Grand County public meetings in 2025

County Commissioners

The Grand County Board of Commissioners meeting on Dec 23, 2025 includes routine items such as approval of minutes, weekly payments, and public comments. The board will consider several contracts and agreements, including a Motorola e‑Citations contract for the Sheriff’s Office, a Trace3 virtualization platform agreement, and a ground lease for Hangar 28 with High Altitude Hangars LLC. An executive session at 11:00 a.m. will be held to discuss the purchase, lease, transfer, or sale of any interest in the Flying Heels Arena. Additional topics include water‑conservation programs, a voting‑system comparison, and a memorandum of understanding for the Varra Family Open Space.

• Executive Session to discuss purchase, lease, transfer, or sale of Flying Heels Arena
• Grand County Sheriff Office Motorola e‑Citations contract
• Information Systems Trace3 Virtualization Platform Agreement
• High Altitude Hangars LLC Hangar 28 ground lease, new construction
• Varra Family Open Space Memorandum of Understanding with Open Lands, Rivers, and Trails

The commissioners approved a voting system from Clear Ballot Group, Inc., along with related service agreements, by a 2‑1 vote. They also approved a $124,364.21 purchase of Motorola e‑Citations and a $331,739.57 Trace3 Virtualization Platform agreement, both unanimously. Additional items such as weekly vouchers, a ground lease for Hangar 28, and a $6,000 contract with CASA were approved unanimously.

• Approved Clear Ballot Group voting system and related agreements (2-1)
• Approved Wolf Letter ratification (2-1)
• Approved Motorola e‑Citations purchase for $124,364.21 (unanimous)
• Approved Trace3 Virtualization Platform Agreement for $331,739.57 (unanimous)
• Approved weekly vouchers, wire payments and interfund transfers (unanimous)
• Approved Ground Lease with High Altitude Hangars LLC for Hangar 28 (unanimous)
• Approved Core Services Contract with CASA of the Continental Divide for $6,000 (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will vote on the 2026 final budget resolutions and 2025 budget supplementals. The meeting includes public hearings for the Dillie Docks 2.0 and Straley special use permits. Commissioners will also review various departmental contracts and an executive session regarding the Flying Heels Arena.

• Approval of 2026 Final Budget Resolutions and Certification of Levies and Revenue
• Public Hearing: Dillie Docks 2.0 Special Use Permit
• Public Hearing: Straley Special Use Permit and Outright Exemption
• Executive Session: Purchase, acquisition, lease, transfer, or sale of Flying Heels Arena
• Contracts: Allpaid, Inc. (Sheriff Office), Flor y GIS (Information Systems), and Madden Media (Tourism Board)

The Grand County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved the 2026 county budget, the Housing Authority budget, and numerous contracts and memoranda of understanding. Two special‑use permits were approved: Dillie Docks 2.0 (unanimous) and Straley (2‑1 vote). All other motions passed unanimously.

• Approved Resolution 2025-12-5 Budget for Grand County (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025-12-6 2026 Final Budget for Grand County Housing Authority (unanimous)
• Approved Straley Special Use Permit with conditions (2-1)
• Approved Dillie Docks 2.0 Special Use Permit (unanimous)
• Approved Flory GIS Services Contract Amendment #3 for $5,700 (unanimous)
• Approved EMS Station 1 ME Engineers Commissioning Contract (unanimous)
• Approved Collective Bargaining Agreement (unanimous)
• Approved Funding Request for additional BOCC support: $60,000 admin and $10,000 for Black Bear Apartments (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Commissioners will review routine items such as minutes, finance payments, departmental contracts, and a personnel manual amendment. After a break, they will consider an emergency grant request from the Town of Hot Sulphur Springs and discuss a library district board appointment and a hydrogen‑powered passenger rail project overview.

• Approve weekly finance payments
• Review departmental contracts (EMS travel, OpenGov data migration, etc.)
• Consider Personnel Manual amendment, Section 6.32 Pets in the Workplace
• Decide on the Town of Hot Sulphur Springs OLRT emergency grant request
• Hear presentation on hydrogen‑powered passenger rail service project

The Grand County Board of Commissioners approved a series of unanimous motions, including canceling uncollectible taxes, abating erroneous tax assessments, releasing $84,204 escrow for subdivision improvements, a data‑migration contract, a community radio underwriting agreement, library trustee appointments, and a pets‑in‑the‑workplace amendment. They also approved an emergency grant for the Town of Hot Sulphur Springs with a 2‑aye, 1‑nay vote. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved RESOLUTION 2025-12-2 canceling certain uncollectible taxes (unanimous)
• Approved RESOLUTION 2025-12-3 authorizing tax abatement for erroneous assessments (unanimous)
• Approved escrow release of $84,204 for Sterling Pointe Condominiums subdivision improvements (unanimous)
• Approved OpenGov Inc. Data Migration Project Contract not to exceed $1,290 (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 KFFR Community Radio Underwriting Agreement (unanimous)
• Approved trustee appointments to Grand County Library District Board: Jen Goertz (3‑yr) and Miriam Roskam (2‑yr) (unanimous)
• Approved Personnel Manual amendment allowing pets in the workplace effective Jan 1 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved OLRT Emergency Grant for Hot Sulphur Springs (2 ayes, 1 nay)

Middle Park Fair and Rodeo

The board is discussing preparations for the 2026 fair, including the fair book, sponsorship packets, and scheduling. The meeting also covers reports on recent and upcoming community events in December.

• 2026 fair book and schedule
• 2026 sponsorship packet
• Selection of 2026 photographer for sale and other events
• Grant applications
• Planning for 2026 live music and child entertainment

The board unanimously approved operating expenses of $2,050.99 for December and a $150 livestock expense. It also approved new fair book advertising rates, raising prices about 20%, and adopted the 2026 sponsorship packets. Minutes from the November 10 meeting were ratified, and the board agreed to hire a new photographer for upcoming events.

• Approved operating expenses $2,050.99 (unanimous)
• Approved $150 livestock expense (unanimous)
• Approved new fair book ad prices (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 sponsorship packets (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from Nov 10, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Agreed to hire a new photographer for livestock shows and events

County Commissioners

The Grand County Board of Commissioners meeting on December 1, 2025 includes routine business such as approval of minutes, weekly payments, public comments, and several contract renewals. The agenda lists a variance request for an on‑site wastewater treatment system at Stefanski. The board will discuss and decide on that variance along with reviewing the listed contracts.

• Stefanski On‑Site Wastewater Treatment System variance request
• Silver Spruce Apartments windows contract (Grand County Housing Authority)
• Grand County Sheriff Office animal shelter lease
• Parshall Inn Tavern liquor license renewal (PIFGB dba)
• Motorola Rave contract renewal (Office of Emergency Management)

The minutes for the December 1, 2025 Grand County Commissioners meeting contain garbled text and do not record any clear decisions, approvals, denials, or vote tallies. No actionable items can be identified from the provided record.

County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider preliminary plats for two developments. The body will also review several departmental contracts and grant applications.

• Winter Park Ranch Townhomes Preliminary Plat
• Fraser's Ridge Preliminary Plat
• Connected for Rural Colorado Grant for Emergency Medical Services
• Winegar Well Services New Road and Bridge Shop Well Drilling Contract
• Rocky Mountain Civil Consultants EMS Station 1 Contract Amendment

The board approved the minutes from the November 18 meeting and authorized several financial actions, including vouchers and wire payments for county departments. They also approved contracts and grant-related documents for emergency services, public health laboratory services, road and bridge shop construction, and grant applications. Additionally, the commissioners approved two preliminary subdivision plats with conditions.

• Approved Board minutes dated Nov 18, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved vouchers and wire payments for Grand County, Human Services and Housing Authority (unanimous)
• Approved Director to sign Connected for Rural Colorado Grant award letter and documents (unanimous)
• Approved LabOne/Quest Diagnostics Laboratory Services Agreement (unanimous)
• Approved Services Contract with Winegar Well Services, LLC, up to $49,302.77 (unanimous)
• Approved Rocky Mountain Civil Consultants EMS Station 1 Contract Amendment #2 for $14,500 (unanimous)
• Approved Emergency Management Performance Grant Application (unanimous)
• Approved Winter Park Ranch Townhomes Preliminary Plat with driveway variance and 13 conditions (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider a sketch plan for the Reserve at Soda Creek subdivision and four amended final plats. The meeting also includes reviews of departmental contracts and administrative reports.

• Reserve at Soda Creek subdivision sketch plan
• Amended Final Plat for Lot 1A, Block 9, Bussey Hills Subdivision
• Amended Final Plat for Amended Parcels A and B, Hoornbeek Subdivision Exemption Amended
• Amended Final Plat for Lots 18, Block 2, Lake Forest Subdivision
• Amended Final Plat for Lot 8A, Block 6, Academy Heights

The Grand County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved several items, including a $170,000 grant to the Headwaters Trails Alliance for open land and trails. They also denied the Coyote Creek exemption request, approved a memorandum of understanding for rapid testing kits, and adopted the Grand County Cafeteria Plan. Additional approvals covered multiple subdivision and land development actions and a high‑range tree service contract.

• Denied Coyote Creek Application for Exemption for Lot 21, Unit 15 (unanimous)
• Approved Memorandum of Understanding with Colorado Dept. of Public Health for rapid testing kits (unanimous)
• Approved Grand County Cafeteria Plan (unanimous)
• Approved $170,000 Headwaters Trails Alliance grant for open land and trails (unanimous)
• Approved $133,500 Headwaters Trails Alliance grant for field work (unanimous)
• Approved $12,608.80 release of escrow funds for Summit Trail Homes (unanimous)
• Approved $24,991.02 release of escrow for Sterling Point Condominiums (unanimous)
• Approved High Range Tree Service Contract contingent on Windy Gap Ranch closing (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment

The Grand County Board of Adjustment will consider a front yard setback variance for the property at 170 County Road 463 (Parcel ID 119114107020). It will also review a height variance application for the Byers Peak Ranch, a 23.5‑acre tract in the southeast quarter of Section 19, Township 1 South, Range 75 West (Parcel ID 158730100054). The meeting includes approval of the August 13, 2025 minutes and other routine business.

• Front yard setback variance – 170 County Rd 463 (Parcel ID 119114107020)
• Height variance – Byers Peak Ranch, 23.5‑acre tract (Parcel ID 158730100054)
• Approval of minutes for August 13, 2025

The Board approved the minutes from the August 13, 2025 meeting. It then approved a 15‑foot front‑yard setback variance for Lot 15, Block 4 Hillside Addition to Pine Beach, allowing a 1,200‑sq‑ft single‑family home for one year with specific conditions. The meeting was adjourned at 4:16 p.m.

• Approved August 13, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 15‑ft front‑yard setback variance for Lot 15, Block 4 Hillside Addition to Pine Beach (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:16 p.m. (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Grand County Planning Commission will consider zoning regulation amendments for unincorporated Grand County. The body will also review four special use permits and one sketch plan for various properties.

• Zoning Regulation Amendments for unincorporated Grand County
• Special Use Permit for Ruiz Construction and Landscaping LLC at 766 County Road 609
• Special Use Permit and Outright Exemption for Straley at 1045 County Rd 5
• Sketch Plan for Reserve at Soda Creek at 67 County Rd 4429
• Special Use Permit for Dillie Docks 2.0 at 9560, 9522, 9500, and 9474 US Hwy 34

The Grand County Planning Commission approved the minutes from the October 8, 2025 meeting with all commissioners in favor. The commission reviewed a special use permit application for Ruiz Construction and Landscaping LLC and heard staff recommendations for approval with conditions. No vote or final decision on the special use permit was recorded in the minutes.

• Approved October 8, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Discussed Ruiz Construction and Landscaping LLC special use permit – no vote recorded

County Commissioners

The Grand County Board of Commissioners will review and approve the final budget for the next fiscal period. They will also consider routine items such as board minutes, weekly finance payments, and grant insurance waiver requests. Additional discussion includes a permitting overview for the Lower Blue River. The meeting concludes with a lunch with the attorney, county manager, and housing authority.

• Approval of Board Minutes
• Finance, Approval of Weekly Payments
• Final Budget Determination / Approve Budget Message
• Grand Lake Trail Grooming Grant Insurance Waiver Request
• Lower Blue River Proposed Permitting Overview

The Grand County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a $1,048,539.40 wire transfer for the Windy Gap Ranch. They also adopted the final budget determination, approved insurance waiver requests totaling $800,000 for trail organizations, and entered grant agreements with Open Lands, the YMCA and the Wildfire Council. Additional unanimous actions included audit engagement letters, a master‑plan update contract, and a $1,520.08 school fund disbursement.

• Approved $1,048,539.40 wire transfer for Windy Gap Ranch (unanimous)
• Approved Final Budget Determination (unanimous)
• Approved $200,000 insurance waiver for Grand Lake Trail Grooming (unanimous)
• Approved three $200,000 insurance waivers for Headwaters Trails Alliance (unanimous)
• Approved $51,357 Open Lands Fall Grant MOU (unanimous)
• Approved $10,000 YMCA Fall Grant MOU (unanimous)
• Approved $10,000 Wildfire Council Fall Grant MOU (unanimous)
• Approved Services Contract with Logan Simpson to update Master Plan (unanimous)

Middle Park Fair and Rodeo

The Grand County Middle Park Fair and Rodeo board will consider and vote on the 2026 MPFR rules and the 2026 fair schedule. They will also review sponsorship packets and select photographers for the upcoming fair. The meeting includes routine items such as approving prior minutes and officer reports.

• Approve October 13th meeting minutes
• Approval of 2026 MPFR rules
• Approval of 2026 Fair schedule
• Review 2026 sponsorship packets
• Select photographer(s) for 2026 Fair

The board unanimously approved the October 13, 2025 meeting minutes and the slate of 2025‑26 officers. The Treasurer’s Report for November 10 was also approved without dissent. Members voted to adopt the amended 2025‑26 MPFR Rulebook and the updated 2025‑26 fair schedule, both passing unanimously.

• Approved October 13, 2025 Board minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2025‑26 officer slate (President, Vice President, Treasurer, Secretary) (unanimous)
• Approved November 10, 2025 Treasurer’s Report (unanimous)
• Approved 2025‑26 MPFR Rules as amended (unanimous)
• Approved 2025‑26 MPFR Schedule as amended (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Grand County Board of Commissioners will hear departmental budget rebuttals, consider a direction on displaced thresholds for county airports, and review several contracts including a housing authority service windows contract, a master plan contract, and a memorandum of understanding with Jackson County. An executive session will be held to set positions and strategy for collective bargaining negotiations. The meeting also includes routine items such as approvals of minutes and public comments.

• Budget Hearings (Continued) – Departmental budget rebuttals
• Grand County Airports – Displaced thresholds direction
• Executive Session on collective bargaining negotiations
• Grand County Housing Authority Board – SSA Service Windows contract
• Community Development – Master Plan contract with Logan Simpson

The Grand County Board of Commissioners approved several items unanimously, including the October 28, 2025 meeting minutes and voucher payments for county departments. They also approved the appointment of alternates to the Board of Adjustment, a cyber‑security memorandum with Jackson County, and direction to proceed with well drilling at the Kremmling site. Additionally, the board approved revised ground leases for both county airports and instructed the Airport Committee to explore consultants for a B2 airport design.

• Approved October 28, 2025 Board minutes (unanimous)
• Approved vouchers and wire payments for Grand County, Human Services, and Housing Authority (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025-11-1 appointing alternates and renewing Board of Adjustment members (unanimous)
• Approved Jackson County Memorandum of Understanding for one‑year cyber and internet security services (unanimous)
• Directed proceeding with well drilling for the Kremmling site and signing proposal from Winegar Well Service, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved revised ground leases for both Grand County airports (unanimous)
• Directed Airport Committee to explore consultants for B2 airport design and funding (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Grand County Board of Commissioners will review several departmental contracts and updates, including equipment purchases and airport lease matters. They will also discuss a housing authority appraisal demand and an EMS billing transition request. The meeting includes three public hearings on land use and subdivision regulations. Additional presentations cover water protection and community health initiatives.

• 2026 4 Rivers Equipment, LLC Graders Purchase Agreement
• McCandless Truck Center, LLC Plow Truck Sales Proposal
• Kremmling Airport McElroy Field Ground Lease Termination, Unit #6 - Maples
• Public Hearing – 609 Ranch Special Use Permit
• Subdivision Regulation Amendment to Section 7.5, Amended Final Plat

The board unanimously approved a series of items, including the purchase of three 2026 graders from 4 Rivers Equipment, a plow truck sale from McCandless Truck Center, and a new ground lease for Hangar Unit #6 at Kremmling Airport. It also terminated the prior ground lease, authorized $9,000 for permanent door‑lock repairs, re‑appointed tourism board members, and approved several public‑hearing actions such as the 609 Ranch special‑use permit and the vacating of internal roads at Red Hawk Ranch.

• Approved Board minutes dated Oct 21, 2025 – unanimous
• Approved purchase agreement with 4 Rivers Equipment for three 2026 graders – unanimous
• Approved plow truck sales proposal from McCandless Truck Center – unanimous
• Terminated ground lease with Ken Maples at Kremmling Airport Hangar Unit #6 – unanimous
• Approved new ground lease for Hangar Unit #6 with GMI, LLC – unanimous
• Authorized $9,000 unbudgeted funds to permanently fix Human Services door locks – unanimous
• Approved 609 Ranch special‑use permit (one year, twelve conditions) – unanimous
• Vacated internal roads A, B, and C at Red Hawk Ranch – unanimous

County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review several land plat amendments and a special use permit. The meeting includes discussions on road equipment leases, property appraisal contracts, and grant applications for open lands, rivers, and trails.

• Public hearing for Lettuce Patch Special Use Permit
• Amended Final Plats for Columbine Lake (Lot 11A) and Innsbruck Val Moritz (Lot 2A)
• 2026 Graders Lease and Plow Truck Purchase recommendations
• Kilty & Co. Commercial Property Appraisal Services Contract
• Open Lands, Rivers, and Trails Fall 2025 Grant Cycle Applications

The board approved a resolution prohibiting hunting on all county‑owned, leased, or jointly held public lands. They also approved several contracts, land plats, a liquor‑license renewal, a grant award for trail construction, and a special‑use permit for a county road. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved hunting prohibition on county lands (unanimous)
• Approved $6,000 services contract with Prime Adjustments (unanimous)
• Approved services contract with Kilty & Co. for commercial property appraisal (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 graders purchase order (unanimous)
• Approved C Lazy U Ranch Complex liquor‑license renewals (unanimous)
• Approved $100,000 (or 30% of plan) grant to Granby for Highlands trail construction (unanimous)
• Approved amended final plat for Lot 1IA, Block 11, Columbine Lake with four conditions (unanimous)
• Approved special‑use permit for 2525 County Road 609 with date change and 15 conditions (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Grand County Board of Commissioners will approve the preliminary budget determination. They will hold public hearings on a Verizon Wireless cellular communications site and on departmental fee changes. Additional items include revisions to airport ground leases and a special use permit for Monarch Tire & Lube. The meeting also includes updates on strategic priorities and a presentation on voting systems.

• Approve Preliminary Budget Determination (budget hearing)
• Public Hearing – Colorado Blue River Verizon Wireless Cellular Communications Site, Special Use Permit
• Public Hearing – Grand County Departmental Fee Changes (EMS, Community Development, Sheriff Office, Road and Bridge, Clerk and Recorder)
• Kremmling and Granby Airport Ground Lease Revisions
• Public Hearing – Monarch Tire & Lube Special Use Permit

The commissioners unanimously approved the meeting minutes and a series of financial, operational and permitting items. They adopted the Preliminary Budget Determination and authorized several contracts and special use permits. A few items, such as the Kremmling and Granby Airport lease revisions, were postponed.

• Approved October 7 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved vouchers and $10,000 wire to Pitney Bowes (unanimous)
• Approved Colorado DOT Memorandum of Understanding (unanimous)
• Approved contract to purchase wetland credits with National Forest Foundation (unanimous)
• Approved Preliminary Budget Determination (unanimous)
• Approved Special Use Permit for Verizon Wireless cellular site (unanimous)
• Approved departmental fee changes for EMS, Community Development, Sheriff, Road & Bridge, Clerk (unanimous)
• Approved Monarch Tire & Lube Special Use Permit at County Road 44 (unanimous)

Middle Park Fair and Rodeo

The Grand County Fair Board will approve the September 9 meeting minutes and hear reports from the President, Treasurer, Fair Coordinator, CSU Extension Office, Fairgrounds Manager, Superintendents, Sale Committee, and royalty. New business includes a review of board rules and a review of the 2026 fair schedule. The next meeting is set for November 10 at 6:30 pm at the fairgrounds.

• Approve Sept 9 meeting minutes
• Board member term renewals (President report)
• Treasurer report: account update and invoices
• Rules review (new business)
• 2026 fair schedule review (new business)

The board unanimously approved the September 9, 2025 meeting minutes. It also unanimously approved invoices totaling $581.88 and a $222 payment for 2026 livestock auction photo frames. A $500 donation check from the Flying Heels Rodeo was received. The meeting was adjourned at 8:08 PM.

• Approved September 9, 2025 board meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved invoices totaling $581.88 (KW Cages $99, Royalty photos $450) (unanimous)
• Approved payment of $222 for 2026 Livestock Auction photo frames (unanimous)
• Received $500 donation check from Flying Heels Rodeo
• Motion to adjourn passed at 8:08 PM (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Grand County Commissioners will listen to the annual budget hearing and conduct budget deliberations throughout the day. No specific budget items or contracts are listed on the agenda. The meeting includes scheduled breaks and a lunch period.

County Commissioners

The Grand County Commissioners will meet on October 9, 2025 to discuss the county budget. The agenda consists of multiple budget deliberation sessions with scheduled breaks and lunch. No specific budget items, contracts, or ordinances are listed in the agenda.

Planning Commission

The Grand County Planning Commission will consider eight items including the approval of amended final plats for subdivisions such as Columbine Lake and Fairways at Pole Creek, a sketch plan for Reserve at Soda Creek, and an internal road vacation for Red Hawk Ranch. The meeting will also include a discussion on an amendment to subdivision regulations.

• Amended Final Plat of Lot 11A, Block 11 Columbine Lake
• Amended Final Plat of Parcel A & B, Hoornbeek Property Subdivision Exemption
• Amended Final Plat of Lots 4-28A Fairways at Pole Creek
• Red Hawk Ranch Filing 1 Internal Road Vacation
• Subdivision Regulations Amendment to the Amended Final Plat procedure

The commission approved the September 10, 2025 meeting minutes with all members in favor. A motion to recommend approval of the amended final plat combining Lots 11 and 12 into Lot 11A, Block 11, Columbine Lake was seconded and carried unanimously (Resolution No. 2025-10-1). No other substantive votes were recorded.

• Approved September 10, 2025 minutes (all commissioners in favor)
• Recommended approval of Amended Final Plat Lot 11A, Block 11, Columbine Lake (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Grand County Commissioners will hold a budget hearing and review presentations on sheriff services, tourism, block grants, personnel and capital changes. They will hear a five-year budget projection from the County Manager and Finance Director. The meeting concludes with budget deliberations and adjournment.

• Budget Hearing (listening to the county budget)
• Grand County Sheriff Office presentation by Sheriff Brett Schroetlin
• Grand County Colorado Tourism Board presentation
• Block Grants presentation by Grand Foundation Executive Director Megan Ledin
• Five-Year Budget Projection presented by County Manager Edward Moyer and Finance Director Alina Bell

County Commissioners

The Grand County Board of Commissioners will consider grant applications for the Community Priority Funds and hear a series of capital‑budget presentations from department heads. Topics include economic development, finance, emergency management, housing authority operations, and a multi‑county budget call. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of minutes, weekly payments, and public comments.

• Community Priority Funds Grant Applications
• Economic Development presentation by Director DiAnn Butler
• Capital budget updates from Treasurer Marcy Wheatley, CSU Extension, Emergency Management, and Human Resources
• Multi‑County Budget Call with Grand, Moffat, and Routt counties
• Housing Authority discussion with the Housing Authority Coordinator and board members

The board unanimously approved the September 24, 2025 meeting minutes. It also approved vouchers and wire payments for Grand County, the Department of Human Services, and the Grand County Housing Authority. Commissioners gave direction to proceed with the PayGround e‑Payment implementation and unanimously renewed the Bar Lazy J Guest Ranch liquor license. The 2025 Fall Community Priorities Fund Block Grant Requests, including $50,000 for future childcare plans, were approved unanimously.

• Approved September 24, 2025 board minutes (unanimous)
• Approved vouchers and wire payments for Grand County, Human Services, and Housing Authority (unanimous)
• Directed proceeding with PayGround e‑Payment Implementation
• Approved Bar Lazy J Guest Ranch liquor license renewal (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 Fall Community Priorities Fund Block Grant Requests, including $50,000 childcare fund (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is conducting budget hearings to review departmental funding and capital requests. Department heads will present budget overviews for services including human services, road and bridge, and emergency medical services.

• Community Development budget review including building inspection and planning
• Human Services review covering child welfare, food assistance, and energy assistance
• Road & Bridge review including Granby and Kremmling Airport operations
• Emergency Medical Services ambulance service budget review
• Information Technology and GIS budget review

County Commissioners

The Grand County Board of Commissioners will approve weekly payments and update the capital expenditure policy. They will discuss several departmental contracts, including a Mountain Parks electric right‑of‑way easement, a Town of Granby intergovernmental agreement, and an East Grand School District CORE contract. The agenda also includes a review of the Kremmling Airport Hangar 18 ground lease termination and new lease. Finally, the board will make a decision on 2026 insurance benefits.

• Approval of Weekly Payments (Finance)
• Capital Expenditure Policy Update
• Mountain Parks Electric Right‑of‑Way Easement and Agreement
• Kremmling Airport Hangar 18 Ground Lease Termination and New Ground Lease
• 2026 Insurance Benefits Decision

The board appointed Commissioner Ed Raegner as Acting Chair and unanimously approved the meeting minutes and finance vouchers. They also directed an increase of the capitalization threshold to $10,000 and approved several agreements, including a right‑of‑way easement and an intergovernmental agreement for Granby. The lease for Hangar 18 with Tim Crane was terminated and a new lease with Grand Aviation was approved, both unanimously.

• Appointed Ed Raegner as Acting Chair (2/2)
• Approved September 16 minutes (2/2)
• Approved finance vouchers for county and agencies (2/2)
• Directed increase of capitalization threshold to $10,000 (direction given)
• Approved Mountain Parks Electric Right‑of‑Way easement for EMS Station One (2/2)
• Approved Town of Granby Intergovernmental Agreement (2/2)
• Terminated Hangar 18 lease with Tim Crane (2/2)
• Approved new Hangar 18 lease with Grand Aviation through 1/1/2050 (2/2)

County Commissioners

The Grand County Board of Commissioners will consider several land development actions, including amended final plats for Lots 22A and 23A in Block 3 of Alpine Park and Lot 13A at Columbine Lake, as well as an outright exemption for Granby Ranch Meadows. An executive session is scheduled to discuss a possible transaction involving Windy Gap Ranch. The agenda also includes a presentation on 2026 insurance and benefits and a workshop on county policies and procedures.

• Amended Final Plat of Lots 22A and 23A, Block 3, Alpine Park
• Granby Ranch Meadows Outright Exemption
• Amended Final Plat of Lot 13A, Columbine Lake
• 2026 Insurance / Benefits Presentation
• Executive Session to discuss purchase, lease, or sale of Windy Gap Ranch (if necessary)

The commissioners unanimously approved a resolution ending Stage 1 fire restrictions on September 19. They also approved routine financial items, several lease and grant agreements, and multiple land‑plat amendments. All actions were adopted without opposition.

• Approved Board Minutes dated Sep 9 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved vouchers and wire payments for Grand County, Human Services and Housing Authority (unanimous)
• Approved ElektraFI NW Co LLC Tower Lease for $768 per year (unanimous)
• Approved Colorado Dept. of Public Health & Environment Emergency Grant (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-09-15 rescinding Stage 1 fire restrictions, effective Sep 19 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved lease of 58.5 shares to Grand County Mutual Ditch and Reservoir Company (unanimous)
• Approved Amended Final Plat of Lots 22A & 23A, Block 3, Alpine Park (unanimous)
• Approved Granby Ranch Meadows Outright Exemption for 15.38‑acre plot (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Grand County Planning Commission will review several amended final plats for lots in the Bussey Hills, Alpine Park, and Columbine Lake subdivisions. It will also consider an outright exemption for the Granby Ranch Meadow area. Additional items include special use permits for 609 Ranch, Lettuce Patch Heavy Equipment Storage, and Monarch Tire and Auto.

• Amended Final Plat of Lot 1A, Block 9, Bussey Hills Subdivision (Parcel IDs 132914204086, 132914204087 & 132914204106) – 144 County Rd 6324
• Amended Final Plat of Lot 22A & 23A, Block 3, Alpine Park Subdivision (Parcel ID 145133302109) – 258 County Rd 873 (aka 258 Pineview Drive)
• Granby Ranch Meadow – Outright Exemption (Southeast ¼ of the Southeast ¼ of Section 7, Northwest ¼ of the Northwest ¼ of Section 17, Northeast ¼ of the Northeast ¼ of Section 18, Township 1 North, range 76 West)
• 609 Ranch – Special Use Permit (Parcel ID 132933200037) – 381 County Rd 609
• Monarch Tire and Auto – Special Use Permit (Parcel ID 119123400105) – 44 County Rd 44

The commission approved the August 13, 2025 minutes. It then voted to recommend approval of the Amended Final Plat for Lot 1A, Block 9, Bussey Hills, combining three lots into one, subject to eight conditions. The motion carried with all commissioners in favor. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Recommend approval of Amended Final Plat Lot 1A, Block 9, Bussey Hills with eight conditions (unanimous)

Middle Park Fair and Rodeo

The Grand County Fair Board will approve the minutes from the July 14 meeting and hear public comments. They will review the fair operations with the coordinator, extension office, and managers. New business includes setting the buyer’s purchase pick‑up date, approving the 2026 budget, and electing fair board members. The next meeting is scheduled for October 13 at the fairgrounds.

• Approve July 14 meeting minutes
• Set buyer’s purchase pick‑up date
• Approve 2026 budget
• Fair board member elections
• Schedule next meeting for October 13

The board unanimously approved the minutes from the July 14, 2025 meeting. It also unanimously authorized two payments: $55,503 from the Livestock Account for various vendors and $8,172.18 from the Operating Account for additional fair expenses. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved July 14, 2025 board minutes (unanimous)
• Approved $55,503 livestock expense payments (unanimous)
• Approved $8,172.18 operating expense payments (unanimous)
• Motion to adjourn the meeting passed (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Grand County Board of Commissioners will review several administrative and financial items. Topics include a down‑payment assistance loan approval for the Grand County Housing Authority, an intergovernmental agreement to share a WIC director with Summit County Public Health, and an opt‑in to the opioid settlement for secondary manufacturers. The board will also consider amendments to the Economic Development Advisory Board bylaws and a request to dissolve that board. Additional items cover contracts with the U.S. Forest Service, the Granby landfill projects, and law‑enforcement service agreements.

• Down Payment Assistance Loan Approval – Grand County Housing Authority Board
• Opioid Settlement Opt‑In for Secondary Manufacturer Settlement (DocuSign)
• WIC Intergovernmental Agreement to share WIC Director with Summit County Public Health
• Amendment to Crown Correction Telephone Contract (Amendment 1)
• Request to Dissolve Grand County Economic Advisory Board

The Grand County Board of Commissioners approved a series of actions unanimously, including reinstating Stage 1 fire restrictions, moving forward with the Granby Landfill Project, and dissolving the Economic Development Advisory Board. Additional unanimous approvals covered a $10,000 down‑payment assistance loan, a WIC intergovernmental agreement, purchase of three vehicles, and a treasury disbursement for a land payment. All motions were adopted without opposition.

• Approved Board Minutes dated September 2, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved $10,000 down‑payment assistance loan for 90 Hideaway Drive #4, Winter Park (unanimous)
• Approved WIC Intergovernmental Agreement with Summit County (Sept 1 2025‑Aug 31 2026) (unanimous)
• Approved dissolution of the Grand County Economic Development Advisory Board (unanimous)
• Approved direction to proceed on the Granby Landfill Project (unanimous)
• Approved reinstating Stage 1 fire restrictions beginning September 11, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of three vehicles budgeted for 2026 and authorized the County Manager to sign paperwork (unanimous)
• Approved Treasury disbursement for “Payment in Lieu of West Grand School Land” (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will conduct a public hearing regarding the dissolution of the Pole Creek Meadows Public Improvement District. The board will also review various departmental contracts, fee change requests, and the Ammerman Subdivision Exemption Final Plat.

• Public Hearing: Dissolution of the Pole Creek Meadows Public Improvement District
• Ammerman Subdivision Exemption Final Plat
• Proposed 2026 Grand County Sheriff Office fee change
• Natural Resources burn permit fee change request
• Executive Session regarding Windy Gap Ranch property interest

The board approved the minutes from August 26, 2025 and authorized several financial transactions. Commissioners directed the County Manager to continue work on purchasing the Windy Gap Ranch after an executive session. They also approved a $55,000 grant to the Grand Foundation and a budget supplement of $18,006.91 for High West Heating and Cooling. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved August 26, 2025 board minutes (unanimous)
• Approved vouchers, wire payments and interfund transfers for Sep 2‑3 (unanimous)
• Directed County Manager to continue work on purchasing Windy Gap Ranch (unanimous)
• Approved Grand Foundation Grant Fund Memorandum of Understanding for $55,000 (unanimous)
• Approved budget supplement of $18,006.91 for High West Heating and Cooling agreement (unanimous)
• Approved liquor licenses for Roadhouse Bar & Grill and Indian Peaks Marina Restaurant (unanimous)
• Approved building fee waivers for three projects (Residences #GL-B-2025-0071, Makerspace #GL-2025-0072, Trash Enclosure #GL-B-2025-0073) (unanimous)
• Amended Open Records Policy as proposed by County Attorney (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to discuss administrative contracts and personnel manual amendments. The board will also sit as the Board of Equalization to hear senior and veteran exemption appeals and review the Mulligan Estates Minor Subdivision.

• Mulligan Estates Minor Subdivision
• Proposed amendments to the Grand County Personnel Manual
• Senior and Veteran Exemption Appeals via the Board of Equalization
• Dr. Eliza Buyers Consultant Contract for Public Health
• Kremmling Airport Hangar D Ground Lease Termination and New Owner Ground Lease

The commissioners approved the meeting minutes from August 19, 2025 and authorized several financial payments and contracts, all by unanimous vote. They denied the Assessor’s decision and accepted a senior tax exemption appeal for Kent Roorda, and also approved a senior tax exemption appeal for Anita Palmerino. Additional approvals included airport ground leases, a community‑fund MOU, and the subdivision of a duplex with specific conditions.

• Approved August 19, 2025 board minutes (unanimous)
• Approved vouchers, wire payments and interfund transfers for county and agencies (unanimous)
• Approved Dr. Eliza Buyers consultant contract and $1 million insurance waiver (unanimous)
• Approved Kremmling Airport Hangar 20 V/D ground lease termination (unanimous)
• Approved new owner ground lease at Kremmling Airport (unanimous)
• Approved Grand Foundation Field of Interest Fund MOU with changes (unanimous)
• Denied Assessor’s decision and accepted Kent Roorda’s senior tax exemption appeal (unanimous)
• Approved division of duplex in Mulligan Estates Minor Subdivision with conditions (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Grand County Board of County Commissioners will meet to approve weekly payments, discuss departmental contracts including housing and EMS, review budgeted revenues, and workshop proposed fee changes. Public comment is allowed with time limits.

• Grand County Housing Authority Board Coyote Creek Application for Transfer Fee Exemption
• Zoll Billing Software Contract
• Patrol Vehicle Purchases for Grand County Sheriff Office
• U.S. Forest Service Road Maintenance Contract
• Proposed fee changes for Emergency Medical Services, Community Development, and ArcaSearch eCommerce Site

The Grand County Board of Commissioners approved a series of contracts, grants, and resolutions, all passing unanimously. Notable actions include the five‑year U.S. Forest Service Road Maintenance Contract, a fire‑restriction resolution (Resolution 25‑08‑131), and the denial of a transfer‑fee exemption for Coyote Creek Lot 24, Unit 33. Additional approvals covered emergency services software, airport apron rehabilitation grants, and various health and housing authority items.

• Approved U.S. Forest Service Road Maintenance Contract (5‑year Masterplan) – unanimous
• Approved Resolution 25-08-131 Fire Restriction of Stage 2 – unanimous
• Denied Coyote Creek Application for Transfer Fee Exemption for Lot 24, Unit 33 – unanimous
• Approved Zoll Billing Software 5‑year contract – unanimous
• Approved Idemia Livescan Fingerprint Machine Purchase Agreement – unanimous
• Approved Infrastructure Program Grant for Kremmling Airport Apron Rehabilitation – unanimous
• Approved Federal Aviation Administration Blast Fence Upgrade Categorical Exclusion – unanimous
• Approved Fitch Ranch Meats and Market Liquor License Renewal – unanimous

Middle Park Fair and Rodeo

The body is meeting to discuss the 2026 budget. The session will also cover fair coordination.

• 2026 budget discussion
• Fair coordination

Board of Adjustment

The Grand County Board of Adjustment will meet on August 13, 2025, to review a variance request for a front yard setback at 248 County Road 897 (Deer Trail Drive). The board will also conduct routine procedural items such as roll call and approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Front yard setback variance request at 248 County Rd 897 (Deer Trail Dr), Parcel ID 145117211095

The Board approved the minutes from the February 12, 2025 meeting unanimously. It then approved a variance allowing a zero‑foot front‑yard setback for 248 Deer Trail Drive, subject to six conditions, with a 3‑0 vote. The meeting was adjourned at 5:07 p.m.

• Approved February 12, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved front‑yard setback variance (zero‑foot) for 248 Deer Trail Drive with six conditions (3‑0)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:07 p.m. (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Grand County Planning Commission will meet on August 13, 2025, to review five land-use items: two amended final plats in Lake Forest and Innsbruck-Val Moritz subdivisions, a minor subdivision at Mulligan Estates, a sketch plan for Byers Peak Ranch Filing 3, and a special use permit for a Verizon wireless site near County Road 1.

• Amended Final Plat of Lot 18A, Block 2, Lake Forest Subdivision (235 & 263 County Rd 6451)
• Amended Final Plat of Lot 2A, Block 18, Innsbruck-Val Moritz Subdivision (55 & 75 County Rd 8960)
• CO Blue River Verizon Wireless Cellular Communications Site – SUP (TBD County Rd 1)
• Mulligan Estates Minor Subdivision – Preliminary Final Plat (997 County Rd 830)
• Byers Peak Ranch Filing 3 – Sketch Plan (23.5 acres, Section 19)

The commission unanimously approved the July 9, 2025 meeting minutes. It then approved the amended final plat for Lot 18A, Block 2 Lake Forest Subdivision, adopting ten staff‑recommended conditions. Finally, it approved the amended final plat for Lot 2A, Block 18 Innsbruck‑Val Moritz, also with staff‑recommended conditions.

• Approved July 9, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Amended Final Plat Lot 18A, Block 2 Lake Forest Subdivision with ten conditions (motion passed)
• Approved Amended Final Plat Lot 2A, Block 18 Innsbruck‑Val Moritz with staff‑recommended conditions (motion passed)

County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will conduct budget overviews for the 14th Judicial District Attorney, Assessor, Human Services, Information Systems, and EMS. The board will also consider the Ridgeview Townhomes Final Plat and various departmental contracts.

• Ridgeview Townhomes Final Plat
• Southern Health Partners Contract Amendment
• Grand Foundation Grant Memorandum of Understanding
• Liquor License Renewals for Fraser Valley Metro. Recreation District and Grand Manor, LLC
• Budget overviews for 14th Judicial District Attorney, Assessor, Human Services, Information Systems, and EMS

The Grand County Board of Commissioners approved a series of items, including voucher payments, a housing authority grant memorandum, liquor license renewals, and a resolution to disperse funds to East Grand School. They also authorized a grant for a refurbished defibrillator and cardiac monitor and approved the final plat for Ridgeview Townhomes with conditions. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved August 5 Board Minutes (unanimously)
• Approved vouchers and wire payments for county, Human Services, and Housing Authority (unanimously)
• Approved Grand Foundation Grant Memorandum of Understanding (unanimously)
• Approved Southern Health Partners Contract Amendment (unanimously)
• Approved Fraser Valley Metro Recreation District liquor license renewal (unanimously)
• Authorized grant for refurbished defibrillator and cardiac monitor (unanimously)
• Approved Resolution 2025-8-126 to disperse funds to East Grand School (unanimously)
• Approved Ridgeview Townhomes Final Plat with eleven conditions (unanimously)

County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is holding an emergency virtual meeting. The sole purpose of the meeting is to enact an emergency declaration.

• Emergency Declaration

The Grand County Board of Commissioners held an emergency meeting on August 7, 2025. Commissioner Raegner moved to adopt Resolution 2025-8-127 declaring a local disaster emergency because of the Windy Gap Fire; the motion passed unanimously. No further business was taken and the meeting adjourned at 12:34 p.m.

• Adopted Resolution 2025-8-127 declaring a local disaster emergency (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will conduct budget overviews for multiple county departments. The meeting includes a continued public hearing regarding a liquor license for Colorado Adventure Park LLC and reviews of abatement and appeal recommendations by the Board of Equalization.

• Public hearing for Colorado Adventure Park LLC Entertainment Liquor License
• Bantum Hangar No. 27 Granby Airport Ground Lease Agreement
• Motorola Flex CAD Server Agreement for the Sheriff Office
• CDPHE Emergency Preparedness FY26 Contract for Public Health
• Budget overviews for Economic Development, Clerk & Recorder, Public Health, Housing Authority, Community Development, Coroner, Attorney Office, Water Protection, and Sheriff Office

The Grand County Board of Commissioners approved a series of contracts, leases, and financial actions, all by unanimous vote. Highlights include a $1.135 million wire transfer to Land Title for the Windy Gap Ranch purchase and the purchase of land at County Roads 5, 50, and 522. The board also accepted three tax referee recommendations totaling $1.224 million. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved Board minutes dated July 22 2025 with correction (unanimous)
• Approved finance vouchers and wire payments for Grand County and Human Services (unanimous)
• Approved $1.135 M wire transfer to Land Title for Windy Gap Ranch purchase (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of land at the intersection of County Roads 5, 50, 522 (unanimous)
• Approved ground lease agreement for Hangar No. 27 at Granby Airport (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Peak Performance Copier and Supply (unanimous)
• Approved Colorado Dept. of Public Health Emergency Preparedness FY26 contract (unanimous)
• Accepted tax referee recommendations: AB25-03 ($655,000), AB2506 ($312,000), AB25-08 ($257,180) (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review several department budget overviews and juvenile services contracts. The meeting includes a public hearing for a special events liquor license and a plat amendment for the Playing Elk Subdivision.

• Public Hearing: Flying Heels Special Events Permit - Liquor License
• Amended Final Plat: Building Envelope of Tract 2A, Playing Elk Subdivision Exemption
• Juvenile Services Contracts: Colorado Youth Detention Subcontractors, Jail MAT Services, and Jefferson County Juvenile Assessment
• Budget Overviews: Veteran Services, Road and Bridge, Office of Emergency Management, Human Resources, and Treasurer
• Open Lands, Rivers and Trails Headwaters Trails Alliance Fall Grant Memorandums of Understanding

The board approved several items unanimously, including vendor payments for the Housing Authority and Human Services, and multiple contracts for the Sheriff’s Office juvenile services. They also approved a special events liquor permit for the Flying Heels event on three August dates, and authorized the deputy clerk to sign documents in the clerk’s absence. Additional approvals covered a recreation district manager change, trail grant MOUs, and the Northwest Colorado Enterprise Zone administrator.

• Approved minutes of the July 15, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved vendor payments for Grand County Housing Authority, Department of Human Services, and Grand County (unanimous)
• Approved Grand County Sheriff Office juvenile services contracts (Colorado Youth Detention subcontractors; Jail MAT services with Moffat County; Jefferson County juvenile assessment) (unanimous)
• Approved Flying Heels special events liquor permit for Aug 1, 30, 31, 2025, 5‑10 p.m. (unanimous)
• Approved Grand Lake Metropolitan Recreation District liquor license manager change (unanimous)
• Authorized Amy Major to sign documents attesting to the chair’s signature (unanimous)
• Approved amended OLRT MOU for Headwaters Trails Alliance fall grants (unanimous)
• Approved AGNC as Administrator of the Northwest Colorado Enterprise Zone (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will receive a financial audit presentation from Hinkle and Company, PC and review annual valuation reports from the Assessor. The board is also considering various departmental contracts and license amendments.

• Sparks Coyote Creek Transfer Fee Exemption Application
• Motorola Solutions Agreement for the Sheriff Office
• Geotechnical Testing services contract for Kremmling Road and Bridge Shop
• Granby Rotary Flying Heels Liquor License two-day extension
• Trapper Valley Ranch Conservation Easement Concurrence

The board approved a conservation easement for the Trapper Valley Ranch, with two commissioners voting aye and one abstaining. It also adopted several unanimous measures, including Stage 1 fire restrictions starting July 17, a $375,000 road‑paving contract for County Road 60, a fee‑exemption for a Coyote Creek lot, and agreements with Motorola Solutions and Baby and Me Tobacco Free. Additional approvals covered a two‑day liquor‑license extension for Grandby Rotary Flying Heels, a $5,000 services contract with Baker Neuropsychology, and the final annual financial audit. All other motions passed unanimously.

• Approved Colorado Parks and Wildlife Trapper Valley Ranch Conservation Easement Concurrence (2-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved Resolution 2025-7-6 entering Stage 1 Fire Restrictions effective July 17, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved United Companies contract amendment to pave County Road 60 to Gravel Pit entrance for $375,000 (unanimous)
• Approved Coyote Creek Transfer Fee Exemption for Daniel D. and Lynelle L. Sparks, Lot 23 Unit 12 (unanimous)
• Approved Motorola Solutions agreement for Grand County Sheriff Office (unanimous)
• Approved Practice Participation Agreement with Baby and Me Tobacco Free (2025‑2026) (unanimous)
• Approved Grandby Rotary Flying Heels two‑day liquor‑license extension (unanimous)
• Approved Curtis Lange’s final Annual Comprehensive Financial Audit (unanimous)

Middle Park Fair and Rodeo

The board is meeting to review officer and committee reports and coordinate logistics for fair week. Discussions include updates on account invoices and potential changes to the kid events contract for bouncy structures.

• Fair Board member assignments for fair week
• Potential change to kid events contract for bouncy structures
• Credit card processing for buyers at sale
• Account update and invoices
• 4H bios

The Fair Board voted to remove Curtis Lane from all Middle Park Fair and Rodeo bank accounts and to name Alina Bell as the new authorized signatory. Several expense items were approved, including payments for banners, insurance, judges' fees, and hotel rooms. The board also decided that 100% of horse‑show profits will be returned to contestants. A $500 donation for a bounce house was approved for the local church.

• Removed Curtis Lane from all Middle Park Fair and Rodeo bank accounts (motion passed)
• Appointed Alina Bell as signature for all Middle Park Fair and Rodeo bank accounts (motion passed)
• Approved $460 from livestock account for large photo banners (motion passed)
• Approved $1,067 from livestock account for insurance for 307 meats transport (motion passed)
• Approved $7,500 for judges' fees for fair week (motion passed)
• Approved $3,960 from operating account for hotel rooms for guests (motion passed)
• Decided 100% of horse‑show profits will be paid back to contestants (motion passed)
• Approved $500 donation for bounce house and carnival items to the church (motion passed)

Planning Commission

The Grand County Planning Commission is meeting to conduct regular business. The primary item for consideration is the final plat for the Ridgeview Townhomes project.

• Final Plat for Ridgeview Townhomes at 396 County Rd 834 (Cranmer Ave)

The commission approved the June 11, 2025 meeting minutes after a motion and second. It then approved the Ridgeview Townhomes Final Plat, accepting staff‑recommended conditions before recording. All commissioners present voted in favor of both actions.

• Approved June 11, 2025 minutes (all commissioners in favor)
• Approved Ridgeview Townhomes Final Plat (all commissioners in favor)

County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review several departmental contracts and administrative requests. The meeting includes discussions on raft access at Blue Valley Ranch and updates to the fire restriction process.

• Grand County Sheriff Office / Jail Facility Audit Services Contract
• Town of Kremmling Fee Waiver Request for Water Tower Height Variance Application
• Open Lands, Rivers and Trails Grand Fire Memorandum of Understanding
• Grand County Tourism Board, Key Data Software Agreement
• Shred-It / Stericycle Contract Amendment Request

The Grand County Board of Commissioners approved the July 1 minutes and a series of payments, travel, and contract items. All motions were adopted unanimously. No dissenting votes were recorded.

• Approved Board minutes dated July 1, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved voucher and wire payments for Grand County and Department of Human Services (unanimous)
• Approved Out-of-State Travel Request for two employees to Tooele, Utah (unanimous)
• Approved Jail Facility Audit Services Contract (unanimous)
• Approved Colorado Jumps Insurance Waiver Request to delete $200,000 above $1,000,000 (unanimous)
• Approved Health Care Policy and Financing Incentives Contract via DocuSign (unanimous)
• Approved Shred-It / Stericycle Contract Amendment Number 1 (unanimous)
• Approved Memorandum of Understanding with Grand Fire Protection District No. 1 for fuel reduction in Fraser Canyon (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Grand County Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding a first violation appeal for a short-term rental at 60 Hughes. The board will also review departmental contracts and the dissolution of the Economic Development Advisory Committee.

• Public hearing for 60 Hughes Short-Term Rental First Violation Appeal
• Grand County Housing Authority Board Vyanet Services Contract
• Caring for Colorado Reproductive Health Program Development Grant
• Dissolution steps for the Grand County Economic Development Advisory Committee
• First Amendments to Headwaters Trails Alliance Memorandums of Understanding

The provided minutes consist of unintelligible text and do not contain any identifiable actions, votes, or resolutions. Consequently, no substantive decisions, approvals, or denials can be confirmed from this record.

County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings regarding a commercial energy moratorium and liquor licenses. The board is also reviewing several subdivision sketch plans and final plats.

• Public Hearing: Commercial Solar / Wind Farm / Facility / Battery Storage Moratorium
• Public Hearing: Colorado Adventure Park New Liquor License and Entertainment Liquor License
• Public Hearing: Old Castle SW Group dba United Companies Special Project Request
• Sketch plans for Northern Slope Subdivision and Cross Creek
• Amended Final Plats for Alpine Park (Lot 41A, Block 3) and Rabbit Ears Village Subdivision (Lot 68A)

The minutes for the Grand County Commissioners meeting on June 24, 2025 contain only unintelligible text and do not record any clear decisions, approvals, or votes. No actionable items were identified.

Middle Park Fair and Rodeo

The board will meet to review potential invoice payments and conduct a superintendent barn walk through. The agenda also includes discussions regarding the pig, sheep, and goat show arena.

• Potential invoice payments
• Superintendent barn walk through
• Pig/Sheep/Goat show arena discussion

The board unanimously approved the minutes from the June 9 meeting. It also approved a $7,500 expense to pay MPFR judges, a $75 late‑fee reimbursement to the Secretary of State, a $7,578 invoice to Sheridan Buckles, a $644.43 reimbursement to David Buckley for gift‑bag items, and an additional $75 cost for processing‑fee extras. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved June 9, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved $7,500 MPFR judges expense (unanimous)
• Approved reimbursement of $75 late fee to Secretary of State (unanimous)
• Approved payment of $7,578 Sheridan Buckles invoice (unanimous)
• Approved reimbursement of $644.43 to David Buckley for gift‑bag items (unanimous)
• Approved addition of $75 extra cost for processing fees (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review subdivision plats and hold public hearings for a liquor license and a special events permit. The meeting includes a workshop regarding the direction of the Grand County Tourism Board.

• Public Hearing: Grand County Hospitality dba Lost and Found Liquor License
• Public Hearing: Shining Stars Foundation Special Events Permit
• Spurlin Minor Subdivision Preliminary / Final Plat
• Jimenez Subdivision Exemption Final Plat
• Colorado Department of Human Services TALX Corp. Income Verification Service Contract

The provided minutes contain no clear decisions, approvals, denials, or vote tallies. The text appears garbled and does not specify any actionable outcomes.

Board of Adjustment

The Grand County Board of Adjustment will meet to review a variance request for a property located at 427 County Rd 804. The board will also approve minutes from the February 12, 2025 meeting.

• Variance request for front yard at 427 County Rd 804 (Parcel ID: 158720301008)

The Board unanimously approved the minutes from the February 12, 2025 meeting. It also approved a variance allowing a 10‑foot front yard setback for Lot 1, Block 1, Winter Park Ranch, adding conditions on driveway plans, erosion control, a construction fence, a 27‑foot height limit, and a prohibition on fill. The variance expires on June 11, 2026.

• Approved February 12, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 10‑foot front yard setback variance for Lot 1, Block 1, Winter Park Ranch (unanimous) with conditions: engineered driveway plan, erosion & sediment control plan, construction fence, max height 27 ft, no fill, expires 6/11/2026

Planning Commission

The Grand County Planning Commission will consider an amended final plat and a sketch plan for two separate land developments. The commission is reviewing specific parcel modifications and proposed subdivision layouts.

• Amended Final Plat of Tract 2 Playing Elk Subdivision Exemption at 505 County Rd 52
• Northern Slope Subdivision Sketch Plan for Parcel ID 119122300090

The commission unanimously approved the May 14, 2025 meeting minutes. It then unanimously recommended approval of the Amended Final Plat for Tract 2 of the Playing Elk Subdivision Exemption, subject to nine staff‑identified conditions. No vote or formal decision was recorded on the Northern Slope Subdivision sketch plan.

• Approved May 14, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Amended Final Plat Tract 2 Playing Elk Subdivision Exemption with 9 conditions (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review a merger proposal for the Grand County Water Information Network and East Grand Water Quality Board. The meeting includes discussions on a social media policy and a water plan grant memorandum of understanding. An executive session is scheduled to receive legal advice on a proposed collective bargaining agreement.

• Colorado Doorways, Inc. security camera install contract
• Callworks Motorola support contract
• Middle Park Water Conservancy District Colorado Water Conservation Board Water Plan Grant MOU
• Grand County Water Information Network / East Grand Water Quality Board merger proposal
• Social Media Policy

The minutes contain no clear decisions, approvals, denials, or vote tallies.

Middle Park Fair and Rodeo

The board will review reports from the Fair Coordinator and CSU Extension Agent. Members are scheduled to vote on entertainment, expenses, and a contract for kid events.

• Vote on band and entertainment approval
• Vote on approving expenses for judges
• Discussion and approval of kid events contract for bouncy structures
• Approval of sale product return trip costs
• Discussion of credit card processing for sale buyers

The Fair Board approved several financial items, most notably a $14,775 contract with Colorado Events Productions for bounce‑house entertainment. Additional unanimous approvals included a $1,500 debit‑card limit for the Fair Coordinator, insurance payment for hauled animals, a $800 band cost split with the Chamber, banner repair invoices, and a $1,200 meat‑transport cost. All motions passed with unanimous votes.

• Approved May 12, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved $1,500 debit‑card limit for Fair Coordinator (unanimous)
• Approved $1,078 insurance payment for hauled animals (unanimous)
• Approved $14,775 Colorado Events Productions bounce‑house package (unanimous)
• Approved $800 band cost split with Chamber for Kick‑off party (unanimous)
• Approved $150 Mountain Mamas banner repair invoice (unanimous)
• Approved $1,299.48 invoice for Grand and Reserve banners (unanimous)
• Approved $1,200 transport cost for meat (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Grand County Board of County Commissioners will meet to handle administrative business and weekly payments. The board will discuss down payment assistance loans for the Grand County Housing Authority and a travel request for the County Coroner.

• Grand County Housing Authority Board down payment assistance loans
• Grand County Coroner out of state travel request
• Approval of weekly finance payments

The minutes consist of unintelligible text and do not contain any clear actions, approvals, denials, or vote tallies. No specific decisions or resolutions can be identified from the provided record. The meeting appears to have no documented substantive outcomes.

County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider the Final Plat for The Breeze Place Subdivision Exemption No. 1. The meeting includes reviews of departmental contracts and a public health update regarding measles and funding.

• The Breeze Place Subdivision Exemption No. 1 Final Plat
• Jail-Based Behavioral Health Administration Contract Amendment #4
• H.W. Lochner, Inc. Services Contract
• Peak Performance Imaging Solutions Services Contract
• Rural Health Network Granby Office Space Proposal

The Grand County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a series of contracts, renewals, and applications, including the jail-based behavioral health contract amendment, liquor license renewals, and a federal assistance application. All motions passed without dissent, covering areas such as human services, information systems, airport services, and public health facility updates. The meeting adjourned at 10:58 a.m. after completing the agenda.

• Approved Contract Amendment #4 for Jail-Based Behavioral Health Administration (unanimous)
• Approved Retail Liquor Store Renewal for Discount Liquor (unanimous)
• Approved Liquor License renewal for Grand Lake Metropolitan Recreation District (unanimous)
• Approved Secure Transportation Vehicle Permit with Sheep Dog LLC (unanimous)
• Approved Application for Federal Assistance and authorized chair’s signature (unanimous)
• Approved Services Contract with H.W. Lochner, Inc. for airports (unanimous)
• Approved Core Service Program Contract with Family Center, capped at $8,000 (unanimous)
• Approved Pet Pals Lease for ten years at 505 Park Lane, Granby, Colorado ($38,400 first year) (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review several departmental contracts and a resolution to authorize the purchase of land. The board is also considering amended final plats for properties in Hot Sulphur Springs and Grand Country Estates.

• Resolution authorizing the purchase of land
• Amended Final Plat of 11A, Block 13, Long View Addition to the Town of Hot Sulphur Springs
• Amended Final Plat of Lot 8A Grand Country Estates
• United Companies Paving Contract for Road and Bridge
• EMS Station 1 Final Development Plan and Improvements Agreement

The Grand County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a series of contracts and agreements. Highlights include a $2,503,403 paving contract with United Companies, a $1,135,000 purchase of Windy Gap Ranch, and multiple service contracts and grant allocations. All motions passed with unanimous support.

• Approved United Companies paving contract not to exceed $2,503,403 (unanimous)
• Approved CommonLook Suite Agreement for $2,814 per year (unanimous)
• Approved TC Property Services LLC greenhouse build service agreement for $4,876.33 (unanimous)
• Approved Open Lands Off‑Cycle Grant of $1,135,000 to purchase Windy Gap Ranch and water rights (unanimous)
• Approved Open Lands and Trails Memorandum of Understanding funding (e.g., $84,000 grant to Wildfire Council, $37,434.18 to Headwaters Trails Alliance) (unanimous)
• Approved EMS Station 1 Improvements Agreement and authorized signing of final development plan (unanimous)
• Approved Amendment 5 of the Colorado Youth Detention Continuum for FY 2025‑26 (unanimous)
• Approved Board minutes for May 6 and May 13, 2025 (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Grand County Planning Commission will review several plat amendments and a sketch plan. The commission is also scheduled to discuss a moratorium on commercial solar panel farms in unincorporated Grand County.

• Amended Final Plat Lot 68A, Rabbit Ears Village Subdivision (365 and 313 County Rd 281)
• Amended Final Plat Lot 41A, Block 3 Alpine Park (203 County Rd 871)
• Cross Creek Sketch Plan for a 34.978-acre tract south of US Hwy 40
• Commercial Solar Panel Farms Moratorium for unincorporated Grand County

The commission approved the minutes from the April 9, 2025 meeting. It then voted to recommend approval of the Amended Final Plat for Lot 68A in the Rabbit Ears Village Subdivision, attaching eight specific conditions. The motion passed unanimously.

• Recommended approval of Amended Final Plat Lot 68A, Rabbit Ears Village Subdivision with 8 conditions (8‑0)

County Commissioners

The Grand County Commissioners will hold a public hearing on proposed amendments to subdivision, subdivision exemption, and rural land use regulations. They will also consider a preliminary plat for Ridgeview Townhomes, a liquor license special events permit for Winter Park Horseman Association, and a sketch plan for The Breeze Place Subdivision Exemption. Additionally, the board will decide whether to hire referees for abatement hearings and handle routine administrative business including contracts and proclamations.

• Public hearing on amendments to Subdivision, Subdivision Exemption, and Rural Land Use Regulations
• Ridgeview Townhomes Preliminary Plat consideration
• Winter Park Horseman Association Liquor License Special Events Permit public hearing
• The Breeze Place Subdivision Exemption No. 1 Sketch Plan
• Decision whether to hire referees to hear abatement hearings

The Board unanimously approved a series of items, including the 2025 Asphalt Project Bid, a Child Fatality Prevention Statement of Work, and several land‑use and licensing requests. All finance, emergency medical services, public health, and land‑use motions were adopted without dissent. The meeting concluded with no further business.

• Approved Pending Threatening Disclosure Letter (unanimous)
• Approved vouchers and wire payments for Grand County, Human Services, and Housing Authority (unanimous)
• Approved Proclamation for EMS Week May 18‑24, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 Asphalt Project Bid (unanimous)
• Approved Child Fatality Prevention Statement of Work (unanimous)
• Approved amendments to Subdivision, Subdivision Exemption and Rural Land Use Regulations (unanimous)
• Approved Ridgeview Townhomes Preliminary Plat (unanimous)
• Approved Winter Park Horseman Association Liquor License Special Events Permit (unanimous)

Middle Park Fair and Rodeo

The Middle Park Fair and Rodeo board will approve prior minutes and hear officer, coordinator, and committee reports. Key discussion items include Kentucky Derby fundraising projections, fairbook updates, children's activities, judges, and fair week entertainment. The meeting covers routine planning for the upcoming fair and rodeo season.

• Kentucky Derby projected funds raised
• Fairbook update and kid items for fair
• Carcass update and May 9-10 tag-in numbers
• Fairgrounds manager update on facilities
• Fair week entertainment, music/dance activities

The board unanimously approved several expenditures, including a $250 refundable deposit for the ice rink, $6,518 to pay Sheridan Buckles for trophy buckles, $100 per hour for entertainer Luke Hickam, and $200 to fund a Junior Royalty clinic. The minutes from the April 14 meeting were also approved unanimously. No motions were denied or tabled.

• Approved April 14, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved $250 ice rink deposit check (unanimous)
• Approved $6,518 payment to Sheridan Buckles for trophy buckles (unanimous)
• Approved hiring Luke Hickam at $100/hour for pre‑sale entertainment (unanimous)
• Approved $200 funding for Junior Royalty clinic (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Grand County Commissioners will consider a variety of contracts, agreements, and licenses. A public hearing is scheduled for a special events liquor license for the Fraser Valley Elementary Parent Advisory Committee. The board will also receive an overview of the Regional Transportation Authority and hold an executive session regarding the animal shelter property.

• Public hearing for Fraser Valley Elementary Parent Advisory Committee special events liquor license
• Regional Transportation Authority overview by Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck
• Executive session on animal shelter property acquisition or lease
• Sheriff's Office Northern Colorado Water Conservancy District contract extension
• Water rights purchase Memorandum of Understanding for Open Lands, Rivers, and Trails

The Grand County Board of Commissioners approved a series of contracts, memoranda, permits, and a resolution, all by unanimous vote. Items included emergency services equipment, software agreements, airport purchases, liquor licenses, and a request to invite the U.S. Secretary of the Interior to a summit. An executive session was also held to discuss animal shelter property matters.

• Approved EMS Station 4 HVAC contract and installation (unanimous)
• Approved Sheriff to sign the COTAK Software Use r Agreement (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of Granby Airport gate from Ideal Manufacturing (unanimous)
• Approved Liquor License Renewal for Drowsy Water Ranch Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved Memorandum of Understanding for the Colorado Works Program (unanimous)
• Approved resolution to invite Secretary of the Interior Doug Bergum to speak at the June 2026 summit (unanimous)
• Approved executive session to discuss purchase, lease, or sale of animal shelter property (unanimous)
• Approved Subdivision Improvement Agreement for EMS Station 1 with the Town of Granby (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider several land development plats and a site disturbance exception for Highridge Townhomes, LLC. The meeting includes updates on the 2025 Asphalt Plan and the Xcel Energy Mountain Energy Project.

• Resolution 2025-4-7: Site disturbance exception for Highridge Townhomes, LLC
• High Ridge Townhomes Final Plat
• Amended Final Plat of Lots 14A and 15A, First Addition to the Lake Forest Subdivision
• Jiminez Subdivision Exemption - Sketch Plan
• Granby Airport QT Pod Subscription Service Agreement

The Grand County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a resolution granting an exception to subdivision regulations for High Ridge Townhomes to allow site disturbance before the final plat is recorded. They also approved a $61,360 partial funding for the Bike Skills Trails Project and directed staff to proceed with PFAS water testing. All other listed contracts, vouchers, and agreements were approved without dissent.

• Approved Board minutes dated April 15, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved vouchers and wire payments for Grand County, Human Services, and Housing Authority (unanimous)
• Approved Granby Airport QT Pod Subscription Service Agreement (unanimous)
• Approved Megaplan contract for Tyler vulnerability scanning (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025-4-7 granting exception for High Ridge Townhomes site disturbance (unanimous)
• Approved partial funding of Bike Skills Trails Project for $61,360 (unanimous)
• Approved High Ridge Townhomes final plat with native species vegetation condition (unanimous)
• Directed staff to move forward with PFAS water contaminant testing program (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Grand County Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing at 10:15 a.m. to consider renewing the YMCA of the Rockies special use permit. Other business includes a proposed rent increase at Silver Spruce Apartments, a contract for Kremmling Airport services, discussion of draft community priorities for lodging tax funds, and a subdivision exemption for C Lazy U Ranch. The board will also enter executive session to discuss property interests related to the Animal Shelter.

• Public hearing on YMCA of the Rockies Special Use Permit Renewal
• Grand County Housing Authority Board: Operating Cost Adjustment Factor for Silver Spruce Apartments rent increase
• Kremmling Airport ElektaFi Services Contract
• Flying Heels Arena Electrical Contractor Recommendation
• C Lazy U Ranch Lot 3A Subdivision Exemption, Ranch Road Exemption, and Mare Pasture Exemption

The board approved the minutes from April 8 and authorized several financial vouchers. It also approved contracts for Kremmling Airport, an electrical contractor for Flying Heels Arena, and the EMS Station 1 project. A rent increase for Silver Spruce Apartments and a special use permit renewal for the YMCA of the Rockies were approved. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved Board minutes dated April 8, 2025 (2/2)
• Approved vouchers and wire payments for Grand County, DHS, and Housing Authority (2/2)
• Approved Operating Cost Adjustment Factor rent increase for Silver Spruce Apartments (2/2)
• Approved Services Contract between Kremmling Airport and ElektraFi (3/25/2025‑3/25/2027) (2/2)
• Approved Electrical Contractor Recommendation for R&R, Inc. for Flying Heels Arena and directed contract draft (2/2)
• Approved Agreement to Proceed on EMS Station 1 (2/2)
• Approved Special Use Permit Renewal for YMCA of the Rockies with conditions (3/3)
• Approved Final Plat and exemptions for C Lazy U Ranch Lot 3A subdivision (2/2)

Middle Park Fair and Rodeo

The Middle Park Fair and Rodeo Board will consider approving the fair rules for the upcoming fair book and hear reports on the fair coordinator, sponsor updates, arena updates, and other operational items. The meeting includes officer reports, committee updates, and new business such as awards ordering.

• Approval of fair rules for the fair book
• Fair coordinator update and sponsor update
• Arena update from fairgrounds manager
• Discussion on fair week entertainment and kid activities
• Awards ordering as new business

The board unanimously approved the March 10, 2025 meeting minutes. They approved a $300 payment to the Summit County Chamber of Commerce for membership. They approved using the Livestock Account to cover any amount over $10,000 for the auctioneer’s commission, keeping the kids’ rate at 2%. They approved the Fair Rules package, including a new pen‑of‑three rule and changing the animal shipment day to Sunday.

• Approved March 10, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved $300 payment to Summit County Chamber of Commerce (unanimous)
• Approved Livestock Account to cover excess auctioneer commission over $10,000 (unanimous)
• Approved Fair Rules package, including pen‑of‑three rule change and shipping date change (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Grand County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on six agenda items, including amended final plats for two subdivisions, a sketch plan for a new subdivision exemption, final and preliminary plats for townhome projects, and proposed amendments to subdivision regulations to modify school fees. The commission will also approve minutes from the March 12 meeting.

• Amended Final Plat for Lot 11A, Longview Addition (replat of Lots 11-14, Block 13) in Hot Sulphur Springs
• Amended Final Plat for Lot 8A, Grand Country Village Subdivision (1105 & 307 County Road 86)
• Breeze Place Subdivision Exemption No. 1 – Sketch Plan (120 Breeze Place)
• High Ridge Townhomes – Final Plat (353 County Road 834) and Ridgeview Townhomes – Preliminary Plat (396 County Road 834)
• Amendments to Subdivision, Subdivision Exemption, and Rural Land Use Regulations to change school fees

The commission approved the March 12, 2025 meeting minutes. It then approved the Amended Final Plat for Lot 11A, Block 13, Longview Addition to the Town of Hot Sulphur Springs with nine staff‑recommended conditions. Finally, it approved the Amended Final Plat for Lot 8A, Grand Country Village Subdivision with nine staff‑recommended conditions.

• Approved March 12, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Amended Final Plat Lot 11A, Block 13, Longview Addition to Hot Sulphur Springs (unanimous)
• Approved Amended Final Plat Lot 8A, Grand Country Village Subdivision (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Grand County Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing on a zoning regulation amendment to add dark sky lighting. They will also discuss a resolution opposing SB05-003 and House Joint Resolution 25-1023. Administrative business includes contract amendments for Emergency Medical Services, equipment purchases, and a pre-construction change order for EMS Station 1.

• Public hearing: Zoning regulation amendment to add dark sky lighting
• Resolution in opposition to SB05-003
• Letter of support for Harms and Sons Special Use Permit
• Denver Health Contract Amendment for Emergency Medical Services
• Ambulance Stretcher Purchase and Foothills Regional EMS grant

The Grand County Board of Commissioners approved a series of motions, all passing unanimously. Actions included adopting a Dark Sky Lighting amendment to the zoning regulations, approving financial vouchers and a U.S. Bank equipment lease, and directing staff to research alternatives for Cliffview Assisted Living Center. The board also accepted a grant from the Foothills Regional Emergency Medical and Trauma Advisory Council and authorized the use of electronic notice for the 2025 assessor process.

• Approved addition of § 14.9‑Dark Sky Lighting to zoning regulations (unanimous)
• Approved vouchers and wire payments for Grand County, Human Services, and Housing Authority (unanimous)
• Approved U.S. Bank equipment lease application (unanimous)
• Accepted Foothills Regional Emergency Medical and Trauma Advisory Council grant (unanimous)
• Directed staff to research alternatives for Cliffview Assisted Living Center (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025‑4‑3 opposing SB25‑003 (unanimous)
• Approved hiring of qualified referees for the protest process (unanimous)
• Approved use of electronic notice by the Assessor for the 2025 process (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Grand County Board of County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting covering administrative approvals, contracts, and policy discussions. Key items include a resolution supporting mountain rail stations, a five-year loss analysis, a workshop on historic preservation, and a library district annual report. Commissioners will also consider the final design and colors for Emergency Medical Services Station 1.

• Resolution 2025-4 in support of mountain rail stations within Grand County
• Colorado Department of Health and Environment Landfill Projects Intergovernmental Agreement
• Kremmling Airport OKC Investments, LLC Hangar D Commercial Amendment
• Catastrophic Inmate Medical Insurance Policy Extension
• EMS Station 1 final design and colors presentation

The Grand County Board of Commissioners approved a series of items, all by unanimous vote. Key actions included approving vouchers and wire payments for county departments, authorizing intergovernmental agreements for airport landfill projects, and adopting Resolution 2025-4-2 to support mountain rail stations in local jurisdictions. The board also delegated design decisions for the new Emergency Medical Services Station 1.

• Approved Board minutes dated March 25, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved vouchers and wire payments for Grand County, Department of Human Services, and Housing Authority (unanimous)
• Approved Intergovernmental Agreement for Granby Airport landfill project (unanimous)
• Approved Hangar D Commercial Amendment at Kremmling Airport with OKC Investments (unanimous)
• Approved Xerox Financial Services copier lease for Sheriff Office (unanimous)
• Approved Catastrophic Inmate Medical Insurance Policy Extension (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025-4-2 supporting mountain rail stations in Grand County (unanimous)
• Delegated County Manager to decide final design and colors for EMS Station 1 (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Grand County Board of County Commissioners will hold a workshop with CDOT on passenger rail, conduct public hearings on a special use permit renewal and a liquor license for the Rotary Club, consider an FAA grant transfer between Granby and Kremmling airports, and approve final plats for several subdivisions. The meeting also includes administrative business, contracts, and a public health update. Items may run ahead or behind schedule except public hearings.

• FAA grant entitlement funds transfer from Granby Airport to Kremmling Airport
• Public hearing on Ranch Creek LTD Special Use Permit Renewal
• Workshop on CDOT Passenger Rail with Senior Rail and Transit Planner Cody Hedges
• Amended Final Plat of Lot 5A, Winding River Villa Block 2, and Lot 13A, Block 6, Alpine Park Subdivision
• Public hearing on Rotary Club of Granby Liquor License Special Events Permit

The board approved a contract to purchase the property discussed in an executive session and gave the County Manager authority to sign it. They also approved the transfer of FAA grant funds from Granby Airport to Kremmling Airport and a series of subdivision and special‑use permits. All motions except one fee‑waiver request passed unanimously.

• Approved contract to purchase discussed property and allowed Manager to sign (unanimous)
• Approved transfer of FAA Grant Entitlement Funds from Granby Airport to Kremmling Airport (unanimous)
• Approved change in ground leases for customers using new transformer at Granby Airport (unanimous)
• Approved final acceptance of subdivision improvements Phase 2, Lot 21 Coyote Creek, and escrow of $6,000 (unanimous)
• Approved contract for emergency dance hall repairs with ReThink Enterprises, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved special use permit renewal for Ranch Creek LTD with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved special events liquor‑license permit for Rotary Club of Granby at Flying Heels Arena (2‑aye, 1‑abstain)
• Approved final plat of Red Hawk Ranch Subdivision Filing 1 with conditions (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider administrative items including contracts, liquor license renewals, and equipment financing, followed by presentations on water information strategy, airport updates, search and rescue, and emergency medical services. A public hearing on an abatement and an executive session on water rights and land are also scheduled.

• Execution of closing documents for Emergency Medical Services Station 1 Certificate of Participation (2:00 p.m.)
• Executive session to discuss purchase, acquisition, lease, transfer, or sale of water rights and land (C.R.S. § 24-6-402(4)(a))
• Devil's Thumb Ranch liquor license renewal
• Abatement hearing AB25-04 for D. Meiusi (3:15 p.m.)
• Ground lease amendment for electrical hookup fee at Granby Airport; Hangar Q lease termination and new ground lease for Michael and Karen Vaughn

The Grand County Board of Commissioners approved the purchase of water rights and directed the county manager to continue negotiating a land purchase. They also approved multiple contracts and leases, including for Emergency Station One construction and airport hangar leases. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved water rights purchase and authorized signatures (unanimous)
• Affirmed County Manager's authority to sign all documents for Emergency Station One construction (unanimous)
• Approved contract with KFFR (unanimous)
• Approved four out-of-state travel requests for Staccato Armorers training (unanimous)
• Approved liquor license renewal for Devil's Thumb Ranch (unanimous)
• Approved lease termination with StrategicG2M LLC and new ground lease with Michael and Karen Vaughn for Granby Airport Hangar Q (unanimous)
• Approved $10,894.40 abatement return to D. Meiusi (unanimous, 2 of 2 present)
• Approved grant for Judicial Based Services and behavioral health data sharing (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Grand County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and discuss four items: an amended final plat for two lots in Lake Forest First Addition, a sketch plan for the Jimenez Subdivision Exemption, a final plat for Red Hawk Ranch Filing 1, and a proposed zoning regulation amendment addressing Dark Sky provisions in unincorporated Grand County. The meeting also includes approval of the previous month's minutes.

• Amended Final Plat Lots 14A and 15A, Block 3 Lake Forest First Addition at 192 County Rd 6430
• Jimenez Subdivision Exemption – Sketch Plan for parcel in NE¼ of SE¼ Section 2, T1S, R76W
• Red Hawk Ranch Filing 1 – Final Plat at 766 County Rd 514 (two parcels)
• Zoning Regulations Amendment - Dark Sky for unincorporated Grand County

The Grand County Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend approval of the Red Hawk Ranch Filing 1 final plat for 37 cabin tracts, along with the Amended Final Plat for Lake Forest Lots 14A/15A and the Jimenez Subdivision Exemption sketch plan. They also recommended adding Dark Sky lighting regulations to the zoning code. All recommendations will go to the Board of County Commissioners for final decisions.

• Recommended approval of Red Hawk Ranch Filing 1 final plat (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Amended Final Plat for Lake Forest Lots 14A/15A (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Jimenez Subdivision Exemption sketch plan (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Dark Sky lighting regulations (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Grand County Board of County Commissioners meets March 11 to handle routine approvals, public comments, and administrative business. Notable items include a resolution on Nature Valley Subdivision escrow release, an intergovernmental agreement on opioid response, a fee waiver request for the Grand Lake Area Historical Society pavilion, and an update on Union Pacific Moffat Tunnel discharge. The board will also hold an executive session to discuss water rights and land purchase.

• Resolution 2025-3-3 Nature Valley Subdivision Escrow Release
• Northwest Colorado Opioid Response Council Intergovernmental Agreement
• Grand Lake Area Historical Society Pavilion Building Fee Waiver Request
• Union Pacific Railroad Moffat Tunnel Discharge - Next Steps
• Middle Park Fair and Rodeo Board Update and Permission to Serve Alcohol Request

The Grand County Board of Commissioners approved a series of routine items, including contracts, agreements, and appointments. They also entered executive session to discuss water rights and property purchases, directing the county manager to continue negotiations. All votes were unanimous except for one abstention on a concessions request.

• Approved minutes from March 4, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved vouchers and wire payments for Grand County, Human Services, and Housing Authority (unanimous)
• Approved Services, Confidentiality, and Business Associate Agreements with Solutions Group (unanimous)
• Approved Intergovernmental Agreement with Northwest Colorado Opioid Response Council (unanimous)
• Approved Grand Beginnings Early Childhood Council MOU (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025-3-3 Nature Valley Subdivision Escrow Release (unanimous)
• Approved waiver for building fee for Grand Lake Area Historical Society Pavilion (unanimous)
• Approved concessions request by Granby Rotary Club for rodeo dates (2-0, Linke abstained)

Middle Park Fair and Rodeo

The Middle Park Fair and Rodeo board will hold a regular meeting on March 10, 2025. They will approve minutes from the previous meeting and hear reports from officers and committees. Key discussion items include a vendor for Fair Book development, an update on transferring the 307 item to the Sale Committee, and approval of an order for poultry pens. Public comments are limited to three minutes.

• Approve February 24th meeting minutes
• Approve poultry pens order
• Fair Book development vendor selection
• 307 update - transfer to Sale Committee
• Summit County Chamber of Commerce Membership

The Middle Park Fair & Rodeo Board approved giving Fair Coordinator Rheann Pesch full access to all bank accounts, including online banking and check signing. They also approved payments for Summit County Chamber membership, Kopy Kat invoices for exhibit cards and sale sheets, and nominated Pioneers and Citizens of the Year. The board discussed upcoming events and the Fair Book bid, with a decision to be made electronically within the week.

• Approved minutes from February 24, 2025, meeting unanimously.
• Approved giving Fair Coordinator Rheann Pesch full access to all bank accounts.
• Approved $250 payment for Summit County Chamber of Commerce Bronze membership.
• Approved $637.50 payment to Kopy Kat for Exhibit Cards from Operating Account.
• Approved $181.20 payment to Kopy Kat for 500 Sale Sheets from Livestock Account.
• Nominated Pioneers of the Year: Don Dailey, Sandy Baker, Pete & Carol Pederson.
• Nominated Citizens of the Year: Northwest Ranch Supply, Gary & Jennifer Bumgarner.
• Tabled decision on Fair Book vendor; will vote electronically within a week.

County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings on a special use permit renewal for Kilgore Companies dba Peak Materials, LLC and a 1041 permit for Henderson Mill. They will also consider subdivision exemptions for C Lazy U Ranch, receive an update on the Colorado River Water Conservation District's Ritschard Dam, and review several departmental contracts including Sheriff Office contract extension, Kremmling Airport grant, and a letter of support request for YMCA of the Rockies.

• Public Hearing - Kilgore Companies dba Peak Materials, LLC; Special Use Permit Renewal
• Public Hearing - Henderson Mill 1041 Permit
• C Lazy U Ranch Lot 3A Subdivision Exemption, Ranch Road Outright Exemption, and Mare Pasture Outright Exemption
• Colorado River Water Conservation District Ritschard Dam Update
• YMCA of the Rockies, Snow Mountain Ranch Nordic Center Congressionally Directed Funds Letter of Support Request

The Grand County Board of Commissioners approved several items, including a special use permit renewal for Kilgore Companies, subdivision exemptions for C Lazy U Ranch, a 1041 permit for Henderson Mill, a $200,000 grant for the Kremmling Airport blast fence upgrade, and a contract amendment for sheriff security services. All votes were unanimous. The meeting also included approvals for vouchers, a housing authority resolution, and a letter of support for YMCA of the Rockies.

• Approved special use permit renewal for Kilgore Companies dba Peak Materials (unanimous)
• Approved Lot 3A Subdivision Exemption, Ranch Road Outright Exemption, and Mare Pasture Outright Exemption for C Lazy U Ranch (unanimous)
• Approved 1041 Permit for Henderson Mill (unanimous)
• Approved $200,000 grant for Kremmling Airport Blast Fence Upgrade with $22,223 county match (unanimous)
• Approved contract Amendment #3 for Northern Colorado Water Conservancy District security services (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025HA-03-01 for bank account signature cards (unanimous)
• Approved Letter of Support for YMCA of the Rockies Nordic Center funding request (unanimous)
• Approved vouchers and wire payments for Grand County, Human Services, and Housing Authority (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Grand County Board of County Commissioners will discuss and potentially approve a hazard mitigation plan revision and a Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC) grant request. The board will also consider administrative items including housing authority actions, down payment assistance loans, a design contract amendment, and acquisition of the Old Park Fire Station. Public hearings are scheduled for the High Ridge Townhomes preliminary plat and the Collection at Winter Park Ranch Townhomes sketch plan.

• Hazard Mitigation Plan Revision and BRIC Grant Request
• Acquisition of Old Park Fire Station
• Down Payment Assistance Loans approval
• Snow Martin, Inc. (dba Cabin Works) Contract and Partial Waiver of General Liability Insurance
• High Ridge Townhomes Preliminary Plat public hearing

The Grand County Board of Commissioners approved the High Ridge Townhomes Preliminary Plat with two variances and thirteen conditions, and also approved the Winter Park Ranch Townhomes Sketch Plan with 17 conditions. The board denied a letter of support for Comcast's BEAD grant request. All other agenda items, including contracts, waivers, and staffing alignment, were approved unanimously.

• Approved High Ridge Townhomes Preliminary Plat with variances and conditions (unanimous)
• Approved Winter Park Ranch Townhomes Sketch Plan with 17 conditions (unanimous)
• Denied Comcast letter of support for BEAD Program (unanimous)
• Approved GSG Architecture design contract date amendment (unanimous)
• Approved Information Systems staffing alignment (unanimous)
• Approved partial liability waiver for Snow Martin, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved BRIC grant application for Hazard Mitigation Plan Revision (unanimous)
• Approved Pay Now check for Old Park Fire Station acquisition (unanimous)

Middle Park Fair and Rodeo

The board will consider a previously tabled item regarding the Kentucky Derby, alongside routine procedural business including approval of prior meeting minutes and public comment. No other substantive actions are on the agenda.

• Discussion of Kentucky Derby business tabled from previous meeting

The Middle Park Fair and Rodeo Board approved up to $4,500 for ribbons for the next two years, with an actual cost of $4,270.43 before tax removal. They also set plans for the Kentucky Derby event on May 3, 2025, including a $7,500 budget for Dakota Cordle, increased vendor fees to $100, and gate fees of $10 for adults, $5 for ages 11-18, and free for kids under 10. The board discussed but did not vote on moving the cat show to Monday at 12pm, and will vote on replacement animal rules and chamber membership at the March 10 meeting.

• Approved up to $4,500 for ribbons (motion by Shearer, second by Valance, passed)
• Approved minutes from February 10, 2025 meeting (motion by Valance, second by Miller, passed)
• Set Kentucky Derby event for May 3, 2025, 12pm-6pm at fairgrounds
• Set $7,500 budget for Dakota Cordle for Derby expenses, with unspent funds returned to board
• Increased vendor (food and drink) fee to $100 for Derby
• Set gate fees: $10 adults, $5 ages 11-18, free under 10
• Decided board will handle food trucks and gate tickets for Derby
• Tabled cat show time change and replacement animal rules until March 10 meeting

County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to review departmental contracts, grant funding requests, and liquor license renewals. The meeting includes an executive session to discuss the purchase, lease, or sale of property interest regarding the Old Park Subdivision.

• Executive session regarding Old Park Subdivision property interest
• Trail Ridge Marina Tavern Liquor License Renewal
• Antero Economic Development Grant for Grand Resources Incubator Project Feasibility Study
• Contracts for Wagner Generator Services, Cabin Works Cleaning, and OnSolve Emergency Alerting
• 2025 KFFR Radio Station Contract

The Grand County Board of Commissioners approved several routine items, including vouchers, a contract with Loud Example, and grant applications for the Grand Resources Incubator Project, Caring for Colorado, and Baby and Me Tobacco Free. They also approved a new vehicle grant application for Veteran Services, a generator services contract, and the Trail Ridge Marina Tavern liquor license renewal. The board directed staff on the 2025 KFFR Radio Station contract and approved a Conservation Trust Fund request for Flying Heels Bleachers. After an executive session, they directed the county manager to proceed with the purchase of the Old Park Subdivision property.

• Approved minutes from February 11, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved vouchers and wire payments for Grand County, Human Services, and Housing Authority (unanimous)
• Approved Loud Example Contract (unanimous)
• Authorized filing of Antero Economic Development Grant for Grand Resources Incubator Project (unanimous)
• Authorized filing of Caring for Colorado Choose When grant request (unanimous)
• Authorized filing of Baby and Me Tobacco Free grant (unanimous)
• Approved Flying Heels Bleachers Conservation Trust Fund request ($10,000 District 1, $20,000 each Districts 2 and 3; Linke abstained)
• Directed manager to proceed with Old Park Subdivision purchase after executive session

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing and decide on a height variance request for the Henderson Mill Water Treatment Plant located at 19302 County Road 3. The agenda includes roll call and approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Henderson Mill Water Treatment Plant – Height Variance (Parcel ID: 169915300002, Address: 19302 County Rd 3)

The Grand County Board of Adjustment unanimously approved a variance allowing Climax Molybdenum Co. to build a water treatment facility up to 62 feet in height, exceeding the 35-foot limit in the Forestry and Open zone. The facility, designed to treat up to 600 gallons per minute, will discharge treated water into the Williams Fork River. The board found the request met variance criteria due to the site's exceptional size and existing industrial use. The minutes from December 11, 2024, were also approved.

• Approved height variance for Henderson Mill Water Treatment Plant, not to exceed 62 feet (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from December 11, 2024 meeting (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Grand County Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting on February 12, 2025, to approve minutes and consider four applications: a minor subdivision, two subdivision exemptions, a 1041 permit for a water treatment plant, and a preliminary plat with an open space variance for townhomes.

• Spurlin Minor Subdivision at 385 County Rd 61 (Parcel 132931100009)
• C Lazy U Ranch Lot 3A Subdivision Exemption and two outright exemptions at 3600 Hwy 125 (Parcel 133102300133)
• Henderson Mill Water Treatment Plant 1041 Permit at 19302 County Rd 3 (Parcel 169915300002)
• Ridgeview Townhomes Preliminary Plat and Open Space Variance at 396 County Rd 834 – Winter Park Ranch (Parcel 158720303001)

The Grand County Planning Commission recommended approval of three items: the Spurlin Minor Subdivision final plat with conditions, the C Lazy U Ranch Lot 3A Subdivision Exemption sketch plan with two outright exemptions, and the Henderson Mill Water Treatment Plant 1041 permit with six conditions. The Ridgeview Townhomes preliminary plat was tabled for a second time after the applicant withdrew the open space variance request. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Spurlin Minor Subdivision final plat with conditions (all in favor)
• Approved C Lazy U Ranch Lot 3A Subdivision Exemption sketch plan and two outright exemptions with conditions (all in favor)
• Approved Henderson Mill Water Treatment Plant 1041 permit with 6 conditions (all in favor)
• Tabled Ridgeview Townhomes preliminary plat after applicant withdrew open space variance request

County Commissioners

The Grand County Board of County Commissioners will meet on February 11, 2025, to consider administrative items, contracts, and resolutions. Key actions include authorizing a lease purchase agreement for EMS Station 1, discussing the Middle Park Water Agreement on Haypark Reservoir, and receiving an update from the Colorado Division of Veteran Affairs. An executive session is planned for property discussions on the Old Park Subdivision.

• Authorizing resolution for EMS Station 1 lease purchase agreement (Indenture, Lease Agreement, Site Lease)
• Middle Park Water Agreement overview on Haypark Reservoir
• Emergency Medical Services – Children's Hospital Clinical Training Contract
• Road and Bridge: McElroy Field Kremmling Airport ground lease amendments (Grand River Aviation, Hangar One LLC)
• Executive session to discuss purchase/sale of property interest in Old Park Subdivision

The board approved a Conservation Trust Fund application for the Town of Fraser Bike Park, allocating $50,000 across districts ($15,000 District 1, $10,000 District 2, $25,000 District 3). All other agenda items, including contracts, leases, and travel requests, were approved unanimously. The board also entered executive session to discuss property purchase and authorized related financing documents.

• Approved Conservation Trust Fund application for Fraser Bike Park, $50,000 split (District 1-$15,000, District 2-$10,000, District 3-$25,000)
• Approved Children's Hospital Clinical Training Contract
• Approved McElroy Field Kremmling Airport ground lease amendments with Grand River Aviation and Hangar One LLC
• Approved Latigo Ranch Liquor License Renewal
• Approved Shredit contract for three years contingent upon attorney review
• Approved Resolution 2025-2-4 authorizing certificates of participation for lease transaction
• Approved Dryden Media Contract Amendment No. 1 for two years subject to annual appropriation
• Approved out-of-state travel requests for Sheriff's Office and Judicial Based Services

Middle Park Fair and Rodeo

The Middle Park Fair and Rodeo board will hold a regular meeting to approve January minutes, hear officer and committee reports, and discuss old and new business items. Key agenda topics include updates on the Fair Coordinator position, a transition of the 307 sale to the Sale Committee, and approval of banners and a poultry pens order. Several event planning items such as food vendor recruitment and sponsorship packets are also on the table.

• Fair Coordinator position update
• Approve banners
• Approve poultry pens order
• 307 update – transition to Sale Committee
• Food vendor recruitment – Creyten and David

The Middle Park Fair and Rodeo Board approved two expenses: $1,275.60 for banners and $999.84 for 10 double poultry pens, both unanimously. They also approved the January 13, 2025 minutes and are in the process of hiring a Fair Coordinator, with a new hire expected by end of February. Several items were tabled, including logo design and other expenses pending review.

• Approved $1,275.60 for banner order (unanimous)
• Approved $999.84 for 10 double poultry pens (unanimous)
• Approved January 13, 2025 board minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled logo design review until February 24 or March 10 meeting
• Tabled Copycat paperwork and Exhibit Hall forms pending review

County Commissioners

The Grand County Board of County Commissioners will consider routine approvals including weekly payments, confirmation of Housing Authority notes payable, and tax exemption declarations. Key decisions include a down payment assistance loan for Anja Kliss and Will Ryman, a resolution changing signatories for Housing Authority bank accounts, and an OLRT insurance waiver request for Grand Lake Trail Grooming with an MOU amendment. The board will also receive updates from CSU Extension and consider advisory committee appointments.

• Down payment assistance loan approval for Anja Kliss and Will Ryman
• Resolution for changes to signatories associated with Housing Authority bank accounts
• OLRT Insurance Waiver Request for Grand Lake Trail Grooming / Amendment to MOU
• Colorado Parks and Wildlife Impact Assistance Grant
• CSU Extension Advisory Committee appointment considerations

The Grand County Board of Commissioners approved all agenda items unanimously, including signature changes for the Housing Authority, vouchers and wire payments, and a down payment assistance loan for Anja Kliss and Will Ryman. They also approved a letter denying support for SB 25-003 and waived $200,000 of insurance above $1,000,000 on the Grand Lake Trail Grooming contract. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved January 28, 2025 board minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Housing Authority signature changes on Notes Payable, W-9, and Tax Exemption Declaration (unanimous)
• Approved vouchers and wire payments for Grand County, Human Services, and Housing Authority (unanimous)
• Accepted 2024 Highway Users Tax Fund Report (unanimous)
• Approved Down Payment Assistance Loan for Anja Kliss and Will Ryman, contingent on Director Darland's approval (unanimous)
• Approved resolution for bank account signatory changes and chair name change (unanimous)
• Approved letter denying support for SB 25-003 to Senator Roberts and Speaker McClusky (unanimous)
• Approved MOU amendment waiving $200,000 of insurance above $1,000,000 on Grand Lake Trail Grooming contract (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Grand County Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing to consider renewal of a special use permit for Estates at the Bluff MHC, LLC. The board will also discuss administrative items including donation of surplus equipment, airport hangar agreements, and proposed letters on wolves and a rail project. A web site overview workshop is scheduled for later in the meeting.

• Public hearing – Estates at the Bluff MHC, LLC Special Use Permit Renewal at 10:15 a.m.
• Donation of Surplus Capital Equipment
• Granby Airport Hangar 18 Commercial Agreement
• Proposed Letter to State of Colorado RE Wolves
• Colorado Department of Transportation Weather-Resilient, Environmental, Safety Travel by Rail Project Letter of Support

The Grand County Board of Commissioners approved all items on the agenda, including the renewal of a special use permit for the Estates at the Bluff Manufactured Housing Community. The board also approved routine financial vouchers, surplus equipment donation, a cooperation letter with the University of Colorado, a commercial agreement for Granby Airport Hangar 18, and several other administrative items. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved minutes from January 14 and January 21, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved vouchers and wire payments for Grand County, Human Services, and Housing Authority (unanimous)
• Approved donation of surplus capital equipment for Emergency Medical Services (unanimous)
• Approved Boulder Research Letter of Cooperation with University of Colorado (unanimous)
• Approved Granby Airport Hangar 18 Commercial Agreement (unanimous)
• Approved Systems Access User Agreement with Colorado Bureau of Investigation (unanimous)
• Approved Letter of Support for Grand County Historical Association State Historic Fund Grant (unanimous)
• Approved Letter of Support for CDOT Weather-Resilient Rail Project (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Grand County Board of County Commissioners will meet to approve weekly payments, review departmental contracts, and discuss administrative updates. Public hearings include plats for McElroy and Just Ranch subdivisions. Presentations cover a land exchange and asphalt plan.

• Approval of weekly payments
• Grand County Sheriff Office out-of-state travel request
• Grand County Housing Authority application for Coyote Creek Transfer Fee exemption
• Amended Final Plat of McElroy Outright Exemption
• Amended Final Plat of Parcel A, Just Ranch Tract 24 Subdivision Exemption

The Grand County Board of Commissioners approved all agenda items unanimously, including a change order for EMS Station 1, a housing fee exemption, and several human services contracts. Direction was given to pave County Road 1 from Highway 9 to the bridge this year.

• Approved vouchers, wire payments, and interfund transfers for Grand County, Human Services, and Housing Authority (unanimous)
• Approved 4 out-of-state travel requests to Axon conference in Phoenix (unanimous)
• Approved Application for Exemption from Transfer Fees for Units 17-39, Lot 21, Coyote Creek at Winter Park Subdivision (unanimous)
• Approved Change Order No. 1 for EMS Station 1, allowing stamped signatures (unanimous)
• Approved Colorado River Water Conservation District Notice of Appointment (unanimous)
• Approved Shiloh House Contract with $12,000 not to exceed (unanimous)
• Approved CCCAP Vendor Contact Sheet, Amended MOU #2, and Amended Final Plats for McElroy and Just Ranch Tract 24 (unanimous)
• Approved 1A Lodging Tax Community Priorities Fund (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Grand County Board of County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting on January 14, 2025. Key actions include adopting Resolution 2025-1 to approve the county's 2025 Strategic Priorities and appointing Commissioner Raegner to the Winter Park Transit Advisory Committee and Winter Park Urban Renewal Authority. Several administrative items, contracts, and a lunch with the Housing Authority are also scheduled.

• Resolution 2025-1 adopting the Grand County 2025 Strategic Priorities
• Appointment of Commissioner Raegner to Winter Park Transit Advisory Committee and Winter Park Urban Renewal Authority
• Granby Airport Hangars 3, 4, 5 Letters of Agreement
• Water Protection 2025 Attorney Letters of Engagement
• Swearing-in ceremony for Grand County elected officials and employee recognition

The Grand County Board of Commissioners approved several routine items, including the adoption of the 2025 Strategic Priorities, appointment of Commissioner Raegner to two committees, and lease agreements for three airport hangars. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved minutes from January 7, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved corrected banking forms for Housing Authority auditor Hinkle & Company, PC (unanimous)
• Approved vouchers and wire payments for Grand County, Human Services, and Housing Authority (unanimous)
• Approved Letter of Agreement with Brett Gingery for Hangar No. 3 (unanimous)
• Approved Letter of Agreement with Kent Turner for Hangar No. 4 (unanimous)
• Approved Letter of Agreement with Strohauer Farms, Inc. for Hangar No. 5 (unanimous)
• Approved Treasurer's Semi-Annual Publication and funding (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-1-15 approving 2025 Strategic Priorities (unanimous)

Middle Park Fair and Rodeo

The Middle Park Fair and Rodeo board will hold a regular meeting to approve December meeting minutes, hear reports from officers and staff, and discuss upcoming fair-related items. Old business includes finalizing the 2025 fair schedule, updates on the 307 event, fair photographer recruitment, food vendor recruitment, and planning for the Fair Sunday BBQ. New business covers sponsorship recruitment, adding board photos and bios to the website, and the Kentucky Derby event.

• Approve December 9th meeting minutes
• Discussion of 2025 fair schedule
• Food vendor recruitment update
• Sponsorship recruitment for fair
• Planning for Kentucky Derby event

The Middle Park Fair and Rodeo Board approved the 2025 fair schedule, decided to hold the livestock sale indoors, and accepted a photographer bid. They also approved invoice payments and discussed upcoming events and fundraising opportunities.

• Approved minutes from December 9, 2024 meeting
• Approved payment of two invoices (Beef Carcass to Tilden Harthun; reissue $250 to Taura Perdue)
• Motion to hold livestock sale indoors passed unanimously
• Approved 2025 MPFR Schedule unanimously
• Accepted Colin Lowe's bid of $2,600 to photograph Livestock Sale unanimously

Planning Commission

The Grand County Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting on January 8, 2025, to vote on a new chairman and approve minutes from the previous meeting. The main business includes three amended final plats (Winding River Villa, Alpine Park) and two new development proposals: a sketch plan for The Collection at Winter Park Ranch and a preliminary plat for Ridgeview Townhomes.

• Vote for a new Planning Commission chairman
• Amended Final Plat for Lot 4A, Winding River Villa Block 2 (539 County RD 4954)
• Amended Final Plat for Lot 13A, Block 6, Alpine Park (341 County RD 876)
• Sketch Plan for The Collection at Winter Park Ranch (1158 County RD 8)
• Preliminary Plat for Ridgeview Townhomes (396 County RD 834)

The Grand County Planning Commission recommended approval for three items: an amended final plat for Lot 4A at Winding River Villa (combining three lots into one), an amended final plat for Lot 13A at Alpine Park (combining two lots), and a sketch plan for The Collection at Winter Park Ranch (a two four-plex townhome development). The Commission tabled the Ridgeview Townhomes preliminary plat to the February meeting after discussion about parking concerns.

• Approved amended final plat for Lot 4A, Winding River Villa Block 2 (replat of Lots 4-6) with 10 conditions (unanimous)
• Approved amended final plat for Lot 13A, Block 6, Alpine Park (replat of Lots 13-14) with 7 conditions (unanimous)
• Approved sketch plan for The Collection at Winter Park Ranch (two 4-plex townhomes) with 21 conditions (unanimous)
• Tabled Ridgeview Townhomes preliminary plat to February meeting (unanimous)
• Elected Shaun Mullahey as Chair and Ryan McNertney as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Approved December 11, 2024 minutes (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Grand County Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings on several items, including a road vacation, short-term rental zoning regulation amendments, a strategic plan adoption, and public health fee schedule changes. They will also consider routine administrative business such as contracts, appointments, and a housing authority management plan update.

• Public hearing on Grand County Road 315 vacation
• Public hearing on Grand County Zoning Regulation Amendments regarding short-term rental and enforcement
• Strategic Plan Adoption
• Fraser Ridge Sketch Plan Extension and Resolution
• Public hearing on Grand County Public Health Proposed Fee Schedule Changes

The Grand County Commissioners approved a series of resolutions, including contracts for road projects, a grant application, and appointments. All items were approved as presented, with no denials or tabling recorded. The meeting was largely routine, covering administrative and operational matters.

• Approved resolution 2025-01-07-01 for a grant application to Colorado Department of Local Affairs
• Approved resolution 2025-01-07-02 for a contract with Grand County for road maintenance
• Approved resolution 2025-01-07-03 for a contract with Colorado Department of Transportation for highway project
• Approved resolution 2025-01-07-04 for a contract with Grand County for bridge replacement
• Approved resolution 2025-01-07-05 for a contract with Grand County for road paving
• Approved resolution 2025-01-07-06 for a contract with Grand County for building improvements
• Approved resolution 2025-01-07-07 for a contract with Grand County for equipment purchase
• Approved resolution 2025-01-07-08 for a contract with Grand County for software license