Elbert County public meetings in 2023
62 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
County Commission
The Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings to approve the 2024 Final Budget and mill levy certificates. The board will also consider a rezoning amendment for Sterling Crossing (Elora) and discuss the 2024 Contractor Licensing Program.
- Public Hearing: Approval of the 2024 Final Budget
- Public Hearing: Approval of the Mill Levy Certificate and Sun Country Mill Levy Certificate
- Sterling Crossing (Elora) PUD Rezoning Amendment filing no. PD-2023-2003
- Amended Agreement #3 for Substance Abuse and Mental Health Treatment in the Elbert County Jail
- Ratification of letter to Denver Mayor opposing ballot initiative to ban meat processing plants
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will conduct a quasi-judicial public hearing regarding a Special Use Review (SUR) for Charnobragan Dog Breeding. The body will also review and approve meeting minutes from November 7 and November 8, 2023.
- Public hearing for Charnobragan Dog Breeding SUR
General
The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to conduct land use hearings. The body will hear presentations and public input before making decisions on two specific applications.
- EC West Preliminary Plat
- EC West Planned Unit Development (PUD)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
County Commission
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing on the 2024 budget, though staff recommends continuing it to December 27. The board will also discuss contractor and building permit fees, the Flock camera contract, and CR 162 bridge engineering costs. A series of land use hearings are scheduled for the afternoon.
- Public Hearing for adoption of the 2024 Elbert County Budget
- Discussion on contractor licensing and building permit fees
- Discussion on potential renewal of Flock Camera Contract
- Engineering costs for CR 162 Bridge Replacement
- Land use hearings for EC West Preliminary Plat and Planned Unit Development (PUD)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will conduct quasi-judicial public hearings to review specific land use and district requests. The body will evaluate evidence based on adopted regulation standards to make decisions on these filings.
- Maverick Rezone RZ-22-0064 (Robinson Amendment 1)
- Sterling Crossing (Elora) PUD Rezoning Amendment PD-2023-2003
- Elora (Sterling Crossing) Amended and Restated Service Plans for Metropolitan Districts
County Commission
The Board of County Commissioners will consider updates to the Emergency Operations Plan and discuss Flock Camera License Plate Readers. The meeting includes land use hearings for three specific development filings. The board will also receive an annual update from the Veterans Service Officer.
- Spring Valley Ranch Filing 8 Final Plat hearing
- Independence 3rd PUD Amendment (lot width) hearing
- Independence Filing 4 Final Plat hearing
- Approval of Elbert County Emergency Operations Plan Update
- Discussion regarding Flock Camera License Plate Readers
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will conduct a quasi-judicial public hearing regarding a Special Use Review (SUR) amendment for the Healing Pines Recovery Center. The body will review staff and applicant presentations and take public testimony before voting on the matter.
- Public hearing for Healing Pines Recovery Center SUR Amendment (SUR-23-43)
General
The Board of County Commissioners will hear a concept brief for Pine Ridge Estates. This is a work study session where no decisions will be made and no public comment will be heard.
- Concept brief for Pine Ridge Estates: 186 single-family detached lots on 425.9 acres at 1574 and 988 State Hwy 86 in Elizabeth
General
The Board of County Commissioners will meet to conduct a public hearing regarding the 2024 draft budget. This is the only action item listed on the agenda.
- Public Hearing: Elbert County 2024 Draft Budget
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
General
The Planning Commission will conduct quasi-judicial public hearings regarding the EC West project. The body will review the project's Planned Unit Development, preliminary plat, and service plans.
- Public hearing: EC West Planned Unit Development (PUD)
- Public hearing: EC West Preliminary Plat
- Public hearing: EC West Service Plans
General
The Planning Commission will conduct quasi-judicial public hearings regarding the EC West project. The body will review the project's Planned Unit Development (PUD), preliminary plat, and service plans.
- Public hearing: EC West Planned Unit Development (PUD)
- Public hearing: EC West Preliminary Plat
- Public hearing: EC West Service Plans
General
The Board of County Commissioners is holding a work study session with Emergency Management Director Shane Pynes. The meeting is for discussion only; no decisions will be made and no public comment will be heard.
- Discussion of the Emergency Operation Plan Update
General
The Board of County Commissioners will meet with the Elbert County Sheriffs' Department and Flock to discuss camera capabilities, uses, benefits, and policies. No decisions will be made and no public comment will be heard.
- Discussion of Flock camera deployment and policies
General
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a work study session to discuss the 2024 Draft Budget. No public comment will be heard and no decisions will be made during this meeting.
- Discussion of 2024 Draft Budget
County Commission
The Board of County Commissioners will conduct a land use hearing regarding a rezone request for Systems Properties. The board will also consider intergovernmental agreements for emergency services impact fees and judicial changes.
- Systems Properties Rezone RZ-23-3557
- Intergovernmental Agreement for Assessment, Collection, and Remittance of Emergency Services Impact Fees
- Intergovernmental Agreement regarding 18th Judicial and 23rd Judicial Changes
- Resolution Certifying Costs Related to Prosecuting Crimes
- Proclamation Recognizing Elbert County's Support of Israel
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
General
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a work study session to discuss a concept brief for the Serenity Pointe Development. The session is for discussion only; no decisions will be made and no public comment will be heard.
- Concept brief for Serenity Pointe Development: PUD rezoning and subdivision of one 322-acre and one 52-acre parcel
- Proposed 542–580 single family detached homes
- Lot sizes ranging from 7,500–12,000 square feet and a section of 2+ acre lots
- Project location south of CR166 and east of Delbert Road
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will conduct quasi-judicial public hearings to review three specific development filings. The body will determine if these requests meet adopted regulation standards based on evidence presented.
- Public hearing for Spring Valley Ranch Filing 8 Final Plat
- Public hearing for Independence 3rd PUD Amendment regarding lot width
- Public hearing for Independence Filing 4 Final Plat
County Commission
The Board of County Commissioners will review the final 2022 budget audit and the draft 2024 budget. The body is also considering unbudgeted engineering costs for County Road 166.
- Approval of Sun Bear Estates Subdivision Improvement Agreement
- Consideration of unbudgeted engineering costs for County Road 166
- Discussion of Intergovernmental Agreement for Emergency Services Impact Fees
- Presentation of Final 2022 Budget Audit
- Update on Draft 2024 Budget
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
General
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a work study session with the Elbert County Sheriffs' Department. The body will discuss the capabilities, uses, benefits, and policies of Flock cameras. No decisions will be made and no public comment will be heard.
- Discussion of Flock camera deployment, capabilities, uses, benefits, and policies
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will conduct a quasi-judicial public hearing regarding a rezone request. The body will review evidence and apply adopted regulation standards to make a decision on the matter.
- Public hearing for Systems Properties Rezone RZ-23-3557
General
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a special meeting featuring an executive session with legal counsel. The discussion focuses on the progress of 1041 regulations and potential land use applications using that framework.
- Executive session to discuss 1041 regulations and the regulation process
- Consultation with legal counsel regarding potential land use applications
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
County Commission
The Board of County Commissioners will conduct land use hearings for two rezoning requests. The body will also hold a public hearing for a new liquor license and review the 2022 Audit Budget Report.
- RKR Ranch Rezone (RZ-23-00030)
- Schluter Rezone (RZ-22-0003)
- Public hearing for new liquor license for the Patch in Elizabeth
- Request to vacate right of way for Jessi Mead property
- Presentation of the 2022 Audit Budget Report
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
General
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a work study session regarding the EC East Planned Unit Development Concept Brief. This is a study session; no decisions will be made and there will be no public comment.
- EC East Planned Unit Development concept covering approximately 1,270-acres
- Proposed mix of up to 3,000 residential units
- Proposed commercial/industrial use along Kiowa-Bennett
- Requirement for at least 50% open space
- Proposed formation of water, sanitation, and at least one metropolitan district
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will conduct a quasi-judicial public hearing regarding a rezone request. The body will review evidence and apply adopted regulation standards to make a decision on the matter.
- Public hearing for Schluter Rezone RZ-22-0003
County Commission
The Board of County Commissioners will consider a new liquor license for the Patch in Elizabeth and two variance requests. The board will also review the 2022 Audit Budget Report and a request to vacate a right of way for the Jessi Mead property.
- Public hearing for new liquor license: The Patch in Elizabeth
- Public hearings for special event permits: Elbert County Sheriff's Foundation and Elizabeth Area Chamber
- Board of Adjustments variance hearings: Kelly Variance VA-23-18838 and Peter's Variance P-2023-00002
- Liquor license renewal: Spring Valley Golf Club
- Presentation of the 2022 Audit Budget Report
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
General
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a work study session to receive a budget presentation from the 18th Judicial District. No decisions will be made during this meeting.
- Budget presentation by the 18th Judicial District
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will conduct a quasi-judicial public hearing regarding a rezoning request for RKR Ranch. The body will review staff and applicant presentations and take public testimony to make a decision based on adopted regulation standards.
- Public hearing for RKR Ranch Rezone (RZ-23-00030)
County Commission
The Board of County Commissioners will discuss the adequacy of current plans and regulations and issue proclamations for National Preparedness and Suicide Prevention Awareness months. The board will also hold land use hearings regarding rezoning and platting for Sun Bear Estates.
- Sun Bear Estates Rezone (RZ-23-18837)
- Sun Bear Estates Prelim & Final Plat (FP-23-18837)
- Board of Adjustment CORE Variance
- Liquor License renewal for Murphy Express
- Approval of Elbert County Noxious Weed List
The Board approved a rezone and plat for Sun Bear Estates to create eight 10-acre residential lots. Commissioners also granted a variance to CORE for a transmission line and substation. Additionally, the board signed proclamations for National Preparedness Month and Suicide Prevention Awareness Month.
- Approved Sun Bear Rezone RZ-23-18837 and Preliminary/Final Plat FP-23-18837 (3-0)
- Approved CORE Variance for transmission line and substation with conditions (3-0)
- Approved Consent Agenda including Murphy Express liquor license renewal (3-0)
- Approved July 26, August 5 (BOE), and August 9 meeting minutes (3-0)
- Signed 2023 National Preparedness Month proclamation
- Signed 2023 Suicide Prevention Awareness Month proclamation
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
County Commission
The Board of County Commissioners will meet to discuss county administration, personnel compensation, and land use. The body is deciding on a resolution regarding SB23-303 Prop HH and the vacation of County Road 150.
- Resolution opposing SB23-303 Prop HH
- Vacation of County Road 150
- Compensation Plan Phase Three Market Adjustment 2023
- Appointments to the Elbert County Building Authority
- Land use hearing for Touched by a Horse SUR – SU-22-0044
The Board of County Commissioners approved a special use request for a horse therapy training facility in Elizabeth. The board also passed a resolution opposing Senate Bill 23-303 (Prop HH) and updated appointments for the Elbert County Building Authority.
- Approved Special Use Request SU-22-0044 for Touched by a Horse therapy facility (3-0)
- Approved Resolution opposing SB23-303 Prop HH (3-0)
- Approved supplemental appointments to the Elbert County Building Authority, including County Manager Shawn Fletcher (3-0)
- Approved Consent Agenda including vacation of County Road 150 and HHS Core Plan (3-0)
- Approved July 12, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
General
The Board of County Commissioners will meet to review recommendations from Hearing Officers regarding 2023 Board of Equalization tax appeals. The remainder of the agenda consists of procedural items.
- Hearing Officer recommendations for 2023 BOE Tax Appeals
The Board of Equalization reviewed 168 total tax appeals. The board approved the hearing officer's recommendations, which included 20 approved or partially approved appeals and 123 denials.
- Approved Recommendations of the Hearing Officer for the Board of Equalization Appeals (3-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
General
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a work study session to discuss a concept brief for the Elora PUD. This proposal is for a new community located southeast of the Delbert Road and County Line Road intersection.
- Elora PUD proposal: 197.4 acres including 309 single family homes and 6 acres of commercial
County Commission
The Board of County Commissioners will discuss unfunded budget requests for road engineering and a resolution opposing SB23-303 Prop HH. The board is also scheduled to take action on updating the Open Records Policy.
- Discussion of unfunded budget request for Elbert County Roads engineering costs
- Discussion on Resolution Opposing SB23-303 Prop HH
- Action item to update the Open Records Policy
- Approval of site plan and conditions for Reformation Church
- Liquor license renewal for Meadows Market
The Board of County Commissioners approved an unfunded budget request for engineering costs and updated the CORA open records policy. The board also approved a consent agenda including a liquor license renewal and a site plan for Reformation Church.
- Approved unfunded budget request for engineering costs (3-0)
- Approved Resolution for Open Records Request Policy known as CORA (3-0)
- Approved Consent Agenda including Meadows Market liquor license renewal and Reformation Church site plan (3-0)
- Accepted withdrawal of liquor license application for The Patch in Elizabeth (2-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
General
The Board of County Commissioners will meet for a presentation from CTSI. The session focuses on a 5-year loss analysis and pool update, and no decisions will be made.
- Presentation from CTSI regarding 5 year loss analysis & pool update
General
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a work study session to discuss the Reformation Church Site Plan and Conditions.
- Reformation Church Site Plan & Conditions
County Commission
The Board of County Commissioners will consider a compensation plan market adjustment and a site plan for Reformation Church. The board will also hold public hearings for special event liquor permits and a land use site plan. Discussion items include an update on flood emergency response and an updated open records policy.
- Public hearing for Elizabeth Celtic Festival Special Event Liquor Permit
- Public hearing for Journey with Equus Special Event Liquor Permit
- Kinsch - Giacalone EDZ Site Plan (EDS-23-38479) land use hearing
- Approval of Site Plan/Conditions for Reformation Church
- Consideration of Compensation Plan Phase Two Market Adjustment 2023
The Board of County Commissioners approved a site plan for a product distribution warehouse and office at 39540 County Road 13. The board also granted special event liquor permits for the Elizabeth Celtic Festival and Journey with Equus. Additionally, the board approved the June 28, 2023 meeting minutes.
- Approved Kinsch - Giacalone EDZ Site Plan EDS-23-38479 (2-0)
- Approved Special Event Liquor Permit for Elizabeth Celtic Festival (2-0)
- Approved Special Event Liquor Permit for Journey with Equus (2-0)
- Approved June 28, 2023 Minutes (2-0)
- Approved Consent Agenda Items 01, 2, 3 & 5; removed Item 04 (2-0)
- Approved Agenda as presented (2-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
County Commission
The Board of County Commissioners will discuss a supplemental appropriation for the 2022 budget and hold a public hearing for a new liquor license. The meeting also includes land use hearings regarding a church appeal and a water tank variance.
- Resolution for Supplemental Appropriation for the 2022 Budget
- Public Hearing: New Liquor License for The Patch in Elizabeth
- Ratification of Declaration of Flood Emergency
- Reformation Church Appeal of Administrative Decision
- BOA - Spring Valley Water Tank Variance case VA-22-0039
The Board of County Commissioners approved a supplemental appropriation for the 2022 budget to cover increased costs in Road & Bridge, Sales & Use tax, and Growth & Development. The board also ratified a flood emergency declaration and an intergovernmental agreement with Phillips County. A public hearing for a new liquor license for The Patch in Elizabeth was continued to July 26.
- Approved Supplemental Appropriation for the 2022 Budget (3-0)
- Ratified Declaration of Flood Emergency (3-0)
- Ratified Intergovernmental Agreement with Phillips County regarding Child Support (3-0)
- Ratified Resolution to Appoint Referee(s) for the Board of Equalization (3-0)
- Continued public hearing for The Patch liquor license to July 26 (3-0)
- Approved June 14, 2023 Minutes (3-0)
- Approved Consent Agenda (3-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
General
The Board of County Commissioners is holding a work study session regarding Local Tax Authorities. The body will discuss mill levies, though no decisions will be made during this meeting.
- Discussion of mill levies regarding Local Tax Authorities
County Commission
The Board of County Commissioners will conduct land use hearings regarding rezoning and special use requests. The board will also consider a liquor license renewal and a compensation plan update for the Sheriff's Office.
- Silver J Ranch Rezone (RZ-22-18334)
- Casey Jones Park Rezone (RZ-22-18818)
- Casey Jones Park Special Use by Review (SU-22-18819)
- Liquor License Renewal for Walmart
- Ratification of 2023 Compensation Plan Update for the Sheriff's Office
The Board of County Commissioners approved two rezoning requests and a special use permit for park improvements. They also ratified a compensation plan update for the Sheriff's Office.
- Approved Silver J Ranch Rezone RZ-22-18334 (3-0)
- Approved Casey Jones Park Rezone RZ-22-18818 (3-0)
- Approved Casey Jones Park Special Use by Review SU-22-18819 for campsites and infrastructure (3-0)
- Approved 2023 Compensation Plan Update for the Sheriff's Office (3-0)
- Approved Walmart liquor license renewal (3-0)
- Approved Consent Agenda and Agenda as presented (3-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a quasi-judicial public hearing regarding an appeal of an administrative decision by Reformation Church. The body will review evidence and apply regulation standards to reach a decision.
- Public hearing: Reformation Church Appeal of Administrative Decision
County Commission
The Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings regarding a special event permit and a new liquor license for The Patch in Elizabeth. The board is also deciding on the dissolution of three Public Improvement Districts (PIDs) and a land use rezone. A separate hearing is scheduled for the Old Sawmill Ranch Rezone.
- Public Hearing: Elbert Town Committee Special Event Permit - Amanda Moore
- Public Hearing: New Liquor License for The Patch in Elizabeth - Amanda Moore
- Resolution to Dissolve Meadow Station, Foxwood, and Chaparral PIDs
- Land Use Hearing: Old Sawmill Ranch Rezone (case RZ-22-0032)
The Board of County Commissioners approved a special event permit for the Elbert Town Committee and dissolved the Meadow Station and Foxwood PIDs. A public hearing for a new liquor license for The Patch in Elizabeth was continued to June 28.
- Approved Special Event Permit for Elbert Town Committee (3-0)
- Continued public hearing for The Patch in Elizabeth liquor license to June 28 (2-0)
- Approved resolution to dissolve Meadow Station PID (3-0)
- Approved resolution to dissolve Foxwood PIDs (3-0)
- Approved May 10, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
- Approved May 17, 2023 special meeting minutes (3-0)
- Approved Consent Agenda including vouchers and Noxious Weed Board minutes (3-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
General
The Board of County Commissioners is holding a special meeting to conduct an executive session with the County attorney. The board will discuss legal matters, negotiation strategies, and potential litigation involving recently adopted 2023 state legislation.
- Executive session to discuss legal matters and potential engagement of outside legal counsel
- Possible action regarding litigation involving adopted 2023 legislation
The Board of County Commissioners held a special meeting to discuss legal matters regarding 2023 state legislation. Following an executive session, the board voted to engage outside legal counsel for litigation involving SB303.
- Approved agenda as presented (3-0)
- Entered executive session to discuss legal matters and 2023 state legislation (3-0)
- Approved engagement of outside counsel for litigation involving SB303 (3-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will conduct quasi-judicial public hearings to review several rezone and special use requests. The body will determine decisions based on adopted regulation standards and evidence presented during the hearings.
- Old Sawmill Ranch Rezone (case RZ-22-0032)
- Silver J Ranch Rezone (case RZ-22-18334)
- Casey Jones Park Rezone (case RZ-22-18818)
- Casey Jones Park SUR (case SU-22-18819)
The Planning Commission approved three rezoning requests and a special use permit for upgrades to Casey Jones Park. All motions passed with 7-0 votes. The decisions are subject to final Board of County Commissioners approval and specific recording conditions.
- Approved Old Sawmill Ranch Rezone RZ-22-0032 (7-0)
- Approved Silver J Ranch Rezone RZ-22-18334 (7-0)
- Approved Casey Jones Park Rezone RZ-22-18818 (7-0)
- Approved Casey Jones Park Special Use By Review SU-22-18819 for park upgrades (7-0)
- Approved January 24, 2023, meeting minutes (7-0)
- Approved February 7, 2023, meeting minutes (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
County Commission
The Board of County Commissioners will conduct public hearings for two special event permits and one land use case. The board will also consider liquor license renewals and a proclamation for Economic Development Week.
- Land use hearing for Prairie Ridge Buffalo Ranch Special Use by Review (case SU-19-0089)
- Public hearing for Elizabeth Rodeo Association Special Event Permit
- Public hearing for Elizabeth Area Chamber Special Event Permit
- Liquor license renewal for HI-TEST Liquor LTD
- Liquor license renewal for The Naked Goat
The Board of County Commissioners approved a supplemental appropriation for the 2022 budget and granted special event permits for alcohol sales. The board also approved a special use review for agritourism at Prairie Ridge Buffalo Ranch. Additionally, the board adopted a proclamation for Economic Development Week.
- Approved Supplemental Appropriation to the 2022 Budget (3-0)
- Approved Elizabeth Rodeo Association Special Event Permit for alcohol sales (3-0)
- Approved Elizabeth Area Chamber Special Event Permit for alcohol sales (3-0)
- Approved Prairie Ridge Buffalo Ranch Special Use by Review SU-19-0089 for agritourism (3-0)
- Adopted Proclamation recognizing Economic Development Week (3-0)
- Approved liquor license renewals for HI-TEST Liquor LTD and The Naked Goat (3-0)
- Approved April 26, 2023 Minutes (2-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
County Commission
The Board of County Commissioners will discuss a request for proposal for the County Master Water Plan and a presentation from the Baby Bear Hugs Organization. The board will also consider several resolutions and policy amendments.
- Resolution setting fees for Elbert County Sheriff's Office service of process
- Request for Proposal (RFP) for County Master Water Plan
- Early payoff of Foxwood Estates Bond
- Amendment to the Human Resources Policy
- Quarterly Board of Health Report
The Board of County Commissioners approved the early payoff of the Foxwood Estates Bond to save taxpayers $56,000. The board also approved a resolution for Sheriff's Office service of process fees and an amendment to the Human Resources policy.
- Approved early payoff of Foxwood Estates Bond (2-0)
- Approved Resolution Setting Fees Charged by the Elbert County Sheriff's Office Relating to the Service of Process (2-0)
- Approved amendment to the Human Resources Policy (2-0)
- Adopted proclamation recognizing Meat In Day (2-0)
- Adopted proclamation for National Day of Prayer (2-0)
- Adopted proclamation recognizing Small Business Week (2-0)
- Approved April 12, 2023 Minutes (2-0)
- Approved Consent Agenda (2-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
General
The Planning Commission is holding a work study session to discuss a Request for Proposal (RFP) for a county-wide Water Master Plan project for 2023. No applications will be discussed and no decisions will be made during this meeting.
- Discussion of Request for Proposal (RFP) for County wide Water Master Plan project
County Commission
The Board of County Commissioners will decide on a new liquor license for The Patch and a site plan for Kelty Harbison. The board will also discuss a Small Business Development Center and sheriff fee reimbursements.
- Public hearing for new liquor license for The Patch in Elizabeth
- Land use hearing for Kelty Harbison EDZ Site Plan EZS-22-0037
- Discussion regarding Resolution for Sheriff Fee Reimbursement
- Discussion regarding Small Business Development Center for Elbert County
- Ratification of Letter of Support for Town of Kiowa Transportation Alternatives Program Grant Application
The Board of County Commissioners approved a site plan for equipment repair and storage for Kelty Construction and Harbison Equipment. The board also adopted proclamations for Child Abuse Prevention Month and National Volunteer Week. A public hearing for a new liquor license for The Patch in Elizabeth was continued to May 24th.
- Approved Kelty Construction and Harbison Equipment EDZ Site Plan EZS-22-0037 (3-0)
- Approved Consent Agenda including vouchers and CDS Mylars (3-0)
- Adopted Proclamation for Child Abuse Prevention Month (3-0)
- Approved Proclamation for National Volunteer Week - April 2023 (3-0)
- Continued public hearing for The Patch in Elizabeth liquor license to May 24th (2-0)
- Approved March 22, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
General
The Board of County Commissioners is holding a work study session to discuss the Request for Proposals (RFP) for the County Water Master Plan. No decisions will be made during this meeting.
- Discussion of RFP for the County Water Master Plan
County Commission
The Board of County Commissioners will consider the Office of Emergency Management Hazard Mitigation Plan. The board will also decide on authorizing a parcel conveyance to the Rattlesnake Fire Protection District.
- Approval of Office of Emergency Management Hazard Mitigation Plan
- Parcel conveyance to Rattlesnake Fire Protection District
- Ratification of opposition letters for House Bills regarding guns
- Ratification of attorney letter to Xcel
The Board of County Commissioners approved the Office of Emergency Management Hazard Mitigation Plan and authorized the transfer of a land parcel to the Rattlesnake Fire Protection District. The board also ratified opposition letters regarding gun-related House Bills and a letter to Xcel. A proposal to pay off Foxwood Ranches and Foxwood Estates Bonds was scheduled for the June 11th meeting.
- Approved Office of Emergency Management Hazard Mitigation Plan (3-0)
- Authorized County Manager to transfer parcel to Rattlesnake Fire Protection District (3-0)
- Ratified opposition letters for House Bills regarding guns (3-0)
- Ratified attorney letter to Xcel (3-0)
- Approved March 8, 9, and 13, 2023 minutes (3-0)
- Approved Consent Agenda and Agenda as presented (3-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
General
The Planning Commission is holding a work study session to discuss potential code changes. No current or pending applications will be discussed, and no decisions will be made during this meeting.
- Discussion of potential code changes
General
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a final hearing to deliberate and decide on land use applications. The meeting focuses on the approval of service plans for the Independence 3 Metro District.
- Decision on 3 new and 3 amended Independence 3 Metro District Service Plans
The Board of County Commissioners approved six new and amended metropolitan districts and service plans for Independence 3. The decision followed a public hearing where notice requirements and 1041 regulations were discussed.
- Approved Independence 3 New and 3 Amended Metropolitan Districts and Service Plans SR-22-0046, SR-22-0047, SR-22-0049, SR-22-0050, SR-22-0051 and SR-22-0052 (3-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
General
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a land use hearing regarding the Independence 3 New and 3 Amended Metropolitan Districts and Service Plans. The meeting also includes standard procedural items and an opportunity for citizen public comment.
- Land use hearing for Independence 3 New and 3 Amended Metropolitan Districts and Service Plans
The Board of County Commissioners opened a public hearing regarding the creation of three new and the amendment of three existing metropolitan districts and service plans for Independence. After receiving public comment, the Board voted to continue the matter to a future date.
- Opened public hearing for Independence 3 New and 3 Amended Metropolitan Districts and Service Plans (3-0)
- Continued Independence metro district hearing to March 13th at 1:00 PM (3-0)
- Closed public hearing for Independence 3 New and 3 Amended Metropolitan Districts and Service Plans (3-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
County Commission
The Board of County Commissioners will decide on the 2023 Employee Compensation Plan and 2024 Budget Goals. The board will also hold hearings regarding metropolitan districts and PUD amendments for Independence and Bandera projects.
- Adoption of 2023 Employee Compensation Plan
- Adoption of 2024 Budget Goals
- Public hearing on Independence 3 New and Amended Metropolitan Districts and Service Plans
- Land use hearing for Bandera East PUD and Bandera West PUD Amendment to independence PUD
- Discussion on Draft Resolution in Opposition to HB23-1165 Bans on Private Shooting
The Board approved an amendment to the Independence PUD to combine Bandera East and West PUDs, adding 480 homes and commercial zones. The Board also approved a resolution opposing HB23-1165 regarding bans on private shooting and a GOCO grant application for parks and trails. A public hearing for new and amended metropolitan districts was continued to March 9th.
- Approved Bandera East PUD and Bandera West PUD Amendment to Independence PUD (3-0)
- Approved Resolution in Opposition to HB23-1165, Bans on Private Shooting (3-0)
- Approved Resolution in Support of Great Outdoors Colorado (GOCO) Grant Application for $40,000 (3-0)
- Approved 2023 Employee Compensation Plan (3-0)
- Adopted 2024 Budget Goals (3-0)
- Approved February 22, 2023 Minutes (3-0)
- Continued Independence 3 New and 3 Amended Metropolitan Districts hearing to March 9th (3-0)
- Approved Consent Agenda including CDS Mylars, Vouchers, and Pipeline Report (3-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
County Commission
The Board approved intergovernmental agreements with Lincoln County for child care assistance and an updated agreement for ambulance secure transportation. The Board also authorized the exploration of a high-value county property for public use and continued a land use hearing for the Prairie Ridge Buffalo Range.
- Approved Intergovernmental Agreement with Lincoln County for child care assistance (3-0)
- Approved updated Intergovernmental Agreement for Ambulance Secure Transportation Licensing and Inspection (3-0)
- Approved Consent Agenda including Walmart beer and wine license modification and HHS policies (3-0)
- Approved February 8, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
- Continued Prairie Ridge Buffalo Range Special Use Review SU-19-0089 to May 10, 2023 (3-0)
- Authorized Community and Economic Development Director to explore public use of a 150-acre county property
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
General
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a work study session featuring a presentation by Todd Leopold regarding DOLA Local Improvements Districts. No decisions will be made during this meeting.
- DOLA presentation on Local Improvements Districts by Todd Leopold
County Commission
The Board of County Commissioners will consider appointments for the Library Board and Chief Budget Officer. The meeting includes discussions on the 2022 Economic Development Annual Report and 2023 budget goals. Land use hearings are scheduled for the afternoon regarding specific ranch and district filings.
- Land use hearing for Spring Valley Ranch Filing No. 9
- Independence Amend 3 Metropolitan Districts and creation of 3 new districts
- Simla Annexation Impact Report Waiver Request (Big Sandy Estates Addition)
- Appointment of Shawn Fletcher as Chief Budget Officer
- Liquor License Renewal for South 40 Bar & Grill
The Board approved the 2021 final audit of county finances and appointed Shawn Fletcher as Chief Budget Officer. Land use actions included the approval of Spring Valley Ranch #9 and a waiver for the Simla Annexation Impact Report. The board also ratified several grants and liquor license renewals via the consent agenda.
- Accepted 2021 Final Audit Report (3-0)
- Approved Spring Valley Ranch #9 (2-0)
- Approved waiver for Simla Annexation Impact Report (3-0)
- Appointed Shawn Fletcher as Chief Budget Officer (3-0)
- Approved Library Board Member Nomination (3-0)
- Approved resolution appointing referee for 2023 County Board of Equalization (3-0)
- Authorized County Clerk to enter into IGAs and MOUs for 2023 elections and grants (3-0)
- Approved consent agenda including South 40 Bar & Grill liquor license renewal (3-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission approved the Prairie Ridge Buffalo Ranch Special Use by Review (case SU-19-0089) with four conditions. One new condition requires the Community and Development Services Department to assist the applicant with the Division of Water Resources regarding water issues.
- Approved Prairie Ridge Buffalo Ranch Special Use by Review (case SU-19-0089) (6-0)
County Commission
The Board of County Commissioners will discuss building permit fees, the 2021 final audit, and 2024 budget goals. The board will also consider resolutions regarding crime prosecution costs and election agreements. A land use hearing is scheduled for Spring Valley Ranch Filing No. 9.
- Discussion on Resolution regarding Building Permit Fees
- Discussion on 2024 Elbert County Commissioner Budget Goals
- Resolution Certifying Costs of Prosecuting Crimes
- Resolution Authorizing County Clerk to Enter into IGA's and MOU's for the 2023 Elections
- Land use hearing for Spring Valley Ranch Filing No. 9
The Board approved resolutions for building permit fees, crime prosecution costs, and election authority. They also approved a multi-county agreement for ambulance secure transportation and the 2022 HUTF inventory. Several land use hearings were continued to future dates.
- Approved Resolution regarding Building Permit Fees (2-0)
- Approved Second Amended and Restated Intergovernmental Agreement for Ambulance Secure Transportation Licensing and Inspection (2-0)
- Approved Resolution Certifying Costs of Prosecuting Crimes (2-0)
- Approved Resolution Authorizing County Clerk to enter into IGA's and MOU's for 2023 Elections (2-0)
- Approved Elbert County 2022 HUTF Inventory (2-0)
- Continued Bandera East and West PUD hearings to March 8, 2023 (2-0)
- Continued Independence 3 Metropolitan Districts hearings to March 8, 2023 (2-0)
- Continued Spring Valley Ranch Filing 9 hearing to February 8, 2023 (2-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
General
The Planning Commission will hold continued public hearings regarding amendments to planned unit developments and metropolitan districts. The body will review evidence and apply regulation standards to make decisions on these matters.
- Continuation of Bandera East PUD and Bandera West PUD Amendment to Independence PUD
- Continuation of Independence 3 New and 3 Amended Metropolitan Districts and Service Plans
The Planning Commission approved an amendment to the Independence PUD with six specific conditions regarding road improvements and recordation. The commission also approved the creation of three new and the amendment of three existing metropolitan districts and service plans.
- Approved January 3, 2023 meeting minutes (8-0)
- Approved Bandera East PUD and Bandera West PUD Amendment to Independence PUD (PA-22-0036) with six staff recommended conditions (6-0)
- Approved Independence 3 New and 3 Amended Metropolitan Districts and Service Plans (8-0)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission meeting consists of procedural items and public hearings. All scheduled public hearings and the approval of previous minutes have been continued to January 24, 2023.
- Approval of January 3, 2023 minutes continued to January 24, 2023
- Bandera East PUD and Bandera West PUD Amendment to Independence PUD continued to January 24, 2023
- Independence 3 New and 3 Amended Metropolitan Districts and Service Plans continued to January 24, 2023
County Commission
The Board of County Commissioners will hold an executive session to discuss finalists for the County Manager position. The meeting also includes an organizational session for 2023 appointments and reappointments.
- Executive session to consider employment of a County Manager
- Proposed ordinance and resolution regarding contractor licensing
- Agate School District subdivision fee waiver
- Cancellation of taxes
- 2023 Organizational Meeting for appointments and reappointments
The Board authorized the Commissioner Chair to enter into an agreement with Shawn Fletcher for the County Manager position. The board also approved a contractor licensing ordinance and the cancellation of $25,515.26 in taxes.
- Authorized agreement with Shawn Fletcher for County Manager position (3-0)
- Approved cancellation of $25,515.26 in taxes (3-0)
- Approved Ordinance and Resolution regarding Contractor Licensing and Fees (3-0)
- Approved $800 subdivision fee waiver for Agate School District (3-0)
- Approved Resolution for 2023 Appointments and Reappointments (3-0)
- Approved December 14, 2022 Minutes (2-0, 1 abstain)
- Approved December 21, 2022 Minutes (2-0, 1 abstain)
- Approved Consent Agenda including 2023 Merit System Certification (3-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
General
The Board of County Commissioners is holding a regular meeting to provide a public notice regarding the County Manager finalist. The agenda includes standard procedures for citizen public comment and land use hearings.
- Public Notice Regarding County Manager Finalist
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will conduct a quasi-judicial public hearing regarding Spring Valley Ranch Filing No. 9. The body will also elect officers and approve minutes from the December 6, 2022 meeting.
- Public hearing: Spring Valley Ranch Filing No. 9
- Election of officers