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Merino public meetings in 2025

67 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Tue Dec 23, 2025

Logan County Commissioners

Logan County Commissioners hold work session on December 23, 2025

The agenda for this work session consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific policy decisions, contracts, or public hearings are listed.

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✓ Decided: Commissioners approved prior minutes, signed HUTF report, and waived 2026 event fees

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.

Fri Dec 19, 2025

Logan County Commissioners

Commissioners consider $392,755 budget supplement for multiple departments

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.

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✓ Decided: Board approved budget supplement and software agreement, all votes unanimous

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.

Tue Dec 16, 2025

Logan County Commissioners

Logan County to approve subdivision and lodging tax projects

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.

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✓ Decided: Board approved $21,975 in lodging tax projects

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.

Tue Dec 16, 2025

Logan County Commissioners

Commissioners will approve minutes from the November meeting

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.

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✓ Decided: Logan County Commissioners approve meeting minutes and postpone Fiserv contract

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.

Wed Dec 10, 2025

Human Services Board

Board will approve minutes, review finances and hear staff updates

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.

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✓ Decided: Board approved purchase of a Dodge Durango SUV from Transwest Auto

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.

Tue Dec 9, 2025

Logan County Commissioners

Commissioners will adopt Logan County 2026 budget and property tax levies

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.

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✓ Decided: Logan County Commissioners approved the 2026 county budget and property tax levy

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.

Tue Nov 25, 2025

Logan County Commissioners

Board to consider delegating bond authority for low- and middle-income housing financing

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.

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✓ Decided: Board approved resolution to delegate bond authority for low‑ and middle‑income housing

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.

Tue Nov 25, 2025

Logan County Commissioners

Logan County Commissioners hold work session on November 25

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.

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✓ Decided: Commissioners approved October 2025 proceedings (3‑0 vote)

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.

Tue Nov 18, 2025

Logan County Commissioners

Board will hold budget hearings for Logan County FY2026 budget

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.

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✓ Decided: Board approved consent agenda and two key agreements, all 3-0 votes

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.

Tue Nov 18, 2025

Logan County Commissioners

Logan County commissioners review agenda items and staff reports

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.

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✓ Decided: Commissioners approved prior minutes and agreed to advertise EMS Supervisor position

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.

Thu Nov 13, 2025

Logan County Fair Board

Board to approve October Treasurer’s Report and $366,906.61 cash balance

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.

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✓ Decided: Board raised night show tickets to $53 and party zone tickets to $73

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.

Wed Nov 12, 2025

Human Services Board

✓ Decided: Board approved the 2026‑2027 County Merit System certification form

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.

Tue Nov 4, 2025

Logan County Commissioners

Board to award bid for new county work truck and approve several land replat resolutions

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.

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Tue Nov 4, 2025

Logan County Commissioners

Commissioners consider Colorado opioid grant funding with Clear Path Recovery

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.

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✓ Decided: Board approved prior minutes and agreed to add Justice Center to emergency alert system

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.

Tue Oct 28, 2025

Logan County Commissioners

Commissioners will discuss buying and selling vehicles for the Larry Caster fleet

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.

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✓ Decided: Board selects two North Sterling bridges for grant applications

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.

Tue Oct 21, 2025

Logan County Commissioners

Commissioners consider moratorium on solar, wind, and data center permits

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.

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Tue Oct 21, 2025

Logan County Commissioners

Commissioners to review battery storage regulations

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.

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✓ Decided: County board tasked Wayne Howard to assess bridge costs and prioritize grant applications

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.

Tue Oct 14, 2025

Logan County Commissioners

Commissioners consider extending the Capital Improvements Sales and Use Tax

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.

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Tue Oct 14, 2025

Logan County Commissioners

Commissioners consider a moratorium on clean energy applications

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.

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✓ Decided: Commissioners waive venue fees for Hospice of the Plains event

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.

Thu Oct 9, 2025

Logan County Fair Board

Board will discuss and approve vendor contracts and renew key fair contracts

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.

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✓ Decided: Board approved $10 increase to RV camper spot fees

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.

Wed Oct 8, 2025

Human Services Board

Board will review the 2026 budget during the meeting

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.

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✓ Decided: Board set hiring of new Human Services Director for Jan 1 2026

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.

Tue Oct 7, 2025

Logan County Commissioners

Commissioners consider three subdivision exemptions and a right-of-way permit

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.

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Tue Oct 7, 2025

Logan County Commissioners

Commissioners will discuss the Sterling Urban Renewal Authority with staff

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.

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✓ Decided: Commissioners waive venue fees for Hospice of the Plains auction

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.

Tue Sep 30, 2025

Logan County Commissioners

Commissioners will vote to cancel erroneous tax sale certificates (Resolution 2025-19)

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.

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Tue Sep 30, 2025

Logan County Commissioners

Logan County Commissioners to hold department head budget meetings

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.

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✓ Decided: Commissioners approved new regular colored concrete for Third and Main Streets

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.

Tue Sep 23, 2025

Logan County Commissioners

Commissioners will approve minutes and begin department budget meetings

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.

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✓ Decided: Commissioners approved September 16 minutes by a 3‑0 vote

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.

Thu Sep 18, 2025

Logan County Fair Board

Fair board to discuss 2026 budget and VIP ticket complaints

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.

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Tue Sep 16, 2025

Logan County Commissioners

Commissioners consider stadium roof bid and road use agreements

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.

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Tue Sep 16, 2025

Logan County Commissioners

Commissioners will review the LCEDC Industrial Site Engineering Report

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.

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✓ Decided: Commissioners approved $17,633 cost share for economic development engineering report

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.

Wed Sep 10, 2025

Human Services Board

Board will review and approve TANF contracts

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.

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✓ Decided: Board approved $150,000 in TANF contracts

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.

Tue Sep 9, 2025

Logan County Commissioners

Commissioners address minutes, agenda changes, recovery, engineering report, grants

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.

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✓ Decided: Commissioners approved a $12,000 emergency shelter equipment purchase (2‑0 vote)

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.

Tue Sep 2, 2025

Logan County Commissioners

✓ Decided: Board agrees to adopt plan for northeast corner paver work

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.

Tue Aug 26, 2025

Logan County Commissioners

✓ Decided: Board directed drafting of resolution to opt into Proposition 123

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.

Tue Aug 19, 2025

Logan County Commissioners

Commissioners discuss ambulance staffing and burial of unclaimed cremains

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.

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✓ Decided: Board approves prior minutes, authorizes ALS hires, and tasks letter to Governor

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.

Tue Aug 12, 2025

Logan County Commissioners

✓ Decided: Board approved $15,000 purchase for a new sheriff’s vehicle

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.

Tue Aug 12, 2025

Human Services Board

Logan County Board of Human Services to review Core Plan

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.

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✓ Decided: Board approved the year‑two Core Services Plan

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.

Tue Aug 5, 2025

Logan County Commissioners

✓ Decided: Board approves hiring one ambulance employee and extends IGA for one year

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.

Tue Jul 29, 2025

Logan County Commissioners

✓ Decided: Board set a $25‑per‑month minimum payment plan for ambulance bills

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.

Tue Jul 22, 2025

Logan County Commissioners

✓ Decided: Commissioners approved July 15 work session minutes by a 3‑0 vote

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.

Tue Jul 22, 2025

Logan County Commissioners

✓ Decided: Commissioners approved July 15 minutes with a 3‑0 vote

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.

Tue Jul 15, 2025

Logan County Commissioners

✓ Decided: Logan County Board approves prior minutes and joins landfill coalition

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.

Wed Jul 9, 2025

Human Services Board

✓ Decided: Board approved June 11, 2025 meeting minutes

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.

Tue Jul 8, 2025

Logan County Commissioners

✓ Decided: Board caps Logan County’s contribution to methane coalition at $15,000

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.

Tue Jul 1, 2025

Logan County Commissioners

✓ Decided: Board awarded $1.44M asphalt contract and approved multiple county agreements

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).

Tue Jul 1, 2025

Logan County Commissioners

✓ Decided: Commissioners approved prior minutes and authorized bids for used pickups

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.

Tue Jun 24, 2025

Logan County Commissioners

✓ Decided: Commissioners waived facility fees for two upcoming community events

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.

Tue Jun 17, 2025

Logan County Commissioners

✓ Decided: Board approved three bridge replacement contracts and a special events liquor license

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.

Tue Jun 17, 2025

Logan County Commissioners

✓ Decided: Commissioners approved June 10 minutes and added Fair Board visit to agenda

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.

Wed Jun 11, 2025

Human Services Board

✓ Decided: Board approved May 14 meeting minutes

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.

Tue Jun 10, 2025

Logan County Commissioners

✓ Decided: Board approved Viaero Fiber Networks right-of-way permit for underground conduit

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.

Tue Jun 10, 2025

Logan County Commissioners

✓ Decided: Commissioners approved minutes and raised North Arena rental fee to $100

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.

Tue May 27, 2025

Logan County Commissioners

✓ Decided: Commissioners approved May 20 work‑session minutes (3‑0 vote)

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.

Tue May 20, 2025

Logan County Commissioners

✓ Decided: Board approved $145,737 bridge replacement on County Rd 41 to improve safety

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.

Tue May 20, 2025

Logan County Commissioners

✓ Decided: Board waives fees for Mitchek Event Center use in November 2025

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.

Wed May 14, 2025

Human Services Board

✓ Decided: Board approved multiple intergovernmental agreements and set next meeting date

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.

Tue May 13, 2025

Logan County Commissioners

✓ Decided: Commissioners raise formal bid threshold to $50,000

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.

Tue May 6, 2025

Logan County Commissioners

✓ Decided: Logan County Board approved fiber optic right‑of‑way agreement

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).

Tue May 6, 2025

Logan County Commissioners

✓ Decided: Commissioners approved ambulance hiring and adopted prior meeting minutes

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.

Tue Apr 29, 2025

Logan County Commissioners

✓ Decided: Board extended intergovernmental agreement with City of Sterling covering key services

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.

Tue Apr 29, 2025

Logan County Commissioners

✓ Decided: Commissioners schedule health department amendment resolution for May 6

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.

Tue Apr 22, 2025

Logan County Commissioners

✓ Decided: Commissioners approved the April 8 and 15 work session minutes (3‑0 vote)

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.

Tue Apr 15, 2025

Logan County Commissioners

✓ Decided: Board approved multiple contracts for Logan County Fair, including $13,000 beer garden

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.

Tue Apr 15, 2025

Logan County Commissioners

✓ Decided: Commissioners waive Cinco de Mayo fees and approve March proceedings

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.

Wed Apr 9, 2025

Human Services Board

✓ Decided: Board increased detention bed cap to 254 and set aside $10 M

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.

Tue Apr 8, 2025

Logan County Commissioners

✓ Decided: Commissioners approved March and April work session minutes, 3‑0 vote

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.

Tue Apr 1, 2025

Logan County Commissioners

✓ Decided: Commissioners approved $1,500 Heritage Festival funding and entered executive session

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.

Tue Mar 25, 2025

Logan County Commissioners

✓ Decided: Commissioners authorized signing of two seized vehicle titles

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.