Representative (passed)
- Approved sending 2025 Fair Board reapplications to Commissioners (passed)
- Approved Mrs. Williams to manage indoor vendors and raise rental rates to $110 (passed)
- Approved motion for McEndffer and Lippstrew to present concert budget increase to Commissioners (passed)
- Approved motion to invite different radio stations for next meeting (passed)
Human Services Board
The Human Services Board will review its financial reports and the proposed 2026 budget. It will receive staff and department updates and approve the prior meeting's minutes. The board will also set the date for the next meeting and may hold an executive session if needed.
- Approval of Minutes
- Overview of Financial Reports
- Overview of 2026 Budget
- Staff Updates
- Department Updates
The board approved the September 10 meeting minutes. Commissioners discussed Director Long’s upcoming retirement and agreed the new Human Services Director will be hired on Jan 1 2026, with Long’s last full‑time day on Dec 30 2025. The board also agreed Long may serve on a contract basis after retirement to assist the new director.
- Approved September 10, 2025 Board minutes (motion passed)
- Set hiring date for new Human Services Director as Jan 1 2026
- Designated Dec 30 2025 as Director Long’s last full‑time day
- Agreed Director Long may work on a contract basis after retirement
Logan County Commissioners
The Logan County Board of Commissioners will review three requests for subdivision exemptions to create smaller parcels of land. The board will also consider an agreement with Pivot Energy Development, LLC for a driveway access permit.
- Resolution 2025-21: 2.85-acre parcel exemption for Donald W. and Mary Jane Fritzler
- Resolution 2025-22: 22.53-acre parcel exemption for John P. and Carol L. Lambrecht
- Resolution 2025-23: 7.313-acre parcel exemption for Kerry Michael Welch
- Right of Way Permit 2025-13 for Pivot Energy Development, LLC along Iris Drive
Logan County Commissioners
The Logan County Commissioners will approve the minutes from the previous session, revise the work session agenda, and review the business meeting agenda. They will also meet with Trae Miller and Andrew Fritzler regarding the Sterling Urban Renewal Authority.
- Approval of minutes from previous session
- Revisions to work session agenda
- Review of business meeting agenda
- Discussion with Trae Miller and Andrew Fritzler about the Sterling Urban Renewal Authority
The board approved the minutes from the October 7 work session with a 3‑0 vote. Commissioners also voted 3‑0 to waive the Mitchek Event Center and Gazebo rental fees and to donate two Friday Night Rodeo tickets for the Hospice of the Plains annual auction. No other formal actions were recorded.
- Approved minutes from Oct 7 work session (3‑0)
- Waived Mitchek Event Center fees, Gazebo rental fee, and donated two rodeo tickets (3‑0)
Logan County Commissioners
The Logan County Board of Commissioners will consider several approvals, including cancelling tax sale certificates issued in error, authorizing a carnival at the county fairgrounds, and approving a roof repair contract. They will also review a right‑of‑way permit for a water line, a subdivision exemption for a 10.12‑acre parcel, and a participation agreement for a retirement plan. Routine items such as minutes approval and the sheriff’s fee report will also be addressed.
- Approve Resolution 2025-19 to cancel erroneous tax sale certificates
- Approve agreement with Sun Valley Rides, LLC for a carnival at Logan County Fairgrounds (July 28–August 2, 2026)
- Approve contract with Front Range Roofing Systems, LLC to repair Fairgrounds Grandstands roof
- Approve Right of Way Permit No. 2025-11 for water line across County Road 34
- Approve Resolution 2025-20 for a subdivision exemption creating a 10.12‑acre parcel in an Agricultural Zone
Logan County Commissioners
The Logan County Commissioners are holding a work session to review agendas and minutes. The primary activity of the meeting is the start of budget meetings with department heads.
- Department head budget meetings
The board approved the September 23 minutes with a 3-0 vote. They decided to use regular colored concrete from the sidewalk to the curb at the Third and Main Streets bump‑out, leaving existing brick and stamped concrete unchanged elsewhere. The commissioners also agreed to visit the Morgan County Coroner’s Office on October 9. The meeting adjourned at 9:10 a.m.
- Approved September 23 minutes (3-0)
- Decided to use regular colored concrete for Third and Main Streets bump‑out
- Agreed to visit Morgan County Coroner’s Office on Oct 9
Logan County Commissioners
The Logan County Commissioners will approve the minutes from the previous session and make revisions to the work session agenda. They will hear from Tony Johnson, the North Sterling State Park manager. The meeting will also start department head budget meetings.
- Approval of minutes from previous session
- Revisions to work session agenda
- Presentation by Tony Johnson, North Sterling State Park Manager
- Start of department head budget meetings
The board approved the September 16, 2025 work‑session minutes with a 3‑0 vote. The meeting also included a welcome for the new North Sterling State Park manager and a discussion of road conditions on County Road 79, but no further actions were taken.
- Approved September 16, 2025 work‑session minutes (3‑0)
Logan County Fair Board
The Logan County Fair Board will review the 2026 budget, address complaints regarding VIP bull riding and box seat availability, and vote on late entry for 4-H.
- Approval of July and August bills totaling $475,617.90
- Discussion on 2026 Fair dates: July 24 – August 2
- Discussion on 2027 Fair dates: July 29 – August 8
- Board approval on sponsorship levels
- Vote on 4-H late entry
Logan County Commissioners
The Logan County Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss a bid for the Logan County Fairgrounds stadium roof repair. The board is also considering a lodging tax project and several land and road use agreements.
- Bid award for repair of the stadium roof at the Logan County Fairgrounds
- Logan County Lodging Tax Board Project for the I80/I76 Travel Guide for $1,990.00
- Right of Way Permit Number 2025-9 for Don Fritzler for a pipeline along County Road 16.5
- Master Road Use Agreement with Pivot Solar 54 LLC
- Amended Resolution 2022-18 for a Subdivision Exemption for Gordon Farm, LLC
Logan County Commissioners
The Logan County Commissioners will hold a work session. They will approve the minutes from the previous meeting, revise the work session agenda, and review the business meeting agenda. The session also includes a discussion of the LCEDC Industrial Site Engineering Report presented by Trae Miller.
- Approve minutes from previous session
- Revise work session agenda
- Review business meeting agenda
- Discuss LCEDC Industrial Site Engineering Report (Trae Miller)
The board approved the September 9, 2025 work session minutes by a 3‑0 vote. They also approved a $17,633 cost‑share for the Logan County Economic Development Corporation’s preliminary engineering report, also by a 3‑0 vote. The commissioners discussed the Sentinel Missile Relocation project, OEM grants, courthouse security, and ballot‑initiative outreach, and agreed to aim to pass a resolution supporting the county ballot question in October.
- Approved September 9 minutes (3-0)
- Approved $17,633 cost share for LCEDC engineering report (3-0)
- Agreed to aim to pass a resolution supporting the county ballot question in October
Human Services Board
The Logan County Board of Human Services will meet on September 10, 2025 at the Central Services Building, 508 S. 10th Ave., Sterling. The board will approve the meeting minutes, review financial reports, and consider approval of TANF contracts. It will also receive staff and department updates, set the next meeting date, and may hold an executive session.
- Review and approve TANF contracts
- Overview of financial reports
- Approval of meeting minutes
- Staff and department updates briefing
- Executive session (if needed)
The Board approved the minutes from the August 12 meeting. It approved four TANF contracts totaling $150,000 with Cooperating Ministry, Baby Bear Hugs, Family Resource Center, and Help for Abused Partners. Commissioners agreed to start advertising the Human Services Director position after consulting HR and the County Attorney. The Director will revise the job description and forward it to the administrative officer.
- Approved August 12 meeting minutes (motion passed)
- Approved TANF contract with Cooperating Ministry for $67,500
- Approved TANF contract with Baby Bear Hugs for $22,500
- Approved TANF contract with Family Resource Center for $26,250
- Approved TANF contract with Help for Abused Partners for $33,750
- Agreed to begin advertising the Human Services Director position after HR and Attorney consultation
- Director to review and revise the Director job description and give it to the administrative officer
Logan County Commissioners
The Logan County Commissioners will approve the minutes from the previous session and make any needed revisions to today’s work session agenda. They will hear a brief presentation from Jeff Schiel on the Clear Path Recovery program. The board will also receive updates on the LCEDC industrial site engineering report from Trae Miller and on OEM grant matters from Josilyn Lutze.
- Approval of minutes from previous session
- Revisions to work session agenda
- Presentation by Jeff Schiel on Clear Path Recovery
- Review of LCEDC Industrial Site Engineering Report (Trae Miller)
- Discussion of OEM Grants (Josilyn Lutze)
The board approved the minutes from the August 26 and September 2 work sessions with a 2‑0 vote. Commissioner Brownell added Representative Dusty Johnson to the New Business agenda. After discussion of several projects, the commissioners voted 2‑0 to authorize up to $12,000 for emergency shelter supplies under the CART grant. No other formal actions were taken.
- Approved minutes from Aug 26 & Sep 2 work sessions (2‑0)
- Added Representative Dusty Johnson to New Business agenda
- Approved up to $12,000 emergency shelter equipment purchase (2‑0)
Logan County Commissioners
The commissioners did not approve the previous work‑session minutes because they were not ready. The board agreed to the Buildings and Grounds Department’s plan to match the existing tiles and use colored concrete for the handicapped‑ramp cutouts at the northeast corner bumpout. Commissioners heard extensive concerns about Sunset Memorial Gardens but took no formal action. Grants reported by the staff were noted as fully funded with no match required.
- Did not approve previous work‑session minutes (not ready)
- Board agreed to adopt paver plan for northeast corner bumpout
Logan County Commissioners
The commissioners approved the August 19 work‑session minutes by a 3‑0 vote. They instructed Alan Samber to write a resolution for the September 2 business meeting that would opt Logan County into Proposition 123. The board also approved pursuing the Homeland Security grant to purchase and install courthouse security cameras, with reimbursement from Weld County.
- Approved August 19 work‑session minutes (3-0)
- Tasked Alan Samber with drafting a Proposition 123 resolution for Sep 2 agenda
- Approved pursuit of grant to buy and install courthouse security cameras
Logan County Commissioners
The Logan County Commissioners are holding a work session to review specific operational issues. The meeting includes discussions on emergency medical staffing and the burial of unclaimed cremains.
- Burial of unclaimed cremains at Sunset Memorial Gardens (Sue Gress/Jamie Ulrich)
- Request for additional EMTs/Paramedics for Logan County Ambulance (Chief Lavon Ritter)
The commissioners approved the August 12 work session minutes with a 3‑0 vote. They authorized Chief Lavon Ritter to hire two new ALS providers and approved Washington County Ambulance to provide standby coverage for a motocross event. The board directed Alan Samber to draft a letter to Governor Jared Polis regarding Mesa County’s unfunded mandates, and agreed to bring the road shop up to code with allocated budget funds.
- Approved minutes from August 12, 2025 work session (3-0)
- Authorized Chief Lavon Ritter to hire two new ALS providers (funds budgeted)
- Authorized Washington County Ambulance to provide standby coverage for a motocross event
- Directed Alan Samber to draft a letter to Governor Jared Polis on unfunded mandates
- Agreed that electrician repairs will bring the road shop building up to code
- Noted $10,000 allocated in the 2025 budget for road shop building repair and maintenance
Logan County Commissioners
The commissioners approved the minutes from the July 22 and August 5 work sessions (3‑0). They agreed to research a newer pickup for the Road and Bridge Department and to hold a public meeting on CR 26. The board approved a $15,000 budget for a new sheriff’s vehicle and ordered enforcement actions for Canada thistle violations, including liens for non‑payment. Additional actions include obtaining a quote for the fallen Sterling Monument and budgeting a survey for indigent burials next year.
- Approved minutes from July 22 and Aug 5 work sessions (3‑0)
- Agreed to research a newer pickup for the road department
- Agreed to hold a public meeting for residents on CR 26
- Approved $15,000 budget for new sheriff’s vehicle purchase
- Ordered Canada thistle enforcement with billing and lien option
- Decided to obtain a repair quote for the fallen Sterling Monument
- Included a survey for indigent burial sites in next year’s budget
- Discussed possible milling of Atwood road (no formal vote recorded)
Human Services Board
The Board of Human Services will meet to review financial reports and approve the Core Plan. The agenda also includes staff and department updates and a briefing from the Centennial Mental Health Board.
- Review and approval of the Core Plan
- Overview of financial reports
- Briefing from the Centennial Mental Health Board
The board approved the minutes from the July 9, 2025 meeting. It also approved the Core Services Plan for year two of the three‑year child‑welfare plan and authorized the chair to sign it. The board discussed possible grant funding for paving the Human Services parking lot and the upcoming retirement of Director Long. The next meeting is scheduled for September 10, 2025.
- Approved the July 9, 2025 meeting minutes
- Approved the Core Services Plan for year two of the three‑year plan
Logan County Commissioners
The commissioners approved the minutes from the July 29 work session with a 3‑0 vote. The board officially approved hiring one ambulance employee and extended the Intergovernmental Agreement for one year. The county budgeted $250,00 to transfer from the General Fund to the Ambulance Fund if needed. Commissioners also agreed to use hard‑pack base material for road improvements on County Roads 26, 32.2 and 32.
- Approved July 29 minutes (3-0 vote)
- Approved hiring one ambulance employee (no vote recorded)
- Extended IGA for one year (no vote recorded)
- Budgeted $250,00 transfer to Ambulance Fund (no vote recorded)
- Agreed to use hard‑pack base material on CR 26 (no vote recorded)
- Agreed to use hard‑pack base material on CR 32.2 (no vote recorded)
- Agreed to use hard‑pack base material on CR 32 (no vote recorded)
- Acknowledged $150,000 transferred to Ambulance Fund last year (informational)
Logan County Commissioners
The commissioners approved a $25 monthly minimum payment plan for EMS|MC ambulance service invoices. They also endorsed the use of the Chart Swap software, established that unpaid plans after six months go to collections, and adopted policies for billing DOA cases, hospice transports, and homeless patients.
- Approved $25/month minimum payment plan for ambulance billing
- Adopted Chart Swap software for patient attorney requests
- Sent unpaid bills to collections after six months of non‑payment
- Allowed billing insurance for DOA or deceased patients, not families
- Authorized no‑charge transport for hospice patients
- Directed attempts to bill Medicaid/Medicare for homeless or indigent patients
Logan County Commissioners
The board approved the minutes from the July 15, 2025 work session with a 3‑0 vote. They signed the budget memorandum that will be sent to all departments. The commissioners agreed to study changes to zoning regulations, including restoring a 30‑day application period and raising permit fees, and to add an equipment‑management policy to the next meeting agenda.
- Approved July 15, 2025 work session minutes (3-0)
- Signed the budget memo as written for department distribution
- Agreed to consider amending zoning regulations, restoring 30‑day application timeline, and increasing permit fees
- Decided to place an equipment management policy on the next business meeting agenda
- Discussed Heritage Center open house events and Candyman award; no formal action taken
- Reviewed security‑camera bid; no contract awarded yet
- Noted ongoing courthouse parking‑lot and building projects; no new approvals
- No other votes or formal decisions recorded
Logan County Commissioners
The board approved the minutes from the July 15 work session by a 3‑0 vote. Commissioners signed the budget memo that will be sent to all departments. They agreed to place an Equipment Management Policy on the agenda for the next meeting. The board also agreed to consider amending zoning regulations to restore a 30‑day application review period and to increase permit fees.
- Approved July 15, 2025 work session minutes (3-0)
- Signed budget memo for department distribution (no vote recorded)
- Agreed to add Equipment Management Policy to next meeting agenda (no vote recorded)
- Agreed to consider zoning regulation changes: revert to 30‑day review and raise fees (no vote recorded)
Logan County Commissioners
Commissioners approved the July 8, 2025 work session minutes with a 2‑0 vote. The board voted to join the regional landfill coalition at the Silver participation level, authorizing up to $15,000 in funding. The board tasked Marilee Johnson with preparing talking‑point handouts and a press release about the upcoming school‑district ballot issue, to be revisited at the July 22 work session. Commissioners’ proceedings were tabled until July 22, 2025.
- Approved July 8, 2025 work session minutes (2‑0)
- Joined Landfill Coalition at Silver level, funding cap $15,000
- Assigned Marilee Johnson to develop talking‑point handout and press release (approved)
- Tabled commissioners proceedings until July 22, 2025
Human Services Board
The Human Services Board approved the minutes from the June 11, 2025 meeting. Director David Long presented financial reports, staffing updates, and SNAP client data. Commissioners discussed the need for roadside assistance for department vehicles, but no action was taken. The meeting was adjourned at 10:06 a.m.
- Approved June 11, 2025 Board meeting minutes (motion approved)
Logan County Commissioners
The commissioners approved the July 1 work‑session minutes by a 3‑0 vote. They agreed to limit Logan County’s contribution to the regional methane‑emission coalition to a maximum of $15,000. The board also approved hiring a retired employee on a temporary basis for the fair and voted to fund the Emergency Management Performance Grant position at 100% of its cost. No other formal actions were taken.
- Approved July 1 work‑session minutes (3‑0)
- Set maximum contribution to methane coalition at $15,000
- Authorized temporary rehiring of retired fair‑setup employee
- Funded Emergency Management Performance Grant position 100%
Logan County Commissioners
The commissioners approved the consent agenda, including minutes and vehicle titles. They awarded a $1,437,004.80 full‑depth asphalt reclamation contract to Martin Marietta for County Road 79 and a $344,093.03 motorgrader contract to Wagner Equipment. The board also approved a special events liquor license for the Logan County Fair and several intergovernmental agreements and policy amendments. All motions passed unanimously (3‑0).
- Approved consent agenda (minutes and truck titles) – 3-0
- Awarded Full‑Depth Asphalt Reclamation contract to Martin Marietta, $1,437,004.80 – 3-0
- Awarded new motorgrader contract to Wagner Equipment, $344,093.03 – 3-0
- Approved Special Events Liquor License for Logan County Fair – 3-0
- Approved modified Intergovernmental Agreement with Phillips County for Veteran’s Service Officer – 3-0
- Approved amendment to Logan County Purchasing Policy and Procedures – 3-0
- Approved Intergovernmental Agreement with Buffalo School District RE-4J for Coordinated Election – 3-0
- Approved Billing Services Agreement between EMS Management & Consultants, Inc. and Logan County Ambulance Service – 3-0
Logan County Commissioners
The board approved the June 24, 2025 work‑session minutes with a 3‑0 vote. It also agreed to shift funds from the mastic line and let the Road and Bridge Department obtain bids for three to four used pickups. No other formal actions were taken.
- Approved June 24, 2025 work‑session minutes (3‑0)
- Authorized shifting mastic‑budget funds to purchase used pickups
- Approved Road & Bridge Department to solicit bids for three‑four used pickups
Logan County Commissioners
The board approved the June 17 minutes. It then voted 2‑0 to waive fees for the Sterling Community Fund’s May 30, 2026 event at the Exhibit Center and Mitchek Event Center. A second 2‑0 vote waived fees for Advocates for Recovery’s August 30, 2025 rally at the Courthouse Square and Gazebo.
- Approved June 17, 2025 minutes (2-0)
- Waived fees for Sterling Community Fund event May 30, 2026 (2-0)
- Waived fees for Advocates for Recovery rally Aug 30, 2025 (2-0)
Logan County Commissioners
The commissioners approved the consent agenda unanimously. They then approved three contracts to replace bridge structures on County Roads 41, 43.5, and Vansway Drive. The board also approved a special events liquor license for courthouse square events, an intergovernmental agreement with Phillips County for veteran services, two subdivision exemption resolutions, and a CivicPlus social media archiving contract.
- Approved consent agenda (3-0)
- Approved three bridge replacement contracts (CR 41, CR 43.5, Vansway Drive) (3-0)
- Approved Special Events Liquor License for courthouse square events (3-0)
- Approved intergovernmental agreement with Phillips County for Veteran's Service Officer (3-0)
- Approved Resolution 2025-10 subdivision exemption for Merino Platte River Ranch LLC (3-0)
- Approved Resolution 2025-11 subdivision exemption for Robert W. Heist and Kathy E. Cooksey (3-0)
- Approved CivicPlus social media archiving contract ($7,188) (3-0)
Logan County Commissioners
The board approved the June 10 work session minutes with a 3‑0 vote. Chairman Brownell revised the agenda to include Aaron Hettinger for a Fair Board discussion. The commissioners asked Hettinger to obtain two additional bids before purchasing the Portacoolers. The sales and use tax extension was discussed but no action was taken.
- Approved June 10 work session minutes (3‑0)
- Added Aaron Hettinger to agenda for Fair Board fan discussion
- Requested two additional bids for Portacoolers purchase
- Deferred any changes to the County Purchasing Policy until July 1
Human Services Board
The Logan County Board of Human Services approved the minutes from the May 14, 2025 meeting. Director David Long presented financial reports and staffing updates, but no further actions were taken. The next meeting is scheduled for July 9, 2025.
- Approved May 14, 2025 meeting minutes (motion moved by Jim C. Santomaso, seconded by James T. Yahn)
Logan County Commissioners
The Logan County Board approved several items, including a $78,697 purchase for road maintenance, a proclamation for Men’s Health Week, a fireworks permit for the Sterling Boat Club, and a right-of-way permit for Viaero Fiber Networks to install underground conduit along County Roads 74 and 55. The board also tabled three contracts with Concrete Specialties and Utilities pending further information and approved a $9,000 payment to KSID‑FM for fair advertising. All motions passed with a 2‑0 vote.
- Approved $78,697 purchase of Crack Seal/Melter Applicator from DISSCO (2-0)
- Adopted Men’s Health Week proclamation (June 9‑15, 2025) (2-0)
- Approved fireworks display permit for Sterling Boat Club at North Sterling Reservoir (2-0)
- Approved agreement and Right of Way Permit 2025-6 for Viaero Fiber Networks underground conduit on County Roads 74 and 55 (2-0)
- Tabled three contracts with Concrete Specialties and Utilities pending completion information (2-0)
- Approved $9,000 payment to KSID‑FM for fair advertisement (2-0)
- Approved consent agenda items (minutes, landfill report, treasurer report) (2-0)
Logan County Commissioners
The board approved the May 27 work‑session minutes (2‑0) and adopted a new fairgrounds rental agreement, raising the North Arena fee from $75 to $100 per day (2‑0). They agreed to a 60‑day termination notice for the Veteran’s Service Officer intergovernmental agreement with Phillips County and to reimburse Chris Kelley for his visits. No action was required on the proposed transfer of the Dive Team to the fire department.
- Approved May 27, 2025 work‑session minutes (2‑0)
- Adopted new fairgrounds rental agreement and raised North Arena fee to $100 per day (2‑0)
- Agreed to 60‑day termination notice for Veteran’s Service Officer IGA with Phillips County
- Agreed to reimburse Veteran’s Service Officer Chris Kelley for visits made to date
- Decided no action needed on the Dive Team equipment transfer plan
Logan County Commissioners
The board voted to approve the minutes from the May 20, 2025 work session. Commissioners also discussed the Veterans Service Officer agreement, the Emergency Management Performance Grant, recent tornado and hail damage, a possible sales‑tax ballot extension, and bridge assessment plans, but no further actions were formally adopted.
- Approved May 20, 2025 work‑session minutes (3‑0)
Logan County Commissioners
The Logan County Board of Commissioners approved a bridge replacement on County Road 41 north of Sunset Memorial Gardens, awarding the contract to Concrete Specialties for $145,737. They also approved a special events liquor license for the NJC Young Farmers fairground event on June 14, 2025, and accepted a $38,601 cost‑share from the Army for cattle‑guard replacements. Additional items included approval of two pre‑cast box culvert replacements, a resolution amending a regional health‑department agreement, and referral of two crack‑seal bids for recommendation.
- Approved bridge replacement on County Rd 41 (Concrete Specialties, $145,737) – vote 3‑0
- Approved special events liquor license for NJC Young Farmers fairground event – vote 3‑0
- Approved $38,601 cost‑share from Army for Defense Access Road cattle‑guard replacements – vote 3‑0
- Approved two pre‑cast box culvert replacements ($147,87 3 and $171,983) – vote 3‑0
- Approved Resolution 2025‑9 amending Northeast Colorado Health Department intergovernmental agreement – vote 3‑0
- Approved $1,700 Lodging Tax Board project for 2025 Heritage Festival – vote 3‑0
- Referred two crack‑seal/melter bids ($78,743.56 and $78,697.00) to Road & Bridge for recommendation – no vote recorded
- Approved consent agenda items, including minutes and reports – vote 3‑0
Logan County Commissioners
The commissioners approved the May 13 work‑session minutes (3‑0) and the April 2025 Commissioners Proceedings (3‑0). They agreed to waive fees for the Mitchek Event Center for a November 2025 celebration. The board also added a third box‑culvert bid award for County Road 41 to the business‑meeting agenda.
- Approved May 13 work‑session minutes (3‑0)
- Approved April 2025 Commissioners Proceedings (3‑0)
- Waived fees for Mitchek Event Center use in November 2025 (board agreement)
- Added third box‑culvert bid award for CR 41 to business‑meeting agenda (no vote recorded)
- Authorized preparation of three separate bridge contracts for June 10 business meeting (no vote recorded)
Human Services Board
The board approved the minutes from the April 9 meeting. It also approved the CDHS Colorado Works MOU annual reaffirmation and two CCCAP intergovernmental agreements—one with Cheyenne County and one with Washington County—authorizing the chair to sign each. The board scheduled its next meeting for June 11, 2025.
- Approved April 9, 2025 Board of Human Services minutes
- Approved CDHS Colorado Works MOU annual reaffirmation and authorized Chair to sign
- Approved CCCAP intergovernmental agreement with Cheyenne County and authorized Chair to sign
- Approved CCCAP intergovernmental agreement with Washington County and authorized Chair to sign
- Set next Board of Human Services meeting for June 11, 2025 at 9:00 a.m.
Logan County Commissioners
The board approved the minutes from the May 6 work session. It gave conditional permission to display the late employee’s truck at his funeral if the family agrees. The purchasing policy was updated: the formal‑bid limit was increased to $50,000, the purchase‑requisition requirement for bulk fuel was removed, and new language on conflicts of interest, sole‑source purchases, and budget‑meeting bid rules was added.
- Approved May 6, 2025 work‑session minutes (motion carried)
- Authorized display of Jason Sobieray’s truck at funeral pending family consent
- Increased formal‑bid limit to $50,000 for county purchases
- Eliminated purchase‑requisition requirement for bulk fuel purchases
- Added conflict‑of‑interest paragraph to purchasing policy
- Allowed sole‑source purchases without a purchase requisition where appropriate
- Removed requirement to obtain three bids during budget meetings
Logan County Commissioners
The commissioners approved the consent agenda and accepted bids for two pre‑cast box culverts, referring them to the Road and Bridge division. They also approved a right‑of‑way agreement with Peetz Communications for fiber optic installation, a talent buyer agreement for the county fair, and a proclamation declaring May as Mental Health Month. All motions passed unanimously (3‑0).
- Approved consent agenda (3-0)
- Accepted bids for two pre‑cast box culverts, referred to Road & Bridge (no vote recorded)
- Approved fiber optic right‑of‑way agreement with Peetz Communications (3-0)
- Approved talent buyer agreement with Lakefront Entertainment for fair performances (3-0)
- Approved proclamation declaring May as Mental Health Month (3-0)
Logan County Commissioners
The board approved the minutes from the April 22 and April 29 work sessions. They approved hiring three ambulance personnel for July, with discussion of moving the start date to May. The commissioners discussed bridge repairs and cattle‑guard upgrades, but no decisions were made on those items.
- Approved minutes from April 22 and April 29 work sessions (motion carried)
- Approved hiring of three ambulance personnel (planned for July, early hiring discussed)
Logan County Commissioners
The Logan County Board approved a series of contracts and agreements, including a 5‑year extension of the intergovernmental agreement with the City of Sterling that adds services such as ambulance, landfill, jail, and transportation. It also approved a special‑events liquor license for a Chamber of Commerce event, a new website contract, and the donation of a 1998 Ford ambulance chassis. All motions were carried with a 2‑0 vote.
- Approved consent agenda (2-0)
- Approved ambulance service billing and debt recovery contract with EMS MC (2-0)
- Approved special events liquor license for Chamber event at courthouse (2-0)
- Approved second Production Services International agreement for Fair Night Show (2-0)
- Approved extension of intergovernmental agreement with City of Sterling (2-0)
- Approved donation of 1998 Ford ambulance chassis to Fleming Fire Protection District (2-0)
- Approved final plat for Old Vine Property, LLC minor subdivision (2-0)
- Approved website creation contract with CivicPlus (2-0)
Logan County Commissioners
The Logan County Board held a work session and discussed the Northeast Colorado Health Department's proposed new facility, financing options, and debt implications. No votes were taken. The board decided to place the amendment to the intergovernmental agreement on the May 6 agenda.
- Resolution to amend IGA for Northeast Colorado Health Department scheduled for May 6 agenda
Logan County Commissioners
The board approved the minutes from the April 8 and April 15 work sessions with a 3‑0 vote. It accepted a seasonal‑mower hiring arrangement under the nepotism policy. The board agreed to use less‑detailed written minutes because recordings are available. Several IT and telephone system actions were authorized, including renewing accessibility software and moving fax lines to a lower‑cost provider.
- Approved minutes from April 8 and April 15 work sessions (3-0)
- Accepted seasonal‑mower hiring arrangement with payroll signed by Diana Korbe
- Allowed less‑detailed written minutes since recordings exist
- Approved renewal of CommonLook Online software license ($938)
- Authorized moving ten fax lines to CTS at $22 per line per month
- Approved purchase of new computers that cannot upgrade to Windows 11, funded by IT budget
- Authorized moving Solid Waste and Heritage Center telephone systems to CTS
- Scheduled waste‑tire training for landfill staff on April 30
Logan County Commissioners
The commissioners approved a special‑events liquor license for the Logan County Fairgrounds on April 26, 2025. They also adopted several lodging‑tax projects, a right‑of‑way permit for an underground Xcel Energy cable, and awarded multiple service contracts for the Logan County Fair, including a five‑year beer‑garden agreement. All motions passed by recorded votes, with the chairman recusing himself on the liquor‑license vote. The consent agenda items were approved unanimously.
- Approved consent agenda (3‑0)
- Approved special‑events liquor license for April 26 fair (2‑0, Chairman recused)
- Tabled Resolution 2025‑8 First Amendment to health‑department agreement (3‑0)
- Approved $2,000 lodging‑tax project for High Plains Truck and Tractor Pull (3‑0)
- Approved $6,000 lodging‑tax project for Logan County Fair and Rodeo (3‑0)
- Approved Right of Way Permit 2025‑4 for underground Xcel Energy cable (3‑0)
- Amended Resolution 2012‑11 Subdivision Exemption (3‑0)
- Awarded fair service contracts, including $13,000 beer‑garden contract (3‑0)
Logan County Commissioners
The board voted 3‑0 to waive all fees for the CSU Regional Engagement Center’s Cinco de Mayo event on May 3, 2025. It also voted 3‑0 to approve the Commissioners’ Proceedings for March 2025. The item concerning the Production Services International stage‑license contract was tabled for further review.
- Waived fees for CSU Regional Engagement Center Cinco de Mayo event (3-0)
- Approved Commissioners’ Proceedings for March 2025 (3-0)
- Tabled Production Services International stage‑license contract item (no vote recorded)
Human Services Board
The Board approved the March 12 meeting minutes. Director Long presented financial reports, including a $21.7 M allocation to CDEC and CCDF. The Board approved increasing the detention bed cap from 215 to 254 and earmarking $10 M in general funds. It also decided not to fill the Resource Supervisor position after the retirement of Crystal Jackson.
- Approved March 12 meeting minutes
- Approved increase of detention bed cap to 254 with $10 M set aside
- Decided not to hire a replacement for retired Resource Supervisor
Logan County Commissioners
The board approved the minutes from the March 25 and April 1 work sessions with a 3‑0 vote. Commissioners heard a five‑year loss analysis from CTSI covering the county’s workers’ compensation and CWCP pools. The board discussed road overlay cracking, concrete canvas, and maintenance of County Road 95. They also agreed that Road and Bridge staff may attend a Martin Marietta asphalt summit.
- Approved minutes from March 25 and April 1 work sessions (3‑0)
- Agreed Road and Bridge staff may attend Martin Marietta asphalt summit (no vote recorded)
Logan County Commissioners
The board voted 3‑0 to allocate $1,500 to the 2025 Heritage Festival. They also voted 3‑0 to go into executive session for legal advice on employee disciplinary alternatives.
- Approved $1,500 Heritage Festival funding (3-0)
- Moved into executive session for legal advice (3-0)
Logan County Commissioners
The board approved the minutes from the March 18 work session by a 3‑0 vote. Commissioners voted 3‑0 to authorize the chairman to sign the titles for a 1996 GMC Sonoma and a 1991 Mercury Tra that were sold at auction. No other formal actions were taken during the session.
- Approved March 18 minutes (3-0)
- Authorized Chairman to sign titles for 1996 GMC Sonoma and 1991 Mercury Tra (3-0)