Chaffee County public meetings in 2022

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners approved the 2023 budget, including property tax levies and fund appropriations. The board also approved two major subdivision sketch plans and ratified a land purchase near the airport.

• Approved 2023 budget appropriations of $70,019,615 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-81 levying general property taxes for 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved Cactus Flats Major Subdivision Sketch Plan (unanimous)
• Approved Cattle Creek Major Subdivision Sketch Plan (unanimous)
• Ratified contract to purchase 12.7 acres TBD CR 140 from Tracey Guccione and David Padoven (unanimous)
• Approved Request for Change from Otak for bridge rehabilitations on CR 162, 338, and 306 (unanimous)
• Approved waiver of Building Department fees for Chaffee Housing Authority's Jane's Place Project (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-86 reappointing Corelia Tom to the North Library Board (unanimous)

County Board

The board approved the agenda and the minutes from the November 3, 2022 meeting. Members agreed to a 2023 meeting schedule, generally occurring on the second Thursday of each month. No other substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved agenda as amended (unanimous)
• Approved November 3, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted 2023 meeting schedule

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners approved several land use requests, including four lot line eliminations and one boundary line adjustment. They also authorized contracts for the Visitors Bureau and a partnership with Colorado Mountain College for scholarship funds.

• Approved ground lease for Mark W. Klingensmith at Salida Airport (unanimous)
• Approved three Visitors Bureau contracts totaling $59,998 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-79 for Colorado Mountain College scholarship partnership (unanimous)
• Approved wastewater system variance for Andrew Marks at Harriet Alexander Field (unanimous)
• Approved lot line eliminations for Hecht, Ponikvar, Kirsch, and Campbell (unanimous)
• Approved Shively boundary line adjustment and related variance (unanimous)
• Continued Brinkmann Heritage Water Subdivision Exemption to Jan 3, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda including Elk Run and Trilogy Harvard subdivisions (unanimous)

County Board

The Chaffee County Visitors Bureau Board is meeting to approve the minutes from November 15, 2022, and vote on an adjusted budget for 2023. The meeting includes reports from the Marketing Director and board members.

• Approval of adjusted 2023 budget with a total of $708,000.00
• Proposed 2023 budget allocation of $300,000.00 for Online Marketing
• Proposed 2023 budget allocation of $105,000.00 for Marketing Director
• Proposed 2023 budget allocation of $77,500.00 for Video Production

The board approved a reduced 2023 budget to align with a new ballot measure regarding lodging taxes. The board requested a resolution from the BOCC to define long-term access to $300,000 in carry-forward funds and $600,000 in reserves.

• Approved 2023 budget of $708,000 (unanimous)

County Board

The Chaffee Housing Authority Board of Directors will meet to vote on deed restrictions. The board will also discuss updates to Jane’s Place, community guidelines, and a special purpose entity for tax abatements on affordable housing.

• Vote on deed restrictions
• Discussion of tax abatement via Special Purpose Entity for affordable housing
• Update on Jane’s Place from Owners Agent Todd Goulding
• Review of Community Guidelines for December 2022 adoption
• Presentation on Energy Smart Colorado

County Board

The Airport Board approved a hangar purchase and land lease for Mark Klingensmith. The board reviewed updates on the 2023 budget, terminal design, and shop expansion. The 2023 Airshow is scheduled for September 16, 2023.

• Approved minutes of the October 26, 2022 meeting (All approved)
• Approved Mark Klingensmith’s Hangar Purchase and Land Lease (All approved)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss extending a temporary moratorium on certain land use applications pending new water adequacy standards. The body is also reviewing a liquor license and several boundary and subdivision adjustments.

• Additional $20,000 for Granite Bridge Design Contract with Oatek
• Liquor License public hearing for Trigger's Liquors LLC at 22763 W US Highway 50
• Resolution 2022-74 to extend temporary moratorium on certain land use applications
• Resolution 2022-07 approving Ogden Major Subdivision Preliminary Plan- Final Plat
• Request to hire a consultant for a Multi-Modal Transportation Plan

The Board approved a temporary moratorium on certain land use applications pending new water adequacy standards and land use code updates. Other actions included approving a liquor license and a bridge design contract amendment. The Board also supported a grant application for creek restoration.

• Approved Resolution 2022-74 extending temporary moratorium on certain land use applications (unanimous)
• Approved liquor license for Trigger's Liquors LLC (2-1)
• Approved $20,000 second request for change for Granite Bridge Design Contract with Oatek (unanimous)
• Approved Letter of Support for Envision CWCB Grant Application for Fourmile Creek restoration (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-75 Sullivan-Finsterwald Boundary Line Adjustment (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-76 Kuhn-Webb Boundary Line Adjustment and Lot Line Elimination (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-77 Veltri Heritage Water Subdivision Exemption (unanimous)
• Continued Resolution 2022-07 Ogden Major Subdivision Preliminary Plan- Final Plat to December 15, 2022

County Board

The board reviewed a passed ballot measure that reallocates lodging tax funds, with 40% going to the CCVB for marketing and 60% for workforce housing, childcare, and visitor experience. The board discussed budget cuts and the creation of a $600,000 emergency fund. A revised budget will be reviewed on November 15, 2022, to meet a December deadline.

• Approved October 25, 2022 meeting minutes
• Established $600,000 emergency fund from 2022 carry forward

Board of Commissioners Work Session - 2nd Monday

The Board of Commissioners conducted a work session featuring various departmental reports and stakeholder meetings. The Board entered an executive session to receive legal advice regarding land use, but no decisions were made during that session.

• Approved motion to enter executive session regarding land use (unanimous)
• No decisions made during executive session

County Board

The Board approved serving as the lead entity for fundraising to move an observatory from Wyoming to Hutchinson Ranch. Members also reviewed the Byway Corridor Management Plan update and provided no objections to two subdivision reviews.

• Approved CCHAAB as lead entity for observatory fundraising (AIFO)
• Approved September and October Board minutes (AIFO)
• No objections recorded for Ferris Minor Subdivision review
• No objections recorded for Box Subdivision/Mt. Harvard Estates review

Planning Commission

The Chaffee County Planning Commission is meeting to discuss updates to Module 2 of the Land Use Code (LUC).

• Discussion of LUC updates for Module 2

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners approved a major subdivision sketch plan for Trilogy Harvard Investments, LLC and amended land use codes regarding school land dedication. Other actions included approving a visitors bureau marketing contract and a library board reappointment.

• Approved $77,500 contract for Chaffee County Visitors Bureau with 50West Productions LLC (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-69 to reappoint Cheryl Pearce-Trujillo to the Salida Regional Library (2-0, Commissioner Baker abstained)
• Approved Land Use Code Text Amendment for School Land Dedication Standards (unanimous)
• Approved Trilogy Harvard Major Subdivision sketch plan to subdivide 25.45 acres into 8 lots and 1 outlot (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 Holiday Schedule (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-70 for Palpant Lot Line Elimination (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-71 for Divided Sky Estates Major Subdivision Sketch Plan (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-72 for Pikul Major Subdivision Sketch Plan (unanimous)

County Board

The Transportation Advisory Board decided to move forward with a letter to the Chaffee County Commissioners. The letter recommends creating a dedicated position to secure funds for county transportation issues.

• Approved agenda as amended
• Approved October 13, 2022 minutes
• Approved motion to move forward with letter to Commissioners regarding a dedicated funding position

County Board

The Board approved updated weight requirements for swine, beef, sheep, and goats. New rules regarding the sale of animals based on ribbon placement were also adopted. The Board set weigh-in dates for January and May.

• Approved October 2022 minutes
• Approved new livestock weight rules for swine, beef, sheep, and goats
• Approved new ribbon rules for animal sales
• Set beef weigh-in for January 29th, 1:00-4:00 pm
• Set swine, sheep, and goat weigh-in for May 4th, 4:00 pm

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners approved four land-use requests, including boundary line adjustments and a major subdivision. They also authorized funding for two park and trail projects in the Town of Buena Vista. A decision on private lands camping text amendments was postponed to January 2023.

• Approved Sullivan-Finsterwald Boundary Line Adjustment (unanimous)
• Approved Ogden Major Subdivision Preliminary Plan-Final Plat (unanimous)
• Approved Veltri Heritage Water Subdivision Exemption (unanimous)
• Approved Kuhn-Webb Boundary Line Adjustment and Lot Line Elimination (unanimous)
• Continued Land Use Code Text Amendments for Private Lands Camping to Jan 10, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved $7,500 from 2022 CTF Funds for Buena Vista River Park improvements (unanimous)
• Approved up to $51,000 from 2023 Budget for Cordova Community Park and Trail (unanimous)
• Approved October 18, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

County Board

The Airport Board approved the minutes from the September 29, 2022 meeting and authorized a hangar purchase and land lease for Phillip Sterling. The board also reviewed updates on the 2023 budget, the Access Road Project, and the AWOS Project.

• Approved Sept 29, 2022 meeting minutes (All approved)
• Approved Phillip Sterling’s Hangar Purchase and Land Lease (All approved)

County Board

The Board approved a website redesign and a new email platform to reduce long-term costs. The Board declined to purchase the Discovery Pass program at this time. Meeting dates for November and December were consolidated into one virtual meeting.

• Approved September 27, 2022 meeting minutes
• Denied purchase of Discovery Pass program
• Approved $30,000 for website redesign with Agency Tourism Marketing
• Approved $9,400.50 per year for Tourism Engine email platform
• Changed November 22 and December 27 meetings to one virtual meeting on Nov. 15

Planning Commission

The Chaffee County Planning Commission is meeting to discuss land dedication standards for schools and review sketch plans for two subdivisions. One preliminary plan for a conservation subdivision has been continued to November 1, 2022.

• School Land Dedication Standards - LUC 7.3.7(C)(3)(b) and LUC 7.3.7(C)(3)(c)
• Trilogy Harvard Major Subdivision Sketch Plan
• Yunikar Minor Subdivision Sketch Plan
• Timber Creek Conservation Subdivision Preliminary Plan (continued to 11/1/2022)

County Board

The Board of Directors will review program reports, budget tracking, and the annual work plan. Discussions include the acquisition of E Street and the creation of a special purpose entity for tax abatements on permanently affordable housing projects.

• Discussion of E Street Acquisition
• Proposal for Special Purpose Entity for tax abatement on permanently affordable housing
• Review of CHA Budget Tracking through August 2022
• Discussion of Annual Work Plan updated 09282022
• Review of Health Disparities Community Grant Program Quarterly reporting

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider several land use requests, including two subdivision plans in Buena Vista and amendments to the Land Use Code regarding private lands camping. The body will also review liquor license renewals and a fee waiver request.

• Pikul Major Subdivision Sketch Plan: subdividing 12.28 acres into six lots at 29320 County Road 361
• Alpine West Planned Development: conceptual plan review at 15750 County Road 306
• Request to waive a $150 Special Event Application Fee for Two Turkey Relay / Chaffee County Running Club
• Liquor license renewals for High Peaks Liquor and Powder Monarch
• Land Use Code text amendments regarding private lands camping

The Board of County Commissioners approved the Alpine West Planned Development Concept Plan and Major Subdivision Sketch Plan for 15750 County Road 306, Buena Vista, and the Pikul Major Subdivision Sketch Plan for 29320 County Road 361, Buena Vista, both unanimously. They also ratified a Letter of Support for the Chaffee Integrated Fuels Management Project, approved a $30,000 CrowdStrike contract for virus protection, and waived a $150 special event fee for the Two Turkey Relay. The Land Use Code Text Amendments on private lands camping were continued to November 1, 2022.

• Approved Alpine West Planned Development Concept Plan and Major Subdivision Sketch Plan (3-0)
• Approved Pikul Major Subdivision Sketch Plan with conditions (3-0)
• Ratified Letter of Support for Chaffee Integrated Fuels Management Project (3-0)
• Approved $30,000 CrowdStrike contract for virus protection (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-68 for Yunikar Agricultural Subdivision Exemption (3-0)
• Waived $150 special event application fee for Two Turkey Relay (3-0)
• Approved corrected minutes of October 11, 2022 meeting (3-0)
• Continued Land Use Code Text Amendments on private lands camping to November 1, 2022

Board of Commissioners Work Session - 1st Monday

The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to receive reports and updates from various county services. The meeting focuses on informational updates rather than formal votes or decisions.

• San Luis Valley Transit Plan update from Chaffee Shuttle
• Chaffee Housing Authority update from Becky Gray
• Building Report from Dan Swallow
• EMS Report from Hadley

County Board

The Chaffee County Transportation Advisory Board is meeting to review transit updates and sub-area planning for rural areas. The board will also discuss updates to the land use code and receive a presentation on SPOT achievements.

• Transit update from Hank Martin
• Discussion of Sub-Area Planning for Rural Chaffee County
• Land Use Code Update
• Presentation on SPOT achievements by Donna Rhoads

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review several land subdivision requests and contract amendments. The meeting includes discussions on land use code text amendments and a liquor license application hearing.

• Public Health contract with Cartvertising for $17,400
• Divided Sky Estates Major Subdivision Sketch Plan for 16 lots on 38.36 acres at 6025 Archery Lane
• Ogden Major Subdivision Preliminary Plan to create five 4.0-acre lots at 12806 County Road 190 E
• Yunikar Agricultural Subdivision Exemption for 85.4 acres at 9800 CR 165
• Liquor Retail License Application hearing for Trigger's Liquors LLC at 22763 W US Highway 50

The Board approved the Divided Sky Estates Major Subdivision Sketch Plan, allowing 16 residential lots on 38.36 acres at 6025 Archery Lane, Salida, with individual wells and septic systems. The vote was 2-1, with Commissioner Baker dissenting. Other actions included approving a contract amendment for a forest restoration project, a visitor bureau marketing contract, a public health advertising contract, a lot line elimination, a liquor license hearing date, an agricultural subdivision exemption, and land use code text amendments. An executive session on real estate was held with no decisions made.

• Approved Divided Sky Estates Major Subdivision Sketch Plan (16 lots on 38.36 acres) (2-1)
• Approved contract amendment extending Chaffee Common Ground Fund forest restoration project to Dec 31, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved Chaffee County Visitors Bureau contract with Miles Media Partnership up to $196,971 (unanimous)
• Approved public health contract with Cartvertising for $17,400 (unanimous)
• Approved Palpant Lot Line Elimination at 29909 N. Highway 24, Buena Vista (unanimous)
• Set 1-mile radius and Nov 15 hearing date for Trigger's Liquors LLC liquor license (unanimous)
• Approved Yunikar Agricultural Subdivision Exemption (85.4 acres into 3 tracts) (unanimous)
• Continued Ogden Major Subdivision Preliminary Plan-Final Plat to Nov 1 for road discussion (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners Work Session - 2nd Monday

The Board of Commissioners is conducting a work session to discuss budget overflow and land management. The meeting includes updates from congressional leadership and the Southwest Conservation Corp.

• Budget work session overflow with SBDC and R & B
• Land Management Agencies Stakeholder Meeting
• Southwest Conservation Corp update
• Congressional Leadership update
• Landfill, Human Service, and Public Health committee meetings

County Board

The County Board will meet to discuss updates to livestock rules and provide an update on the Commissioner Meeting and Master Plan. The meeting also includes standard reports and the approval of previous minutes.

• Update livestock rules
• Update on Commissioner Meeting and Master Plan

The Chaffee County Fairboard met on October 6, 2022, and discussed several operational items. They reviewed the treasurer's report showing $41,397.10, approved checks for labor and a rodeo, and discussed progress on a backup generator, fairgrounds expansion, and wash station plans. New business included setting weight limits for swine (235-300 lbs) and beef (minimum 1,100 lbs) with a 5% variance, and creating a liaison between 4H leaders and the fairboard. No formal votes were recorded on these discussions.

• Discussed swine weight limits: 235 lb minimum, 300 lb maximum with 5% variance
• Discussed beef weight limits: 1,100 lb minimum with 5% variance
• Discussed creating a liaison between 4H leaders and fairboard; Annie Cordova volunteered
• No formal votes or final decisions recorded on any agenda item

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review several subdivision requests and land use code amendments regarding agritourism and private lands camping. The body is also considering bid awards for public safety and road projects.

• Bid award for North End Public Safety Complex Building Project
• Bid award for ANK Service Road Pavement Project
• Bid award for Road and Bridge Sand Shed Project
• Final plat for Elk Run Estates to subdivide 272.36 acres into 30 lots
• Land Use Code Text Amendments for Module 1- Agritourism and Private Lands Camping

The Board approved the final plat for the Elk Run Estates Major Subdivision, creating 30 lots, two outlots, and two wildlife refuge areas on 272.36 acres near Buena Vista. They also approved several contracts, including a $143,351 bid for the ANK Service Road pavement project and a $335,413.70 bid for the Road and Bridge Sand Shed project. Land use code amendments for agritourism and private lands camping were approved, while workforce housing language was continued to Oct 11.

• Approved Elk Run Estates Major Subdivision Final Plat (30 lots, 2 outlots, 2 wildlife refuges) (unanimous)
• Approved Diesslin Structures Inc as CM/GC for North End Public Safety Complex (unanimous)
• Awarded $143,351 bid to Pavement Maintenance Services for ANK Service Road project (unanimous)
• Approved $335,413.70 bid to LM Kersteing for Road and Bridge Sand Shed project (unanimous)
• Approved $66,907.92 contract with United Roofing for landfill work (unanimous)
• Approved Land Use Code amendments for agritourism and private lands camping (unanimous)
• Continued Veltri Heritage Water Subdivision Exemption to Nov 1 (unanimous)
• Continued Yunikar Agricultural Subdivision Exemption to Oct 11 (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is continuing a review of a conceptual plan and subdivision sketch for a residential project in Buena Vista. The body will also receive an introduction and overview of Module 2 Land Use Code text amendments.

• Alpine West Planned Development: proposal for 104 residential units (28 single-family, 70 multi-family rental, 6 affordable condos) at 15750 County Road 306
• Module 2 Land Use Code Text Amendments overview

County Board

The Airport Advisory Board is meeting to select a bid for an access road. The board will also discuss the 2023 budget, terminal design costs, and various airport infrastructure projects.

• Access Road Bid Selection
• 2023 Projects and Budget
• Terminal Concept Design and Cost Estimate
• Runway Crack Fill Seal Coat Re-Stripe Project
• DIA Surplus Equipment Sale

The Chaffee County Airport Advisory Board approved a bid from PMS Paving for the access road project, to be forwarded to the BOCC. They also discussed 2023 projects including a shop expansion pushed to 2023, storm water mitigation, and updates on runway crack seal, AWOS, and hangar developments.

• Approved August 24, 2022 meeting minutes (all approved)
• Approved PMS Paving bid for access road, to be forwarded to BOCC (all approved)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will deliberate and decide on final Land Use Code text amendments. The meeting also includes a potential moratorium on road and alley vacations in Nathrop.

• Adoption of Land Use Code 'Module 1' amendments covering Wildland Urban Interface, Accessory Dwelling Units, Agritourism, Short Term Rentals, and Bed and Breakfasts
• Adoption of Land Use Code 'Module 1' amendments regarding Private Lands Camping
• Resolution 2022-XX to extend a temporary moratorium on road and alley vacation applications in the Townsite of Nathrop
• Letter of support for Trails and Conservation Plan Grant Application

The Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved Resolution 2022-66 extending a temporary moratorium on road and alley vacation applications in the Nathrop townsite pending adoption of new land use code language. They also approved several land use code text amendments, including sections on Wildland Urban Interface, Accessory Dwelling Units, Short Term Rentals, and Bed and Breakfasts, directing staff to prepare resolutions for final adoption on October 11. The Agritourism and Private Lands Camping sections were continued for further review. A letter of support for a trails and conservation plan grant application was also approved.

• Approved Resolution 2022-66 extending temporary moratorium on road/alley vacation applications in Nathrop (unanimous)
• Approved letter of support for trails and conservation plan grant application (unanimous)
• Approved Wildland Urban Interface land use code amendments, effective upon WUI map adoption (unanimous)
• Approved Accessory Dwelling Units section as presented, resolution to be prepared for Oct 11 (unanimous)
• Approved Short Term Rental section as amended, final approval set for Oct 11 (unanimous)
• Approved Bed and Breakfast section as amended, resolution to be prepared for Oct 11 (unanimous)
• Continued Agritourism section for further consideration (no formal action taken)
• Continued Private Lands Camping language to Oct 4 for further review (unanimous)

County Board

The Chaffee County Visitors Bureau is meeting to review marketing grants, leases, and advertising contracts. The board will discuss a website redesign and a lead-generating program to attract visitors to Colorado.

• Salida Circus Matching Marketing Grant of $2,500
• Discovery Pass Lease 2023 for $14,999
• Website redesign negotiations with Agency Tourism Marketing
• Advertising contract with Miles Partnership for $98,320

The Chaffee County Visitors Bureau board unanimously approved a $2,500 matching marketing grant for Salida Circus, a $98,320 contract with Miles Partnership for a lead-generating program, and authorized negotiations for a website redesign. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved $2,500 matching marketing grant for Salida Circus (unanimous)
• Approved $14,999 for 2023 Discovery Pass Lease (unanimous)
• Authorized Scott to negotiate website redesign with Agency Tourism Marketing (unanimous)
• Approved $98,320 advertising contract with Miles Partnership for lead generation (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing four subdivision applications. These include two minor subdivisions and two major subdivision sketch plans for residential lots.

• Box Minor Subdivision: subdivide 5.95 acres into two lots at 33890 Vista Verde, Buena Vista
• Dvorak-Kopka Minor Subdivision Sketch Plan: subdivide 15.02 acres into two lots at 7440 County Road 146, Salida
• Pikul Major Subdivision Sketch Plan: subdivide 12.28 acres into six lots at 29320 County Road 361, Buena Vista
• Divided Sky Estates Major Subdivision Sketch Plan: propose 16 lots on 38.36 acres at 6025 Archery Lane, Salida

Board of Commissioners Work Session - 1st Monday

The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss various department updates and budget considerations. The meeting includes a scheduled review of Land Use Code text amendments regarding "Module 2" topics.

• Consideration of Land Use Code Text Amendments: "Module 2" topics
• Economic Development Corporation budget consideration
• Overview of Eagleview Software
• Updates from Chaffee Housing Authority, Office of Emergency Management, and Engineering

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing to consider adopting Land Use Code text amendments regarding short-term rentals, accessory dwelling units, and private lands camping. The board is also reviewing subdivision requests and liquor license applications.

• Public hearing on Land Use Code 'Module 1' amendments including Short Term Rentals and Accessory Dwelling Units
• Boone & Peuser Minor Subdivision Final Plat at 10180 County Road 190 W, Salida
• Alpine West Planned Development review at 15750 County Road 306, Buena Vista
• Retail Liquor License Renewal for JV Food Shop LLC
• Chaffee Housing Trust funding request approval

The Board of County Commissioners approved up to $55,000 for the Chaffee Housing Trust for a project at 3rd and M St in Salida, with a challenge for the City of Salida to match the funding. They also approved a minor subdivision final plat, declined participation in the state FAMLI program, and advanced several Land Use Code text amendments for future adoption. The meeting included executive sessions on legal and real estate matters with no decisions made.

• Approved up to $55,000 for Chaffee Housing Trust project at 3rd and M St, Salida (unanimous)
• Approved Boone & Peuser Minor Subdivision Final Plat at 10180 County Road 190 W, Salida (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-65 declining employer participation in Colorado Paid FAMLI Program (unanimous)
• Approved special event liquor license for Colorado Fourteeners Initiative (unanimous)
• Approved language for site plan review process in Land Use Code update (unanimous)
• Approved language for Special Event Permits in Land Use Code update, effective Jan 1, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved Right of Way Vacation language in Land Use Code update (unanimous)
• Approved Special Event Facility language in Land Use Code amendments (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners Work Session - 2nd Monday

The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss funding for the Chaffee Housing Trust and receive an update on the Sustainable Development Plan initiative. The meeting includes reports on the FAMLI program and a stakeholder meeting with land management agencies.

• Discussion on funding for Chaffee Housing Trust
• Sustainable Development Plan initiative update from Lotus Engineering & Sustainability
• Consideration of a letter of support for Farm Bill Renewal- Minks
• Update on FAMLI Program
• Land Management Agencies Stakeholder Meeting

County Board

The Chaffee County Heritage Area Advisory Board is meeting to review updates on the Byway Corridor Management Plan and the CTO Reimagine Industries Association Program Grant. The board will also discuss camping on private lands and special use reviews.

• Byway Corridor Management Plan Update
• CTO Reimagine Industries Association Program Grant
• Land Use Code - Module 1 Update regarding camping on private lands
• Special Use Reviews
• SHF Nominations

County Board

The Chaffee County Transportation Advisory Board is meeting to discuss transit updates and sub-area planning for rural areas. The board will also review a land use code update and provide comments on the CDOT 10-Year Plan.

• Transit update by Hank Martin
• Sub-Area Planning for Rural Chaffee County
• Land Use Code Update
• CDOT Notice regarding rural roads
• CDOT 10-Year Plan request for comments

The board approved the agenda and June 9, 2022 minutes. Hank Martin reported on new grant applications, a Bustang service mishap, plans to add a shuttle by 2024, and rebranding of the Chaffee Shuttle. Sub-area planning for rural Chaffee County and a land use code update were discussed. No formal votes were taken on substantive items.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved June 9, 2022 minutes (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review several infrastructure contracts and land use requests. The meeting includes discussions on boundary line adjustments and a special event permit for the Great State Tomato War.

• Contract with Encore Electric for Fairgrounds generator work for $104,491.00
• Contract not to exceed $25,000 with Green Mountain Timber Salvage for fire mitigation
• Boundary line adjustment at 7032 County Road 107 between Armstrong and City of Salida
• Boundary line adjustment at 20480 & 20500 County Road 306 between Reigle and Moore
• Funding request of $2,140 for Salida to Leadville Stage and Rail Project signage

The Board of County Commissioners approved a $104,491 contract with Encore Electric for generator work at the Fairgrounds, selected Diesslin Structures Inc as Construction Manager/General Contractor for the Administration Building Addition, and approved two boundary line adjustments (Armstrong-City of Salida and Reigle-Moore). All votes were unanimous. The board also entered executive session for legal advice on land use litigation, with no decisions made.

• Approved $104,491 contract with Encore Electric for fairgrounds generator (unanimous)
• Approved Diesslin Structures Inc as Construction Manager/General Contractor for Admin Building Addition (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Sarah Whittington for architectural retainer services (unanimous)
• Approved first amendment to Diesslin Hangar Contract (unanimous)
• Approved Andrew Marks' request to add bathroom with holding tank to Hangar C (unanimous)
• Approved up to $25,000 contract with Green Mountain Timber Salvage for fire mitigation on 5 acres (unanimous)
• Approved special event permit for 2022 Great State Tomato War, contingent on EMS approval, with $150 fee waiver (unanimous)
• Approved Armstrong-City of Salida and Reigle-Moore boundary line adjustments (both unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a minor subdivision plat and hold a public hearing on Land Use Code Text Amendments. The body will also review a conceptual plan for a residential development in Buena Vista.

• Boone & Peuser Minor Subdivision Final Plat at 10180 County Road 190 W, Salida
• Alpine West Conceptual Planned Development for 104 residential units at 15750 County Road 306, Buena Vista
• Public hearing for Land Use Code Text Amendments

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing a conceptual plan for a 104-unit residential development and a campground permit. The body is also considering two minor subdivision requests in Salida.

• Alpine West Planned Development: Proposal for 104 residential units (28 single-family, 70 multi-family rentals, 6 affordable condos) at 15750 County Road 306, Buena Vista
• GEOCAMP: Limited Impact Review for a campground on 58.83 acres at 8707 State Highway 285, Buena Vista
• Boone & Peuser Minor Subdivision: Request to subdivide 4.98 acres into two lots at 10180 County Road 190 W, Salida
• Ferris Minor Subdivision: Request to re-subdivide 5.17 acres into two lots at 10217 County Road 163, Salida

County Board

The Chaffee Housing Authority Board of Directors is meeting to discuss the potential purchase of 137 E. 2nd Street in Salida. The board will also consider a vote on the 2022 tax measure strategy.

• Discussion regarding the purchase of 137 E. 2nd Street in Salida
• Potential board vote on the 2022 tax measure strategy

County Board

The Airport Advisory Board is meeting to review hangar lease amendments and upcoming inspections. The board will also discuss the 2023 budget, terminal design costs, and several infrastructure projects.

• John Diesslin Hangars Lease Amendment
• Hangar Inspections scheduled for Sept 12th & 13th
• Terminal Concept Design and Cost Estimate
• Runway Crack Fill Seal Coat Re-Stripe Project
• AWOS Project contracts and grant resolution

The Chaffee County Airport Advisory Board approved two items: Andrew Marks' hangar bathroom addition and John Diesslin's hangar lease amendment. The lease amendment will go to the Board of County Commissioners and City of Salida for final approval. Other updates included hangar inspections, land lease adjustments, and 2023 budget planning.

• Approved Andrew Marks Hangar Bathroom addition (unanimous)
• Approved John Diesslin Hangar Lease Amendment (unanimous; pending BOCC and City of Salida approval)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is holding public hearings to determine ballot language for lodging tax reallocation and commissioner term limits. The body is also considering a property tax change for the Chaffee Housing Authority.

• Public hearing on ballot language for lodging tax reallocation (Resolution 2022-58)
• Public hearing on ballot language for commissioner term limits (Resolution 2022-60)
• Proposed change to Chaffee Housing Authority property taxes from 3.5 mills to 2.5 mills (Resolution 2022-59)
• Purchase contract for approximately 12.7 acres of land on CR 140, Salida
• Ratification of Diversus Health Network Contract

The Board of County Commissioners voted unanimously to refer two ballot questions to the November 8, 2022 election: one to expand commissioner term limits to three consecutive terms, and another to reallocate the existing 1.9% lodging tax to include childcare, housing for local workers, and visitor experience. The board also amended and approved a resolution consenting to the Chaffee Housing Authority seeking voter approval for an ad valorem property tax increase up to 3.5 mills. No formal action was taken on the Land Use Code Module 1 update, which was discussed but not voted on.

• Approved Resolution 2022-60 referring term-limit expansion to voters (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-58 referring lodging-tax reallocation to voters (unanimous)
• Approved amended Resolution 2022-59 consenting to Chaffee Housing Authority tax increase up to 3.5 mills (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including letter of support for Chaffee Housing Trust, Diversus Health Network contract, and purchase of 12.7 acres near airport (unanimous)
• No formal action taken on Land Use Code Module 1 update (discussion only)

County Board

The Marijuana Excise Tax Advisory Board is meeting to discuss the roll-out of a mini-grant program. The board is reviewing funding projections and a proposed application timeline for 2022.

• Discussion of Mini-grant program roll-out
• Review of 2022 grant funding projections
• Proposed grant application deadline of October 24th
• Proposed grant recommendations to BOCC on December 5th
• Proposed grant award confirmation on December 6th

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a listening session regarding potential ballot measures for commissioner term limits and lodging tax reallocation. The meeting includes a public hearing for Module 1 LUC update topics and several contract approvals.

• Axon Enterprise Contract for $25,946.60 for the Sheriff’s Office
• Liquor License Renewal for Browns Canyon Brewing Company LLC
• Special Event Liquor License Application for Rotary Club of Buena Vista
• Easement for County Road 397 on United States Bureau of Land Management land
• Wastewater treatment system variance for 43255 County Road 397, Granite CO

The Board voted unanimously to place a question on the November ballot changing commissioner term limits, and directed legal to prepare a resolution for a special meeting on August 22. A public hearing on Module 1 of the Land Use Code update was held but no formal action was taken; the item was continued to the August 22 special meeting. The Board also approved a $25,946.60 contract for the Sheriff's Office and a landfill liner contract with Texas Environmental Plastics.

• Approved putting commissioner term-limit question on November ballot (unanimous)
• Approved special event liquor license for Rotary Club of Buena Vista (unanimous)
• Approved Texas Environmental Plastics for landfill geosynthetic liner contract (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including Axon Enterprise contract for $25,946.60 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of August 8 work session and August 9 regular meeting (unanimous)
• Tabled Module 1 Land Use Code update to August 22 special meeting (no formal action)
• Approved late comments into record on ballot measures (unanimous)
• Directed staff to schedule employee appreciation dinner for October 11 or 12 (consensus)

County Board

The Chaffee County Visitors Bureau is meeting to discuss its 2023 budget and several marketing expenditures. The board is reviewing contracts for advertising, video production, and the Buena Vista Visitor Guide.

• Proposed $170,000 for Rec Rangers and Rec Adopters for 2023
• Advertising contract with Miles Partnership for $96,971
• 2023 Video Production contract with 50 West Productions for $77,500
• Proposed $30,000 for Buena Vista Visitor Guide printing and design
• Bid notice for website redesign as SimpleView contract ends June 2024

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings regarding potential ballot measures for lodging tax reallocation and commissioner term limits. The board will also review a planned development in Buena Vista and a wastewater system variance.

• Public hearing on ballot measures for lodging tax reallocation and commissioner term limits
• Conceptual Planned Development Plan Review and Major Subdivision Sketch Plan at 15750 County Road 306, Buena Vista
• Discussion regarding the City of Salida's consideration of annexation of 7680 County Road 140
• Public hearing for a wastewater treatment system setback variance at 43255 CR 397
• Request to waive the fee to transfer septic permits for Billy Cordova's Open Permits - Swallow

The Board approved a variance to reduce property line and structure setbacks for a wastewater system at 43255 CR 397, and continued the Alpine West Planned Development hearing to September 13, 2022. No formal action was taken on the City of Salida annexation discussion or the lodging tax and term limit ballot measures.

• Approved variance to On-Site Wastewater Treatment System regulations for Dustin Neiman at 43255 CR 397 (unanimous)
• Continued Alpine West Planned Development hearing to September 13, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved agenda as published (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of August 2, 2022 regular meeting (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including sheriff's reports, bill payments, and septic permit fee waiver (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Chaffee County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider text amendments to the Land Use Code. These changes address various land use categories and regulations.

• Proposed amendment to Accessory Campground (Section 7.8.8)
• Proposed new section for Agritourism (Section 7.8.2)
• Proposed amendment to Short Term Rentals (Section 7.8.34)
• Proposed new section for Wildland Urban Interface (Section 7.1.10)
• Proposed amendment to Accessory Dwelling Units (Section 7.8.1)

Board of Commissioners Work Session - 2nd Monday

The Board of Commissioners is conducting a work session featuring reports on building and METAB. The meeting includes a stakeholder session with land management agencies and two executive sessions for legal advice regarding personnel and potential election litigation.

• METAB Report
• Building Report by Dan Swallow
• Land Management Agencies Stakeholder Meeting
• Executive session on personnel and employment legal strategies
• Executive session on potential election litigation

The Board of Commissioners held a work session on August 8, 2022, covering topics such as the landfill, human services, public health, METAB report, building report, land management agencies, and a congressional leadership update. The board unanimously voted to enter two executive sessions for legal advice on personnel matters and potential election litigation, and exited with no decisions made.

• Moved into executive session for legal advice on personnel matters (unanimous)
• Moved into executive session for legal advice on potential election litigation (unanimous)
• Came out of executive session with no decisions made

County Board

The board is meeting to review the 2022 CPRA Rodeo, the county fair, and the Junior Market Livestock Sale. Members will also discuss issues regarding the Adventure Zone and propose changes for 2023.

• 2022 CPRA Rodeo Review
• 2022 Fair Review & Recap
• Junior Market Livestock Sale Review
• Adventure Zone issues

Planning Commission

The Chaffee County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider several amendments to the Land Use Code. These changes cover special event permits, right-of-way vacations, and specific use standards.

• Public hearing on Special Event Permits (Section 4.2.6)
• Public hearing on Road, Alley and Right-of-way Vacations (Section 5.2.3.H)
• Public hearing on new Wildland Urban Interface section (7.1.10)
• Public hearing on Accessory Dwelling Units (Section 7.8.1)
• Public hearing on Agritourism, Accessory Campgrounds, and Vacation Rental by Owner standards

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss potential ballot measures regarding commissioner term limits and lodging tax reallocation. The body will also convene as the Board of Equalization to review property tax hearing recommendations.

• Ballot measures on lodging tax reallocation and commissioner term limits
• RW 6/24 Pavement Project contract award
• CDOT Aeronautics Grant Application and Resolution 2022-56
• Resolution 2022-55 (Shaw Ranch Major Subdivision), 2022-54 (Three Sixty West Minor Subdivision), and 2022-53 (Chavara Ranch Major Subdivision denial)
• Liquor permit applications for GARNA, Guidestone, and Riverside Grill

The Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved several contracts, grants, and liquor permits, including the Little Cochetopa State Land Unit Service Work, the RW 6/24 Pavement Project, a CDOT Aeronautics grant, and a cybersecurity assessment agreement. They also approved consent agenda items, liquor license renewals, and a plat amendment. The board continued discussion on ballot measures for lodging tax reallocation and commissioner term limits to the August 16 meeting.

• Approved Little Cochetopa State Land Unit Service Work with CRS Timber Product's bid (unanimous)
• Awarded RW 6/24 Pavement Project as recommended (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-56 for CDOT Aeronautics grant agreement 22-ANK-02 (unanimous)
• Approved National Cyber Intelligence Center security assessment agreement (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including resolutions for Shaw Ranch, Three Sixty West, Chavara Ranch, and emergency management grant (unanimous)
• Approved GARNA and Guidestone special event liquor permits (unanimous)
• Approved Riverside Grill liquor license renewal (unanimous)
• Approved Amended Resolution 2022-51 for Bingham plat amendment (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners Work Session - 1st Monday

The Board of Commissioners is holding a work session to receive departmental reports and discuss land use. The body will consider state grant funding for emergency management and a potential ballot measure regarding lodging tax reallocation.

• Consideration of 2022 Emergency Management Performance Grant Funding from the State of Colorado
• Discussion of a potential ballot measure for lodging tax reallocation
• Planning update on short-term rental annual licenses and caps
• Update on the Land Use Code Rewrite Project
• Update from Stage & Rail Trail

County Board

The Chaffee County Airport Advisory Board approved the June 22 meeting minutes unanimously. They discussed the 2023 budget, including moving the shop expansion to next year due to steel delays, and considered purchasing a line-painting cart. The board also reviewed the DIA surplus equipment sale, terminal design, runway crack fill project, AWOS project, and hangar developments. No formal votes were taken on these items.

• Approved June 22 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Discussed moving shop expansion to 2023 due to steel delivery delays
• Discussed purchasing a cart to spray and paint lines
• Discussed DIA surplus equipment sale, including mower and potential skid steer
• Reviewed terminal concept design awaiting signatures from BOCC and City
• Noted runway crack fill seal coat re-stripe project bid closing day
• Reviewed AWOS project contracts and grant resolution
• Discussed hangar developments and paving access roads

Planning Commission

The Chaffee County Planning Commission will meet to review two development proposals. The body will discuss a conceptual planned development and a limited impact review.

• Alpine West - Conceptual Planned Development Review
• GEOCAMP Campground - Limited Impact Review

County Board

The Board of Directors will vote to adopt the 2022-2026 Housing Needs Assessment and discuss a 3.5 mill property tax measure. The board will also review updates regarding Jane's Place and a property for sale at 1146 US Hwy 50.

• Vote to adopt 2022-2026 Housing Needs Assessment
• Vote on 2022 Tax Measure: 3.5 Mill Property Tax
• Discussion of property for sale at 1146 US Hwy 50 (Sinawav Lodge)
• Update on Jane's Place from Owner's Agent Todd Goulding
• Review of Health Disparities Grant Program FY 23 Q2 Progress Report

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss potential 2022 ballot measures regarding Commissioner term limits and the Visitors' Bureau Tax. The body is also considering a tax measure to fund the Chaffee Housing Authority and several subdivision resolutions.

• Request to support Chaffee Housing Authority Tax Measure for sustainable local funding
• Potential ballot measures for Visitors' Bureau Tax reallocation and Commissioner term limits
• Proposed increase of CORA request hourly rate from $20 to $30
• Resolutions for Bolin Heritage Water, Ridley Heritage Water, Maier Plat, and Bingham Plat
• IGA with Poncha Springs, Salida and Buena Vista regarding Opioid Settlement Funds

The Board approved a resolution consenting to the Chaffee Housing Authority seeking voter consideration for a property tax increase to fund housing, and opted into an intergovernmental agreement for opioid settlement funds. It also approved two special event liquor licenses, ratified a BLM right-of-way for CR 397, raised the CORA hourly rate from $20 to $30, and directed staff to pursue ballot measures on lodging tax reallocation and commissioner term limits. The Bingham plat amendment was continued to August 2, 2022.

• Approved Resolution 2022-52 consenting to Chaffee Housing Authority ballot issue for property tax increase (unanimous)
• Approved opting into IGA for State Opioid Settlement Funds distribution (unanimous)
• Approved South Main Arts and Parks Trust special event liquor license (unanimous)
• Approved Chaffee County Democrats special event liquor license for Aug 6, 2022 (unanimous)
• Ratified BLM Right-of-Way for County Rd. 397 (unanimous)
• Approved increasing CORA hourly rate from $20 to $30 (unanimous)
• Continued Bingham Plat Amendment (Resolution 2022-51) to Aug 2, 2022 (unanimous)
• Directed staff to notify County Clerk of intent to pursue ballot measures on lodging tax reallocation and commissioner term limits (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review two subdivision requests and airport contracts. The body is also considering the adoption of a five-year hazard mitigation plan and a fee waiver for a local event.

• Chavara Ranch Major Subdivision sketch plan to divide 288 acres into 108 lots
• Three Sixty West Minor Subdivision final plat for 10160 County Road 190 W
• Contracts for Harriet Alexander Field regarding terminal design and general services
• Resolution 2022-XX to adopt the Multi Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan 2022-2027
• $150 special event permit fee waiver request for Buena Vista Pack Burro Race

The Board denied the Chavara Ranch Major Subdivision sketch plan, which proposed 108 lots on 288 acres, as recommended by the Planning Commission. It also approved several contracts, including a terminal concept design with D2C Architects and an on-call services agreement with Dibble Engineering, and approved a corrective deed, a fee waiver, and the multi-jurisdictional hazard mitigation plan.

• Denied Chavara Ranch Major Subdivision sketch plan (unanimous)
• Approved D2C Architects contract for airport terminal concept design (unanimous)
• Approved Dibble Engineering on-call services agreement, max $24,240 (unanimous)
• Approved corrective deed for 16400 CR 384 (unanimous)
• Approved $150 fee waiver for Buena Vista Pack Burro Race (unanimous)
• Approved Three Sixty West Minor Subdivision final plat (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-47 Hazard Mitigation Plan 2022-2027 (unanimous)
• Allowed Ogden subdivision application to continue despite moratorium (unanimous)

County Board

The Chaffee County Board of Adjustment is meeting to review two height variance requests. The board will also conduct an election of officers.

• Height variance for a 56-foot 'Monopine' tower at 29850 County Road 304, Buena Vista
• Height variance from 35 to 47 feet for a new house at 13450 County Road 251, Salida
• Election of officers

Board of Commissioners Work Session - 2nd Monday

The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session featuring reports from the Chaffee Housing Authority, EMS, and the Building Department. The meeting includes an executive session to discuss a potential property transfer and a review of Module 1 LUC updates.

• Executive session regarding a potential property transfer
• Chaffee Housing Authority report
• EMS report
• Building Department report
• Module 1 LUC updates review

The Board of Commissioners held a work session on July 11, 2022, with presentations from the Chaffee Housing Authority, EMS, and Building Department. The board moved into executive session at 1:21 p.m. to discuss a potential property transfer and receive legal advice, returning at 1:35 p.m. with no decisions made. No substantive decisions were recorded during the work session.

• Moved into executive session under C.R.S. 24-6-402(4)(a) and (b) (unanimous)
• Came out of executive session with no decisions made

Planning Commission

The Chaffee County Planning Commission is meeting to discuss the first draft of proposed Module 1 amendments to the Chaffee County Code. The session includes a review of these land use code changes.

• Review of first draft of proposed Module 1 amendments to the Chaffee County Code

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider several land subdivision and plat amendment requests. The meeting also includes decisions on airport equipment contracts, delinquent tax cancellations, and a retail marijuana license renewal.

• Airport contract with Dibble Engineering for New Weather Reporting Equipment (AWOS)
• Cancellation of $14,685.39 in delinquent personal property taxes from 2015-2020
• Shaw Ranch Major Subdivision final plat for 74.3 acres into eight lots
• Bolin Heritage Water and Ridley Heritage Water subdivision exemptions
• Renewal of retail marijuana OPC license for Antero Sciences, LLC- Roorda

The Board approved the Shaw Ranch Major Subdivision final plat, allowing 74.3 acres to be divided into eight lots, with conditions of approval 17 and 20 deleted. They also approved several subdivision exemptions and plat amendments, renewed a retail marijuana license, and canceled delinquent taxes. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Shaw Ranch Major Subdivision final plat (unanimous)
• Approved Bolin Heritage Water Subdivision Exemption (unanimous)
• Approved Maier Plat Amendment, Lot 22, Centerville Ranch (unanimous)
• Approved Bingham Plat Amendment, Lot 12, Sunshine Acres (unanimous)
• Approved Ridley Heritage Water Subdivision Exemption (unanimous)
• Approved renewal of Retail Marijuana OPC License for Antero Sciences, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved cancellation of $14,685.39 in delinquent personal property taxes (unanimous)
• Approved airport contract with Dibble Engineering for AWOS project (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is meeting to consider two subdivision projects. These include a minor subdivision of a residential lot and a major subdivision of rural and industrial land.

• Three Sixty West Minor Subdivision Final Plat: re-subdividing 4.42 acres into two lots at 10160 County Road 190 W
• Chavara Ranch Major Subdivision: subdividing 288 acres into 108 lots at 9000 and 9254 County Road 140

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to discuss a potential protest regarding the abandonment of the Town of St. Elmo water right. The body is also deciding on a fire ban ordinance and several business license renewals.

• Fire Ban Ordinance 2022-02
• Retail Marijuana OPC License renewals for GoRule, Inc and Antero Sciences, LLC
• Variance for Merrifield Cabins at 19256 CR 343, Buena Vista CO
• Contracts for Public Health (Adam Williams) and Sheriff's Office (Turn Key Health Clinics LLC)
• Special Event Liquor Permit application for Colorado Fourteeners Initiative

The Board of County Commissioners approved the Fire Ban Ordinance 2022-02 on second reading, incorporating changes specified by the County Attorney. They also approved contracts for public health podcasts with Adam Williams and for the Sheriff's Office with Turn Key Health Clinics LLC, renewed a retail marijuana license for GoRule, Inc., and continued the renewal for Antero Sciences, LLC to July 5, 2022. The board ratified a memorandum of understanding with the Division of Fire Prevention and Control, approved a contract for the Sustainable Development Plan with Lotus Engineering & Sustainability for $56,322, and filed a protest to the potential abandonment of the Town of St. Elmo water right. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Fire Ban Ordinance 2022-02 (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Adam Williams for CCPH podcasts (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Turn Key Health Clinics LLC for Sheriff's Office (unanimous)
• Approved renewal of Retail Marijuana OPC License for GoRule, Inc. (unanimous)
• Continued renewal of Retail Marijuana OPC License for Antero Sciences, LLC to July 5, 2022 (unanimous)
• Ratified MOU with Division of Fire Prevention and Control for school inspections (unanimous)
• Approved $56,322 contract with Lotus Engineering & Sustainability for Sustainable Development Plan (unanimous)
• Filed protest to potential abandonment of Town of St. Elmo water right (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review a final plat for the Shaw Ranch major subdivision and a public benefit exemption for Rip’s Ranch. The body is also considering contracts for the Visitors Bureau, Housing Authority, and Public Health department.

• Shaw Ranch Major Subdivision final plat for 74.3 acres into eight lots at 7380 County Road 221
• Rip’s Ranch subdivision exemption for SkyWes Communications, LLC to maintain access to telecommunication facilities
• Resolution 2022-44 approving the Bear Trail Subdivision Plat Amendment
• Building permit fee waiver request from Historic St. Elmo & Jon Sargent DBA Deep Roots Craftsman
• Contracts for Visitors Bureau (GARNA), Housing Authority (BETCH), and Public Health (BETCH)

The Board approved the Rip's Ranch Subdivision Exemption for Public Benefit, allowing SkyWes Communications to dedicate FS 108 for telecommunication access. They also approved contracts with GARNA for the Visitors Bureau and BETCH for housing and public health, and approved several resolutions and letters of support. The Shaw Ranch subdivision final plat was continued to July 5, 2022.

• Approved Rip's Ranch Subdivision Exemption for Public Benefit (unanimous)
• Continued Shaw Ranch Major Subdivision Final Plat to July 5, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved Letter of Support for Arkansas River Bighorn Sheep Herd Management Plan (unanimous)
• Committed to provide letter of support for Chaffee County Early Childhood Council LCO application (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-45 filling Board of Adjustment vacancies (unanimous)
• Approved Amended Resolution 2022-37 correcting clerical error in True Heritage Water Subdivision Exemption (unanimous)
• Approved three-year contract with GARNA for Visitors Bureau (unanimous)
• Approved contract with BETCH LLC for Chaffee Housing Authority (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners Work Session - 2nd Monday

The Board of Commissioners is holding a work session to discuss departmental proposals for a four-day work week and multimodal transportation growth impact fees. The session includes reports from the building and planning departments and a review of a subdivision plat for Poncha Meadows.

• Discussion of Four Day Week Departmental Proposals
• Discussion of Multimodal Transportation Growth Impact Fees
• Request for building permit fee waiver from Historic St. Elmo and Jon Sargent DBA Deep Roots Craftsman
• Review of public comment regarding Poncha Meadows Filing No 2 Preliminary Plat
• Discussion on Collective Bargaining Bill

County Board

The Transportation Advisory Board met and approved the agenda and prior minutes. Commissioner Baker reported on road construction, including widening CR 350 and adding wildlife fencing. The board discussed transit survey results showing strong public desire for transit, and sub-area planning for rural areas, with guidance on not vacating rights of way. No formal decisions were made beyond routine approvals.

• Approved meeting agenda (all in favor)
• Approved April 14, 2022 minutes as written (all in favor)

Planning Commission

The Chaffee County Planning Commission will meet to discuss updates to the Land Use Code. The commission will also review staff reports and Comprehensive Plan discussions as part of the APA Planning Commissioner Training Program.

• Discussion regarding Land Use Code Update
• APA Planning Commissioner Training Program staff reports and Comprehensive Plan discussions

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider a fire ban ordinance for unincorporated areas and a plat amendment for a campground in Buena Vista. The body will also act as the County Board of Health to discuss a water treatment variance for Merrifield Cabins.

• First reading of a Fire Ban Ordinance restricting open fires and burning in unincorporated areas
• Plat amendment request for Bear Trail Subdivision at 31196 Kodiak Court, Buena Vista
• Board of Health variance request for Onsite Water Treatment System at 19320 County Road 306, Buena Vista
• Appointment of Ashley Kappel to the Chaffee Housing Authority Board of Directors
• Liquor license renewals for Collegiate Peaks Golf Course and Amber Waves Adventures LLC

The Board of County Commissioners approved Resolution 2022-41, imposing a temporary moratorium on accepting certain land use applications pending water adequacy standards and land use code updates. The board also approved a fee waiver for Habitat for Humanity, a plat amendment for Bear Trail Subdivision, and a septic variance for Merrifield Cabins. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Resolution 2022-41 imposing temporary moratorium on certain land use applications (unanimous)
• Approved fee waiver up to $2,000 per property for two Habitat for Humanity properties (unanimous)
• Approved Bear Trail Subdivision Plat Amendment for Cake Town Properties (unanimous)
• Approved Cooper Minor Subdivision SIA amendment, releasing lot sales restriction with $30,000 escrow (unanimous)
• Approved Merrifield Cabins septic variance for onsite wastewater treatment (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Fire Ban Ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-42 appointing Ashley Kappel to Housing Authority Board (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-43 appointing BOE referees and arbitrators (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners Work Session - 1st Monday

The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss forest health, legislative updates, and county contracts. The body will consider the first reading of an ordinance to restrict open fires and burning in unincorporated areas.

• First reading of a Fire Ban Ordinance restricting open fires and burning in unincorporated areas
• Discussion of SIPA Contract for Google Workspace and Email Migration Services
• Presentation on 2021 Report on the Health of Colorado's Forests and wildfire management
• Discussion of potential Commissioner ballot issues
• Executive sessions regarding budgetary questions for elected offices and land use litigation

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is meeting to consider a preliminary plan for the Elk Run Estates Major Subdivision. The body will also conduct commissioner training and seek a temporary Board of Adjustments volunteer.

• Preliminary plan for Elk Run Estates at 28495 & 28505 County Road 340, Buena Vista
• Proposal to subdivide 272.36 acres into 30 lots, 2 outlots, and 2 wildlife refuge areas
• APA Planning Commissioner Training on Zoning/Ordinances & Equity in Planning
• Call for a temporary Board of Adjustments volunteer

Board of County Commissioners

The Chaffee County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing for a liquor license and consider a 4-day work week recommendation. The board will also review a waste diversion plan and early childhood support options.

• Public hearing for Centerville Pit Stop Liquor License Application
• Resolution 2022-37: True Heritage Water Subdivision Exemption
• Resolution 2022-38: Cogan Farms Agricultural Subdivision Exemption
• Resolution 2022-39: Elliott Plat Amendment - Tract A, Antero Subdivision
• Consideration of a 4-Day Work Week Recommendation

The Board of County Commissioners approved a resolution designating public hours for county offices, implementing a 4-day work week, and directed department heads to develop an implementation plan. They also approved early childhood support funding, a liquor license, a hangar lease, and a waste diversion plan, and continued a plat amendment to a later date.

• Approved Resolution 2022-40 for 4-day work week (unanimous)
• Approved $13,065 for Salida Montessori School and $144,000 for Chaffee Childcare Initiative (unanimous)
• Approved Centerville Pit Stop liquor license (unanimous)
• Approved hangar lease for Andrew Marks at Harriet Alexander Field Airport (unanimous)
• Accepted Waste Diversion Plan (unanimous)
• Continued Bear Trail Subdivision Plat Amendment to a date not certain (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items including resolutions 2022-37, 2022-38, 2022-39 (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review a request to subdivide 74.3 acres into eight lots at 7380 County Road 221. The meeting also includes the adoption of the County Emergency Response Plan and the review of bids for vehicle sales and road overlay projects.

• Final plat for Shaw Ranch Major Subdivision at 7380 County Road 221
• Adoption of the Chaffee County Emergency Response Plan
• Bids for County sale of large items and vehicles
• Bids for County Road Overlay Projects
• Request for a $250 grant and rental fee waiver for Buena Vista Rotary Club

The Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved the agenda, the May 3 minutes, and the consent agenda, which included grant recommendations, an MOU with SPOT for the Valley View Rehabilitation Project, the Sheriff's reports, and the Emergency Response Plan. They opened bids for county vehicles/equipment and road overlay projects, referring them to staff for coordination. The Shaw Ranch Major Subdivision final plat was continued to June 14, 2022, at the applicant's request. No formal action was taken on the Buena Vista Rotary Club fee waiver/grant request or the Long-range Master Plan discussion.

• Approved agenda as published (unanimous)
• Approved May 3, 2022 regular meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including Common Ground grant recommendations, MOU with SPOT, Sheriff's reports, and Emergency Response Plan (unanimous)
• Opened 4 bids for county large items/vehicles; referred to staff for coordination
• Opened 3 bids for road overlay projects; referred to staff for coordination
• Continued Shaw Ranch Major Subdivision final plat to June 14, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved letter of support for Wildlife Tool Grant for Lake and Gunnison Counties (unanimous)

County Board

The Chaffee Common Ground Citizens Advisory Committee unanimously approved a funding recommendation of $890,005 for 14 projects, including 10 top-ranked proposals and four mini-grants, to be presented to the Board of County Commissioners. The committee also denied funding for four proposals, including the Salida Seed Library and a trails plan, and partially funded two mini-grants with conditions.

• Approved funding package of $890,005 for 14 projects (unanimous)
• Fully funded top 10 ranked proposals totaling $615,000 (unanimous)
• Partially funded SMT Portable Toilets mini-grant at $2,500 with condition to raise matching funds (unanimous)
• Partially funded Farm to Table Berry Patch mini-grant at $2,000 with condition to raise matching funds (unanimous)
• Fully funded Soil Health and Grazing Speaker Series mini-grant at $5,000 (unanimous)
• Fully funded Chubb Park Dispersed Camping Clean-up mini-grant at $5,000 (unanimous)
• Denied funding for Shavano Front Public Perceptions of Mitigation Activities (unanimous)
• Denied funding for SMT Strategic Trails Plan, Guidestone-Hutchinson Ranch, Crippen's Processing, and Salida Seed Library (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners approved several items, including a conditional special event permit for the Renewal festival, three subdivision exemptions, a building permit fee waiver for Chaffee Housing Trust, and a letter of support for renaming Chinaman Gulch. They also accepted Blue Triton's annual report and found the company in good standing, with one commissioner voting against. No decisions were made in executive session.

• Approved Resolution 2022-31 conditionally granting Renewal special event permit (unanimous)
• Approved True Heritage Water Subdivision Exemption with septic remediation condition (unanimous)
• Approved Cogan Farms Agricultural Subdivision Exemption (unanimous)
• Approved Elliott Plat Amendment removing rear setback limitation (unanimous)
• Approved $10,000 building permit fee waiver for Chaffee Housing Trust (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-36 appointing Daryn Ridenour to METAB (unanimous)
• Approved letter of support for renaming Chinaman Gulch to Yansing Gulch (unanimous)
• Accepted Blue Triton's 2021 Annual Report and found company in good standing (2-1)

Board of Commissioners Work Session - 1st Monday

The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to receive updates from county departments and external agencies. The body will discuss building safety, the Fairgrounds Master Plan, and legal sufficiency for Cottonwood Pass Road. They will also consider a contract for airport pavement maintenance.

• Contract for Airport Pavement Maintenance & Rehabilitation Project with Dibble Engineering
• Presentation and proposal regarding recycling, landfill, and land usage from B1 Energy
• Discussion on Statement of Legal Sufficiency for Cottonwood Pass Road
• 2021 County Audit presentation
• Discussion on seating of Planning Commission Members

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding Blue Triton's 1041 Permit compliance. The body is also considering an intergovernmental agreement for public school site contributions and a liquor license application for Centerville Pit Stop.

• Public hearing on Blue Triton’s Annual Report and 1041 Permit compliance
• Resolution 2022-35 approving Peak View Major Subdivision Final Plat
• Resolution 2022-33 approving Blitstein Agricultural Subdivision Exemption #2
• Liquor license application and public hearing date for Centerville Pit Stop
• Proposed IGA for public school site contributions between Chaffee County and local municipalities

County Board

The Chaffee County Transportation Advisory Board met via Zoom and approved the agenda and February minutes. Commissioner Baker reported that the county applied for federal funds to build a meeting center in Buena Vista that could double as an emergency operations center. The board discussed transit updates, a land use code update, and road name changes, but took no formal action on these items.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved February 10, 2022 minutes with spelling correction (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will deliberate on an appeal regarding Aspire Tours and consider several land use requests. The meeting includes votes on a subdivision exemption and a potential fee waiver for public benefit.

• Decision on Appeal of Decision: Aspire Tours Limited Impact Review
• Blitstein Agricultural Subdivision Exemption #2 at 36570 Highway 24 North, Buena Vista
• Proposed $600 fee waiver for RIP's Ranch Subdivision Exemption for Forest Road 108 access
• Contract policy amendment allowing Director of Finance to execute separation agreements up to $25,000
• Letter of support for Town of Buena Vista Water Treatment Plant project funding

The Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved Resolution 2022-34, granting a land use change permit for a campground and outfitter facility at 11302 CR 190 W, overturning the Planning Commission's denial. The board also approved the Blitstein Agricultural Subdivision Exemption #2, a lienholder exception, a fee waiver, and several other items. The letter of support for a harm-reduction pilot project was continued to the next meeting.

• Approved Resolution 2022-34 for Aspire Tours campground at 11302 CR 190 W (unanimous)
• Approved Blitstein Agricultural Subdivision Exemption #2 at 36570 Highway 24 North (unanimous)
• Approved exception to lienholder acknowledgement for Paulden-Stergius boundary line adjustment (unanimous)
• Approved $600 fee waiver for RIP's Ranch Subdivision Exemption (unanimous)
• Approved CR 397 Bridge Rehabilitation PCN and UP crossing agreement (unanimous)
• Approved letter of support for Buena Vista Water Treatment Plant CDSS request (unanimous)
• Continued letter of support for harm-reduction pilot project to April 19, 2022
• Approved amended agenda and minutes of April 5, 2022 (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners Work Session - 2nd Monday

The Board of Commissioners is holding a work session to discuss legal sufficiency for Cottonwood Pass Road and updates to the CORA request policy. The board will also review a proposed amendment to the Director of Finance's authority regarding separation agreements.

• Discussion on Department of Transportation request for Cottonwood Pass Road
• Proposed amendment to contract policy for separation agreements not exceeding $25,000
• Consideration of update to CORA Request Policy
• Waste Diversion Plan Update by GARNA
• Land Management Agencies Stakeholder Meeting

County Board

The Chaffee Common Ground Citizens Advisory Committee met virtually and reviewed multiple grant applications, discussing their merits and concerns. No final funding decisions were made; the committee will continue evaluations and finalize recommendations at a May 4 meeting. Sales tax collections were reported as lower than projected, potentially reducing available grant funds.

• Approved April 8, 2022 agenda and February 28, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Scheduled additional meeting for May 4 to finalize funding recommendations
• Moved BOCC consideration of recommendations to May 10
• Directed Ben D to check cash match, in-kind match, and administrative costs for all evaluations
• Directed Ben D to reach out to Crippen's Processing applicant for more details
• Directed Ben D to ask CCFPD applicant about staff position vs. UTV priority
• Agreed to explore enabling reviewer comments/scores in grants portal

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review several land subdivision exemptions and final plats. The agenda includes a high-cost contract for the Sheriff's Office and a moratorium extension for road vacations in Nathrop.

• Record Management System for Sheriff’s Office with E-Force for $315,118.88 plus $35,582.27 annual fee
• Blitstein Agricultural Subdivision Exemption #2 at 36570 Highway 24 North, Buena Vista
• Peak View Major Subdivision Final Plat at 11415 County Road 190, Salida
• Resolution 2022-26 extending the temporary moratorium on road and alley vacations in Nathrop
• Denial of the Tracey & Covell Trust Short Term Rental Permit for 13500 CR 220, Salida

The Board upheld the denial of a short-term rental license for 13500 CR 220, Salida, with a 2-1 vote. They also approved a $95,467.20 change order for tunnel repairs on County Rd. 371, approved the Peak View Major Subdivision Final Plat, and continued the Blitstein Agricultural Subdivision Exemption to April 12. Several proclamations and permits were approved, and an executive session was held with no decisions made.

• Approved Resolution 2022-30 upholding denial of short-term rental license for 13500 CR 220, Salida (2-1, Granzella dissenting)
• Approved Harrison Western change order of $95,467.20 for County Rd. 371 tunnel rehabilitation (unanimous)
• Approved Peak View Major Subdivision Final Plat for 11415 County Road 190, Salida (unanimous)
• Continued Blitstein Agricultural Subdivision Exemption #2 to April 12, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved Renewal 2022 Special Event Permit with conditions (unanimous)
• Designated May 27–June 26, 2022 as 30-day high flow period for RICD (unanimous)
• Approved FY23 CDS request of $1,000,000 for north Chaffee County EMS building (unanimous)
• Appointed Chip Mortimer to Planning Commission vacancy (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review a request to create a 29-space Recreational Vehicle park in two phases. The meeting also includes a training session for commissioners on findings of fact.

• Limited Impact Review for Applejack RV Park/Campground at 8509 County Road 250, Salida
• Proposal for 29 RV spaces with a commercial well and two on-site wastewater treatment systems
• APA Commissioner Training Program video discussion

Board of Commissioners Work Session - 1st Monday

The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss a potential ballot measure regarding the Housing Authority. The body will also consider a request to waive landfill fees for a community clean-up event and discuss extending a moratorium on road and alley vacations in Nathrop.

• Request from GARNA/AHRA for waiver of landfill dump fees for Clean-Up Green-Up event
• Potential ballot measure presentation by Housing Authority Board and Ad Hoc Committee
• Extension of temporary moratorium on road and alley vacation applications in Nathrop
• Applications for Planning Commission vacancy
• Wording for Fairground Leases for Scanga and Bright

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss a Dark Sky Initiative and review two requests to subdivide residential lots in Salida. The body will also conduct training on legal and ethical decision-making.

• Three Sixty West Minor Subdivision Sketch Plan at 10160 County Road 190 W
• Boone & Peuser Minor Subdivision Sketch Plan at 10180 County Road 190 W
• Dark Sky Initiative discussion with Dani Robben of San Luis Valley Great Outdoors
• APA Commissioner Training Program on Legal Decision-Making & Ethics

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review land use requests, including a large conservation subdivision and a boundary line adjustment. The meeting also includes legal discussions regarding water court cases and several contract approvals.

• Proposed subdivision of 184.27 acres at 8268 County Road 160 into 68 lots and one 181-acre open space outlot
• Boundary line adjustment for 10301 River Bend Road to allow for an accessory dwelling unit
• Resolution upholding the denial of a short term rental license for 13500 CR 220, Salida
• Contract with Sol Vista Health for mental health services at the jail
• Intergovernmental Agreement with Buena Vista regarding Colorado Source Water Protection Area

The Board unanimously approved the Timber Creek Ranch Conservation Subdivision sketch plan, allowing 68 lots on 184.27 acres with a 181-acre outlot preserved as open space. The board also ratified a statement of opposition in water court case 2021CW3086 regarding the Acequia Ditch and approved the Holmes-Young Boundary Line Adjustment. Two executive sessions were held with no decisions made, and staff was directed to pursue a statement of opposition in water court case 2022CW3004 regarding the Triview Metropolitan District.

• Approved Timber Creek Ranch Conservation Subdivision sketch plan (unanimous)
• Ratified filing of Statement of Opposition in Water Court Case 2021CW3086 (unanimous)
• Approved Holmes-Young Boundary Line Adjustment (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda as amended (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of March 8, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Directed staff to pursue Statement of Opposition in Water Court Case 2022CW3004 (Granzella/Baker)
• Directed staff to prepare letter to Triview asserting right to claim future 1041 (Baker/Granzella)
• Held executive sessions with no decisions made

Board of Commissioners Work Session - 2nd Monday

The Board of Commissioners is holding a work session to discuss various departmental reports and contracts. The meeting includes reviews of road and bridge updates, EMS reports, and intergovernmental agreements.

• Statement of Legal Sufficiency for Cottonwood Pass Road
• Contract with Sol Vista Health for mental health services at the jail
• Standtec Contract Change Order
• Intergovernmental Agreement with Buena Vista regarding Colorado Source Water Protection Area
• Records Management System for CCSO

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider several land subdivision exemptions and a final decision on a denied short-term rental license. The meeting also includes a contract recommendation for tunnel rehabilitation and a review of the Ogden subdivision plat.

• Bid contractor recommendation for CR 371 Tunnels Rehabilitation Project
• Appeal of denied short-term rental license for 13500 CR 220, Salida
• Subdivision request for 43.05 acres at 18205 Highway 285, Nathrop
• Subdivision request for 36.24 acres at 7319 Highway 285, Salida
• Subdivision request for 19.88 acres at 9540 W Highway 50, Salida

The Board upheld the administrative denial of a short-term rental license for 13500 CR 220, Salida, in a 2-1 vote. They also approved two heritage water subdivision exemptions (Fisher and Brown), denied the Tomkiewicz/Fortier exemption due to lack of legal access, and continued the Aspire Tours appeal to April 12, 2022. The meeting was otherwise routine, with consent agenda items and a proclamation supporting Ukraine.

• Upheld denial of short-term rental license at 13500 CR 220 (2-1)
• Approved Fisher Heritage Water Subdivision Exemption (unanimous)
• Approved Brown Heritage Water Subdivision Exemption (unanimous)
• Denied Tomkiewicz/Fortier Heritage Water Subdivision Exemption (unanimous)
• Continued Aspire Tours Limited Impact Review appeal to April 12, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved bid contractor recommendation for CR 371 Tunnels Rehabilitation Project (unanimous)
• Approved Proclamation in Support of Ukraine Against Russian Aggression (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda as amended (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners Work Session - 1st Monday

The Board of Commissioners is holding a work session to receive reports from county departments and external partners. The body will discuss infrastructure projects, water rights, and a proclamation regarding Ukraine.

• Bid contractor recommendation for CR 371 Tunnels Rehabilitation Project
• Determination of 8 days in June for Recreational In-Channel Diversion (RICD) water rights at 1800 cfs
• Proclamation in Support of Ukraine Against Russian Aggression
• Update on Stackhaus Annexation and CR 306 from Town of Buena Vista Planning Manager
• Community Wildfire Protection Plan Implementation Update from Envision Forest Health Council

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review several subdivision plats and a boundary line adjustment. The meeting includes a hearing on a denied short-term rental license and a review of COVID-19 emergency declarations.

• Resolution 2022-22 for Milus Plat Amendment, Lot 3, Lazy Daze Subdivision
• Resolution 2022-21 for Held Brothers Minor Subdivision Final Plat
• Resolution 2022-23 for Sage Heights Major Subdivision Preliminary Plan/Final Plat
• Boundary line adjustment for 10301 River Bend Road, Salida
• Appeal of administrative decision denying short-term rental license for 13500 CR 220, Salida

The Board voted unanimously to allow the Public Health Order and Emergency Disaster Declaration to expire immediately, and to terminate County COVID processes by April 1, 2022. They also approved several subdivision plats, including the Held Brothers Minor Subdivision and Sage Heights Major Subdivision, and continued the Ogden Major Subdivision and a short-term rental appeal to March 8, 2022.

• Approved agenda as amended, moving Held and Sage Heights items to regular agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of Feb 14 and Feb 15 meetings (2-0, Baker abstained)
• Approved fee waiver for Pole, Pedal and Paddle special event (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-21 for Held Brothers Minor Subdivision final plat (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-23 for Sage Heights Major Subdivision preliminary plan/final plat (unanimous)
• Allowed Public Health Order and Emergency Disaster Declaration to expire, terminated COVID processes by April 1 (unanimous)
• Continued Holmes-Young Boundary Line Adjustment to March 15, 2022 (unanimous)
• Continued Ogden Major Subdivision to March 8, 2022, restricted to access issue (2-1, Felt against)

Planning Commission

The Chaffee County Planning Commission is meeting to review two subdivision requests in rural zones. The body will consider proposals to divide existing parcels into smaller residential lots.

• River Pointe Reserve Major Subdivision Sketch Plan: request to divide 35.20 acres at 9725 County Road 163 into seven lots
• Timber Creek Ranch Conservation Subdivision: request to divide 184.27 acres at 8268 County Road 160 into 68 lots and one 181-acre open space outlot

The Chaffee County Planning Commission approved the Aspire Tours Limited Impact Review for a campground and outfitter facility in a Rural zone, subject to 25 conditions of approval and 16 zoning compliance requirements for building permits. The motion passed 6-1, with Commissioner Allen dissenting, citing concerns about the rural location, neighbor testimony, and water adequacy. The commission also postponed the election of officers to the February 1 meeting.

• Approved Aspire Tours Limited Impact Review with conditions (6-1)
• Postponed election of officers to February 1 meeting (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Chaffee County Planning Commission will conduct a training module and discuss an Xcel Energy text amendment. The commission is also reviewing a request to re-subdivide a 28.24-acre tract into four lots.

• Brown Minor Subdivision request for 7319 Highway 285, Salida
• Xcel Energy Text Amendment
• Planning Commissioner Training Module on roles and procedural requirements

Planning Commission

The Buena Vista Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a joint meeting with the Chaffee County Planning Commission. The primary focus is a discussion regarding an Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) to manage growth and development in the Town's Three-Mile Planning Area.

• IGA Discussion with Chaffee County Planning Commission regarding the Three-Mile Planning Area, Municipal Services Area, and Area of Designated Growth

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review subdivision requests for properties in Salida and a text amendment to the Land Use Code regarding mailing requirements. The body will also consider a short-term rental license appeal and grant applications for public safety and recreation.

• Held Brothers Minor Subdivision: 32.15 acres into three lots and one outlot at 11410 County Road 240, Salida
• Sage Heights Major Subdivision: 30.9 acres into 14 lots at 12506 County Road 190 E, Salida
• Land Use Code Text Amendment to replace certified mail requirements with first class mail notice
• Appeal of administrative decision denying a short-term rental license for 13500 CR 220, Salida
• Resolution 2022-19 supporting HB 1117 Lodging Tax Expansion

The Board of County Commissioners approved the Held Brothers Minor Subdivision Final Plat at 11410 County Road 240, Salida, and the Sage Heights Major Subdivision Preliminary Plan/Final Plat at 12506 County Road 190 E, Salida, both with conditions of approval. The board also amended Sections 5.2.3 A, F & I of the Land Use Code to replace a certified mail requirement with a first-class mail notice requirement. An appeal of a denied short-term rental license for 13500 CR 220, Salida, was continued to March 1, 2022, and the consent agenda was approved with one item removed.

• Approved the Held Brothers Minor Subdivision Final Plat, subdividing 32.15 acres into three lots and one outlot, with conditions of approval.
• Approved the Sage Heights Major Subdivision Preliminary Plan/Final Plat, subdividing 30.9 acres into fourteen lots, with amended conditions of approval.
• Amended Land Use Code Sections 5.2.3 A, F & I to replace the certified, return receipt mailing requirement with a first-class mail notice requirement.
• Continued the appeal of the denied short-term rental license for 13500 CR 220, Salida, to March 1, 2022.
• Approved the consent agenda with item 5 (finalizing sketch design of the Northern Chaffee County EMS/Public Safety Building) removed.
• Approved the minutes of the February 8, 2022, meeting with a correction to the motion under item E.8.

Board of Commissioners Work Session - 2nd Monday

The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss various county updates and grant applications. The body is considering resolutions regarding state legislation and partnerships for recreation and composting projects.

• Consideration of a DOLA Grant for an EMS Building
• Consideration of a GOCO Centennial Program Visioning Proposal for Colorado 14ers recreation
• Consideration of a Resolution Supporting HB 1117
• Consideration of support for Elements Mountain Compost CDPHE RREO Grant
• Executive session regarding potential land use litigation

The Chaffee County Board of Commissioners met for a work session on February 14, 2022, with Chairman Greg Felt and Commissioner Rusty Granzella present; Commissioner Keith Baker was excused. The board moved into executive session at 2:34 p.m. to receive legal advice on potential land use litigation, and came out at 3:10 p.m. with no decisions made. The minutes record no substantive decisions or approvals during the work session.

• Moved into executive session under C.R.S. 24-6-402(4)(b) for legal advice on potential land use litigation, approved unanimously by Commissioners Granzella and Felt.
• Came out of executive session at 3:10 p.m. with no decisions made.

County Board

The Chaffee County Transportation Advisory Board approved its agenda with an added item to present an annual summary to county commissioners, and approved the January 13, 2022 minutes. No substantive decisions were made; discussions included transit delays, public outreach for the HOPE grant, and sub-area planning for rural connectivity.

• Approved agenda with added item on annual report to commissioners (all in favor)
• Approved minutes from January 13, 2022 (all in favor)

Planning Commission

The Chaffee Common Ground Citizens Advisory Committee met virtually and approved the agenda and prior minutes unanimously. The meeting focused on orienting two new members, reviewing grant program details and past awards, and discussing the application process for the upcoming fourth grant cycle. No funding decisions were made at this meeting.

• Approved February 9, 2022 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved January 10, 2022 minutes (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review several land-use requests, including subdivision exemptions and boundary adjustments. The body will also consider a commercial card agreement with UMB Bank and various grant and funding approvals.

• Resolution for the Ogden Major Subdivision Preliminary and Final Plat
• Request to subdivide 19.88 acres into two lots at 9540 W Highway 50
• Boundary line adjustment for properties at 7112 County Road 125 and W. Highway 50
• Plat amendment for Lot 3, Lazy Daze Subdivision at 8138 Lazy Daze Road
• Commercial Card Agreement with UMB Bank

The Board approved $350,000 from DHS funding reserves for Jane's Place and made $150,000 available for pre-school childcare initiatives, with a June 1, 2022 deadline. The vote was 2-1, with Commissioner Baker opposed. The Board also approved several land-use items, including the Starbuck Jensen Perse Boundary Line Adjustment, Milus Plat Amendment, and Brinkman Lot Line Elimination, and continued two subdivision matters to future meetings.

• Approved $350,000 to Jane's Place and $150,000 for pre-school childcare (2-1)
• Approved Starbuck Jensen Perse Boundary Line Adjustment (unanimous)
• Approved Milus Plat Amendment, Lot 3, Lazy Daze Subdivision Replat (unanimous)
• Approved Brinkman Lot Line Elimination (unanimous)
• Continued Ogden Major Subdivision to March 1, 2022 (unanimous)
• Continued Tomkiewicz/Fortier Heritage Water Subdivision to March 8, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved Commercial Card Agreement with UMB Bank (unanimous)
• Approved South Fairgrounds Property Leases with Scanga Ranch and Brights (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners Work Session - 1st Monday

The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss facility agreements and funding requests. The meeting includes reports from building, planning, and engineering departments, as well as a congressional update.

• Chaffee County Fairgrounds Facility Agreement updates and Tier Non-Profit Payment Schedule Proposal
• BV Rodeo Grounds Proposal with Town of Buena Vista
• Special one-time funding requests from DHS Funding Reserves
• Chaffee County Visitors Bureau request to fund Sustainable Recreation marketing project
• Runway Rehab Grant for the airport

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing multiple land subdivision requests and filling vacancies on several county boards. The meeting also includes discussions on COVID policies for public meetings and a bridge replacement project.

• Resolution for the Ogden Major Subdivision Preliminary and Final Plat
• Subdivision of 19.88 acres into two lots at 9540 W Highway 50, Salida
• McFarland Heritage Water Subdivision Exemption
• Bid selection for Methodist Front Phase 2
• Chaffee County Route 397 Bridge Replacement license agreements

The Board unanimously approved Resolution 2022-08 for the McFarland Heritage Water Subdivision Exemption, reappointed members to the Visitors Bureau, and filled an Airport Board vacancy. Several items were continued to February 8, including the Ogden Major Subdivision plat and the Tomkiewicz/Fortier subdivision exemption. The Board also accepted a bid for the Methodist Front Phase 2 forest project and continued the current COVID policy through February.

• Approved Resolution 2022-08 McFarland Heritage Water Subdivision Exemption (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-12 appointing Mike Phelps to Airport Board (unanimous)
• Reappointed Sarah Briam and Clay Bidwell to Visitors Bureau via Resolution 2022-15 (unanimous)
• Accepted bid from Vegetation Management West for Methodist Front Phase 2 (unanimous)
• Approved February 2022 as Chaffee County Kindness In Action month (unanimous)
• Approved fee reduction to $200 for Cogan Farms Agricultural Subdivision Exemption re-submission (unanimous)
• Continued Ogden Major Subdivision plat to February 8, 2022 (unanimous)
• Continued Tomkiewicz/Fortier Heritage Water Subdivision Exemption to February 8, 2022 (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Chaffee County Planning Commission is meeting to review two subdivision requests in Salida and a proposed change to mailing requirements in the Land Use Code. The body will also review a Notice of Decision for Aspire Tours Limited Impact Reviews.

• Held Brothers Minor Subdivision Final Plat: subdividing 32.15 acres into three lots and one outlot at 11410 County Road 240
• Sage Heights Major Subdivision Preliminary Plan/Final Plat: subdividing 30.9 acres into 14 lots at 12506 County Road 190 E
• Land Use Code Text Amendment: replacing certified, return receipt mailing requirements with first class mail notice requirements in Sections 5.2.3 A, F & I
• Aspire Tours Limited Impact Reviews: review and approval of Notice of Decision

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to consider Resolution No. 2022-06. This resolution proposes an increase in the total number of precincts within Chaffee County.

• Resolution No. 2022-06: Increasing the number of precincts within Chaffee County

The Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved Resolution 2022-06, which adopts updated precinct boundaries for Chaffee County. The meeting was brief and procedural, with no other substantive decisions made.

• Approved Resolution 2022-06 adopting precinct boundaries (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Chaffee County Planning Commission will deliberate on a request from Kathrin Troxler for a business development at 11302 County Road 190 W. The proposal includes an outfitting facility, a seasonal employee campground, and a phased public campground with cabins and tent sites.

• Review of Aspire Tours Limited Impact Reviews at 11302 County Road 190 W
• Proposal for adventure tourism outfitting facility
• Proposal for seasonal employee campground
• Proposal for phased public campground with cabins and tent sites

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss a land use code rewrite grant and a subdivision exemption for McFarland Heritage Water. The body is also considering enforcement action against a property owner at 156 Singletree and reviewing a county administrative strategic plan.

• DOLA Grant EIAF 9433 for Chaffee County Land Use Code Rewrite
• Resolution 2021-41 regarding McFarland Heritage Water Subdivision Exemption
• Enforcement action under Land Use and Building Code for 156 Singletree
• South Fairgrounds Property Lease
• County Administrative Strategic Plan final working draft

The Board accepted a DOLA grant and approved a contract with Logan Simpson for the Chaffee County Land Use Code Rewrite project, with a total budget not exceeding $300,000. Several board appointments were made, including to the Common Ground, Fair, Heritage, METAB, Right to Ranch, Transportation Advisory, and Planning Commissions. The Board also authorized enforcement action against a property owner and approved a cost increase for the Granite Bridge project. Several items were tabled to February 1, 2022, including the McFarland Heritage Water Subdivision Exemption and the South Fairgrounds Property Lease.

• Accepted DOLA Grant EIAF 9433 for Land Use Code Rewrite (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Logan Simpson for Land Use Code Rewrite, budget not to exceed $300,000 (unanimous)
• Authorized enforcement action against property owner of 156 Singletree Rd. (unanimous)
• Approved up to $38,000 increase for Granite Bridge Rehabilitation RFC-CHA 397 (unanimous)
• Reappointed/appointed members to Common Ground, Fair, Heritage, METAB, Right to Ranch, and TAB boards (unanimous)
• Reappointed Hank Held and appointed Bill Mansheim to Planning Commission (unanimous)
• Appointed Sara Anderson to Planning Commission (2-1, Granzella against)
• Tabled McFarland Heritage Water Subdivision Exemption and South Fairgrounds Property Lease to Feb. 1, 2022

County Board

The Chaffee County Transportation Advisory Board approved the agenda as amended, approved the December 2021 minutes, and recommended Tom Brown for appointment and Kate Garwood for re-appointment to three-year terms. No candidates were found for a third expiring position. The board also discussed transit updates, HOPE grant progress, and potential projects for federal funding.

• Approved agenda as amended to add candidate recommendation item (all in favor)
• Approved December 2021 minutes as written (all in favor)
• Recommended Tom Brown for appointment to vacant three-year term (all in favor)
• Recommended Kate Garwood for re-appointment to three-year term (all in favor)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings on three land subdivision and replat projects in Salida. The meeting also includes a review of the County Administrative Strategic Plan and the appointment of two members to the Southern Colorado Economic Development District.

• Ogden Major Subdivision: request to subdivide 20.14 acres into five lots at 12806 County Road 190 E
• Peak View Major Subdivision: request to re-subdivide 20.13 acres into seven lots at 11415 County Road 190
• Paulden-Stergius Boundary Line Adjustment: request to vacate and merge parcels at 22425 Dunn Street and 22442 Jones Street
• Tomkiewicz/Fortier Heritage Water Subdivision Exemption: request to subdivide 19.88 acres into two lots at 9540 W Highway 50
• CDOT Memorandum of Agreement for CR 397 Granite Bridge Rehabilitation

The Board of County Commissioners approved three subdivision-related requests: the Ogden Major Subdivision Preliminary Plan-Final Plat, the Peak View Major Subdivision Preliminary Plan, and the Paulden-Stergius Boundary Line Adjustment & Lot Line Elimination. They also approved a Teleworking/Remote Work Policy. The South Fairgrounds Property Lease was continued to the January 18, 2022 meeting, and the Tomkiewicz/Fortier Heritage Water Subdivision Exemption was continued to February 1, 2022.

• Approved Ogden Major Subdivision Preliminary Plan-Final Plat (unanimous)
• Approved Peak View Major Subdivision Preliminary Plan (unanimous)
• Approved Paulden-Stergius Boundary Line Adjustment & Lot Line Elimination (unanimous)
• Approved Teleworking/Remote Work Policy (unanimous)
• Continued South Fairgrounds Property Lease to January 18, 2022
• Continued Tomkiewicz/Fortier Heritage Water Subdivision Exemption to February 1, 2022
• Appointed Granzella and Rishavy to SCEDD Board (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners Work Session - 2nd Monday

The Board of Commissioners is conducting a work session to receive reports from county departments and discuss specific local projects. The meeting includes updates on housing funding and infrastructure agreements.

• CDOT Memorandum of Agreement for CR 397 Granite Bridge Rehabilitation
• Discussion on Valley View Rehab Project and grant monies
• Jane's Place update regarding DHS one-time funding support
• South Fairgrounds property lease update
• Chaffee County Early Childcare Council presentation

County Board

The Chaffee Common Ground Citizens Advisory Committee approved the agenda and previous minutes, and confirmed an estimated $800,000 will be available for the upcoming 4th grant cycle. They also approved new language for Agricultural Enhancement Grants to include public lands grazing allotments, and re-elected Cindy Williams as Chair and Michael Hannigan as Vice-Chair.

• Approved January 10, 2022 agenda and November 15, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Confirmed $800,000 estimated available for 4th grant cycle
• Approved new language for Agricultural Enhancement Grants to include public lands grazing allotments
• Re-elected Cindy Williams as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Michael Hannigan as Vice-Chair (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss a temporary ban on new marijuana licenses and permits in unincorporated areas through 2023. The meeting also includes reviews of several subdivision exemptions and funding requests for housing.

• Temporary moratorium on retail marijuana establishments in unincorporated Chaffee County until December 31, 2023
• Resolution 2022-02: Temporary ban on medical marijuana facility applications and licensing until December 31, 2023
• Request for 2022 funding for the Chaffee Housing Trust
• Subdivision request for 9540 W Highway 50 to divide 19.88 acres into two lots
• Resolution 2022-03: Renewal of Chaffee County Emergency Medical Services ambulance license and five vehicle permits

The Board of County Commissioners approved $20,000 in 2022 funding for the Chaffee Housing Trust, renewed the ambulance service license, and adopted a temporary moratorium on retail and medical marijuana establishments through December 31, 2023. They also continued two subdivision exemption requests to later dates and set Planning Commission interview dates.

• Approved $20,000 for Chaffee Housing Trust (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-03 renewing EMS ambulance license and permits for five ambulances (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2022-01 imposing retail marijuana moratorium until Dec 31, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-02 imposing medical marijuana facility ban until Dec 31, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-04 for Morrison Minor Subdivision Final Plat (unanimous)
• Continued Tomkiewicz/Fortier subdivision exemption to Jan 11, 2022 (unanimous)
• Continued McFarland subdivision exemption to Jan 18, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved letter of support for Sundry's Revitalization Grant (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Chaffee County Planning Commission will hold a work session to discuss a text amendment for Special Events Permits. The commission will also review a proposal regarding Adequate Water Supply Thresholds.

• Special Events Permits Text Amendment
• Proposal and discussion on Adequate Water Supply Thresholds