Chaffee County public meetings in 2021

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings regarding the 2022 Budget and the appropriation of additional funds to cover budget excesses. The body will also review several subdivision requests and various contracts for the Visitors Bureau.

• Public hearing for adoption of the 2022 Budget
• Resolution 2021-84 to appropriate additional funds for expenses exceeding budgeted amounts
• Morrison Minor Subdivision Final Plat at 15974 County Road 306, Buena Vista
• Tomkiewicz/Fortier Heritage Water Subdivision Exemption at 9540 W Highway 50, Salida
• Proposed Policy Concerning Sick Leave Policy and Procedures During a Public Health Emergency

The Board of County Commissioners unanimously adopted the 2022 county budget of $52,265,289, the 2021 property tax levy, and the appropriations resolution. They also approved a $500,000 donation to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Chaffee County-Buena Vista capital campaign, with total 2022 expenditures of $1,000,000 from Cash Reserves. Several subdivision items were continued to January 4, 2022, and a sick leave policy was approved with a vaccine bonus for employees.

• Adopted 2022 budget of $52,265,289 (unanimous)
• Approved 2021 property tax levy resolution (unanimous)
• Approved appropriations resolution for 2022 (unanimous)
• Earmarked $500,000 donation to Boys & Girls Clubs capital campaign, total $1M from Cash Reserves (unanimous)
• Approved Morrison Minor Subdivision Final Plat with conditions (unanimous)
• Continued McFarland Heritage Water Subdivision Exemption to Jan 4, 2022 (unanimous)
• Continued Tomkiewicz/Fortier Heritage Water Subdivision Exemption to Jan 4, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved sick leave policy and $500 vaccine bonus for employees (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners Work Session - 2nd Monday

The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to review department reports and budget resolutions. The board will also discuss the county COVID leave policy and an Xcel Energy update regarding Salida Unit #1. Several contracts for the Chaffee County Visitors Bureau are under consideration.

• Consideration of all budget resolutions
• Xcel Energy update on retirement and decommissioning of Salida Unit #1
• Contract between Chaffee County Visitors Bureau and 50 West for video production
• Contract between Chaffee County Visitor's Bureau and Publication Printers for 2022 Visitor's Guide
• Discussion of county COVID leave policy

Planning Commission

The Chaffee County Planning Commission is meeting to approve the 2022 hearing schedule and review two development requests in Salida. The body will consider a residential subdivision and a multi-phase tourism business application.

• Ogden Major Subdivision Preliminary Plan-Final Plat at 12806 County Road 190 E to create five 4.0-acre lots
• Aspire Tours Limited Impact Reviews at 11302 County Road 190 W for an outfitting facility, employee campground, and public campground
• Approval of the 2022 Planning Commission Hearing Schedule
• Amendment of August 31, 2021 minutes regarding the Shaw Ranch Preliminary Plan

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss a proposed ordinance to pause new retail marijuana licenses in unincorporated areas until December 31, 2023. The body is also reviewing subdivision requests and various county contracts.

• Proposed moratorium on retail marijuana establishments in unincorporated Chaffee County
• Public hearing for Elk Run Conservation Subdivision at 28505, 28495, and 28375 County Road 340
• Change order of $60,957.30 to LM Kersting for Assessors Remodel
• Resolution 2021-79 to increase landfill charges for concrete, dirt, brush, and yard waste
• Contract with Hamilton Medical to purchase a ventilator for COVID patient transport

The Board unanimously approved the Elk Run Conservation Subdivision Sketch Plan, allowing a 393-acre parcel near Buena Vista to be subdivided into 29 lots with open space preserved. They also approved METAB grant awards, a $60,957.30 change order for the Assessor's Remodel, and a fermented malt beverage license renewal. Several items were discussed without action, including a septic violation, election review, and a marijuana moratorium ordinance first reading.

• Approved Elk Run Conservation Subdivision Sketch Plan (unanimous)
• Approved 2021 METAB grant funding recommendations (unanimous)
• Approved $60,957.30 change order to LM Kersting for Assessor's Remodel (unanimous)
• Approved renewal of fermented malt beverage license for Powder Monarch, LLC (unanimous)
• Continued Tomkiewicz/Fortier Heritage Water Subdivision Exemption to Dec 14, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda including landfill fee resolution, final plat, contracts, and hangar leases (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to review 11 board vacancies and applicants. The body will also consider several contracts and discuss county policies and land use updates.

• Review of 11 board vacancies and applicants
• Contract with Gobins for GlobalSearch software
• Contract with the City of Salida for meeting facilities
• Contract with Hamilton Medical for a COVID patient transport ventilator
• Review of the Chaffee County Fairgrounds master plan sketch plan

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing a preliminary plan to subdivide a 20.13-acre lot into seven residential lots. The commission is also continuing a review for a business development involving an outfitting facility and campgrounds.

• Peak View Major Subdivision Preliminary Plan: subdividing 20.13 acres into seven lots at 11415 County Road 190, Salida
• Aspire Tours Limited Impact Reviews: outfitting facility, employee campground, and public campground at 11302 County Road 190 W, Salida

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings on three residential and rural subdivision projects. They are also considering a housing grant application and the transfer of federal airport funds.

• Public hearing for Timber Creek Ranch to subdivide 184.27 acres into 59 lots
• Public hearing for El Rancho Vaquero to subdivide 29.28 acres into 3 lots
• Public hearing for Morrison Minor Subdivision to designate a 6.28 acre buildable lot
• Transfer of $150,000 in FY 2020 federal funds each to Central Colorado Regional Airport and Spanish Peaks Airport
• Ratification of agreement to purchase a 2022 North Star ambulance

The Board approved the El Rancho Vaquero Minor Subdivision final plat, allowing the resubdivision of 29.28 acres into three lots, with conditions. The Timber Creek Ranch Conservation Subdivision was remanded to the Planning Commission after the applicant indicated a shift to a standard subdivision. Several other items were continued, including the Morrison and Elk Run subdivisions, and the Board approved a housing grant application and a letter of support for the CFSO Act.

• Approved El Rancho Vaquero Minor Subdivision final plat (unanimous)
• Remanded Timber Creek Ranch Conservation Subdivision to Planning Commission (unanimous)
• Continued Morrison Minor Subdivision to December 14, 2021 (unanimous)
• Continued Elk Run Conservation Subdivision to December 7, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved submission of HB21-1271 housing grant application with $20,000 amendment (unanimous)
• Approved letter of support for CFSO Act (H.R. 4601) (unanimous)
• Approved transfer of $150,000 in federal funds from Harriett Alexander Airport to Central Colorado Regional and Spanish Peaks airports (unanimous)
• Approved virtual-only public participation for County meetings through January 4, 2022 (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a worksession on clustering policy and a special meeting to review two subdivision requests. The body is considering the designation of a buildable lot and a larger conservation subdivision project.

• Morrison Minor Subdivision Final Plat: request to designate a 6.28 outlot as a buildable lot at 15974 County Road 306
• Elk Run Conservation Subdivision: request to subdivide ~393 acres into 29 lots and four open space outlots at County Road 340
• Worksession to review Land Use Code and Comprehensive Plan clustering policy

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review a resolution to extend the local disaster emergency declaration. The body is also selecting a firm for the Land Use Code Rewrite Project and considering a liquor license transfer.

• Resolution 2021-81: Ratification and Extension/Amendment #15 of Declaration of Local Disaster Emergency
• Contract with Wold Architect for $23,485 for Administration Office Technology Design
• Transfer of Hotel and Restaurant Liquor License from Robin's to Turnip the Beet LLC
• Firm selection recommendation for Land Use Code Rewrite Project
• Amended contract and scope of work for Sarah Whittington

The Board unanimously approved Logan Simpson as the primary firm for the Land Use Code Rewrite Project and authorized staff to negotiate a contract, with the final contract to return for approval. The Board also approved the transfer of a liquor license from Robin's to Turnip the Beet LLC, and ratified Resolution 2021-81 extending the local disaster emergency declaration.

• Approved transfer of Hotel and Restaurant Liquor License from Robin's to Turnip the Beet LLC (unanimous)
• Approved Logan Simpson as primary firm for Land Use Code update and authorized staff to negotiate contract (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-81 Ratification and Extension/Amendment #15 of Declaration of Local Disaster Emergency (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda including $23,485 contract with Wold Architect for technology design (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners Work Session - 2nd Monday

The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to review departmental reports and discuss several contracts. Key items include a technology design contract for the Administration Office and a purchase agreement for an ambulance.

• Contract with Wold Architect for $23,485 for Technology Design for Administration Office Addition and Remodel
• Purchase agreement for a previously-budgeted ambulance
• Review of scope of work and amended contract with Sarah Whittington
• Update on landfill fee adoption schedule
• Planning Department update on short term rentals

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review several contracts, including forest and watershed health restoration and a Colorado Opioids Settlement MOU. The body will also hear a presentation on the development of the Colorado Mountain College Salida campus.

• Contract award for Wildland Urban Interface Forest and Watershed Health Restoration Projects
• Colorado Opioids Settlement Memorandum of Understanding
• Public Access Easement for a Public Scenic Viewing Area at Centerville Ranch
• Resolution 2021-80 to change Land Use Code notice requirements to first class mail
• Resolution 2021-78 approving the Hiser Agricultural Subdivision Exemption

The Board of County Commissioners approved several contracts, grants, and agreements, including contracts for forest restoration work, a state historical fund grant, a fair stimulus grant, a letter of support, an opioids settlement MOU, and a public access easement. All motions were unanimous. No formal action was taken on a presentation by Colorado Mountain College about developing the Salida campus.

• Approved contract with Colorado Forestry & Earthworks, LLC for $53,275 for Farrow Ranch and City of Salida Project (unanimous)
• Approved awards to Johnny Apple Tree Care for $36,000 (Canyons Project) and $16,500 (Pinon Ridge Subdivision Project) (unanimous)
• Approved State Historical Fund letter to move forward with Valley View School grant (unanimous)
• Approved Fair Stimulus Funding grant from Colorado Department of Agriculture for $40,842 (unanimous)
• Approved letter of support for Salida Community Center Community Revitalization Grant application (unanimous)
• Approved Colorado Opioids Settlement Memorandum of Understanding (unanimous)
• Approved Public Access Easement for Public Scenic Viewing Area at Centerville Ranch (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda including Resolution 2021-80 and Resolution 2021-78 (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Chaffee County Planning Commission is reviewing requests for two conservation subdivisions and one minor subdivision. The commission will also consider a limited impact review for a home-based veterinary business.

• Morrison Minor Subdivision Final Plat at 15974 County Road 306, Buena Vista
• At Home Pet Doctor Home Business Limited Impact Review at 15171 County Road 306, Buena Vista
• Timber Creek Ranch Conservation Subdivision: 184.27 acres into 59 lots and one 114.78-acre outlot at 8268 County Road 160, Salida
• Elk Run Conservation Subdivision: ~393 acres into 29 lots and four outlots totaling 313.88 acres at County Road 340, Buena Vista

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss amending land use code regarding utility transmission lines and pipelines. The body is also reviewing two subdivision requests in Buena Vista and Salida.

• Discussion to amend Section 7.8.33 to allow Administrative Review of transmission lines under 100 feet
• El Rancho Vaquero Minor Subdivision Final Plat: request to divide 29.28 acres into three lots at 28445 Los Nietos Drive
• Peak View Major Subdivision Preliminary Plan: request to divide 20.13 acres into seven lots at 11415 County Road 190

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing on changing property owner notice requirements in the Land Use Code. The body is also deciding on several subdivision resolutions and discussing landfill rate changes.

• Public hearing to replace certified return receipt notice with first class mail in Land Use Code Section 1.3.5 A2
• Resolution 2021-41 regarding McFarland Heritage Water Subdivision Exemption
• Resolution 2021-77 for Martellaro-Veltri Minor Subdivision final plat
• Proposed Landfill rate changes
• Contract with Tryg Group for the Assessor's Office remodel

The Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved a land use code text amendment to change notice requirements for adjacent property owners from certified mail to first class mail, and approved the final plat for the Martellaro-Veltri Minor Subdivision. They also approved a special event fee waiver for the Two Turkey Relay, a letter of support and $10,000 matching funds for a RESTORE grant for the Riverside Project, and continued a subdivision exemption decision to November 16, 2021. No formal action was taken on the Land Use Code Rewrite Project or landfill rate changes, which will be discussed further on November 2, 2021.

• Approved Land Use Code text amendment to change notice to adjacent property owners to first class mail (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-77 final plat for Martellaro-Veltri Minor Subdivision (unanimous)
• Approved waiver of special event fee for Two Turkey Relay (unanimous)
• Approved letter of support for RESTORE grant for Riverside Project (unanimous)
• Approved $10,000 matching funds for RESTORE grant (unanimous)
• Continued Resolution 2021-41 McFarland Heritage Water Subdivision Exemption to November 16, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including resolutions 2021-74, 2021-75, 2021-76 and other items (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of October 12, 2021 meeting (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings regarding two land subdivision requests and one appeal of an administrative decision. The meeting also includes a report from the County Sheriff and the approval of bills.

• Ogden Major Subdivision Preliminary Plan-Final Plat: request to subdivide 20.14 acres into five lots at 12806 County Road 190 E
• Hiser Agricultural Subdivision Exemption: request to re-subdivide 44.42 acres into two lots at 14580 County Road 193
• Appeal by Kristin Jones regarding denied Address and Access Permits for permanent access across the Union Pacific Railroad at County Road 102

The Board upheld the denial of Kristin Jones' request for an address and permanent access across the Union Pacific Railroad at County Road 102, with a 2-1 vote. They also approved the Hiser Agricultural Subdivision Exemption, remanded the Ogden Major Subdivision back to the Planning Commission, and approved the purchase of 185 Quigot Court.

• Approved minutes of Sept 21 and Oct 5 meetings (unanimous)
• Remanded Ogden Major Subdivision Preliminary Plan-Final Plat to Planning Commission (unanimous)
• Approved Hiser Agricultural Subdivision Exemption with staff conditions (unanimous)
• Upheld denial of Jones address and access permit across Union Pacific Railroad (2-1)
• Approved County Sheriff report (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-75 for purchase of 185 Quigot Court (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda including pay bills (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners Work Session - 2nd Monday

The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to receive reports from housing, EMS, and planning departments. The body will discuss the Granite Bridge project, agrotourism camping, and a scholarship partnership with Colorado Mountain College.

• Consideration of a contract with Tryg Group for the Assessor's Office remodel
• Discussion of the Granite Bridge project
• Request for 2022 funding from Southwest Conservation Corp
• Discussion on Agrotourism/"Heritage Land Campgrounds" camping considerations
• Proposed partnership with Colorado Mountain College for COSI 2021-22 scholarship funds

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings on two land use requests and consider several contracts. The meeting includes a review of a water court application and a liquor license renewal.

• Public hearing for Martellaro-Veltri Minor Subdivision to create four lots at 7476 County Road 145, Salida
• Public hearing for Smith-Arkansas River Investments LLC boundary line adjustment at 30210 & 30224 N Highway 24, Buena Vista
• Contract finalization with Dude Solutions for the Planning Department's SmartGov system
• Liquor Store License renewal for High Peaks Liquor at 12950 US HWY 24, Buena Vista
• Resolution 2021-73 regarding Adams Agricultural Subdivision Exemption No. 3

The Chaffee County Board of Commissioners approved a $25,000 pledge to support the Town of Buena Vista's Land and Water Conservation Fund 2022 grant application. They also finalized a contract with Dude Solutions for the SmartGov system, approved a subdivision plat and a boundary line adjustment, and filed a Statement of Opposition to a water court application. All decisions were made unanimously.

• Approved $25,000 pledge for Buena Vista Land and Water Conservation Fund grant (unanimous)
• Finalized Dude Solutions SmartGov contract up to $31,000 for 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved closing date change for 185 Quigot to October 15, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved Martellaro-Veltri Minor Subdivision Final Plat at 7476 County Road 145 (unanimous)
• Approved Smith-Arkansas River Investments Boundary Line Adjustment at 30210 & 30224 N Highway 24 (unanimous)
• Filed Statement of Opposition to Triview Metropolitan District Water Court application (unanimous)
• Approved liquor store license renewal for High Peaks Liquor (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-73 amending Adams Agricultural Subdivision Exemption No. 3 (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Chaffee County Planning Commission is meeting to consider two subdivision requests and a change to the Land Use Code. The commission will review preliminary and sketch plans for properties in Salida and Buena Vista.

• Ogden Major Subdivision: Request to subdivide 20.14 acres at 12806 County Road 190 E into five lots
• Callaway Minor Subdivision: Request to re-subdivide 10.62 acres at 17795 County Road 306 into three lots
• Land Use Code Text Amendment: Proposal to change Section 1.3.5 A2 to replace certified mail notice with first class mail

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss land use amendments for High County Village and the Vista Sawatch Major Subdivision. The body is also considering a contract for the SmartGov system and a resolution for GOCO grant applications.

• Contract with Dude Solutions for SmartGov system
• Resolution to support GOCO application for All Lands Camping Accelerator and Chaffee Recreation Adopters Projects
• Resolution 2021-69 regarding plat amendment for Lot 1 of the Vista Sawatch Major Subdivision
• Resolution 2021-70 regarding the High County Village Planned Development Plan and Major Subdivision
• Extension of Resolution 2021-34 to suspend land use applications for vacating right of ways in Nathrop

The board unanimously extended Resolution 2021-34, suspending land use applications for vacating right-of-ways in the Nathrop Townsite, until April 30, 2022, and committed to a workshop in October 2021 and a town meeting in November 2021. They also approved a plat amendment for Lot 1 of the Vista Sawatch Major Subdivision (Resolution 2021-71) and an amendment to the High Country Village planned development plan (Resolution 2021-70), both unanimously. The board approved a resolution supporting a GOCO grant application for the All-Lands Camping Plan and Recreation Adopters Phase II project, and appointed two members to the Northern Chaffee County Library District Board of Trustees. A contract with Dude Solutions for the SmartGov system was tabled to October 5, 2021.

• Extended Resolution 2021-34 moratorium on right-of-way vacating applications in Nathrop Townsite until April 30, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-71 plat amendment for Lot 1, Vista Sawatch Major Subdivision (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-70 amendment to High Country Village planned development plan (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-69 supporting GOCO grant application for All-Lands Camping Plan and Recreation Adopters Phase II (unanimous)
• Appointed Jan Azzopardi and Corelia Tom to Northern Chaffee County Library District Board of Trustees (Commissioners Felt and Baker voting; Granzella did not vote)
• Tabled SmartGov contract with Dude Solutions to October 5, 2021 meeting
• Approved minutes of September 14, 2021 regular meeting (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings on land transfers, liquor licenses, and a subdivision plan. The body is also discussing the Mallinckrodt bankruptcy restructuring and the removal of an unsafe structure.

• Public hearing on transferring 9051 County Road 140 from Salida School District to Chaffee County
• Request to subdivide 20.14 acres into five lots at 12806 County Road 190E
• Legal action to remove an unsafe building at 7118 Clark Hill Road
• Special Events Liquor Licenses for Central Colorado Conservancy and Colorado Fourteeners Initiative
• Ground lease for a hangar at Harriet Alexander Field

The Board of County Commissioners approved several items, including authorizing legal action to remove an unsafe structure at 7118 Clark Hill Road, approving a ground lease for a hangar at Harriet Alexander Field, and accepting a warranty deed from the Salida School District for 9051 County Road 140. They also continued the Ogden Major Subdivision preliminary plan to October 12, 2021, and returned the county's 2021 Private Activity Bond allocation to the state. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved minutes of September 7, 2021, with amendment to continue Jones appeal to October 12 (unanimous)
• Continued Ogden Major Subdivision Preliminary Plan-Final Plat to October 12, 2021 (unanimous)
• Returned 2021 Private Activity Bond allocation to DOH, with amendment to allow Chair to sign (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-66 accepting warranty deed from Salida School District for 9051 County Road 140 (unanimous)
• Approved ground lease with Don Dubin for hangar at Harriet Alexander Field (unanimous)
• Approved new hours for Veteran Services Office (unanimous)
• Authorized legal department to prepare lawsuit to remove unsafe building at 7118 Clark Hill Road (unanimous)
• Approved Mallinckrodt bankruptcy restructuring plan and opioid litigation update (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners Work Session - 2nd Monday

The Board of Commissioners is conducting a work session to review departmental reports and hold budget hearings. The meeting includes updates on housing, emergency management, and local community projects.

• Emergency Management Budget Hearing
• SBDC Budget Hearing
• Department of Housing report
• Salida Climate Action Plan Update
• Hill Ranch revegetation update

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a second reading of a proposed ordinance regarding short-term rentals in unincorporated areas. The body is also reviewing several subdivision plans, housing grants, and liquor licenses for events in Buena Vista.

• Second reading of ordinance for short-term rental licensing and operation
• Shaw Ranch Major Subdivision Preliminary Plan for 74.3 acres at 7380 County Road 221
• High Country Village amendment to allow 10 additional units at 27436 County Road 313
• Purchase contract for 185 Quigot Court
• Special Event Liquor Licenses for Rotary Club of Buena Vista and South Main Arts and Parks Trust

The Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved Ordinance 2021-002, adopting regulations for short-term rentals in unincorporated Chaffee County, with a commitment to quarterly review. They also approved several subdivision plats and exemptions, a hazardous waste contract, and continued the Jones railroad crossing appeal to October 12, 2021.

• Approved short-term rental ordinance 2021-002 (unanimous)
• Approved Clean Harbors hazardous waste contract up to $29,534 (unanimous)
• Approved Taylor Plat Amendment, Lot 1, Vista Sawatch Subdivision (unanimous)
• Continued Jones railroad crossing appeal to October 12, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved High Country Village Planned Development Amendment for 10 additional units (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-60 amending Land Use Code for Salida Airport Overlay District (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-61 lifting moratorium on residential development in Airport Overlay District (unanimous)
• Approved purchase contract for 185 Quigot Court, Poncha Springs (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission recommended approval of the Shaw Ranch Major Subdivision Preliminary Plan, subject to 20 conditions addressing floodplain, wildlife, slope, and commercial use concerns. The vote was 4-1 with one abstention. The Ogden Major Subdivision was continued to September 7, 2021, and the Martellaro-Veltri Minor Subdivision was also continued to that date.

• Approved Shaw Ranch Major Subdivision Preliminary Plan with conditions (4-1, Allen abstained)
• Continued Ogden Major Subdivision to September 7, 2021 (6-0)
• Continued Martellaro-Veltri Minor Subdivision to September 7, 2021 (6-0)
• Approved minutes of July 27, 2021 (5-0, Curgus abstained)
• Approved minutes of August 3, 2021 (5-0, Curgus abstained)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings on two heritage water subdivision exemptions and consider several land use resolutions. The body will also review a special event liquor license and marijuana license renewals.

• Public hearing for Ludwig Heritage Water Subdivision Exemption at 504 S. Pleasant Avenue, Buena Vista
• Public hearing for Peak View Heritage Water Subdivision Exemption at 11415 County Road 190, Salida
• Special Event Malt, Vinous and Spirituos Liquor License request for River Runners at 24070 CR 301, Buena Vista
• Medical and Retail Marijuana Infused Products license renewal request from PG Grow II, LLC
• Request to BLM for formal recognition of CR 397 and CR 398 as right-of-way under RS2477

The Chaffee County Board of Commissioners approved two heritage water subdivision exemptions (Ludwig and Peak View) along with variances, and directed staff to prepare resolutions for September 7, 2021. They also approved a special event liquor license for GARNA, renewed marijuana licenses for PG Grow II, LLC, and authorized letters/applications to BLM and the State Land Board for road right-of-way dedications. A public hearing for The Meadows Farm Outdoor Theater was withdrawn, and the McFarland exemption resolution was continued to September 7.

• Approved Ludwig Heritage Water Subdivision Exemption and variance (unanimous)
• Approved Peak View Heritage Water Subdivision Exemption and variance (unanimous)
• Approved special event liquor license for GARNA at River Runners, waived fees (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-59 Darland Heritage Water Subdivision Exemption (unanimous)
• Continued Resolution 2021-41 McFarland Heritage Water Subdivision Exemption to Sept 7 (unanimous)
• Approved renewal of Medical and Retail Marijuana Infused Products licenses for PG Grow II, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved letter to BLM for CR 397 and CR 398 right-of-way recognition under RS2477 (unanimous)
• Approved application to State Land Board for CR 323 dedication (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review several land use requests, including property subdivisions in Salida. The agenda also includes a grant for Harriet Alexander Field and a contract addendum involving Union Pacific.

• Airport Rescue Grant between Harriet Alexander Field and the FAA
• Contract addendum and reimbursement agreement with Union Pacific
• Cooper Property Minor Subdivision at 9325 County Road 160 and 9693 County Road 163
• Salida Airport Overlay District land use code text amendment
• Scott Heritage Water Subdivision at 14410 Highway 285

The Board approved the Cooper Property Minor Subdivision Final Plat, the Scott Heritage Water Subdivision Exemption, and the Harriet Alexander Salida Airport Protection Overlay with a Land Use Code text amendment. It also accepted an FAA Airport Rescue Grant, approved a Union Pacific reimbursement agreement for the Granite Bridge, ratified an amended special event permit for Renewal (formerly Meet Me At The Creek), and approved the consent agenda. The Sheriff's report was continued to August 17, 2021.

• Approved Cooper Property Minor Subdivision Final Plat (unanimous)
• Approved Scott Heritage Water Subdivision Exemption (unanimous)
• Approved Harriet Alexander Salida Airport Protection Overlay and Land Use Code text amendment (unanimous)
• Accepted FAA Airport Rescue Grant for Harriet Alexander Field (unanimous)
• Approved Union Pacific reimbursement agreement and addendum for Granite Bridge (unanimous)
• Ratified amendment to RESOLUTION 2021-44 for Renewal festival (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including pay bills and Veterans Service Officer report (unanimous)
• Continued Sheriff's report to August 17, 2021

Board of Commissioners Work Session - 2nd Monday

The Board of Commissioners is conducting a work session to receive reports from various county departments. The meeting includes discussions on wildfire mitigation and regional grant portfolios.

• XCEL Energy Wildfire Mitigation Plan presentation
• Great Outdoors Colorado (GOCO) strategic plan and grants portfolio overview
• BLM Hard Rock EIS discussion
• Department of Housing report
• Building, Planning & Engineering reports

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss a proposed ordinance for short-term rentals in unincorporated areas and a 10-year permit extension for Nestle Waters North America Inc. The meeting also includes several subdivision and plat amendments.

• Proposed ordinance for licensing and operation of short-term rentals in unincorporated Chaffee County
• 10-year extension request for Nestle Waters North America Inc. 1041 Permit
• Public hearing for Darland Heritage Water Subdivision to divide 58.04 acres into two lots
• Building inspections Intergovernmental Agreement with the City of Salida
• Liquor license renewal for Cliff Hangers Inc. at 22720 W. Highway 50

The Board of County Commissioners approved a 10-year extension of the 1041 permit for Blue Triton Brands, Inc. (formerly Nestle Waters North America) for spring water production, with conditions, effective August 4, 2021. The board also approved several subdivision exemptions, plat amendments, a building inspection agreement with Salida, and a liquor license renewal. A proposed short-term rental ordinance was introduced for first reading, with second reading scheduled for September 7, 2021.

• Approved 1041 permit extension for Blue Triton Brands (unanimous)
• Approved Darland Heritage Water Subdivision Exemption (unanimous)
• Continued McFarland Heritage Water Subdivision Exemption to Aug 17 (unanimous)
• Approved building inspection IGA with City of Salida (unanimous)
• Approved Cliffhangers liquor license renewal, waived fee (2-0, Baker absent)
• Approved Broadview ROSI Lot 3B Plat Amendment (unanimous)
• Approved Haygood Plat Amendment (unanimous)
• Approved Sage Heights Major Subdivision Sketch Plan (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss new regulations and a temporary cap on short-term rental licenses in unincorporated areas. The meeting includes several subdivision public hearings and a continued hearing regarding a 10-year permit extension for Nestle Waters North America Inc.

• Proposed ordinance and temporary cap on short-term rental licenses in unincorporated Chaffee County
• 10-year extension request for Nestle Waters North America Inc. 1041 Permit
• SCEDD grant funding match of $60,000 for a regional Broadband Coordinator
• Subdivision requests for Sage Heights (15 lots), Adams Agricultural (2 lots), and Darland Heritage Water (2 lots)
• Board of Health variance request for a graywater holding tank at Riverside Grill

The Board of County Commissioners approved Resolution 2021-52, imposing a temporary cap on the acceptance, submission, processing, and issuance of short-term rental licenses in unincorporated areas pending consideration of an ordinance. The board also approved several subdivision plans, a right-of-way vacation, a variance for Riverside Grill, and a special event permit for Meet Me At the Creek. The proposed short-term rental ordinance was continued to August 3, 2021.

• Approved Resolution 2021-52 imposing temporary cap on short-term rental licenses (unanimous)
• Approved Sage Heights Major Subdivision Sketch Plan with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved Adams Agricultural Subdivision Exemption #3 (unanimous)
• Continued Darland Heritage Water Subdivision Exemption to August 3, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved Swift Vacation of Right of Way with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved Riverside Grill Board of Health variance (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-44 for Meet Me At the Creek special event permit (unanimous)
• Renewed Beer and Wine On-Premise License for Station 24 Cafe, waived $175 fee (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to review a special event permit application for Live Nation's Seven Peaks festival. The board will also determine its position regarding a proposed Purdue Pharma bankruptcy settlement.

• Special event permit application for Live Nation's Seven Peaks festival
• Proposed Purdue Pharma bankruptcy settlement

The Board unanimously dismissed the special event permit application for Live Nation's Seven Peaks festival after the applicant withdrew. The Board also unanimously approved the proposed Purdue Pharma bankruptcy settlement as recommended, with ratification planned for the July 20, 2021 meeting.

• Dismissed Live Nation's Seven Peaks festival special event permit application (unanimous)
• Approved proposed Purdue Pharma bankruptcy settlement (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings regarding land use and plat amendments in Salida and Nathrop. The body will also review liquor license applications and a draft investment policy for Certificates of Participation.

• Public hearing for Haygood Plat Amendment at 11033 River's Edge Lane, Salida
• Public hearing for Broadview ROSI Lot 3B Plat Amendment at 21284 Broadview Road, Nathrop
• Transfer of Fermented Malt Beverage License for JV Food Shop at 12900 US Highway 24 and 285, Buena Vista
• Special Event Liquor License application for High Lonesome 100 trail running event
• Renewal of Hotel and Restaurant License for Robin's at 8046 US Highway 50, Salida

The Board approved the Haygood and Broadview ROSI plat amendments, directing staff to prepare resolutions for August 3, 2021. It also approved a fermented malt beverage license transfer for JV Food Shop, a special event liquor license for the High Lonesome 100, and a hotel/restaurant license renewal for Robin's. The Board continued two items to August 10, 2021: the Cooper Property Minor Subdivision Final Plat and the Land Use Code Text Amendment for the Salida Airport Overlay District. Additionally, it approved Resolution 2021-51 updating the County Investment Policy and appointed Jake Rishavy to the Southern Colorado Economic Development District board.

• Approved the Haygood Plat Amendment for 11033 River's Edge Lane, Salida, and directed staff to prepare a resolution for August 3, 2021.
• Approved the Broadview ROSI Lot 3B Plat Amendment for 21284 Broadview Road, Nathrop, and directed staff to prepare a resolution for August 3, 2021.
• Approved the transfer of a Fermented Malt Beverage License for JV Food Shop at 12900 US Highway 24 and 285, Buena Vista.
• Approved a Special Event Liquor License for the High Lonesome 100 trail running event on July 31, 2021.
• Approved the renewal of a Hotel and Restaurant License for Robin's at 8046 US Highway 50, Salida, and waived local fees of $175.00.
• Approved Resolution 2021-51 updating the Chaffee County Investment Policy Section 7.2.6.
• Appointed Jake Rishavy to the Southern Colorado Economic Development District Board of Directors.
• Continued the Cooper Property Minor Subdivision Final Plat and the Land Use Code Text Amendment to August 10, 2021.

Board of Commissioners Work Session - 2nd Monday

The Board of Commissioners is conducting a work session to receive reports from various county departments. The meeting includes discussions on a broadband ARPA request and a watershed planning grant proposal.

• Broadband ARPA Request presented by Eric Gubelman
• Grant Proposal Concept for Chaffee County Watershed Planning Work Group
• Department of Housing report
• Building, Planning & Engineering reports
• EMS and Emergency Management reports

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to address public health matters while sitting as the County Board of Health.

• Public Health discussion (sitting as the County Board of Health)

The Chaffee County Board of Health voted unanimously to maintain the current 5,000-person event capacity limit in the Public Health Order, which runs through August 31, 2021. The board also committed to reviewing the metrics and event capacity at least monthly. A motion to increase the outdoor event capacity to 10,545 failed for lack of a second.

• Approved motion to maintain the 5,000-person event capacity in the Public Health Order.
• Committed to reviewing event capacity metrics at least monthly.
• Rejected motion to increase outdoor event capacity to 10,545 (failed for lack of a second).

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings on property boundary adjustments and a 10-year permit extension for Nestle Waters North America Inc. The body will also discuss the county's preferred region for a statewide opioid litigation settlement.

• 10-year extension of 1041 Permit for Nestle Waters North America Inc. spring water production
• Contract between Chaffee County Jail and Turn Key Health
• Liquor license renewals for Brown's Canyon Brewing Company and Riverside Grill
• Fee waiver request for Chaffee Housing Trust for six homes at M and 3rd Streets
• Resolution 2021-32 regarding operating hours and activities on County properties

The Board of County Commissioners, acting as the 1041 Permit Authority, approved a 10-year extension of the existing 1041 permit for Nestle Waters North America Inc. (Blue Triton Brands) for a spring water production process, transmission pipeline, and loading facility, with agreeable conditions. The motion passed 2-1, with Commissioner Baker voting against. A draft resolution will be considered at the July 20, 2021 meeting. The Board also approved a contract with Turn Key Health for jail medical services up to $308,840, and approved several other resolutions and licenses.

• Approved the Eggleston-Bainbridge Boundary Line Adjustment for properties at 12433 & 12500 County Road 190 E, Salida.
• Continued the Ludwig Heritage Water Subdivision Exemption public hearing to a date uncertain.
• Approved Resolution 2021-49 for the RGP Industrial Park Subdivision Plat Amendment.
• Approved Resolution 2021-48 vacating portions of D Street and 4th Street and replatting Block 15 in Nathrop (2-1, Granzella opposed).
• Approved Resolutions 2021-47, 2021-46, and 2021-45 for Williams/O'Hare, Lofgren, and Nighthawk Heritage Water Subdivision Exemptions.
• Approved Resolution 2021-32 designating operating hours and unauthorized activities on County properties.
• Approved a fee waiver for Chaffee Housing Trust for six homes at M and 3rd Streets, not to exceed $8,000.
• Approved liquor license renewals for Brown's Canyon Brewing Company and Riverside Grill, waiving local fees.

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to consider a special event permit application submitted by Live Nation for the Seven Peaks festival.

• Special event permit application for Live Nation's Seven Peaks festival

The Board of County Commissioners continued the special event permit hearing for Live Nation's Seven Peaks festival to July 14, 2021, at 9:00 a.m. The applicant was given until July 6, 2021, to comply with state statute and the current Public Health Order. Written public comment will be accepted through July 8, 2021, and oral comments at the continued hearing will address only the applicant's amendments. The board also accepted all public comments received since the last hearing into the record.

• Continued the Seven Peaks festival hearing to July 14, 2021, at 9:00 a.m.
• Gave the applicant until July 6, 2021, to comply with state statute and the current Public Health Order.
• Scheduled a Special Board of Health meeting for July 7, 2021, at 1:00 p.m.
• Accepted public comments/testimony received since the last hearing into the record.
• Set deadlines: applicant materials due July 6, 2021; written public comment due July 8, 2021.
• Agreed to continue the hearing via Zoom, with applicant representatives allowed to present in person.

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is convening as the 1041 Permit Authority. They will hold a continued public hearing regarding a request from Nestle Waters North America Inc. for a permit extension.

• Public hearing for Nestle Waters North America Inc. regarding a 10-year extension of an existing 1041 Permit for spring water production, transmission pipeline, and loading facility at 12974 Hwy 24/285, Johnson Village, and 22565 and TBD CR 300, Nathrop

The Board of Commissioners, acting as the 1041 Permit Authority, continued the public hearing for Nestle Waters North America Inc.'s request for a 10-year extension of its 1041 permit for a spring water production facility. The board held an executive session for legal advice but made no decisions there. The hearing was continued to July 6, 2021, at the end of the agenda, not before 11:00 a.m. The board then adjourned.

• Continued the Nestle Waters 1041 permit hearing to July 6, 2021, at the end of the agenda, not before 11:00 a.m.
• Held an executive session under CRS 24-6-402(4)(b) for legal advice; no decisions were made in that session.
• Adjourned the special meeting at 1:32 p.m.

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will conduct public hearings regarding right-of-way vacations and subdivision exemptions. The body is also considering resolutions for special event permits and county property operating hours.

• Public hearing for Ortiz Road and Alley vacation of right of way in Nathrop
• Public hearing for Williams-O’Hare subdivision of 35.04 acres into two lots
• Public hearing for RGP Industrial Park road name change to RGP Drive
• Resolution 2021-42 for Meet Me At The Creek special event permit
• Resolution 2021-32 regarding operating hours and activities on County properties

The Board approved vacating the southwesterly half of 4th Street, the remaining 30 feet of D Street, and the alley in Block 15, Nathrop, as requested by William & Christine Ortiz, with utility easements reserved. A motion to also vacate the other half of D Street failed for lack of a second. The Board also approved the Williams-O'Hare subdivision exemption, the RGP Industrial Park road name change, a special event permit for Meet Me At The Creek, $20,000 for a public ice rink, and release of lot sales restrictions for Arkansas Valley Business Park Phase 2. Consideration of the Live Nation Seven Peaks Festival permit was continued to June 30, 2021.

• Approved the Ortiz road and alley vacation (4th St., D St., alley) with utility easements reserved; motion to vacate half of D St. failed.
• Approved the Williams-O'Hare Heritage Water Subdivision Exemption, directing staff to prepare a resolution.
• Approved the RGP Industrial Park Major Subdivision Plat Amendment to rename Padoven Loop Road to RGP Drive.
• Approved Resolution 2021-44 conditionally granting a special event permit for Meet Me At The Creek with amendments.
• Approved $20,000 from the Conservation Trust Fund for a public ice rink in Salida.
• Approved release of Lot Sales Restriction for Arkansas Valley Business Park Phase 2 (Lots 13-20).
• Continued consideration of Live Nation's Seven Peaks Festival permit to June 30, 2021.
• Continued consideration of Resolution 2021-32 (county property operating hours) to July 6, 2021.

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review several land subdivision requests and a $243,678.25 contract for the Assessor's Office remodel. Additional items include funding for capital projects via certificates of participation and various liquor license applications.

• $243,678.25 contract with L.M. Kersting for Assessor's Office remodel
• Larks Perch Major Subdivision Sketch Plan at 9479 Hutchinson Lane
• Cooper Property Minor Subdivision Final Plat at 9325 County Road 160 and 9693 County Road 163
• Lofgren Heritage Water Subdivision Exemption at 9245 County Road 156
• Nighthawk Heritage Water Subdivision Exemption at 9395 County Road 160

The Board of County Commissioners approved a resolution authorizing up to $8.5 million in lease-purchase financing for capital projects, secured by the Detention Facility. They also approved a $243,678.25 contract for the Assessor's Office remodel, several subdivision exemptions, and a liquor license renewal. Several items were continued to later dates, including the Blue Triton Brands 1041 permit hearing and a land use code text amendment.

• Approved Resolution 2021-43 authorizing up to $8.5M lease-purchase financing (unanimous)
• Approved $243,678.25 contract with L.M. Kersting for Assessor's Office remodel (unanimous)
• Approved Larks Perch Major Subdivision Sketch Plan with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved Lofgren Heritage Water Subdivision Exemption (unanimous)
• Approved Nighthawk Heritage Water Subdivision Exemption (unanimous)
• Approved release of lot sales restriction for Nola Minor Subdivision (unanimous)
• Approved renewal of Beer and Wine On-Premises License for Station 24, waived $175 fee (unanimous)
• Continued Blue Triton Brands 1041 permit hearing to June 24, 2021 (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners Work Session - 2nd Monday

The Board of Commissioners will conduct a work session covering various county reports and presentations. Discussion items include land use codes, energy topics, and a strategic plan.

• Request from Salida's Next Last Waltz to use Fairgrounds for November concerts
• Building, Planning and Engineering Reports
• Strategic Plan Work Session
• Presentation regarding a recent developers forum
• Atmos Energy Clean Energy Future presentation

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to decide on a Special Event Permit request. The request concerns an event scheduled for September 2021.

• Special Event Permit request from Bonfire Entertainment for Meet Me At the Creek at The Meadows (September 24-25, 2021)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will meet as the Board of Health to discuss attendance size for special events. The meeting includes a period for public comment.

• Consideration of attendance size for special events by the Board of Health

The Board of Health approved increasing outdoor event capacity to 5,000, indoor event capacity from 65% to 75%, and restaurant capacity to 100%, with a 2-1 vote. An amendment requiring a hazard mitigation plan was withdrawn after it was noted the terms were already in the county's public health toolkit.

• Approved outdoor event capacity increase to 5,000 (2-1)
• Approved indoor event capacity increase from 65% to 75% (2-1)
• Approved restaurant capacity to 100% (2-1)
• Withdrew amendment requiring hazard mitigation plan (after staff noted it was in toolkit)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings on two land subdivisions and a 1041 Permit extension for spring water production. The body will also consider several contracts, liquor license renewals, and a draft recreation plan.

• Public hearing for Nestle Waters North America Inc. regarding a 10-year 1041 Permit extension
• Subdivision request for 74.05 acres at 8309 & 8509 County Road 250
• Subdivision request for 41.2 acres at 22865 Maud Lane
• Liquor license renewal requests for VFW Post 1166 and Collegiate Peaks Golf Course
• Resolution to transfer North Fork Acres Subdivision roadways to the North Fork Acres Improvement Association

The Chaffee County Board of Commissioners approved two heritage water subdivision exemptions (Farney and McFarland), several contracts including a $18,450 buildings and grounds contract with Tryg Group, and liquor license renewals for VFW Post 1166 and Collegiate Peaks Golf Course. They also approved resolutions transferring North Fork Acres roadways, approving the Longmire Plat Amendment, and a Risk MAP MOA, while tabling a resolution on county property rules and continuing the Nestle 1041 permit hearing to June 15.

• Approved Farney Heritage Water Subdivision Exemption (unanimous)
• Approved McFarland Heritage Water Subdivision Exemption with condition adjustment (unanimous)
• Approved $18,450 contract with Tryg Group for Buildings and Grounds (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Evelyn Dowd for copywriting (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Discovery Pass LLC for media content (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-38 transferring North Fork Acres roadways (unanimous)
• Tabled Resolution 2021-32 on county property rules to June 15 (unanimous)
• Continued Nestle 1041 permit hearing to June 15 (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review several public hearings regarding property boundary adjustments and wastewater systems. The meeting also includes a 1:00 PM hearing for a Nestle Waters North America permit extension and consideration of $10,000 for a new pickleball facility.

• Public Hearing: Cogswell Boundary Line Adjustment at 15099 & 15015 County Road 350
• Public Hearing: Longmire Plat Amendment for wastewater system at 21282 Broadview Road
• Consideration of $10,000 in County CTF funds for a new Buena Vista pickleball facility
• Public Hearing: 10-year extension of 1041 Permit for Nestle Waters North America Inc.
• Agreement consideration with Greater Arkansas River Nature Association for waste diversion research

The Chaffee County Board of Commissioners approved a services contract with GARNA for waste diversion and recycling outreach, approved two property boundary/plat amendments (Cogswell and Longmire), ratified a support letter for a forest restoration grant, and approved support for two wildfire risk mitigation grant applications. They also released a lot sale restriction for Mountain Shadows, allocated $10,000 in Conservation Trust Funds to a Buena Vista pickleball facility, and approved Resolution 2021-37 for the Dvorak Heritage Water Subdivision Exemption. The board continued the Nestle Waters 1041 permit hearing to June 1, 2021, and set deadlines for public comments.

• Approved GARNA waste diversion and recycling contract (unanimous)
• Approved Cogswell Boundary Line Adjustment (unanimous)
• Approved Longmire Plat Amendment for OWTS (unanimous)
• Ratified support letter for Colorado Forest Restoration and Wildfire Risk Mitigation Grant (unanimous)
• Approved support for WUI Wildfire Risk Mitigation grant application (unanimous)
• Approved support for Chaffee Chips Fuel Reduction grant application (unanimous)
• Released lot sale restriction for Mountain Shadows Major Subdivision (unanimous)
• Approved $10,000 CTF for Buena Vista pickleball facility (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings on two subdivision requests in Salida. The body is also considering resolutions regarding county property use and a citizen-initiated ballot initiative.

• Public hearing for Sage Heights Major Subdivision Sketch Plan at 12506 County Road 190 E
• Public hearing for Cooper Property Minor Subdivision Final Plat at 9325 County Road 160 and 9693 County Road 163
• Transfer of North Fork Acres Subdivision roadways to the North Fork Acres Improvement Association
• Resolution opposing ballot Initiative 1B 'Protect Animals from Unnecessary Suffering and Exploitation'
• Amendment to the County Road 397 bridge rehabilitation project agreement

The Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved Amendment #4 to the County Road 397 bridge rehabilitation agreement, approved the Second Amended and Restated Intergovernmental Agreement among Central Mountains RETAC members, and approved Resolution 2021-36 opposing ballot Initiative 16 (PAUSE). They also continued several items, including the REDI Grant update to May 18, the Cooper Property Minor Subdivision Final Plat to June 15, and the Sage Heights Major Subdivision Sketch Plan to July 20. The board approved transferring North Fork Acres Subdivision roadways to the improvement association and the Rear Lane Access Drive Project agreement.

• Approved Amendment #4 to County Road 397 bridge rehabilitation agreement (unanimous)
• Approved Second Amended and Restated Intergovernmental Agreement among Central Mountains RETAC members (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-36 opposing ballot Initiative 16 'Protect Animals from Unnecessary Suffering and Exploitation' (unanimous)
• Approved transferring North Fork Acres Subdivision roadways to the North Fork Acres Improvement Association (unanimous)
• Approved Rear Lane Access Drive Project agreement with Diesslin Structures, Inc. (unanimous)
• Continued REDI Grant update to May 18, 2021 (unanimous)
• Continued Cooper Property Minor Subdivision Final Plat hearing to June 15, 2021 (unanimous)
• Continued Sage Heights Major Subdivision Sketch Plan hearing to July 20, 2021 (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners Work Session - 2nd Monday

The Board of Commissioners is meeting for a work session to receive reports from various county departments. The session includes discussions on financial procedures, public health, and grant programs.

• Review of February and March 2021 DHS financial reports
• Review of Buena Vista GOCO funding for 3 trails in River Park
• Discussion of the SPOT Trail
• Fire Mitigation Grant Program discussion with Adam Moore CSFS
• Meet and greet with the Colorado Department of Transportation

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings regarding land use code amendments and a subdivision request. The body is also considering resolutions on county property usage and the extension of a local disaster emergency declaration.

• Public hearing for 10-year extension of 1041 Permit for Nestle Waters North America Inc. spring water production
• Public hearing for Dvorak Heritage Water Subdivision to divide 6.89 acres into two lots at 17921 Highway 285
• Proposed Land Use Code Text Amendment for the Salida Airport Overlay District
• Consideration of REDI Grant for Local Economic Ecosystem Development
• Liquor license renewal request for Amber Waves Adventures, LLC dba American Adventure Expeditions

The Board approved a $70,000 match for the DOLA REDI grant, continued the Salida Airport Overlay District text amendment to June 15, and extended the local disaster emergency to July 6. It also approved a subdivision exemption, ratified a conservation easement conveyance, renewed a liquor license, and continued the Nestle 1041 permit hearing to May 18.

• Approved $70,000 match for REDI grant (unanimous)
• Continued Salida Airport Overlay District text amendment to June 15 (unanimous)
• Approved Dvorak Heritage Water Subdivision Exemption (unanimous)
• Continued Resolution 2021-32 on county property rules to May 11 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-35 extending disaster declaration to July 6 (unanimous)
• Ratified conservation easement conveyance to Colorado Parks and Wildlife (unanimous)
• Approved liquor license renewal for American Adventure Expeditions, waived $175 fee (unanimous)
• Approved letter of support for Upper Arkansas Forest Fund (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will consider various land use resolutions, including setback reductions and a suspension of right-of-way vacancies in Nathrop. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding a 10-year extension for a Nestle Waters North America Inc. spring water production permit.

• Public Hearing: Request to continue The Meadows Farm Outdoor Theater & Event Venue review to August 17, 2021
• Public Hearing: 10-year extension of 1041 Permit for Nestle Waters North America Inc. in Johnson Village and Nathrop
• Resolution to amend Section 7.8.22 of the Land Use Code to reduce setbacks
• Resolution to suspend acceptance of land use applications for vacating rights of way in Nathrop for 180 days
• Designation of a 30-day period of higher flows (1,400 c.f.s.) for county recreation in-channel diversion

The Board of County Commissioners approved a temporary 2,000-attendee cap for outdoor events in unincorporated Chaffee County during the COVID disaster emergency, with a requirement that permitted events submit a COVID element to their health and safety plans. The cap will be reviewed at monthly Board of Health meetings. The Board also approved several other items, including a marijuana setback amendment, a moratorium on road vacations in Nathrop, and fee waivers for the Chaffee Housing Trust.

• Approved Underwriter Engagement Agreement with Stifel for COP issuance (unanimous)
• Continued Meadows Farm Outdoor Theater & Event Venue review to Aug 17, 2021 (unanimous)
• Designated June 1-30, 2021 as 30-day higher flow period (1,400 cfs) for RICD water right (unanimous)
• Continued 1041 review discussion for Meadows to date set by legal department (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-33 amending marijuana setback rules for cultivation centers (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-34 imposing 180-day moratorium on road/alley vacation applications in Nathrop (unanimous)
• Approved additional fee waivers for Chaffee Housing Trust up to $3,500 plus $400 refund (unanimous)
• Approved 2,000-person cap for outdoor events with COVID plan requirement (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider several contracts and land use amendments. The body is discussing the issuance of Certificates of Participation for capital improvements and holding public hearings on subdivision and plat amendments.

• Discussion of Certificates of Participation valued at approximately $8,500,000.00 for capital projects, including the expansion of County Administrative Offices at 104 Crestone Avenue
• Public hearing for Peak View Major Subdivision Sketch Plan to subdivide 26.62 acres into eight lots at 11415 County Road 190
• Public hearing for Broadview ROSI Plat Amendment to change 'B-Buildable' area definitions for wells, septic systems, and decks
• Consideration of a Special Event Permit Fee Waiver for the Salida Pole, Pedal, Paddle (3P) Race
• Contracts for consideration with Sirius America Insurance Company, 4 Rivers-John Deere, and Publication Printers Corp.

The Board approved the Peak View Major Subdivision Sketch Plan for Sunnyside CR 190 LLC, allowing subdivision of a 26.62-acre tract into eight lots, with conditions including Road and Bridge review of CR 190W. They also approved contracts for detention center insurance, Road and Bridge equipment, and Visitors Bureau printing, and authorized pursuit of $8.5M in Certificates of Participation for capital projects. The Land Use Code Text Amendment for the Salida Airport Overlay District was continued to May 4, 2021.

• Approved Peak View Major Subdivision Sketch Plan (8 lots) with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Sirius America Insurance for Detention Center blanket accident medical coverage (unanimous)
• Approved $59,934.78 contract with 4Rivers Equipment-John Deere for Road and Bridge, with 2026 balloon payment (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Publication Printers Corp. for Visitors Bureau (unanimous)
• Continued Land Use Code Text Amendment for Salida Airport Overlay District to May 4, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved Special Event Permit Fee Waiver for Salida Pole, Pedal, Paddle Race (2-1, Felt against)
• Approved Broadview ROSI Plat Amendment to allow wells, septic, decks, patios in B areas (unanimous)
• Authorized pursuit of $8.5M Certificates of Participation for capital projects (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider several contracts and a special event fee waiver. The body will hold public hearings regarding a subdivision sketch plan and a plat amendment. Discussion includes the issuance of Certificates of Participation for capital improvements.

• Discussion of Certificates of Participation for approximately $8,500,000.00 for capital projects, including 104 Crestone Avenue office expansion
• Public hearing for Peak View Major Subdivision Sketch Plan at 11415 County Road 190 to subdivide 26.62 acres into eight lots
• Public hearing for Broadview ROSI Plat Amendment to allow wells, septic systems, decks, and patios in 'B-Buildable' areas
• Consideration of contracts with Sirius America Insurance Company, 4 Rivers-John Deere, and Publication Printers Corp.
• Consideration of a Special Event Permit Fee Waiver for the Salida Pole, Pedal, Paddle (3P) Race

Board of Commissioners Work Session - 2nd Monday

The Board of Commissioners is holding a work session to receive reports from various county departments. The body will discuss specific infrastructure projects and a potential event at the county fairgrounds.

• Review of Browns Canyon FLAP County Road 300 project
• Chaffee County Amateur Hockey Association Ice Rink Project
• Discussion of AARP Network of Age-Friendly States and Communities enrollment
• REDI Grant for Local Ecosystem Development
• Potential RV event at the Chaffee County Fairgrounds

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review a request to reduce setbacks for marijuana cultivation and manufacturing facilities. The meeting includes decisions on road and alley vacations in Nathrop and enforcement of short-term rental rules.

• Land Use Code amendment request by Sterling Stoudenmire of Pure Greens regarding marijuana facility setbacks
• Enforcement action for short-term rental violations at 8515 Cherokee Place, Salida
• Road and alley vacation resolutions for Habitat for Humanity and Joplin Properties in Nathrop
• Renewal of Medical Marijuana Optional Premise Cultivation License for PG Grow II at 7800 CR 152
• Approval of the 2021 Chaffee County Operating Plan for wildland fire management

The Board unanimously approved a Land Use Code text amendment to reduce setbacks for marijuana cultivation and infused products manufacturing facilities from adjacent residential uses. They also approved a CDOT intergovernmental agreement for deer fence maintenance, opened bids for seven county vehicles, accepted a grazing permit bid, approved the 2021 County Operating Plan, and approved two road/alley vacations in Nathrop. A discussion on the RICD 30-day flow recommendation was continued to April 20, and an enforcement action for a short-term rental violation was withdrawn due to an incorrect address.

• Approved Land Use Code text amendment reducing setbacks for marijuana cultivation facilities (unanimous)
• Approved IGA with CDOT for deer fence/guard maintenance at County Rd. 301 (unanimous)
• Opened 26 bids for seven county vehicles; staff to coordinate awards
• Approved Resolution 2021-31 vacating road/alley in Nathrop Block 16 (2-1, Baker opposed)
• Accepted Scanga Ranch LLC bid for grazing permit at Fairgrounds (unanimous)
• Approved 2021 Chaffee County Operating Plan (unanimous)
• Approved 180-day suspension of land use applications for vacating rights-of-way in Nathrop (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-30 vacating alleyway in Nathrop Block 22 (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet virtually to discuss options for recycling services. This discussion involves Chaffee County and its municipalities.

• Discussion of recycling services for Chaffee County and municipalities

The Chaffee County Commissioners held a special meeting on April 2, 2021, to discuss options for recycling services across the county and its municipalities. Representatives from Angel of Shavano Recycling, Chaffee County-Teller County Waste, Waste Management, and a waste diversion study contributor spoke, but no municipal representatives were present. No formal action was taken on the matter.

• Discussed recycling service options with input from waste haulers and a study contributor
• Took no formal action on recycling services

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet virtually to conduct regular business. The agenda includes a request to enter Executive Session to discuss a potential transfer of a property interest and negotiate related matters.

• Executive Session regarding potential transfer of a property interest

The Chaffee County Board of Commissioners met in special session on March 29, 2021, and voted to enter an executive session to discuss a potential property transfer and negotiation strategy. After the session, they reconvened but took no formal action. The meeting adjourned shortly after.

• Moved into executive session under C.R.S. 24-6-402(4)(a) and (e)(I) (2-0, Baker absent)
• No formal action taken after executive session
• Adjourned meeting at 10:04 a.m. (2-0, Baker absent)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will conduct a public hearing regarding a 10-year permit extension for Nestle Waters North America Inc. The meeting also includes discussions on road vacations, water rights, and land annexation in Salida.

• Public hearing for Nestle Waters North America Inc. 10-year extension of a 1041 Permit for spring water production
• Public hearing for Joplin Properties, LLC to vacate roads and alleys in the Townsite of Nathrop
• Discussion of annexation of a 6.22 acre parcel in the City of Salida (Upchurch Property)
• Request for matching funds for the Town of Buena Vista Recreation GOCO application
• Bids for the sale of seven county vehicles

The Board approved a partial vacation of rights-of-way in Nathrop for Joplin Properties, LLC, after a motion to approve the full request failed for lack of a second. The approved motion vacated the alley between B and C Streets and the western half of 4th Street between B and C Streets, with a resolution to be prepared for April 6, 2021. The vote was 2-1, with Commissioner Baker dissenting.

• Approved partial road/alley vacation for Joplin Properties (2-1)
• Full vacation request failed for lack of a second
• Scheduled special meeting for March 18 on Upchurch annexation letter (unanimous)
• Approved matching funds for Buena Vista GOCO grant (unanimous)
• Continued Nestle Waters 1041 permit hearing to April 20 (unanimous)
• Selected June 13-20 as RICD high-flow days (unanimous)
• Directed legal staff to pursue enforcement at 3400 Willow Lane (unanimous)
• Approved temporary liquor license transfer for JV Food Shop (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Chaffee County Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings on several property subdivisions and land use code changes. The meeting also includes a presentation from Nestle Waters North America and a request regarding airport entitlements.

• Public hearing for Ogden Major Subdivision at 12806 County Road 190 E to create five 4.0-acre lots
• Request to reduce setbacks for Marijuana Optional Premises Cultivation Center/Infused Products Manufacturing Facility
• Public hearing for Habitat Road and Alley Vacation of Right of Way at 11248 County Road 198
• Proposed Land Use Code Text Amendment to replace the Salida Airport Overlay District section
• Request for FAA approval to transfer entitlements from Harriet Alexander Field-Salida Airport to Southeast Colorado Regional Airport

The Board approved the Ogden Major Subdivision Sketch Plan to divide 20.14 acres into five lots. It denied the Habitat for Humanity road and alley vacation request, but approved a partial alley vacation with a pedestrian easement. The Board also approved transferring $150,000 in airport entitlements to Southeast Colorado Regional Airport. All other items were continued or approved as part of the consent agenda.

• Approved the Ogden Major Subdivision Sketch Plan to subdivide into five lots.
• Denied the full Habitat for Humanity road and alley vacation request.
• Approved vacating 12.5 feet of alley with a 10-foot pedestrian easement behind the Habitat property.
• Approved the $150,000 transfer of airport entitlements to Southeast Colorado Regional Airport.
• Approved the consent agenda, including paying bills and the Veterans Service Officer report.
• Continued the Cooper Property Minor Subdivision Final Plat hearing to a date uncertain.
• Continued the Land Use Code Text Amendment for the Salida Airport Overlay District to April 13, 2021.
• Continued the Pure Greens Land Use Code Text Amendment to April 6, 2021.

Board of Commissioners Work Session - 2nd Monday

The Board of Commissioners is conducting a work session to receive reports from various county departments. The body will also review funding reports and discuss public land and recreation issues.

• Review of ARWC Decker Fire CDPHE funding final report
• Review of Buena Vista GOCO funding for 3 new and improved trails in River Park
• Discussion of RICD administration dates and criteria
• Reports from Department of Housing, Building, Planning & Engineering, and EMS/Emergency Management
• Updates on BLM and public land recreation issues

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider several items including a property boundary adjustment in Salida and building permit fee waivers for affordable homes. The meeting also includes discussions on landfill fees, airport board appointments, and disaster emergency extensions.

• Public hearing for Schalit Boundary Line Adjustment at 7857 & 7893 County 150, Salida
• Request to waive building permit fees for eight affordable homes in River Ridge development
• Consideration of four appointments to the Airport Board
• Resolution amending landfill fees
• Ratification and extension of Declaration of Local Disaster Emergency via Resolution 2021-27

The Board approved a $30,625 contract with Wold Architects and Engineers for a sketch design of the EMS/Public Safety Building for the north-end campus. They also approved a boundary line adjustment for properties at 7857 & 7893 County 150, Salida, and waived up to $7,500 in building permit fees for eight affordable homes in the River Ridge development. Appointments to the Airport Board and a new Bed and Breakfast Permit for The Tudor Rose were also approved.

• Approved contract with Wold Architects and Engineers for EMS/Public Safety Building sketch design, $30,625
• Approved Schalit Boundary Line Adjustment for properties at 7857 & 7893 County 150, Salida
• Approved waiver of up to $7,500 in building permit fees for eight affordable homes in River Ridge development
• Appointed Steve Bush, Dennis Dempsey (3-year terms) and Jerry Cunningham, Charles Coleman (2-year terms) to Airport Board
• Approved support for Historic St. Elmo grant request to Colorado State Historical Fund for box car interpretive station
• Approved Bed and Breakfast Permit for Panacea Property Management LLC dba The Tudor Rose, 6720 County Rd. 104, Salida
• Approved letter of support for Marie Haskett's reappointment to Colorado Parks and Wildlife Commission
• Approved Resolution 2021-27 Ratification and Extension/Amendment #11 of Declaration of Local Disaster Emergency

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is holding a joint work session with the Board of County Commissioners. The body will consider a suggested amendment to Section 4.2.6 of the Land Use Code regarding Special Event Permits.

• Land Use Code Amendment Suggestion, Section 4.2.6, regarding Special Event Permits

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding a permit extension for spring water production. The body is also considering various land use amendments, a sheriff's office contract, and landfill rate changes.

• Public hearing for 10-year extension of 1041 Permit for Nestle Waters North America Inc. at 12974 Hwy 24/285
• Contract between Chaffee County Sheriff's Office and Axon Enterprise, Inc. for Taser supplies
• Request to vacate a portion of E Street and an alley at 11248 County Road 198 for Habitat for Humanity
• Proposed refund of $1,320 for infrastructure corrections on Vista Sawatch
• Landfill Committee discussion regarding new rates

The Chaffee County Board of Commissioners approved a contract with Axon Enterprise for Taser supplies and support (2020-2025), approved a grant application for the Valley View School rehabilitation, and approved a letter of support for a Recreation Plan. They continued the Habitat for Humanity road and alley vacation request to March 9, 2021, and continued the Nestle 1041 permit renewal hearing to March 16, 2021. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Axon Enterprise Taser supplies and support contract (unanimous)
• Approved DOLA grant application for Valley View School rehabilitation (unanimous)
• Approved computer use policy for non-employees (unanimous)
• Approved letter of support for Chaffee County Recreation Plan (unanimous)
• Approved resolution for Reynolds Plat Amendment (unanimous)
• Directed staff to send demolition letter for 7118 Clark Hill Road (unanimous)
• Approved $1,320 refund for Vista Sawatch road corrections (unanimous)
• Approved $2,860 escrow to release RGP Industrial Park lot sales restriction (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider several public hearing items, including a major subdivision plan for Shaw Ranch and a land use code amendment. The meeting also includes discussions on various board appointments and contract considerations.

• Shaw Ranch Major Subdivision Sketch Plan: subdividing 74.3 acres into eight lots
• Land Use Code Text Amendment regarding Salida Airport Overlay District
• Habitat Road and Alley Vacation of Right of Way at 11248 County Road 198
• Contract between Chaffee County Landfill and Wagner Equipment for a landfill compactor
• Contract between Chaffee County Finance and Road and Bridge for Browns Canyon Access Road Project

The Board approved a $399,025.93 contract with Wagner Equipment for a Caterpillar 816K landfill compactor, approved a Federal Highway Administration agreement for the Browns Canyon Access Road Project, and approved the Shaw Ranch Major Subdivision Sketch Plan. Several items were continued to later dates, including the Land Use Code Text Amendment and the Habitat Road and Alley Vacation.

• Approved $399,025.93 contract with Wagner Equipment for landfill compactor (unanimous)
• Approved Federal Highway Administration agreement for Browns Canyon Access Road Project (unanimous)
• Approved Shaw Ranch Major Subdivision Sketch Plan (unanimous)
• Continued Land Use Code Text Amendment to March 9, 2021 (unanimous)
• Continued Habitat Road and Alley Vacation to February 16, 2021 (unanimous)
• Appointed five members to Planning Commission (unanimous)
• Appointed two members to Transportation Advisory Board (unanimous)
• Approved liquor license renewal for Mt. Princeton Hot Springs Resort (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners Work Session - 2nd Monday

The Board of Commissioners is meeting for a work session to receive departmental reports and discuss specific local projects. The session includes updates on housing, emergency services, and regional infrastructure.

• Tennessee Pass Rail Line discussion
• Hill Ranch Revegetation update
• Resilient Entrepreneurial Ecosystems CO Creation Plan
• Reports from Department of Housing, EMS, Emergency Management, and Building, Planning & Engineering
• Meetings of the Landfill Committee, Board of Social Services, and Board of Health

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review several public hearings regarding land and water subdivisions. The agenda also includes various board appointments and a proposal to retain legal counsel for rail service matters.

• Public hearing: Habitat Road and Alley vacation for Chaffee County Habitat for Humanity
• Public hearing: Reynolds Plat Amendment at 5713 Pinon Ridge Trail
• Contract consideration: Chaffee County Visitors Bureau and Absolute Computer Design for a webcam
• Legal retention: Kaplan Kirsch & Rockwell LLP regarding Tennessee Pass rail line service
• Board appointments: Multiple positions including Planning Commission and Transportation Board

The Chaffee County Board of Commissioners approved multiple board appointments, including to the Agricultural Land Use Conflict Board, Board of Review, Fair Committee, and others, all unanimously. They also approved several subdivision exemptions, including Bainbridge Heritage Water, Olson Heritage Water, and Valley View School, and authorized retaining legal counsel for Tennessee Pass rail matters. The Habitat Road and Alley Vacation public hearing was continued to February 9, 2021.

• Approved webcam contract with Absolute Computer Design (unanimous)
• Appointed members to Agricultural Land Use Conflict Board, Board of Review, Common Ground, Fair Committee, Heritage Area, Marijuana Excise Tax, Transportation, Visitors Bureau (all unanimous)
• Continued Planning Commission appointments to Feb 9, 2021
• Continued Habitat Road and Alley Vacation hearing to Feb 9, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved Reynolds Plat Amendment (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-12 amending North Fork Ranches plat for Lionelle Road maintenance (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-10 Bainbridge Heritage Water Subdivision Exemption (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-02 Olson Heritage Water Subdivision Exemption (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

This special meeting was scheduled to discuss railroad-related matters including the Unita Basin EIS and legal representation for Tennessee Pass rail lines. However, the meeting was cancelled.

• Submission of county comments on EIS for Unita Basin railroad proposed by Rio Grande Pacific Corporation
• Retention of law firm Kaplan Kirsch & Rockwell LLP regarding Tennessee Pass and Union Pacific rail lines

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider a 10-year permit extension for Nestle Waters North America Inc. regarding spring water production and pipelines. The board will also discuss short-term rental enforcement and various license renewals.

• Public hearing for Nestle Waters North America Inc. 10-year 1041 Permit extension at 12974 Hwy 24/285 and other locations
• Contract consideration with Rue Logging for Methodist Front WVI Forest and watershed health restoration project, Phase I
• Enforcement actions for short-term rental violations at 8490 CR 225, 16725 CR 289, 14415 CR 261C, and 30247 Eagles Ridge
• Retail Marijuana Cultivation License renewal for PG Grow II at 7800 CR 152
• Retail or Fermented Malt Beverage License renewal for Independent Whitewater DBA Drift Inn

The Board unanimously directed the County Attorney to bring enforcement actions against four properties for violating the short-term rental code. It also approved a $48,297.20 contract for a forest health project, continued two land-use hearings to February 9, and renewed licenses for a marijuana cultivation facility and a liquor license. The Nestle 1041 permit renewal hearing was continued to February 16.

• Approved Rue Logging contract for Methodist Front WVI forest health project, $48,297.20 (unanimous)
• Directed enforcement action against 8490 County Road 225 for short-term rental violation (unanimous)
• Directed enforcement action against 16725 County Road 289 for short-term rental violation (unanimous)
• Directed enforcement action against 14415 County Road 261C for short-term rental violation (unanimous)
• Directed enforcement action against 30247 Eagles Ridge for short-term rental violation (unanimous)
• Continued Airport Overlay Land Use Code Text Amendment to Feb 9 (unanimous)
• Continued Shaw Ranch Major Subdivision Sketch Plan to Feb 9 (unanimous)
• Approved renewal of Retail Marijuana Cultivation License for PG Grow II (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Chaffee County Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings regarding three subdivision exemption requests in Salida. The board will also consider contracts for janitorial services and a marketing director agreement.

• Public hearing: Bainbridge Heritage Water Subdivision Exemption at 12500 County Road 190E
• Public hearing: Olson Heritage Water Subdivision Exemption at 7600 County Road 111
• Public hearing: Valley View School Subdivision Exemption for Public Benefit at 9051 County Road 140
• Contract consideration for EnB Janitorial for the Touber Building, Fairgrounds, and Courthouse
• Consideration of CCVB Marketing Director agreement with Scott Peterson

The Chaffee County Board of Commissioners approved three subdivision exemption requests, three janitorial service contracts with EnB Janitorial LLC, a proclamation honoring Jim Wilson, and a contract with CCVB Marketing Director Scott Peterson. All votes were unanimous. The board also approved the consent agenda and minutes from the previous meeting.

• Approved three 3-year janitorial contracts with EnB Janitorial LLC (unanimous)
• Approved Bainbridge Heritage Water Subdivision Exemption at 12500 County Road 190E (unanimous)
• Approved Olson Heritage Water Subdivision Exemption at 7600 County Road 111 (unanimous)
• Approved Valley View School Subdivision Exemption for Public Benefit at 9051 County Road 140 (unanimous)
• Approved proclamation honoring retiring State House District 60 Representative Jim Wilson (unanimous)
• Approved three-year contract with CCVB Marketing Director Scott Peterson (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including pay bills and December 2020 reports (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of January 5, 2021 meeting (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners Work Session - 2nd Monday

The Board of Commissioners is conducting a work session to receive reports from various county departments. The meeting includes discussions on land purchases, infrastructure, and community planning.

• Potential land purchase update from Salida School District Superintendent David Blackburn
• CR 107 BLA discussion with Jon Roorda
• County Coroner year end report from Jeff Graf
• Resilient Entrepreneurial Ecosystem CO Creation Plan presentation
• Reports from Department of Housing, EMS, Emergency Management, and Building, Planning & Engineering

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss extending bans on retail and medical marijuana facilities through 2021. They are also considering a temporary moratorium on residential development in the Airport Overlay District and an extension of the COVID-19 disaster declaration.

• Temporary moratorium on residential development applications in the Airport Overlay District
• Extension of retail and medical marijuana facility bans until December 31, 2021
• Contract with CSU for wildfire fuels reduction and awareness programs
• Contract with Simpleview, LLC for Chaffee County Visitors Bureau website development
• Resolutions for Dao Minor Subdivision, Roach Heritage Water, and Sampson Heritage Water