Elbert County public meetings in 2024
65 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
General
The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners will hold a special meeting to conduct a public hearing on 2024 Budget Supplemental Appropriations. The meeting agenda includes standard procedural items such as roll call and agenda approval.
- Public Hearing - 2024 Budget Supplemental Appropriations
The Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved supplemental appropriations totaling about $1,905,333 across four funds for 2024, including $400,000 for SWAT gear, $555,333 for Road and Bridge operations, and $950,000 for fairground projects. Finance Director Tiffany Hermes confirmed the increases would not impact the 2025 budget. The meeting was a special session with no public comment.
- Approved $400,000 General Fund increase for SWAT gear (3-0)
- Approved $555,333 Road and Bridge fund increase for operations and contracts (3-0)
- Approved $530,000 Growth and Development fund increase for fairground projects (3-0)
- Approved $420,000 Conservation Trust fund increase for fairground projects (3-0)
County Commission
The Board of County Commissioners will consider the adoption of the 2025 budget and mill levies, along with several intergovernmental agreements and inmate health care contracts. The meeting also includes a land use hearing for a Christmas event.
- Approval of Elbert County 2025 Budget Resolution
- Certification of 2025 Elbert County Mill Levies
- Approval of IGA for County Line Road O&M
- Approval of Wellpath Inmate Health Care Services Agreement
- Land Use Hearing for Christmas in the Stix
The Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved the 2025 budget resolution, the 2025 mill levies (including Sun Country), and a land use permit for a Christmas light attraction. They also adopted 10 regulation changes. All votes were 3-0.
- Approved 2025 Budget Resolution (3-0)
- Certified 2025 Elbert County and Sun Country mill levies (3-0)
- Approved Christmas in the Stix special use permit with modified conditions (3-0)
- Adopted Regulation Update changes 1-10 with minor changes (3-0)
- Approved consent agenda including IGAs and inmate health care agreement (3-0)
Planning Commission
The Elbert County Planning Commission will convene to review a public hearing regarding an amendment to the Independence Planned Unit Development (PUD). The meeting will include a review of meeting minutes and a work session.
- Approval of November 12, 2024 meeting minutes
- Public Hearing: Independence PUD Amendment 4 (PD-2024-7520)
- Work session to follow public hearings
The Elbert County Planning Commission held a public hearing and voted 6-0 to recommend approval of Independence PUD Amendment No. 4 (Case PD-2024-7520) to the Board of County Commissioners. The amendment modifies lot width ranges to specific minimum widths and adds a note about alternate single-family side yard setbacks. The recommendation is subject to three conditions of approval from the staff report. No public testimony was given.
- Recommended approval of Independence PUD Amendment No. 4 (PD-2024-7520) to BOCC (6-0)
- Approved November 12, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)
- Adjourned meeting (6-0)
County Commission
The Board of County Commissioners will consider the 2025 Elbert County Budget and discuss several intergovernmental agreements regarding road maintenance. The meeting includes discussions on fire protection fees, open space options, and inmate health care services.
- Approval of the 2025 Elbert County Budget
- Land use hearings for Genesis RV and Boat Storage and Ingalls Rezone
- Discussion on Third Amended and Restated Agreement for Inmate Health Care Services - Wellpath
- IGA for Operations and Maintenance Plan of a portion of County Line Road
- IGA for traffic control infrastructure at CR 194 and Delbert Road intersection
The Board approved the 2025 Elbert County Budget, accepted Augusta Loop as a county road for maintenance, and approved two land-use applications: a storage facility and a rezoning. Several discussion items, including the Water Master Plan and intergovernmental agreements, were deferred to the next meeting.
- Approved 2025 Elbert County Budget (3-0)
- Accepted Augusta Loop for full county road maintenance (3-0)
- Approved Genesis RV and Boat Storage with added conditions (3-0)
- Approved Ingalls Rezone from Agriculture to Agriculture Residential (3-0)
- Approved consent agenda (3-0)
- Approved minutes from October and November meetings (3-0)
General
The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners will meet on December 10, 2024 at 2:00 PM. The agenda includes a discussion and decision on accepting Spring Valley Ranch Roads. The meeting is open to the public.
- Discussion and decision on acceptance of Spring Valley Ranch Roads
Planning Commission
The Elbert County Planning Commission will conduct public hearings on two applications: the Ingalls rezoning (RZ-2024-2599) and the Christmas in the Stix special use request (SUR-2024-2522). The hearings will follow a quasi‑judicial process with staff and applicant presentations, public testimony, and a board vote. The agenda also includes approval of the October 15, 2024 meeting minutes and discussion of staff reports and consent agenda items.
- Public hearing on Ingalls Rezone RZ-2024-2599
- Public hearing on Christmas in the Stix SUR-2024-2522
- Approval of October 15, 2024 Planning Commission meeting minutes
- Consent agenda items (non‑controversial items)
- Staff report on Board of County Commissioners actions
General
The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners will convene an executive session to receive legal advice on litigation pending in Elbert County District Court. The discussion concerns the case between the Board and the Elbert County Sheriff’s Office (case no. 2024CV30091). No formal action will be taken during the executive session; any motions will be addressed after the session in the public portion of the meeting.
- Executive session to discuss legal strategy for case 2024CV30091 (Board vs. Sheriff’s Office)
General
The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners will hold an executive session to discuss potential purchase, acquisition, lease, transfer, or sale of property, as required by Colorado law. After the executive session, the board will consider any related actions in the public portion of the meeting. The agenda also schedules land‑use hearings, where staff and applicants will present applications and the board will take public input before making decisions.
- Executive session notice to discuss purchase, acquisition, lease, transfer, or sale of property
- Discussion and possible action on items related to the executive session
- Land Use Hearings scheduled for 1:00 pm, including staff presentation, applicant presentation, public input, and BOCC decision
County Commission
The Board of County Commissioners will consider updates to the 2019 Construction Standards & Specifications for 2025. The board will also hold land use hearings for several rezoning and special use requests. Other business includes a subdivision agreement for Spring Valley Ranch Filing 10.
- Land use hearings for Heartland Pines Wedding and Events (SUR-2024-1802) and Tailwind Crossing Rezone (RZ-2023-6236)
- Land use hearings for Triple Acres Rezone (RZ-2023-33442) and Industrial Tower West - Simla (VAR-2024-28526, SUR-2024-28526)
- Discussion on updating Elbert County Construction Standards & Specifications for 2025
- Possible action on the Second Amendment to Subdivision Improvement Agreement for Spring Valley Ranch Filing 10
- Hearing for EC East Metropolitan Districts and Service Plans
General
The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners will conduct a public hearing on the draft budget for fiscal year 2025. The hearing allows citizens to comment on the proposed budget before any board action is taken. The meeting also includes routine items such as call to order, agenda approval, and adjournment.
- Public hearing – 2025 Draft Budget
Planning Commission
The Elbert County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to re‑notice the Ingalls rezoning application identified as RZ‑2024‑2599. The agenda also includes a public hearing on the Elbert County Water Master Plan, a staff report on actions taken by the Board of County Commissioners, and approval of the October 1, 2024 meeting minutes. Consent agenda items are listed as non‑controversial and will be considered without discussion.
- Ingalls Rezone RZ‑2024‑2599 – re‑notice for public hearing (date/time TBD)
- Elbert County Water Master Plan – public hearing
- Staff report on Board of County Commissioners actions
- Approval of October 1, 2024 meeting minutes
- Consent agenda items (non‑controversial) slated for automatic approval
General
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a special meeting to receive 2025 budget presentations from each county department. No decisions or votes are scheduled for this meeting. Public comment will not be permitted. The meeting is open for public observation.
- 2025 budget presentations from each county department (informational only)
General
The board will hold a land-use hearing for the EC East Planned Unit Development and for the EC East Preliminary Plat. Staff will present the applications and the Planning Commission’s recommendation, followed by applicant and public comments, then the board will discuss and vote. The hearing is scheduled for 1:00 pm after any earlier agenda items.
- EC East – Planned Unit Development (PUD) land-use hearing
- EC East – Preliminary Plat land-use hearing
County Commission
The Elbert County Board of Commissioners will discuss the 2025 draft budget and the Town of Elbert drainage issue. The board will also vote on a contract for Clear Ballot voting systems and consider a development guide agreement amendment.
- Approval of Clear Ballot Voting Systems Contract
- Discussion on 2025 Draft Budget
- Discussion on Town of Elbert Drainage Issue
- Consideration of 3rd Amendment to Wild Pointe Development Guide Agreement
- Space-X Special Use by Review hearing
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will conduct quasi-judicial public hearings to find facts and make decisions based on adopted regulation standards. The body will review specific use and rezoning applications and discuss updates to regulations.
- Heartland Pines Wedding and Events SUR-2024-1802
- Tailwind Crossing Rezone RZ-2023-6236
- Industrial Tower West - Simla - SUR-2024-28526
- Triple Acres Rezone - RZ-2023-33442
- Regulations Update
County Commission
The Board of County Commissioners will conduct land use hearings regarding two rezoning requests. The meeting also includes discussions on voting equipment and the approval of executive contracts for the County Manager and County Attorney.
- Moorstead PUD Rezoning hearing
- Hillside Estates Rezone RZ-2024-5010 hearing
- Discussion on Clear Ballot Voting Equipment Contract
- Public hearing for Elbert County Sheriff's Foundation Special Event Liquor Permit
- Approval of Spring Valley Metro District 1 Roads for Full Acceptance
General
The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners will conduct an executive session to confer with legal counsel about pending or imminent court disputes and confidential matters. After the executive session, the board will discuss and may take action on any items raised. The meeting also includes the standard public comment period and a scheduled land‑use hearing at 1:00 p.m. if agenda items are completed earlier.
- Executive session to discuss legal matters with attorney under C.R.S. 24‑6‑402(4)(b) and (e)
- Discussion and possible action on items raised in the executive session
- Public comment period for citizens (up to three minutes per speaker)
- Scheduled land‑use hearing at 1:00 p.m. following agenda items
Planning Commission
The Elbert County Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing using its quasi‑judicial process. The hearing will consider a special‑use request from Space‑X (SUR‑2023‑28773), a rezoning application for Hillside Estates (RZ‑2024‑5010), and the final plat for the Elora development. After staff and applicant presentations and public testimony, the commission will vote on each item. The agenda also includes routine approvals of recent meeting minutes and standard procedural items.
- Space‑X special‑use request (SUR‑2023‑28773) – public hearing
- Hillside Estates rezoning (RZ‑2024‑5010) – public hearing
- Elora final plat – public hearing
- Approval of August 20, 2024 meeting minutes
- Approval of August 22, 2024 meeting minutes
General
The Board of County Commissioners will meet to conduct an executive session with the County attorney. The session will focus on legal advice and strategy regarding the Duvall vs. Elbert County litigation pending in Elbert County District Court.
- Executive session regarding Duvall vs. Elbert County litigation
County Commission
The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners will vote on a road use agreement for Hytek RV & Boat Storage. The meeting also includes consent agenda items such as a mineral lease extension with Lone Tree Partners and an engagement letter for legal services from Berg Hill Greenleaf Ruscitti, LLP. Discussion items cover a clear ballot voting equipment contract and a draft 2023 audit. Land‑use hearings will follow the regular agenda at 1:00 p.m.
- Ratification of Mineral Lease Extension with Lone Tree Partners
- Approval of Engagement Letter for Legal Services by Berg Hill Greenleaf Ruscitti, LLP
- Discussion on Clear Ballot Voting Equipment Contract
- Presentation and Discussion on Draft 2023 Audit
- Consideration of Approval of Road Use Agreement for Hytek RV & Boat Storage
General
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a work study session to hear budget presentations from each department. No decisions or public comments will be taken during this all-day event.
- 2025 Budget Presentations from each department
- Work study session for the Board of County Commissioners
- No decisions or public comment will be heard
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will conduct a quasi‑judicial public hearing to consider the rezoning of the Hillside Estates area. The agenda also includes a staff report on actions by the Board of County Commissioners, a consent agenda for non‑controversial items, and a period for citizen comments.
- Public hearing process and procedural guidelines
- Hillside Estates rezoning public hearing
- Staff report on Board of County Commissioners actions
- Consent agenda items (non‑controversial)
- Citizen comments
The Elbert County Planning Commission meeting on September 17, 2024, was adjourned because a quorum was not present. All agenda items, including the Hillside Estates Rezone, were automatically continued to the next regular meeting on October 1, 2024. No substantive decisions were made.
- Adjourned meeting due to lack of quorum (4-0)
- Continued all agenda items to October 1, 2024, meeting
County Commission
The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing to decide on a special event liquor permit for the Elizabeth Area Chamber. The board will also discuss a mineral lease extension with Lone Tree Energy Partners, a policy for executive contracts, and a contract for clear ballot voting equipment. Additional action items include approval of minutes from August meetings and a quit claim deed for CR 150. Land use hearings are scheduled for 1:00 p.m., including a special use permit for Daryana's Backyard (SUR-2024-4167).
- Public Hearing – Special Event Liquor Permit for Elizabeth Area Chamber
- Discussion on Mineral Lease Extension with Lone Tree Energy Partners
- Discussion on Policy for Executive Contracts
- Discussion on Clear Ballot Voting Equipment Contract
- Land Use Hearing – Daryana's Backyard Special Use Permit (SUR-2024-4167)
The Board approved a Special Use by Review permit for a dog boarding/kenneling business (Daryana's Backyard) and a permit for a 195-foot wireless telecommunications tower (Industrial Tower West). Both approvals were unanimous with conditions. The board also approved a quit claim deed transferring County Road 150 to a private HOA, and set a hearing date for EC East Metro Districts.
- Approved Daryana's Backyard Special Use by Review Permit (SUR-2024-4167) with conditions (3-0)
- Approved Industrial Tower West Special Use by Review Permit (SUR-2024-2063) with conditions (3-0)
- Approved Quit Claim Deed for CR 150, transferring road to HOA (3-0)
- Approved Special Event Liquor Permit for Elizabeth Area Chamber (3-0)
- Set hearing date for EC East Metro Districts for October 9, 2024 at 1:00 PM (3-0)
- Approved August 14, 2024 minutes (2-0, Richardson abstained)
- Approved August 28, 2024 minutes (2-0, Schroeder abstained)
- Approved Consent Agenda including liquor license renewal for Murphy's Oil USA (3-0)
General
The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners will meet on September 4, 2024. An executive session will be held to confer with the County Attorney on privileged legal matters under C.R.S. 24-6-402(4)(b). No formal action will be taken during that session, and any subsequent action will occur in the public portion of the meeting. The agenda includes discussion of the executive‑session topic as a possible action item.
- Executive session to discuss privileged legal advice with the County Attorney (C.R.S. 24-6-402(4)(b))
- Discussion and possible action on the executive‑session item after the session
The Board of County Commissioners held a special meeting to discuss a letter alleging open-meetings law violations regarding contract extensions. No formal action was taken; commissioners agreed to have the county attorney contact the letter's attorney and draft a policy for future contract extensions to ensure transparency.
- Approved agenda as presented (3-0)
- Entered executive session for legal advice (3-0)
- Agreed to have County Attorney contact the letter's attorney
- Agreed to draft a policy for future contract extensions
Planning Commission
The Elbert County Planning Commission will meet to discuss and vote on a proposed rezoning for the Moorstead Planned Unit Development. The meeting includes a public hearing process and a work session.
- Public hearing on Moorstead PUD rezoning
- Approval of meeting minutes
- Work session
- Staff report on Board of County Commissioners actions
- Citizen comments
The Planning Commission voted 4-3 to recommend approval of the Moorstead Planned Unit Development (PUD) rezoning to the Board of County Commissioners. The project would rezone 1,100.3 acres from Agriculture to PUD for approximately 1,193 residential units and 950,000 square feet of commercial space. The recommendation includes three conditions of approval, including a water service plan requirement. A motion to continue the hearing was defeated 4-3.
- Recommended approval of Moorstead PUD rezoning (Case No. PD-2022-00039) to BOCC (4-3)
- Denied motion for continuance of the public hearing (4-3)
- Adjourned meeting (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
County Commission
The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners will consider several items, including a draft ballot language to extend term limits for the Assessor, Clerk, Surveyor, and Treasurer. Discussion items include a Spring Valley Ranch filing, a contract with Clear Ballot for an election voting system, and a quit‑claim deed for County Road 150. Action items also cover approval of the August 14 meeting minutes and a resolution certifying costs of prosecuting crimes.
- Discussion on approval of Spring Valley Ranch Filing 10 SIA
- Discussion on consideration of contract with Clear Ballot for election voting system
- Discussion on consideration of County Road 150 quit‑claim deed
- Approval of draft ballot language to extend term limits for Assessor, Clerk, Surveyor, and Treasurer
- Resolution certifying costs of prosecuting crimes
General
The Planning Commission is meeting to continue public hearings regarding the EC East project. The body will review the Planned Unit Development, Preliminary Plat, and Service Plans for Metropolitan Districts.
- Public hearing on EC East - Planned Unit Development (PUD)
- Public hearing on EC East - Preliminary Plat
- Public hearing on EC East - Service Plans for Metropolitan Districts
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Planning Commission
The commission will approve minutes from four prior meetings. It will conduct a public hearing process and consider several permit applications. Items include an industrial tower special use permit, a backyard special use permit, and multiple EC East development proposals.
- Industrial Tower West – Matheson – Special Use by Review Permit
- Daryana's Backyard – Special Use by Review Permit (SUR-2024-4167)
- EC East – Planned Unit Development (PUD)
- EC East – Preliminary Plat
- EC East – Service Plans for Metropolitan Districts
County Commission
The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners will consider a series of action items, including the selection of new voting‑system equipment, the ratification of vendor status removals for Sheriff Norton and Kenneth Cardwell, and approval of road maintenance resolutions for Independence Roads. Discussion items include the Spring Valley Ranch Filing 4 Phase 2 road acceptance. Land‑use hearings will be held at 1:00 p.m. on an industrial tower special‑use permit, an economic‑development zone plan, and the Phantom Creek preliminary plat.
- Ratify notice of removal of vendor status for Sheriff Norton (violation of harassment and racial discrimination policies)
- Ratify notice of termination of vendor status for Kenneth Cardwell (violation of harassment and racial discrimination policies)
- Consider approval of selection of voting system equipment
- Approval of resolution accepting full county maintenance of Independence Roads, Phases 3‑7
- Discussion on Spring Valley Ranch Filing 4 Phase 2 road acceptance
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a quasi‑judicial public hearing on a special‑use review permit for the Industrial Tower West project (Matheson). The commission will also consider and vote to approve the minutes from the June 4, June 18, and July 2, 2024 meetings. Additional non‑controversial items are placed on a consent agenda for automatic approval.
- Public hearing: Industrial Tower West – Matheson – Special Use Review Permit
- Approval of June 4, 2024 meeting minutes
- Approval of June 18, 2024 meeting minutes
- Approval of July 2, 2024 meeting minutes
- Consent agenda items (non‑controversial matters)
General
The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners will review the Hearing Officer's recommendations for the 2024 Board of Equalization tax appeals and the 2022 tax abatement. This item is listed as an Action Item requiring a board decision. The meeting also includes standard procedural items such as call to order, agenda approval, and adjournment.
- Consideration of Hearing Officer(s) recommendations for 2024 BOE Tax Appeals and 2022 Abatement
County Commission
The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners will approve routine reports and ratify intergovernmental agreements, discuss several possible resolutions—including county maintenance of Independence Roads and ambulance licensing—and hold land‑use hearings on service plans and a proposed RV & boat storage development. An action item will consider appointing a hearing officer for the Board of Equalization for 2024.
- Ratification of an IGA with Phillips County for Child Support
- Discussion and possible approval of a resolution for full county maintenance of Independence Roads, Filing 1, Phases 3‑7
- Discussion and possible approval of the Third Amendment and Restated IGA to Secure Transportation (Ambulance) Licensing and Inspection
- Land‑use hearing: Hytek RV & Boat Storage – Economic Development Zone Site Development Plan
- Consideration of a resolution to appoint a hearing officer(s) for the Board of Equalization for 2024
General
The Planning Commission is holding a work study session to discuss proposed regulation updates. No decisions will be made during this meeting.
- Discussion of Proposed Regulation Updates
County Commission
The Board of County Commissioners will review previous meeting minutes and an update resolution for appointments. The agenda also includes land use hearings regarding a rezoning request and a site development plan.
- Brewer Rezone RZ-2023-6305
- CR 166 Storage, LLC Economic Development Zone Site Development Plan
- Update Resolution for Appointments and Reappointments
Planning Commission
The Elbert County Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing regarding the Brewer Rezone RZ-2023-6305. The meeting also includes staff reports on Board of County Commissioners actions and the approval of meeting minutes.
- Public hearing for Brewer Rezone RZ-2023-6305
- Staff report on Board of County Commissioners actions
- Approval of meeting minutes
General
The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding a special event liquor permit for the Elbert Town Committee. The agenda also includes standard procedures such as roll call and approval of the agenda.
- Public Hearing: Special Event Liquor Permit for the Elbert Town Committee
County Commission
The Elbert County Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings for the Jerrold and Ridgewood Estates rezonings. The agenda also includes a public hearing for the Elizabeth Celtic Festival special event permit. Additionally, the board will review road reimbursement agreements and land use regulation updates.
- Public hearing for Elizabeth Celtic Festival special event permit
- Jerrold Rezone land use hearing
- Ridgewood Estates Rezone land use hearing
- Ratification of County Road 158 reimbursement agreement
- Hearing date assignment for Spring Valley Ranch Metro Districts 5 and 7
Planning Commission
The Elbert County Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding the Jerrold Rezone and service plans for Spring Valley Ranch Metropolitan District No. 5 and No. 7. The agenda also includes a staff report on Board of County Commissioners actions and approval of May 21, 2024 meeting minutes.
- Jerrold Rezone public hearing
- Spring Valley Ranch Metropolitan District No. 5 Amended and Restated Service Plan
- Spring Valley Ranch Metropolitan District No. 7 Service Plan
- Approval of May 21, 2024 meeting minutes
General
The Board of County Commissioners will review a concept brief regarding the proposed Coyote Ridge development. The project includes 253 acres of residential, retail, and recreational space. No decisions will be made during this session.
- Concept brief for Coyote Ridge development
- Proposed 253-acre mixed-use project
- Plan for 259 residential lots and 40% open space
County Commission
The Elbert County Board of Commissioners will discuss a ballot question on term limits and a presentation on ranked choice voting. The board will also consider an ordinance regarding carrying rights in sensitive spaces and a liquor license transfer. Land use hearings are scheduled for the afternoon.
- Liquor License Transfer for Elizabeth Restaurant, LLC dba Spring Valley Golf Club
- Ordinance regarding right to carry in sensitive spaces per SB 24-131
- Presentation on Rank Choice Voting by Clerk and Recorder Rhonda Braun
- Alpine Ready-Mix Economic Development Zone Site Development Plan hearing
- CR 166 Storage, LLC Economic Development Zone Site Development Plan hearing
Planning Commission
The Elbert County Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing regarding the Ridgewood Estates rezone. The agenda also includes approval of May 7, 2024, meeting minutes and a staff report on Board of County Commissioners actions.
- Ridgewood Estates Rezone public hearing
- Approval of May 7, 2024, meeting minutes
- Staff report on Board of County Commissioners actions
County Commission
The Board of County Commissioners will conduct a land use hearing for the Alpine Ready-Mix Economic Development Zone Site Development Plan. The board will also hold a first reading of an ordinance regarding the right to carry in sensitive spaces.
- Land use hearing: Alpine Ready-Mix Economic Development Zone Site Development Plan
- First reading of Ordinance to Protect the Right to Carry in Sensitive Spaces (SB 24-131)
- Discussion on Fleet Management Policy updates
- Discussion on Legislative Updates
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will meet to conduct a quasi-judicial public hearing regarding Innovative HVAC SUR. The body will also review and approve minutes from the April 16, 2024 meeting.
- Public hearing for Innovative HVAC SUR
General
The Board of County Commissioners will meet for a presentation from CTSI. No decisions will be made during this session.
- Presentation from CTSI regarding 5-year loss analysis & pool update
General
The Board of County Commissioners will meet for a presentation regarding a voting systems proposal from Dominion Voting Systems. The agenda states that no decisions will be made during this meeting.
- Voting Systems Proposal Presentation from Dominion Voting Systems
General
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a work study session to hear a presentation regarding a voting systems proposal from Clear Ballot. No decisions will be made during this meeting.
- Voting Systems Proposal Presentation from Clear Ballot
County Commission
The Board of County Commissioners will conduct public hearings for two preliminary plats and a special event liquor permit. The board will also discuss fleet management policy and engineering costs for the County Road 170 Bridge in Agate.
- Preliminary Plat hearings for Elora (PP-2023-2003) and Phantom Creek (P-2023-00040)
- Discussion of unforeseen engineering costs for County Road 170 Bridge in Agate
- Public hearing for Elizabeth Stampede Special Event Liquor Permit
- Resolution authorizing appropriation of funds
- Liquor license renewal for Hi-Test Liquors
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will conduct a quasi-judicial public hearing regarding the Jerrold Rezone. The body will review staff and applicant presentations and take public testimony to make a decision based on adopted regulation standards.
- Public hearing for Jerrold Rezone
County Commission
The Board of County Commissioners will discuss potential litigation regarding local law enforcement coordination with ICE and opposition to House Bill HB24-1460. Land use hearings are scheduled for 1:00 PM regarding the Kelly Air Park PUD amendment and the Alpine Ready-Mix Economic Development Zone site development plan.
- Liquor License Renewal for The Naked Goat
- Liquor License Renewal for Walmart
- Kelly Air Park PUD Amendment (Case number 2023-2465)
- Alpine Ready-Mix Economic Development Zone Site Development Plan
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will conduct quasi-judicial public hearings to review a preliminary plat and a PUD amendment. The body will also discuss regulation updates.
- Public hearing for Elora Preliminary Plat (Case Number PP-2023-2003)
- Public hearing for Kelly Air Park PUD Amendment (Case number 2023-2465)
- Public hearing regarding Regulation Updates
County Commission
The Board of County Commissioners will discuss 2023 flood damage reimbursements and a methadone treatment contract. The meeting includes a land use hearing for a specific economic development zone project.
- Land use hearing for Alpine Ready-Mix Economic Development Zone Site Development Plan
- Discussion on recovery and reimbursements of 2023 flood damage
- Discussion regarding methadone treatment contract
- Liquor license renewal for South 40 Bar and Grill
- Appointment of Pam Brewster to the Elbert County Weed Advisory Board
General
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a work study session to hear a presentation from GMT Exploration. The meeting is for informational purposes and no decisions will be made.
- Presentation by GMT Exploration regarding Oil and Gas Activity in Elbert County
County Commission
The Board of County Commissioners will discuss the Master Water Plan update, the 2023 audit, and a methadone treatment contract. The board will also consider appointments to the Library Board and Noxious Weed Advisory Board.
- Discussion regarding Master Water Plan Update
- Discussion regarding 2023 Audit update
- Discussion regarding Methadone Treatment Contract
- Ratification of Pamela Brewster to the Noxious Weed Advisory Board
- Consideration of the reappointment of Alan Krenek to the Library Board
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
County Commission
The Board of County Commissioners will consider the 2025 budget guidance, an updated finance policy, and library board appointments. The meeting also includes discussion items regarding deputy engagement for private security and a methadone treatment contract. Land use hearings for Phantom Creek are scheduled for 1:00 PM.
- BOCC Budget Guidance for 2025
- Updated Finance Policy
- Library Board Appointments
- Phantom Creek Rezone (P-2023-00039)
- Phantom Creek Preliminary Plat (P-2023-00040)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
General
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a work study session featuring a presentation by Timothy Gablehouse. The discussion focuses on Local Emergency Planning Commission (LEPC) expectations at the local government level. No decisions will be made during this meeting.
- Presentation on Local Emergency Planning Commission (LEPC) expectations by Timothy Gablehouse
General
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a work study session with Tim Craft. The discussion will focus on Development, Impact and Land Use Fees. No decisions will be made during this meeting.
- Discussion of Development, Impact and Land Use Fees with Tim Craft
County Commission
The Board of County Commissioners will discuss a methadone treatment contract and a proposed update to the Finance Policy. The meeting includes land use hearings for Barkin' Barn and CORE Electric Cooperative. The board will also consider the ratification of a WellPath Agreement.
- Land use hearing: Barkin' Barn SUR-23-3984
- Land use hearing: CORE Electric Cooperative - Minor 1041
- Land use hearing: CORE Electric Cooperative - Special Use by Review (SUR)
- Discussion regarding Methadone Treatment Contract
- Possible approval of the Updated Finance Policy
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will conduct quasi-judicial public hearings regarding the Phantom Creek project. The body will review a rezone request and a preliminary plat.
- Public hearing for Phantom Creek Rezone (P-2023-00039)
- Public hearing for Phantom Creek Preliminary Plat (P-2023-00040)
County Commission
The Board of County Commissioners will discuss contracts for building department support, methadone treatment, and the Sheriff's Office. The board will also review 2025 budget guidance and hold land use hearings.
- Discussion on contract services with SAFEBuilt for Building Department augmentation
- Discussion on BOCC Budget Guidance for 2025
- Possible approval of a resolution supporting Texas efforts to secure the border
- Board of Adjustment hearing for Scheller Major Variance (VA-2023-00042)
- Spring Valley Ranch Filing 10 Final Plat hearing
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will conduct public hearings regarding Barkin' Barn and two items related to CORE Electric Cooperative. The meeting includes a staff report on Board of County Commissioners actions and the approval of December 5, 2023 minutes.
- Public Hearing: Barkin' Barn (SUR-23-3984)
- Public Hearing: CORE Electric Cooperative - Minor 1041
- Public Hearing: CORE Electric Cooperative - Special Use by Review (SUR)
County Commission
The Board of County Commissioners will discuss the appropriation of funds for non-budgeted 2024 Fairgrounds projects and review updated finance, county attorney, and county manager policies. The meeting includes a land use hearing regarding service plans for the Elora (Sterling Crossing) metropolitan districts.
- Discussion on appropriation of funds for non-budgeted 2024 Fairgrounds projects
- Consideration of updated Finance, County Attorney, and County Manager policies
- 2023 cancelation of uncollectable tax assessments
- Resolution authorizing the Clerk and Recorder to sign IGAs and MOUs for the 2024 Election Year
- Land use hearing for Elora (Sterling Crossing) Amended and Restated Service Plans for Metropolitan Districts
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
General
The Board of County Commissioners will meet to consider the approval of mill levy certifications. This includes a specific resolution for the Foxwood Estates and Foxwood Ranches Public Improvement District.
- Certification of Taxing Authorities Mill Levies
- Resolution certifying Foxwood Estates and Foxwood Ranches Public Improvement District Mill Levy
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Elbert County Planning Commission will meet to conduct a quasi-judicial public hearing. The primary item for decision is the Spring Valley Ranch Filing 10 Final Plat.
- Public hearing for Spring Valley Ranch Filing 10 Final Plat
County Commission
The Board of County Commissioners will discuss organizational appointments and updates to the County Attorney and Finance policies. The board is deciding on contractor licensing fees for 2024 and an amended Wellpath Agreement. Land use hearings are scheduled for Charnobragan Acres Dog Breeding and EC West Service Plans.
- Resolution regarding Contractor Licensing Fees for 2024
- Amended and Restated Wellpath Agreement for 2024
- Organizational Appointments and Reappointments Resolution
- Charnobragan Acres Dog Breeding SUR land use hearing
- EC West Service Plans land use hearing
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
General
The Planning Commission is holding a work study session to review proposed minor regulation updates. No decisions will be made during this meeting.
- Review of proposed minor regulation updates