Gunnison County public meetings in 2022

Board of County Commissioners

The Gunnison County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting to set the mill levy, approve 2023 rate resolutions for water, sewer, and landfill services, and consider a variety of consent agenda items including contracts and grant applications. They will also hold a public hearing on a Community Development Block Grant application and discuss several other items.

• Set mill levy and certify taxing entities' mill levies
• Adopt 2023 rate resolutions for water, sewer, and landfill services (superseding Resolutions 22-4 through 22-11)
• Approve $879,270.50 amendment for Jviation to rehabilitate General Aviation Apron
• Approve $128,500 second amendment to Intergovernmental Agreement for Gunnison Valley Regional Housing Authority
• Approve $90,000 airport lease termination agreement with Mark W. Warren

The Board approved new 2023 fee schedules for water, sewer, and landfill services. They also authorized grant applications for the Whetstone and Mountain View housing projects and adopted policies for secure behavioral health transportation. Additionally, the Board certified the 2022 mill levy and approved several budget amendments.

• Approved 2023 rate resolutions for landfill, water, and sewer services (unanimous)
• Approved grant application for $10M for Whetstone housing infrastructure (unanimous)
• Approved grant application for up to $1.5M for Mountain View senior housing (unanimous)
• Certified 2022 mill levies to the County Assessor (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-56 regarding security transportation services (unanimous)
• Approved $90,000 Airport Lease Termination Agreement with Mark W. Warren (unanimous)
• Approved Region 10 Community Development Block Grant application (unanimous)
• Approved $11,000 grant from discretionary funds to the GV Heat Program (unanimous)

Gunnison-Hinsdale Board of Human Services

The Gunnison/Hinsdale Board of Human Services will meet to review a Memorandum of Understanding between Gunnison County and Prowers County for hotline calls for child welfare and adult protection services for 2023, and to review the financial report for the period ending October 31, 2022. The board will also discuss 2023 planning. The meeting is scheduled for 10:15-10:45 am.

• Memorandum of Understanding with Prowers County for hotline calls (child welfare and adult protection) from 1/01/2023 to 12/31/2023
• Financial report for period ending October 31, 2022
• 2023 Board of Human Services planning

The Board approved a Memorandum of Understanding with Prowers County to handle hotline calls for child welfare and adult protection services. Members also approved the financial report for the period ending October 31, 2022.

• Approved MOU with Prowers County for Child Welfare and Adult Protection hotline calls from 1/01/2023 to 12/31/2023 (unanimous)
• Approved Gunnison/Hinsdale DHS Financial Report for period ending October 31, 2022 (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a special meeting to adopt the 2023 budgets for Gunnison County, the Gunnison County Housing Authority, and the Gunnison River Valley Local Marketing District. The county budget adoption includes resolutions to appropriate revenues and set the mill levy and temporary tax credit mill levy for 2023. This is a formal action meeting where the board will vote on these items.

• Adoption of 2023 Gunnison County budget and revenue appropriations
• Resolution setting the 2023 mill levy for Gunnison County
• Resolution setting the 2023 temporary tax credit mill levy
• Adoption of 2023 Gunnison County Housing Authority budget
• Adoption of 2023 Gunnison River Valley Local Marketing District budget

STOR Committee

The STOR Committee will discuss and possibly act on a letter supporting the Thompson Divide Mineral Withdrawal, review findings from a stakeholder assessment, and continue strategic planning. The meeting includes updates on local stewardship projects and future agenda items.

• Possible action: submission of support letter to BLM regarding Thompson Divide Mineral Withdrawal
• Review of STOR Committee Stakeholder Assessment findings
• Strategic planning discussion based on 2020-2022 Strategic Plan
• Update on Gunnison Fund Lodging Letter
• Future agenda items: Stewardship Messaging Campaign, Innovative Finance for National Forests, Winter Trailhead Restrooms

Board of Equalization

The Gunnison County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2023 budget and consider moving the coroner to a full-time position. The consent agenda includes several contracts and grants, including a $6 million workforce housing project and a $50,000 substance abuse prevention grant. The Board of Equalization will ratify the chair's signature on the 2022 Abstract of Assessment.

• Public hearing on proposed 2023 Gunnison County budget
• Approval to move Gunnison County Coroner to full-time position
• Agreement with Fading West Construction for Sawtooth Workforce Housing Project ($6,039,908.46)
• Grant application to Daniel's Fund for Substance Abuse Prevention Project Choice Pass Program ($50,000)
• Two 1-lot subdivision approvals for Miracle Acres, 2880 County Road 3, Marble

The Board of County Commissioners approved a $6.0M agreement for the Sawtooth Workforce Housing Project and two 1-lot subdivisions in Marble. The Board also transitioned the County Coroner to a full-time position and appointed two alternate members to the Planning Commission.

• Approved $6,039,908.46 agreement with Fading West Construction, LLC for Sawtooth Workforce Housing Project
• Approved Miracle Acres Lot 1 Subdivision (LUC-22-00002) (3-0)
• Approved Miracle Acres Lot 2 Subdivision (LUC-19-00051) (3-0)
• Designated Gunnison County Coroner as a full-time position (3-0)
• Appointed Eric Phillips and Annie Beall as alternate members to the Planning Commission (3-0)
• Approved MOU with Roaring Fork Valley Wildfire Collaborative (3-0)
• Approved liquor licenses for 456 Entertainment LLC dba Tully’s and Harmels Operation LLC dba Harmels Ranch Resort
• Ratified chair's signature on the 2022 Abstract of Assessment

Board of County Commissioners

The Gunnison County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2023 budget and consider moving the coroner to a full-time position. They will also vote on two land use approvals for subdivisions in Marble, a memorandum of understanding with the Roaring Fork Valley Wildfire Collaborative, and several consent agenda items including a $6 million workforce housing agreement.

• Public hearing on proposed 2023 Gunnison County budget
• Approval to move Gunnison County Coroner to full-time position
• Two 1-lot subdivision approvals for Miracle Acres, 2880 County Road 3, Marble (LUC-22-00002, LUC-19-00051)
• Consent agenda: Fading West Construction agreement for Sawtooth Workforce Housing Project, $6,039,908.46
• Consent agenda: Fund transfer to West Region Wildfire Council, $50,524.66 (2021) and $65,369.07 (2022)

The Board of County Commissioners designated the County Coroner as a full-time position. The board also approved two land use subdivisions in Marble and a wildfire mitigation memorandum of understanding. A public hearing was held regarding the proposed 2023 budget.

• Moved Gunnison County Coroner to a full-time position (unanimous)
• Approved Miracle Acres Lot 1 Subdivision LUC-22-00002 (unanimous)
• Approved Miracle Acres Lot 2 Subdivision LUC-19-00051 (unanimous)
• Approved MOU with Roaring Fork Valley Wildfire Collaborative (unanimous)
• Appointed Eric Phillips and Annie Beall as alternate Planning Commission members (unanimous)
• Approved $6,039,908.46 agreement with Fading West Construction for Sawtooth Workforce Housing (unanimous)
• Approved liquor licenses for 456 Entertainment LLC dba Tully’s and Harmels Operation LLC dba Harmels Ranch Resort (unanimous)
• Ratified chair's signature on the 2022 Abstract of Assessment (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Gunnison County Planning Commission will hold work sessions on two development proposals: a 231-unit essential workforce housing project on 15.1 acres at 25315 Highway 135, and a six-lot subdivision on 3.42 acres along Colorado Highway 135. The meeting also includes approval of minutes and a public comment period.

• Whetstone Workforce Housing (LUC-22-00049): 231 units, majority deed-restricted per Essential Housing standards, at 25315 Highway 135
• Gregory Six Lot Subdivision (LUC-19-00013): 3.42 acres into six single-family lots, parcel 3701-250-00-108
• Public comment period for unscheduled items

Board of County Commissioners

The Gunnison County Board of Commissioners will hold a special meeting and work session on November 22, 2022. The work session will focus on the 2023 county budget, including the sheriff's office, capital projects, fees, and public works. The special meeting will handle routine financial reports and vouchers. The board will also interview three candidates for the Planning Commission.

• 2023 Gunnison County Budget review: staff proposed budget, sheriff's office, capital projects, fees, public works
• Planning Commission interviews: Eric Phillips, Annie Beall, Michael Hans
• November 2022 Accounts Payable Report
• September 2022 Purchase Card Report
• October 2022 Cash Transfer Report

The Board of County Commissioners approved the November 2022 accounts payable and October 2022 cash transfers. The board also accepted the Treasurer's Report. Discussion occurred regarding sales tax revenue trends in unincorporated areas.

• Accepted Treasurer’s Report
• Approved November 2022 vouchers in the amount of $6,344,969.11 (unanimous)
• Approved October 2022 cash transfers in the amount of $10,109,336.41 (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Gunnison County Planning Commission will hold a work session on the proposed Whetstone Workforce Housing development, which would build approximately 231 units on a 15.1-acre site at 25315 Highway 135. The commission will also consider approval of minutes and hear public comments. Two agenda items, the Gregory Six Lot Subdivision site visit and work session, have been postponed.

• Work session on Whetstone Workforce Housing (LUC-22-00049): 231 units, majority deed-restricted per Essential Housing standards
• Postponed: Gregory Six Lot Subdivision (LUC-19-00013) site visit and work session
• Public comment period for unscheduled items

Planning Commission

The Gunnison County Planning Commission will hold a work session on the proposed Whetstone Workforce Housing development, a 231-unit essential workforce housing project on 15.1 acres at 25315 Highway 135. The commission will also conduct a site visit and work session on the Gregory Six Lot Subdivision, a proposal to split 3.42 acres into six single-family lots on Colorado Highway 135. The meeting includes public comment time and approval of prior minutes.

• Whetstone Workforce Housing (LUC-22-00049): 231 units, majority deed-restricted per Essential Housing standards, at 25315 Highway 135
• Gregory Six Lot Subdivision (LUC-19-00013): 3.42 acres into six single-family lots, parcel 3701-250-00-108
• Unscheduled citizens comment period
• Approval of minutes
• Meeting held in person and via Zoom webinar

STOR Committee

The STOR Committee will hear presentations on wildlife data and recreation impacts, and on the Planning for Wildlife Tools model. They will also receive updates on trail planning and strategic planning, and discuss future agenda items. The meeting is largely informational and planning-focused.

• Presentation on Gunnison Wildlife Data & Recreation Impacts by Kevin Blecha (Colorado Parks & Wildlife)
• Presentation on Planning for Wildlife Tools by Cindy Williams (Envision Chaffee County)
• Update on Crested Butte to Crested Butte-South Multimodal Trail Planning
• Discussion of future agenda items including Mt Emmons Mineral Withdraw and Innovative Finance for National Forests
• Approval of October 2022 meeting minutes

Gunnison Basin Sage-grouse Strategic Committee

The Gunnison Basin Sage-grouse Strategic Committee will hold a regular meeting to discuss several items, including forming a subcommittee on cheatgrass treatment, next steps for carcass management, and updating the habitat prioritization tool. The meeting is open to the public and action may be taken on any item.

• Cheatgrass Treatment Potential Subcommittee Formation
• Carcass Management Next Steps
• Updating the Habitat Prioritization Tool

Board of County Commissioners

The Gunnison County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda covering multiple contracts and agreements, including a $294,317 construction contract for expanding the horse stall building at the fairgrounds. They will also hear the County Manager's report on the Sawtooth Phase I boundary line adjustment and consider a subdivision application for Pamela and Jay Jaynes. The meeting is open for public comment and action may be taken on any listed item.

• Approval of $294,317 trade contractor agreement with Christopher Klein Construction for horse stall building expansion at the fairgrounds
• Approval of $300,000 memorandum of agreement for senior transportation services with Gunnison Valley Hospital and Regional Transportation Authority
• Approval of $36,000 professional services agreement with Crested Butte State of Mind for mental health scholarship services
• Approval of $50,000 contractor agreement with Gunnison Valley Driver's Education for driver training program
• Subdivision application LUC-20-00037 for Pamela and Jay Jaynes

The Board of County Commissioners unanimously denied a subdivision application to maintain the highway corridor. They also approved a boundary line adjustment for the Sawtooth Phase I project and authorized several professional service agreements via the consent agenda.

• Denied Subdivision Application LUC-20-00037 (unanimous)
• Approved Sawtooth Phase I Boundary Line Adjustment Plat (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda including 12 items (unanimous)
• Approved $294,317 contract for Christopher Klein Construction for horse stall building expansion
• Approved $50,000 contract for Gunnison Valley Driver’s Education
• Approved $300,000 MOA for senior transportation services
• Approved Planning Commission applicant interviews for November 22nd
• Scheduled special budget adoption meeting for December 15th

Board of County Commissioners

The Gunnison County Board of County Commissioners is holding a work session to meet with residents of the Marble area. The agenda includes only this item, and no formal action can be taken during a work session.

• Work session with Marble area residents

Board of County Commissioners

The Gunnison County Board of Commissioners is holding a work session to review the 2023 county budget, covering all funds and specific departments including the coroner, juvenile services, contracts for services, employee benefits, veterans services, and the Marble Crystal River Chamber. This is a work session, so no formal action can be taken; the agenda notes that action may be taken at regular meetings, public hearings, and special meetings, but not work sessions.

• 2023 Gunnison County Budget: All Funds review
• Gunnison County Coroner budget review
• Juvenile Services budget review
• Contracts for Services budget review
• Employee Benefits, Veterans Services, and Marble Crystal River Chamber budget reviews

Planning Commission

The Gunnison County Planning Commission will hold a work session on the Whetstone Workforce Housing proposal (LUC-22-00049), a 15.1-acre site at 25315 Highway 135. The applicant proposes about 231 residential units, with more than 40% deed-restricted under Essential Housing standards based on Area Median Income limits. The meeting also includes routine items: call to order, minutes approval, and public comment.

• Work session on Whetstone Workforce Housing (LUC-22-00049): ~231 units on 15.1 acres at 25315 Highway 135
• More than 40% of units to be deed-restricted per Essential Housing standards with AMI-based limits
• Unit types may include apartments, townhomes, and live/work units
• Public comment period for unscheduled items

Board of County Commissioners

The Gunnison County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting on November 1, 2022, starting with a liquor licensing authority session to consider a renewal for Red Mountain Liquors. The main meeting includes a consent agenda with several items, such as a $440,000 grant for airport ramp design, a $50,000 tobacco prevention grant, a $39,000 contract for manhole coating, and a $20,000 grant application for early childhood and multicultural programs. Commissioners will also discuss the Crested Butte RV dump station and review the draft 2023 meeting schedule. One subdivision application item was deleted from the agenda.

• Alcohol license renewal for Red Mountain Liquors, effective 12/20/2022-12/20/2023
• CDOT Aeronautics grant: $440,000 for General Aviation Ramp Rehabilitation Design, with $48,889 local match
• STEPP grant application: $50,000 for tobacco education and prevention
• Contract with Concrete Conservation, LLC: $39,000 to apply SpectraShield to manholes
• Request to submit grant application for Gunnison-Hinsdale Early Childhood Council and Multicultural Resource Office: $20,000

The Board approved the 2023 meeting schedule and a $440,000 grant for airport ramp rehabilitation. The Board also voted to send a letter of support to the Town of Crested Butte regarding the operation of its RV dump station. Additionally, a liquor license for Red Mountain Liquors was approved.

• Approved alcohol beverage license for Red Mountain Liquors, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved $440,000 CDOT grant for General Aviation Ramp Rehabilitation with $48,889 local match (unanimous)
• Approved $50,000 STEPP LHA Mini Application (unanimous)
• Approved $39,000 contract with Concrete Conservation, LLC for manhole sealing (unanimous)
• Approved $20,000 grant application for City of Gunnison early childhood and multicultural offices (unanimous)
• Adopted the 2023 BOCC Meeting Schedule (unanimous)
• Approved developing correspondence supporting the Town of Crested Butte keeping its RV dump station open (unanimous)
• Designated Rick Lamport as Project Director for grant CDAG # 23-GUC-01 (unanimous)

STOR Committee

The Gunnison County STOR Committee will meet to appoint a new chair, discuss the future of the Crested Butte RV Dump Station, and consider solutions to Snodgrass Trail access conflicts. They will also hear presentations on wildlife data and planning tools for recreation impacts.

• Appointment of next STOR Committee chair
• Discussion of Crested Butte RV Dump Station options, with Town Council decision expected Nov 21
• Snodgrass Trail access conflict solutions
• Presentation on Gunnison wildlife data and recreation impacts
• Introduction of Planning for Wildlife Tools by Envision Chaffee County

Board of County Commissioners

The Gunnison County Board of County Commissioners will hold a Board of Equalization meeting to hear property tax appeals, followed by a work session on Lead King Loop, sustainable tourism, CDOT update, and 2023 budget discussions on Local Marketing District and housing. No formal action is taken during the work session.

• Property tax appeals for 5 properties (CBOE #02-#06) and a value stipulation for Boxer F2 LP covering 280 properties
• Discussion of Lead King Loop
• Sustainable Tourism & Outdoor Recreation Committee (STOR) update
• CDOT annual update
• 2023 budget discussions on Local Marketing District and housing

Board of Equalization

The Gunnison County Board of Equalization will consider hearing officer recommendations on five property tax appeals and a value stipulation for a large group of properties owned by Boxer F2 LP. The Board of County Commissioners will then hold a work session on topics including the Lead King Loop, sustainable tourism, a CDOT update, and 2023 budget discussions on the Local Marketing District and housing.

• CBOE appeals #02-#06 for properties owned by Del Tredici, Attaway, and Ribbens
• Value stipulation for CBOE #01 covering Boxer F2 LP and 279 other properties
• Lead King Loop discussion
• Sustainable Tourism & Outdoor Recreation Committee update
• 2023 budget discussions on Local Marketing District and housing

The Board of Equalization decided on several property valuation appeals and approved a $19 million value stipulation for a portfolio of 280 properties owned by Boxer F2 LP. The board also approved 14 assessor-recommended adjustments for properties that were not appealed.

• Accepted $19M value stipulation for Boxer F2 LP (280 properties) (unanimous)
• Adjusted value of CBOE #02 (R044150) to $391,860 (unanimous)
• Denied appeal for CBOE #03 (R003490) at $1,240,530 (unanimous)
• Denied appeal for CBOE #04 (R033562) at $69,920 (unanimous)
• Denied appeal for CBOE #05 (R033563) at $69,920 (unanimous)
• Adjusted value of CBOE #06 (R033564) to $43,180 (unanimous)
• Approved 14 assessor-recommended adjustments for non-appealed accounts (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Gunnison County Planning Commission will hold a site visit and work session on the proposed Whetstone Workforce Housing development, a 15.1-acre site at 25315 Highway 135 with about 231 units, including apartments, townhomes, and live/work units. More than 40% of units would be deed-restricted based on AMI limits. The meeting also includes approval of minutes and unscheduled citizens.

• Site visit and work session for Whetstone Workforce Housing (LUC-22-00049)
• Proposed 231 residential units on 15.1 acres at 25315 Highway 135
• More than 40% of units deed-restricted per Essential Housing standards
• Unit types may include apartments, townhomes, and live/work units
• Meeting held in person and via Zoom

Gunnison Basin Sage-grouse Strategic Committee

The Gunnison Basin Sage-grouse Strategic Committee will hold a regular meeting to discuss sage-grouse habitat restoration, including a presentation on wet meadows, an update on the cheatgrass treatment coordinator position, and a discussion on updating the habitat prioritization tool. The meeting will also include public comments and approval of prior minutes.

• Presentation on Gunnison Sage-Grouse use of wet meadows and habitat restoration success
• Update on Cheatgrass Treatment and Sagebrush Restoration Coordinator Position
• Discussion on updating the Habitat Prioritization Tool
• Approval of August 17, 2022 meeting minutes
• Public comments period

Board of County Commissioners

The Gunnison County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda containing numerous contracts and agreements, a public hearing on vacating a portion of Oak Street in Tincup, and discussions on winter parking permits, a resolution to decline participation in the FAMLI program, and the 2023 holiday schedule. The meeting also includes updates from the Board of Health and the Human Services Board.

• Public hearing on vacating a portion of Oak Street in Tincup
• Resolution to decline participation in the FAMLI program
• Contract with Ricondo & Associates for Airport Rates and Charges Study up to $145,000
• Intergovernmental agreements for winter road maintenance with Town of Pitkin and Town of Marble
• Grant award of $42,057 for courthouse security staffing

Gunnison-Hinsdale Board of Human Services

The Gunnison/Hinsdale Board of Human Services will meet to approve a consent agenda item for an intergovernmental agreement with the Colorado Department of Human Services for leasing computing equipment, software, and accessories, costing $23,403 over a three-year cycle starting November 1, 2022. The board will also receive program updates on child care assistance, pre-K, Family First implementation, parenting programs, and child welfare services. The meeting is largely procedural, with most items on the consent agenda unless requested for discussion.

• Approval of intergovernmental agreement with CDHS for computer equipment lease, $23,403, effective 11/01/2022
• Program updates: Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP)
• Program updates: Pre-K (Coordinating Organization)
• Program updates: Family First implementation
• Program updates: Parenting Programs and Child Welfare Services

The Gunnison/Hinsdale Board of Human Services approved a consent agenda including an intergovernmental agreement with the Colorado Department of Human Services for a three-year lease of computing equipment, software, and accessories, effective November 1, 2022, at a cost of $23,403. The board also approved minutes from the June 21, 2022 meeting. Program updates were presented on the Child Care Assistance Program, Universal Pre-K planning, Family First implementation, parenting programs, and child welfare services, but no votes were taken on these items.

• Approved June 21, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including $23,403 CDHS lease agreement for computing equipment (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Gunnison County Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting to receive a staff presentation on the proposed 2023 county budget. This is a discussion item, and no formal action is scheduled. The meeting will be held in person with a remote option via Zoom.

• 2023 Gunnison County Budget staff-proposed presentation

The Board of County Commissioners heard a staff presentation on the proposed 2023 county budget, which emphasized conservative spending and a cost-of-living adjustment for employees. No decisions were made; the board scheduled budget work sessions for October 25 and November 8, with a public hearing on December 6 and final adoption by December 15.

• Scheduled budget work session for October 25, 2022
• Scheduled budget work session for November 8, 2022
• Set public hearing on budget for December 6, 2022 at 5:30 pm
• Set final budget adoption deadline by December 15, 2022

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a work session to receive reports from the Upper Gunnison River Water Conservation District, the Colorado River Water Conservation District, and the Gunnison Basin Roundtable regarding HB1177. No formal action will be taken during this work session.

• Upper Gunnison River Water Conservation District Report
• Colorado River Water Conservation District Report
• HB1177 Gunnison Basin Roundtable Report

Planning Commission

The Gunnison County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a two-lot subdivision and a bed-and-breakfast, and a work session on a six-lot subdivision. The agenda also includes routine items like approval of minutes and public comment.

• Jaynes Two Lot Subdivision: 37.61-acre parcel at 2399 State Highway 135, Crested Butte, split into 19.21-acre and 18-acre tracts
• Watclarnone/Blue Mesa Bed and Breakfast: lodge with up to 5 sleeping rooms and 8 guests at 9380 West State Highway 50
• Gregory Six Lot Subdivision: 3.42 acres into six single-family lots on Colorado Highway 135, Gunnison
• Public hearings for Jaynes and Watclarnone; work session for Gregory

Board of County Commissioners

The Gunnison County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting on October 4, 2022, to consider consent agenda items, including an intergovernmental agreement for EMS building funding, a resolution to reimburse prior capital expenditures for the Sawtooth Workforce Housing Project Phase 1, and a letter of support for a trail maintenance grant. They will also discuss the Mt. Crested Butte Draft Master Plan comments, the Mt. Emmons Land Exchange, and enter an executive session regarding Mt. Emmons/Red Lady mine negotiations. The agenda includes several administrative items and public comment periods.

• Approval of EMS Building IGA: $200,000/year from Gunnison County to Gunnison Valley Health, 10/4/2022 to 2/01/2031
• Resolution declaring intent to reimburse Sawtooth Workforce Housing Project Phase 1 capital expenditures
• CDPHE Contract Amendment #2: $16,465 additional funding for Harm Reduction Services
• Thomson Reuters contract: Westlaw subscriptions, $330/month for 3 months plus $412.50 for 12 months
• Letter of support for BLM non-motorized trail maintenance grant application to Colorado Parks and Wildlife

The Board of County Commissioners approved a resolution declaring intent to reimburse up to $6.5 million in prior capital expenditures for the Sawtooth Workforce Housing Project Phase 1, which includes 12 duplex townhomes with accessory apartments. The board also approved a consent agenda including a $200,000/year intergovernmental agreement for an EMS building, a comment letter on Mt. Crested Butte's draft master plan, and a comment letter on the Mt. Emmons Land Exchange. An executive session was held to discuss negotiations related to the Mt. Emmons/Red Lady mine.

• Approved Resolution 2022-38 declaring intent to reimburse up to $6.5M for Sawtooth Workforce Housing Phase 1 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including $200K/year EMS building IGA with Gunnison Valley Health (unanimous)
• Approved comment letter on Mt. Crested Butte draft master plan, including density language (unanimous)
• Approved comment letter on Mt. Emmons Land Exchange (unanimous)
• Delegated authority to County Manager for USDA grant submission for EMS building (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Walter Sorrentino as hearing officer for 2022 and 2023 Board of Equalization appeals (unanimous)
• Approved updated TANF and workforce development policies for Gunnison/Hinsdale Human Services (unanimous)
• Held executive session on Mt. Emmons/Red Lady mine negotiations and legal advice (unanimous)

Gunnison-Hinsdale Board of Human Services

The Gunnison County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting that includes several consent agenda items, a resolution to reimburse prior capital expenditures for the Sawtooth Workforce Housing Project Phase 1, and discussions on the Mt. Emmons land exchange and Mt. Crested Butte master plan comments. The board will also convene an executive session on Mt. Emmons/Red Lady mine negotiations.

• Approval of Intergovernmental Agreement with Gunnison Valley Health for EMS Building construction, $200,000 per year from 10/4/2022 to 2/01/2031
• Resolution declaring intent to reimburse Gunnison County Housing Authority for Sawtooth Workforce Housing Project Phase 1 capital expenditures
• CDPHE Harm Reduction Services contract amendment, additional $16,465 for 9/28/2022 to 6/30/2023
• Thomson Reuters subscription for Westlaw, $330/month for 3 months plus $412.50 for 12 months
• Letter of support for BLM non-motorized trail maintenance grant application to Colorado Parks and Wildlife

The Board of County Commissioners and the Housing Authority unanimously approved resolutions declaring intent to reimburse up to $6.5 million in prior capital expenditures for the Sawtooth Workforce Housing Project Phase 1, which will build 12 duplex townhomes with accessory apartments. The board also approved a consent agenda including a $200,000/year IGA for an EMS building, a $16,465 harm reduction grant, and other contracts. Comments were approved on the Mt. Crested Butte draft master plan and the Mt. Emmons Land Exchange. An executive session was held on Mt. Emmons/Red Lady mine negotiations.

• Approved Resolution 2022-001 declaring intent to reimburse Housing Authority for Sawtooth Phase 1 capital expenditures (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-38 declaring intent to reimburse County for Sawtooth Phase 1 capital expenditures (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including EMS Building IGA ($200,000/year), harm reduction grant ($16,465), and other contracts (unanimous)
• Approved comment letter on Mt. Crested Butte draft master plan with added density language (unanimous)
• Approved comment letter on Mt. Emmons Land Exchange (unanimous)
• Delegated authority to County Manager for USDA grant submission for EMS Building (unanimous)
• Approved contracting Walter Sorrentino as hearing officer for 2022 and 2023 CBOE appeals (unanimous)
• Approved CBOE 2022 schedule with appeals heard Oct 18-19 and final decisions Oct 25 (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Gunnison County Board of Commissioners is holding a work session to review the Tourism and Prosperity Partnership's annual local marketing district presentation and receive an update on the Gunnison Valley Health Emergency Medical Services building. No formal action will be taken, as work sessions are for discussion only.

• Tourism and Prosperity Partnership annual Local Marketing District review and presentation
• Gunnison Valley Health Emergency Medical Services building update

STOR Committee

The STOR Committee is meeting to advance its next strategic plan, review stakeholder assessment survey results, and get an update on the Innovative Finance for National Forests program event. The agenda includes membership updates and a process review of the strategic plan and stakeholder assessment.

• Review of STORC Stakeholder Assessment Survey results
• Update on Innovative Finance for National Forests program event
• Process review of STOR Committee Strategic Plan 2020-22
• Discussion of strategic planning approach for next plan

Board of County Commissioners

The Gunnison County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda covering contracts, grants, and agreements, plus presentations and resolutions. Key items include approval of four conservation easement grants, a resolution supporting Ballot Issue 5A, and a letter to President Biden on the CORE Act. The board will also hear the FY2021 audited financial statements and discuss a Forest Service memorandum of understanding.

• Approval of four conservation easement grants totaling $361,911 (Aspen Leaf Ranch $104,090, Back621 $65,100, Sewell Gulch $95,250, Wildcat Ranch $97,471)
• Resolution in support of Ballot Issue 5A
• Approval of $18,793 grant application for child care expansion and $30,000 Temple Hoyne Buell Foundation grant
• Approval of $64,660 Colorado Department of Early Childhood funding application for Universal Pre-K
• Approval of $20,632 DOLA Search and Rescue End-of-Year Award for Sheriff's Office

The board unanimously approved four conservation easement grant agreements totaling $361,911 through the Gunnison Ranchland Conservation Legacy. They also passed Resolution 2022-37 supporting Ballot Issue 5A, a $95 million school funding measure on the November 2022 ballot, after amending the language to declare support rather than direct voters. Other actions included approving a $793,767 Secure Rural Schools disbursement to the school district, a consent agenda with 15 items, and a letter to President Biden supporting the CORE Act.

• Approved four conservation easement grant agreements: Aspen Leaf Ranch ($104,090), Back621 ($65,100), Sewell Gulch ($95,250), and Wildcat Ranch ($97,471).
• Approved Resolution 2022-37 supporting Ballot Issue 5A for Gunnison Watershed School District.
• Approved $793,767.36 Secure Rural Schools disbursement to the school district.
• Approved consent agenda including 15 items such as a $15,000 commercial valuation contract, $18,793 child care grant, and $60,672 WIC program task order.
• Approved Memorandum of Understanding with USDA Forest Service to become a cooperating agency for GMUG National Forest plan revision.
• Authorized a letter to President Biden supporting the Colorado Outdoor Recreation & Economy (CORE) Act.
• Appointed Jonathan Houck as voting member and Liz Smith as alternate for Colorado Counties, Inc. legislative meeting.
• Appointed Marlene Crosby and Shary Templeton to the Cemetery District Board.

Planning Commission

The Gunnison County Planning Commission will hold a continued joint public hearing on the Jaynes Two Lot Subdivision proposal and a work session on the Watclarnone/Blue Mesa Bed and Breakfast application. The meeting also includes routine items like approval of minutes and public comment.

• Jaynes Two Lot Subdivision (LUC-20-00037): continued public hearing to subdivide 37.61 acres into two lots (19.21 and 18 acres) at 2399 State Highway 135, Crested Butte
• Watclarnone/Blue Mesa Bed and Breakfast (LUC-21-00023): work session for a B&B with up to 8 guests and 5 sleeping rooms at 9380 West State Highway 50

Board of County Commissioners

The Gunnison County Board of Commissioners is holding a work session with presentations on instream flow water rights, Gunnison Valley Health, and the Mt. Crested Butte Master Plan. They will also conduct interviews for the Cemetery Board. No formal action is expected as this is a work session.

• Instream Flow Water Rights presentation from Colorado Water Conservation Board
• Gunnison Valley Health Board of Trustees update
• Mt. Crested Butte Master Plan presentation
• Cemetery Board interviews: Shary Templeton, Candi Borah, Melody Roper, Marlene Crosby

Planning Commission

The Gunnison County Planning Commission is holding a joint meeting with the Board of County Commissioners, City Council, and City Planning Commission, along with consultant Houseal Lavingne, to kick off the master planning process for two subareas: the North Gateway area along Highway 135 and the Highway 50 corridor. The meeting is a discussion and process launch, not a final decision-making session.

• Joint meeting with county and city officials and consultant Houseal Lavingne
• Master planning process for North Gateway area (Highway 135, from City limits to Gunnison River)
• Master planning process for Highway 50 corridor (City limits to County Rd. 18)

Planning Commission

The Gunnison County Planning Commission will hold a joint public hearing on the Jaynes Two Lot Subdivision application, which proposes to divide a 37.61-acre parcel at 2399 State Highway 135, Crested Butte, into two lots (19.21 and 18 acres). The meeting also includes routine items: call to order, approval of minutes, and public comment. The hearing is the only substantive item on the agenda.

• Jaynes Two Lot Subdivision (LUC-20-00037) public hearing
• Subdivide 37.61-acre parcel into two lots (19.21 and 18 acres)
• Property at 2399 State Highway 135, Crested Butte
• Existing 3,000 sq. ft. single-family residence from late 1950s

Planning Commission

The Gunnison County Planning Commission will meet to hold a joint public hearing on the Jaynes Two Lot Subdivision application, which proposes to divide a 37.61-acre parcel at 2399 State Highway 135 in Crested Butte into two lots (19.21 acres and 18 acres). The meeting also includes routine items: call to order, approval of minutes, and a period for unscheduled citizen comments.

• Public hearing on Jaynes Two Lot Subdivision (LUC-20-00037) to split 37.61 acres into two lots at 2399 State Highway 135, Crested Butte
• Existing ~3,000 sq. ft. single-family residence from late 1950s on the property
• Unscheduled citizens comment period
• Approval of prior meeting minutes

Board of County Commissioners

The Board unanimously adopted the 2021 International Wildland Urban Interface Code and amended the Gunnison County Land Use Resolution to incorporate wildfire hazard maps, defensible space requirements, and ignition-resistant construction standards. The new code applies to all new building permits starting January 1, 2023, and to land use change permits classified as major or minor impact upon recordation. The Board also approved a $300,000 GOCO stewardship grant application, rescinded the Sylvester Gulch Fire emergency declaration, and approved a consent agenda including 18 items such as a $687,941 DOLA grant for the Division 2 Shop Energy and Sustainability Project and a $236,960 Tyler Technologies software contract.

• Adopted Resolution 2022-33, the 2021 International Wildland Urban Interface Code, unanimously.
• Adopted Resolution 2022-34, amending the Gunnison County Land Use Resolution for wildfire hazards, unanimously.
• Approved Resolution 2022-35, a $300,000 GOCO Stewardship Impact Grant application for the Sustainable Tourism and Outdoor Recreation Committee, unanimously.
• Approved Resolution 2022-36, rescinding the Sylvester Gulch Fire emergency declaration, unanimously.
• Approved the consent agenda of 18 items, including a $687,941 DOLA grant, a $236,960 Tyler Technologies contract, and a $20,000 food pantry agreement.
• Approved a lot cluster for Lot 132, Blue Mesa Subdivision, and an adjacent 46.125-acre property, unanimously.
• Approved a boundary line adjustment for Taylor Park LLC and Raymond Beethe, unanimously.
• Approved a letter of recommendation for John Cattles to the Colorado Energy Code Board, unanimously.

Board of Equalization

The Gunnison County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting that includes a public hearing on adopting the 2021 International Wildland Urban Interface Code and amending the county land use resolution. The board will also consider a consent agenda with 18 items, including a $687,941 grant application for an energy project, multiple road agreements with the US Forest Service, and various professional services contracts. The meeting begins with a brief Board of Equalization session to hear the assessor's report.

• Public hearing on adopting 2021 International Wildland Urban Interface Code and amending Land Use Resolution
• DOLA grant application for Division 2 Shop Energy and Sustainability Project, $687,941
• Road agreements with US Forest Service: Alpine Plateau Gravel Haul ($321,965), Mobile Rock Crushing ($55,260), Taylor Canyon Road 742 (up to $80,000)
• Opioid settlement intergovernmental agreement with Town of Marble
• Resolution to rescind emergency declaration due to Sylvester Gulch Fire

The Board of County Commissioners unanimously adopted the 2021 International Wildland Urban Interface Code and amended the Land Use Resolution to add wildfire hazard standards. The board also approved a consent agenda with 18 items, including grants, road agreements, and contracts, and rescinded the emergency declaration for the Sylvester Gulch Fire.

• Adopted 2021 International Wildland Urban Interface Code (Resolution 2022-33) unanimously
• Amended Gunnison County Land Use Resolution for wildfire hazards (Resolution 2022-34) unanimously
• Approved consent agenda with 18 items, including $687,941 DOLA grant application and $321,965 road project with USFS
• Approved lot cluster for Lot 132, Blue Mesa Subdivision (LUC-22-00037) unanimously
• Approved boundary line adjustment for Taylor Park LLC (LUC-22-00015) unanimously
• Rescinded emergency declaration for Sylvester Gulch Fire (Resolution 2022-36) unanimously
• Approved GOCO Stewardship Impact Grant application for $300,000 (Resolution 2022-35) unanimously
• Appointed Martin Schmidt as alternate representative to Gunnison Valley Transportation Planning Region

STOR Committee

The STOR Committee is holding its summer meeting in person at the Trail Creek Wetland Restoration Project site. The agenda includes a morning volunteer event, followed by an award celebration and facilitated sessions to review the committee's strategic plan and conduct a stakeholder assessment.

• Volunteer event at Trail Creek Wetland Restoration Project
• Colorado Lottery Starburst Award Celebration for STOR Committee
• Strategic Plan Review facilitated by Joe Lavorini
• Stakeholder Assessment facilitated by Joe Lavorini

Board of County Commissioners

The Gunnison County Board of Commissioners will hold a special meeting and work session. The special meeting includes routine approvals of minutes, financial reports, and a contract for mineral materials. The work session features discussions on the Gunnison Watershed School District bond initiative, the Town of Crested Butte's Compass Plan, the county's quarterly fiscal transparency report, and beverage festival permit applications.

• Approval of USDA Forest Service contract for sale of mineral materials; free use plus reclamation in 10 years and weed control; expires 8/11/2032
• Discussion of Gunnison Watershed School District Bond Initiative
• Town of Crested Butte Compass Plan presentation
• Review of Gunnison County Quarterly Fiscal Transparency Report as of June 30, 2022
• Discussion of Beverage Festival Permit Applications

The Board of County Commissioners approved a 10-year USDA Forest Service contract allowing Gunnison County to use crushed, stockpiled mineral materials from a pit near Cottonwood Pass, primarily for Kebler Pass road work. The County Attorney noted concerns about liability for 'indirect harm' and potential treble damages for gross negligence, but the board voted unanimously to proceed. The board also unanimously approved the June 7, June 21, and August 16 regular meeting minutes, the Treasurer's Report, August 2022 vouchers ($3,678,487.12), and July 2022 cash transfers ($6,987,640.97).

• Approved USDA Forest Service contract for mineral materials from Cottonwood Pass pit (unanimous)
• Approved June 7, June 21, and August 16, 2022 regular meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted Treasurer's Report and authorized chair's signature (unanimous)
• Approved August 2022 accounts payable vouchers of $3,678,487.12 (unanimous)
• Approved July 2022 cash transfer of $6,987,640.97 (unanimous)

Gunnison Basin Sage-grouse Strategic Committee

The Gunnison Basin Sage-grouse Strategic Committee is meeting to discuss updates on the BLM public scoping for the Gunnison Sage-Grouse Resource Management Plan Amendment, the Red Creek Cooperative Cheatgrass Treatment 2022, and the Cheatgrass Treatment and Sagebrush Restoration Coordinator position. The agenda also includes approval of the June 15, 2022 meeting minutes and public comments.

• Update on BLM public scoping for the Gunnison Sage-Grouse Resource Management Plan Amendment
• Red Creek Cooperative Cheatgrass Treatment 2022
• Cheatgrass Treatment and Sagebrush Restoration Coordinator Position Update
• Approval of June 15, 2022 meeting minutes

Board of County Commissioners

The Gunnison County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting, preceded by the Liquor Licensing Authority. The board will consider a consent agenda including an opioid settlement agreement with Mt. Crested Butte, a resolution amending emergency management procedures, and several administrative items. Three liquor license renewals are scheduled for approval.

• Alcohol Beverage License renewals: Crested Butte Nordic Council (Magic Meadows Yurt), Almont Resort, Ice Bar/Rest Twister Warming Hse
• Opioid Settlement Intergovernmental Agreement between Gunnison County and Town of Mt. Crested Butte
• Resolution amending Gunnison County Emergency and Disaster Management and Procedures
• CDPHE Preventive Block Grant reapplication for public health improvement plan, $50,000-$75,000
• Ratification of County Manager's signature on CFO employment agreement (Perry Solheim)

The Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved Resolution 2022-32, which amends Gunnison County's emergency and disaster management procedures. The update accounts for organizational restructuring, sets a 72-hour timeline for the Board to convene after an emergency declaration, and supersedes four prior resolutions. The Board also approved a consent agenda including an opioid settlement agreement with Mt. Crested Butte and several other administrative items.

• Approved Resolution 2022-32 updating emergency management procedures (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including opioid settlement IGA with Mt. Crested Butte (unanimous)
• Approved three alcohol beverage licenses for Crested Butte Nordic Council, Almont Resort, and Ice Bar (unanimous)
• Approved out-of-cycle appointment to 7th Judicial District Community Corrections Board
• Approved Colorado Trout Unlimited letter of support for Clear Fork East Muddy Creek project
• Approved Walden University field site affiliation agreement for Juvenile Services
• Ratified county manager's signature on CFO employment agreement with Perry Solheim
• Approved reapplication for CDPHE Preventive Block Grant ($50,000-$75,000)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a work session with no formal action expected. They will hear reports from the Upper Gunnison and Colorado River water conservation districts, discuss the HB1177 Gunnison Basin Roundtable, and interview a candidate for the 7th Judicial Community Corrections Board. The session also includes a site visit to Western Colorado University's Paul M. Rady School of Computer Science & Engineering.

• Interview of Giancarlo Panagia for 7th Judicial Community Corrections Board
• Upper Gunnison River Water Conservation District Report
• Colorado River Water Conservation District Report
• HB1177 Gunnison Basin Roundtable Report
• Site visit to Western Colorado University's Paul M. Rady School of Computer Science & Engineering

Board of County Commissioners

The Gunnison County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with public hearings on alley and street vacation requests in the Townsite of Irwin, plus several land-use applications including boundary adjustments, lot clusters, and a townhome plat. The consent agenda includes contracts for jail medical services, engineering for the South 14th Street project, and a diaper distribution grant, among other items.

• Public hearings on alley and street vacation requests in the Townsite of Irwin
• Contract with SGM, Inc. for South 14th Street Project engineering, up to $24,500
• Contract with Gunnison Valley Health for jail medical services, up to $13,700
• Diaper Distribution Program Grant application for $11,750
• Opioid Settlement Intergovernmental Agreement with Town of Pitkin

The Board approved two street and alley vacations in the Townsite of Irwin (Resolutions 2022-28 and 2022-29), along with related boundary line adjustments and lot clusters. It also approved a re-subdivision in Wolf Canyon (Resolution 2022-30) contingent on adding three items, and a two-year extension for the Dos Rios Townhomes development agreement. The Board authorized a quitclaim of Snowbound water rights and joined an amicus brief in Knipp v. Tri-County Health Dept.

• Approved Resolution 2022-28 vacating an alley in Irwin (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-29 vacating portions of streets/alleys in Irwin (unanimous)
• Approved boundary line adjustment LUC-22-00017 (unanimous)
• Approved lot clusters LUC-22-00018 and LUC-22-00019 (unanimous)
• Approved Wolf Canyon re-subdivision LUC-21-00067 contingent on three additions (unanimous)
• Approved two-year extension for Dos Rios Townhomes DIA (unanimous)
• Authorized quitclaim of Snowbound water rights and subdivision abandonment (unanimous)
• Approved joining amicus brief in Knipp v. Tri-County Health Dept. (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a special meeting to consider a resolution continuing the local emergency declaration due to the Sylvester Gulch Fire (also known as the Coal Seam Fire). Following that, a work session will feature a presentation from Colorado Parks and Wildlife on wildlife migration corridors and critical habitat, and a discussion on early childhood strategic results. No formal action is expected during the work session.

• Resolution declaring continuation of emergency due to Sylvester Gulch Fire
• Colorado Parks and Wildlife presentation on wildlife migration corridors and critical habitat
• Discussion of early childhood strategic results

The Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved Resolution No. 2022-27, continuing the local disaster emergency declaration for the Sylvester Gulch Fire (also known as the Coal Seam Fire). The action was based on the fire's ongoing hazards and its potential impacts on West Elk Mine, Hwy 133, and Somerset residents. No other substantive decisions were made at this special meeting.

• Approved Resolution No. 2022-27 continuing the emergency declaration for the Sylvester Gulch Fire (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Gunnison County Planning Commission is meeting to hear a presentation from Colorado Parks and Wildlife on the latest data about wildlife migration corridors in the county and the effects of development in those areas. The agenda also includes routine items such as approval of minutes and public comment.

• Presentation by Colorado Parks and Wildlife on wildlife migration corridors and development effects
• Public comment period for unscheduled items
• Approval of meeting minutes

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will vote on consent agenda items including airport grants, a substance abuse prevention contract, and a SCADA security upgrade. They will also consider a boundary line adjustment, an opioid settlement agreement with local towns, and a memorandum of understanding for the Gunnison Sage-grouse plan.

• FAA BIL grant for Terminal Rehabilitation Phase 5: $1,023,462
• Colorado Dept. of Aeronautics grant application for FAA match: $112,414
• Opioid settlement IGA with Town of Crested Butte and City of Gunnison
• MOU with BLM for Gunnison Sage-grouse RMP Amendment/EIS
• Boundary line adjustment at Elk Horn Ranch (LUC-22-00011)

The Board approved the consent agenda, including a $1.02M FAA grant for airport terminal rehab and a $112K state grant match, plus $5.74M in accounts payable and $10.38M in cash transfers. It also approved a boundary line adjustment for Elk Horn Ranch, an amendment to a consulting agreement for sage-grouse litigation work (up to $25,000), intergovernmental agreements with Crested Butte and Gunnison for opioid settlement funds, a memorandum of understanding with the BLM for sage-grouse planning, and a letter supporting veterans' clinics. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved consent agenda including $1,023,462 FAA grant for airport terminal rehab (unanimous)
• Approved $5,741,305.03 in accounts payable vouchers (unanimous)
• Accepted $10,377,193.66 in cash transfers (unanimous)
• Approved boundary line adjustment for Elk Horn Ranch (unanimous)
• Approved $25,000 amendment to Cochran Fish and Wildlife consulting agreement (unanimous)
• Approved opioid settlement IGA with City of Gunnison and Town of Crested Butte (unanimous)
• Approved MOU with BLM for sage-grouse RMP amendment (unanimous)
• Approved letter supporting veterans' clinics (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Gunnison County Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss a manufactured housing strategy and wildfire policy. They will also interview a candidate for the 7th Judicial Community Corrections Board. No formal action will be taken during this work session.

• Interview with Mike King for 7th Judicial Community Corrections Board
• Discussion of manufactured housing strategy
• Wildfire policy discussion

Planning Commission

The Gunnison County Planning Commission will hold a work session on the Jaynes Two Lot Subdivision proposal, which would split a 37.61-acre parcel at 2399 State Highway 135 in Crested Butte into two lots. The commission will also discuss wildfire policy recommendations for building codes. The meeting includes a site visit to the subdivision property.

• Jaynes Two Lot Subdivision (LUC-20-00037): proposed split of 37.61 acres into a 19.21-acre Tract One and 18-acre Tract Two at 2399 State Highway 135, Crested Butte
• Wildfire Urban Interface and Building Codes (BC-22-00001): work session on county wildfire policy recommendations
• Site visit to the Jaynes subdivision property
• Public comment period for unscheduled items

Board of County Commissioners

The Gunnison County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda covering multiple contracts and agreements, a public hearing on a boundary line adjustment, and adoption of an ordinance amending penalties for open fire bans. The board will also discuss 2023 legislative priorities and consider participating as a cooperating agency in a BLM plan amendment. Later, the Gunnison River Valley Local Marketing District will consider a resolution to place a ballot issue before voters to allow marketing tax revenues to be used for housing and childcare.

• Adoption of Ordinance No. 20 amending penalties for open fire bans and 'Red Flag' fire days
• Boundary Line Adjustment at Elk Horn Ranch, LUC-22-00011
• Professional Services Agreement with Houseal Lavigne Associates for North Gunnison Master Plan, county portion up to $73,410
• Provider Agreement with RE1J School District for social emotional learning, $50,000
• Resolution to submit ballot issue to allow marketing tax revenues for housing and childcare

The Board approved Resolution 2022-1, placing a ballot question before Gunnison River Valley Local Marketing District voters on Nov. 8, 2022. If passed, the measure would allow up to 40% of marketing and promotion tax revenue to be used for housing, childcare, and recreation infrastructure, without raising taxes. The Board also adopted Ordinance No. 20, increasing penalties for open fire and 'red flag' fire day violations to the maximum allowed by law.

• Approved Resolution 2022-1 to place LMD ballot question on Nov. 8, 2022 election (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 20 increasing fire violation penalties to $1,000 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items #1-8, including $73,410 for North Gunnison Master Plan (unanimous)
• Approved weed management IGA contingent on removing Town of Mt. Crested Butte (unanimous)
• Ratified County Manager's signatures on Whetstone property lease amendments (unanimous)
• Approved $6/ton crushing contract with Steincrusher LLC (unanimous)
• Approved USFS mineral materials contract for Watson Flats Pit (unanimous)
• Authorized letter supporting Crested Butte post office relocation (unanimous)

Gunnison-Hinsdale Board of Human Services

The Gunnison County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda covering multiple contracts and agreements, including a $50,000 provider agreement with RE1J School District for mental health services and a $73,410 professional services agreement for a North Gunnison area Master Plan. The board will also consider adopting an ordinance amending penalties for open fire bans and identifying 'Red Flag' fire days, and discuss 2023 legislative priorities. The Gunnison River Valley Local Marketing District will consider a resolution to place a ballot issue on the November 2022 election to allow its marketing and promotion tax revenues to be used for housing and childcare.

• Ordinance No. 20 amending penalties for open fire bans and 'Red Flag' fire days
• Resolution to submit ballot issue to allow marketing tax revenues for housing and childcare
• Professional Services Agreement with Houseal Lavigne Associates for North Gunnison Master Plan, county portion up to $73,410
• Provider Agreement with RE1J School District for Social Emotional Learning and mental health, $50,000
• Funding Agreement with Parent Possible for Parents as Teachers program, $7,500 from The Daniels Fund

The Board approved Resolution 2022-1, placing a ballot question before Gunnison River Valley Local Marketing District voters on November 8, 2022, to allow up to 40% of marketing and promotion tax revenue to be used for housing, childcare, and recreation infrastructure without raising taxes. The Board also adopted Ordinance No. 20, increasing penalties for open fire and 'red flag' fire day violations to the maximum allowed by law. Numerous consent agenda items were approved, including contracts for crushing services, weed management, and various funding agreements.

• Approved Resolution 2022-1 placing LMD tax reallocation ballot question on Nov. 8, 2022 (3-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 20 increasing open fire and red flag day penalties to $1,000 (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda items #1-8 including $50,000 RE1J School District mental health agreement (3-0)
• Approved weed management IGA contingent on removing Town of Mt. Crested Butte (3-0)
• Ratified County Manager's signatures on two Whetstone parcel lease amendments (3-0)
• Approved Steincrusher LLC crushing services contract (3-0)
• Approved USFS mineral materials contract for Watson Flats Pit (3-0)
• Authorized letter supporting Crested Butte post office relocation (3-0)

Environmental Health Board

The Gunnison County Environmental Health Board is meeting to approve minutes, hear unscheduled citizen comments, and hold a public hearing on a variance request from Harmels on the Taylor, LLC for temporary use of vault systems at 6748 County Road 742 (OWTS-22-00138). The meeting is held in person and via Zoom.

• Public hearing for variance for temporary vault systems at 6748 County Road 742 (OWTS-22-00138)
• Approval of minutes
• Unscheduled citizens comments

STOR Committee

The Gunnison County STOR Committee is meeting to review a support letter for the Gunnison Outdoor Resources Protection (GORP) Act, hear from Atmos Energy as a new Gunnison Stewardship Fund partner, and discuss upcoming grant opportunities. The agenda also includes a land management update from state and federal agencies and general updates from members.

• Review of GORP Act support letter
• Atmos Energy partner introduction for Gunnison Stewardship Fund
• Discussion of Great Outdoors Colorado Stewardship Impact Grant
• Discussion of OEDIT Colorado State Outdoor Recreation Grant
• Land management summer update from CPW, USFS, NPS, and BLM

Gunnison-Hinsdale Board of Human Services

The Gunnison-Hinsdale Board of Human Services is reviewing two Memorandums of Understanding regarding state assistance programs. The board will also receive a presentation on a Colorado Department of Human Services award and program updates.

• MOU for Colorado Child Care Assistance Program (CCCAP) through 6/30/2025
• MOU for CDHS 'Works Program' Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) through 6/30/2025
• Colorado Department of Human Services Award presentation
• Economic Security & Child Support Services program updates

The board approved the consent agenda, which included two Memorandums of Understanding with state agencies for the Child Care Assistance Program and the TANF Works Program, both effective July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2025. The board also approved the April 19, 2022 meeting minutes. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included a presentation of an award and program updates.

• Approved April 19, 2022 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Approved consent agenda including MOU with Department of Early Childhood for CCCAP (motion carried)
• Approved consent agenda including MOU with CDHS for TANF Works Program (motion carried)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda, including a $1 million FAA grant for terminal rehabilitation, several intergovernmental agreements, and a resolution regarding property purchase for Gunnison Valley Health. The board will also consider multiple plat and boundary line adjustments, certify delinquent taxes, and may enter executive sessions on legal and negotiation matters.

• FAA Airport Improvement Program Grant Agreement for Terminal Rehabilitation Construction Project, $1 million
• Intergovernmental Agreement with Montrose County for Nurse Home Visitor Program, up to $91,340
• Resolution delegating authority to purchase real property at 804 College Avenue, Unit 30 for Gunnison Valley Hospital
• Certification of delinquent taxes for Dos Rios, Antelope Hills, Somerset, and North Gunnison sewer/water districts
• Plat approvals: Highpoint Townhome, Buckley Drive Condominium, and two boundary line adjustments

The Board of County Commissioners approved the June 2022 accounts payable vouchers totaling $4,013,759.32 and a May cash transfer of $4,285,201.40. They also approved two liquor licenses, three land plats, a boundary line adjustment, and a resolution delegating property purchase authority to Gunnison Valley Health. The board entered two executive sessions for legal advice on the Lake Irwin lawsuit and Mt. Emmons/Red Lady mine negotiations.

• Approved June 2022 vouchers totaling $4,013,759.32 (unanimous)
• Approved May 2022 cash transfer of $4,285,201.40 (unanimous)
• Approved alcohol beverage license for Irwin Backcountry Guides dba Movie Cabin (unanimous)
• Approved special event liquor permit for Taylor Canyon Fire Station Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved Highpoint Townhome Plat, Lots 15 & 16, Crested Butte South (unanimous)
• Approved Buckley Drive Condominium No. 2 supplemental map, Lot 1, Riverland Industrial Park (unanimous)
• Approved boundary line adjustment for Whetstone Industrial Park Lots 5, 6, 7 (unanimous)
• Approved boundary line adjustment and deed for Brush Creek parcels, contingent on closing (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Gunnison County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three subdivision and land-use applications, including a request to uncluster lots in Wolf Canyon, a one-lot subdivision near Marble, and a large home in Wilder on the Taylor. The commission will also hold a work session on a two-lot subdivision near Crested Butte and discuss wildfire policy recommendations.

• Johnson Colorado Trust: uncluster two lots back to original plat, Lots 1 & 2 Wolf Canyon Subdivision, 588 Wolf Canyon Dr.
• Larry Darrien: subdivide 1.427 acres from 185.24-acre ranch for single-family with ADU, 2880 County Rd. 3, Marble
• Casa Rio LLC: single-family residence ~5,484 sq ft living + 736 sq ft garage, Lot 21 Wilder on the Taylor
• Jaynes Two Lot Subdivision: split 37.61 acres into 19.21-acre and 18-acre tracts, 2399 State Highway 135, Crested Butte
• Work session: County wildfire policy recommendations

Gunnison Basin Sage-grouse Strategic Committee

The Gunnison Basin Sage-grouse Strategic Committee will discuss final revisions to the County Sage-Grouse Conservation Action Plan. The meeting also includes updates on lek counts, the Waunita Watchable Wildlife Site, and the Cheatgrass Treatment and Sagebrush Restoration Coordinator position.

• Final revisions to Gunnison County Sage-Grouse Conservation Action Plan
• Lek count update
• Waunita Watchable Wildlife Site update
• Cheatgrass Treatment and Sagebrush Restoration Coordinator position update

Board of County Commissioners

The Gunnison County Board of Commissioners is holding a work session to receive updates from the Gunnison Valley Health Board of Trustees, water conservation districts, and a report on the landfill life analysis. No formal action will be taken during this work session.

• Gunnison Valley Health Board of Trustees update
• HB1177 Gunnison Basin Roundtable report
• Colorado River Water Conservation District report
• Upper Gunnison River Water Conservation District report
• Landfill life analysis

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review several liquor licenses, grant agreements, and property resolutions. The meeting includes discussions on amending wood smoke pollution ordinances and penalties for open fire bans.

• Repeal of Ordinance No. 11 regarding pollution caused by wood smoke
• $105,400 Gunnison Ranchland Conservation Legacy Grant for C Brands Land & Cattle Ranch
• Amending fees for Community Development Department permit applications
• $85,056 intergovernmental agreement to increase COVID-19 vaccine access in Hinsdale County
• Resolution regarding real estate purchase at 115 Mountaineer Drive for Gunnison Valley Hospital

The Board approved a $30,000 contribution from its discretionary fund to the Gunnison Country Food Pantry's Food for Life Expansion Project. The Board also adopted the 2022 Gunnison County Strategic Plan with minor amendments, approved a $105,400 conservation easement grant for the C Brands Land & Cattle Ranch, and authorized a $1 million grant application for substance abuse services. Several resolutions and ordinances were adopted, including repealing an old wood smoke ordinance and introducing a new one with increased fire penalties.

• Approved $30,000 to Gunnison Country Food Pantry expansion (unanimous)
• Adopted 2022-2026 Strategic Plan with amendments (unanimous)
• Approved $105,400 conservation easement grant for C Brands Ranch (unanimous)
• Authorized application for $1M BJA grant for substance abuse services (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-23 delegating property purchase authority to GVH (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-24 changing Skyland lot designation to quadraplex (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 19 repealing wood smoke ordinance (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance No. 20 increasing fire penalties; publication approved

STOR Committee

The STOR Committee meeting includes a preview of summer stewardship activities from various local organizations. The agenda also features a review of the COILS Conference and discussions regarding winter travel management.

• Summer Stewardship Preview with representatives from CBMB, Gunnison Trails, CBLT, HCCA, and STOR
• COILS Conference Review by Scott Borden
• Winter Travel Management discussion
• General updates on the Gunnison Outdoor Resource Protection Act (GORP)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss several topics. Discussions include a behavioral health needs assessment, a Tourism and Prosperity Partnership update, and a draft of the Board's strategic plan.

• Gunnison County Behavioral Health Needs Assessment discussion
• Tourism and Prosperity Partnership (TAPP) update
• Review of draft Strategic Plan for the Board of County Commissioners

Planning Commission

The Gunnison County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a request to build berms at 20143 Highway 135, discuss wildfire policy recommendations, and review a proposal for a single-family residence over 5,000 sq ft. The meeting is open to the public in person and via Zoom.

• Public hearing on LUC-21-00043: Rask Dietrich berms, 27,318 sq ft, 8-12 ft tall, at 20143 Highway 135, Crested Butte
• Work session on Wildfire Urban Interface and Building Codes policy recommendations
• Work session on LUC-22-00012: Casa Rio LLC, 6,220 sq ft total residence on Lot 21, Wilder on the Taylor Subdivision

Gunnison Basin Sage-grouse Strategic Committee

The Gunnison Basin Sage-grouse Strategic Committee is reviewing final revisions to the Gunnison County Sage-Grouse Conservation Action Plan. The committee will also receive an update regarding the Human-Bear Conflict Reduction Community Grant Program.

• Final revisions to Gunnison County Sage-Grouse Conservation Action Plan
• Update on Human-Bear Conflict Reduction Community Grant Program

Board of County Commissioners

The Gunnison County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda covering contracts for consulting, health services, and leases, plus public hearings on a subdivision plat and a lot cluster agreement. They will also introduce an ordinance to repeal a wood smoke regulation and discuss a possible executive session on real property negotiations.

• Consent agenda includes $388,535 for harm reduction services and $142,835 for core public health services
• Public hearing on Elk Valley Townhomes plat re-subdivision (LUC-22-00024)
• Public hearing on lot cluster agreement for Blue Mesa Subdivision lots 186-189 (LUC-22-00007)
• Introduction of Ordinance No. 19 repealing wood smoke pollution ordinance
• Approval of CDOT highway easement deed for Cottonwood Pass Road (County Road 209)

The Board unanimously approved Resolution 2022-22, delegating authority to the County Manager to negotiate and execute real property contracts, subject to Board review within 30 days. They also approved a consent agenda with multiple contracts and grants, accepted a highway easement for Cottonwood Pass, and approved a lot cluster in Blue Mesa Subdivision. The Board introduced Ordinance No. 19 to repeal the 2000 wood smoke ordinance, and held an executive session on real property negotiations.

• Approved Resolution 2022-22 delegating real property contract authority to County Manager (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including contracts, grants, and lease agreements (unanimous)
• Approved Central Federal Lands Highway Division easement deed for Cottonwood Pass Road (unanimous)
• Approved Elk Valley Townhomes plat re-subdivision (unanimous)
• Approved lot cluster for Lots 186-189 in Blue Mesa Subdivision (unanimous)
• Approved $2,000 donation for USGS harmful algal bloom study in Blue Mesa Reservoir (unanimous)
• Approved Memorandum of Agreement with West Region Wildfire Council (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance No. 19 to repeal wood smoke ordinance (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss repealing an ordinance regarding wood smoke pollution. The session also includes discussions on amending penalties for open fire bans and red flag fire days.

• Discussion of repealing Ordinance No. 11 regarding wood smoke pollution
• Discussion of amending penalties in Ordinance Nos. 14 and 16 regarding open fire bans
• 2022 US Forest Service Gunnison Ranger District Wildland Fire Management Annual Meeting

Planning Commission

The Gunnison County Planning Commission will hold a work session to discuss County wildfire policy recommendations, specifically regarding the Wildfire Urban Interface and building codes. The meeting also includes routine items like call to order, approval of minutes, and public comment.

• Work session on Wildfire Urban Interface and Building Codes
• Discussion of County wildfire policy recommendations
• Public comment period for unscheduled citizens
• Approval of minutes

Board of County Commissioners

The Gunnison County Board of County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting to consider a resolution extending ATV, OHV, and UTV use on a portion of County Road 3, and to adopt an amended fee schedule for land use, building, and wastewater permits. The board will also review a consent agenda including contracts, lease extensions, and grant applications, as well as several lot plat approvals. Possible executive sessions are scheduled for legal advice on a lawsuit and ballot issues.

• Resolution extending ATV, OHV, and UTV use on a portion of County Road 3
• Resolution adopting amended fee schedule for Community Development permits
• Consent agenda includes jail behavioral health contract up to $155,200 and DOLA grant of $25,000
• Three lease extensions at Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional Airport
• Plat approvals for Whetstone Industrial Park, Elcho Place, and 882 Cascadilla townhomes

Environmental Health Board

The Gunnison County Environmental Health Board will hold public hearings on two septic system (OWTS) permit requests: one for a second system on a parcel at 4995 County Road 76, and another for a reduced setback from a well at 260 Lochleven Lane. The board will also approve minutes and hear unscheduled citizen comments.

• Public hearing for second OWTS on parcel at 4995 County Road 76 (OWTS-22-00004)
• Public hearing for reduced horizontal setback for OWTS expansion at 260 Lochleven Lane (OWTS-21-00329)

STOR Committee

The STOR Committee is meeting to receive updates on several outdoor recreation and conservation projects, including Great American Outdoors Act projects on the GMUG National Forests, the Trail Creek Wetland Restoration Project, and a CPW Regional Partnership Initiative. They will also discuss winter travel management and general updates. The meeting is hybrid, in-person at the Blackstock Office and on Zoom.

• Great American Outdoors Act: GMUG National Forests Projects Update
• Trail Creek Wetland Restoration Project Update
• CPW Regional Partnership Initiative
• GOCO Fellowship Announcement
• Winter Travel Management discussion

Board of County Commissioners

This is a work session where formal action cannot be taken. The board will discuss the Fairgrounds Master Plan, proposed revisions to the 2022 fee schedule for land use, building, and onsite wastewater permits, and ATV/OHV/UTV use on a portion of CR #3 in Marble.

• Fairgrounds Master Plan Presentation
• Proposed Revisions to 2022 Fee Schedule for Land Use Change, Building, and Onsite Wastewater Treatment System Permits
• Discussion with White River National Forest regarding ATV, OHV, UTV Use on a portion of CR #3, Marble, Colorado

Planning Commission

The Gunnison County Planning Commission will hold a work session to discuss wildfire policy recommendations for building codes, followed by work sessions on three land-use applications: a one-lot subdivision, a one-lot subdivision with an ADU, and a berm construction project. These are discussion items, not final decisions.

• Wildfire Urban Interface and Building Codes work session
• Johnson Colorado Trust: one-lot subdivision at 588 Wolf Canyon Dr, Taylor Park (LUC-21-00067)
• Larry Darrien: one-lot subdivision at 2880 County Rd 3, Marble (LUC-22-00002)
• Rask Dietrich: new berms at 20143 Highway 135, Crested Butte (LUC-21-00043)

Gunnison Basin Sage-grouse Strategic Committee

The Gunnison Basin Sage-grouse Strategic Committee will review updates regarding the County Sage-Grouse Conservation Action Plan. The meeting also includes reports on a recent summit, carcass removal, and the coordinator position.

• Gunnison County Sage-Grouse Conservation Action Plan discussion
• Coordinator position update
• Carcass removal update
• Gunnison Sage-Grouse Summit recap

Board of County Commissioners

The Gunnison County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda of grants and contracts, followed by several public hearings and discussions. Items include continued hearings on a street vacation and lot clusters in Ohio City, a boundary line adjustment in Whetstone Industrial Park, a land preservation fund request, and motorized vehicle use on County Road #3. The board will also consider capital lease financing and various reports.

• Continued public hearing: Street and alley vacation request in Ohio City by Jerry and Terry Smith-Stallard
• Continued: Two lot clusters in Ohio City, agreement and declaration (LUC-21-00056)
• Boundary line adjustment plat, Lots 8 & 9, Whetstone Industrial Park (LUC-22-00006)
• GVLPF application: $10,690 for 48-acre Marble property transaction costs
• Mining lease for sand, gravel, aggregate: 12-year lease, $10 plus $1/ton royalties

Gunnison-Hinsdale Board of Human Services

The Gunnison/Hinsdale Board of Human Services is meeting to approve minutes, review financial updates, and hear program updates on the Community Service Block Grant (CSBG). They will also discuss the current status of key bills in a legislative update. The meeting is largely routine oversight with no major decisions listed.

• Minutes approval for February 15, 2022
• Financial update
• Community Service Block Grant (CSBG) program update
• Legislative update on key bills
• Next meeting scheduled for June 21, 2022

The Gunnison/Hinsdale Board of Human Services approved the February 15, 2022 meeting minutes with an amendment changing 'Office of Early Childhood' to 'Department of Early Childhood Education.' The board also accepted the financial report and authorized the chair's signature. Program updates covered Adult Protective Services, Community Service Block Grant assistance, and legislative priorities including ambulance licensing and child support incentive payments.

• Approved Feb. 15, 2022 meeting minutes with amendment (moved by Smith, seconded by Houck)
• Accepted financial report and authorized chair's signature (moved by Houck, seconded by Smith)

Environmental Health Board

The Environmental Health Board will hold public hearings regarding Onsite Wastewater Treatment Systems (OWTS). The board will consider applications for a single system on a small parcel and multiple systems on a larger parcel.

• Public hearing for an OWTS at 38 Alpine Street
• Public hearing for multiple OWTS at 2551 Forest Service Road 716

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a work session to review various reports and proposals. Discussions include updates on water conservation districts, weed management, and proposed changes to the 2022 fee schedule for land use and building permits.

• Proposed revisions to 2022 Fee Schedule for Land Use Change, Building, and Onsite Wastewater Treatment System Permits
• HB1177 Gunnison Basin Roundtable Report
• Colorado River Water Conservation District Report
• Upper Gunnison River Water Conservation District Report
• Gunnison Basin Weed Management Program discussion

Planning Commission

The meeting consists of procedural items, including the appointment of a Chair and Vice-Chair. The agenda also includes an education session with the County Attorney and an overview of regulatory documents and department activities.

• Appointment of Chair and Vice-Chair
• County Attorney Education Session regarding sunshine law and conflict of interest
• Overview of BOCC Strategic Plan and Community Development role
• Review of applicable regulatory and policy documents

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review several grant applications, including a $2,000,000 request for behavioral health care services. The agenda also includes discussions on water infrastructure assessments with Crested Butte and updates to dog licensing penalties.

• HRSA Grant Application for Gunnison County Consortium behavioral health services ($2,000,000)
• Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Grant Application for Terminal Rehabilitation Construction ($1,023,462)
• AXON Body Camera Program contract for Sheriff’s Office ($40,515.84)
• DOLA IHOP Grant for Land Use Resolution Housing Revisions ($150,000 total)
• Amendment to dog licensing resolution to clarify penalties in unincorporated Gunnison County

The Board approved several agreements, including road maintenance deals with the BLM and Forest Service, a resolution vacating a portion of Laurel Street in Tincup, and a resolution amending dog control penalties. They also gave direction to develop ballot language for a November 2022 election on expanding the Local Marketing District, and approved a consent agenda with numerous contracts and grants.

• Approved BLM road maintenance agreement (unanimous)
• Approved Forest Service road maintenance agreement (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-17 vacating Laurel Street in Tincup (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-18 amending dog control penalties (unanimous)
• Approved 138 Elk Valley Townhomes plat re-subdivision (unanimous)
• Approved MOU with Town of Crested Butte for Whetstone water/sewer assessment (unanimous)
• Approved revision of Sage-grouse Strategic Committee guidelines (unanimous)
• Gave direction to develop ballot language for LMD expansion on Nov 8, 2022 election

Board of County Commissioners

This is a special meeting of the Gunnison County Board of Commissioners, consisting solely of an executive session to receive legal advice from the County Attorney regarding legal issues surrounding implementation of the strategic plan and strategic priorities. No formal action is expected, as the agenda includes only a call to order, the executive session, and adjournment.

• Executive session under C.R.S. § 24-6-402(4)(b) for legal advice on strategic plan implementation
• Meeting held at Al Johnson Boardroom, Lodge at Mountaineer Square, Mt. Crested Butte
• Remote option available via Zoom

Board of County Commissioners

The Gunnison County Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting that consists solely of an executive session to receive legal advice from the County Attorney regarding legal issues surrounding implementation of the strategic plan and strategic priorities. No formal action is expected, as the agenda includes only a call to order, the executive session, and adjournment. The meeting is procedural and contains no public decision items.

• Executive session under C.R.S. § 24-6-402(4)(b) for legal advice on strategic plan implementation

STOR Committee

The STOR Committee is meeting to approve minutes, make committee appointments, and hear updates on several outdoor recreation projects, including the North Valley Trails Environmental Assessment, innovative finance for national forests, Taylor Park vegetation management, and Mergelman Pond. The meeting is hybrid, with public access via Zoom.

• Approval of January minutes and update on minutes process
• STOR Committee re-appointments and chair/vice chair appointments
• North Valley Trails EA presentation by CBMBA and U.S. Forest Service
• Innovative Finance for National Forests presentation by Western Colorado University
• Taylor Park Vegetation Management public input period

Gunnison Basin Sage-grouse Strategic Committee

The Gunnison Basin Sage-grouse Strategic Committee is meeting to discuss updates regarding the County Sage-Grouse Conservation Action Plan. The agenda also includes updates on the Gunnison Sage-Grouse Summit, carcass removal, and cheatgrass and coordinator positions.

• Gunnison County Sage-Grouse Conservation Action Plan discussion
• Gunnison Sage-Grouse Summit update
• Carcass removal update
• Cheatgrass and Coordinator Position update

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review financial reports including accounts payable and cash transfers. The work session includes updates on health services, recovery roadmaps, and insurance pool loss analysis.

• March 2022 Accounts Payable Report
• December 2021 Purchase Card Report
• February 2022 Cash Transfer Report
• Gunnison Valley Health Board of Trustees Update
• CTSI Insurance Pool Update & Loss Analysis

The Board of County Commissioners held a special meeting and unanimously approved the Treasurer's Report, March 2022 accounts payable totaling $1,546,777.49, and a February 2022 cash transfer of $10,776,236.71. The board also noted a 22% increase in January sales tax revenue compared to the prior year. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Accepted Treasurer's Report and authorized chair's signature (unanimous)
• Approved March 2022 accounts payable of $1,546,777.49 (unanimous)
• Approved February 2022 cash transfer of $10,776,236.71 (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review the 2022 Budget-in-Brief and a quarterly fiscal transparency report. The agenda includes resolutions for temporary weight restrictions on County Road 734 and County Road 38, as well as several liquor license renewals.

• Temporary weight restriction resolution for County Road 734 (Slate River Road)
• Temporary seasonal closure and weight restriction for County Road 38 (Gold Basin Road)
• $72,000 intergovernmental agreement with San Miguel County for COVID-19 vaccine access
• $25,000 public service grant from City of Gunnison for early childhood and Latinx outreach
• Public record request policy revision changing hourly staff fee to $33.58

The Board of County Commissioners approved three resolutions: temporary weight restrictions on County Road 734 (Slate River Road) and a seasonal closure with weight restrictions on County Road 38 (Gold Basin Road), both effective March 21 through May 15, 2022. The board also approved a 3.54% increase in ground rent at the Gold Basin Industrial Park, effective April 1, 2022. All motions passed with Commissioner Smith absent.

• Approved Resolution 2022-14: temporary 15-ton weight limit on CR 734 (Slate River Road) from CR 317 to trailhead, Mar 21-May 15 (2-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-15: temporary closure of CR 38 (Gold Basin Road) from Bambi Parking Area to Saguache County line, with 10-ton limit for adjacent landowners, Mar 21-May 15 (2-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-16: Gold Basin Industrial Park ground rent adjusted to $3,320/acre/year, effective Apr 1 (2-0)
• Approved three liquor licenses: Crested Butte Country Club, Paradise Restaurant, and The Wooden Spoon (2-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $72,000 HRSA grant for COVID-19 vaccine access and $25,000 early childhood grant (2-0)
• Approved update to County Financial Policy 1.2.1.3 and Purchasing Policy 1.2.10 (2-0)
• Approved temporary road use agreement with Gunnison Nordic Club for Cottonwood Classic bike ride on May 26 (2-0)
• Approved letter of support for Somerset Water District's matching fund application (2-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a work session and special meeting. The agenda includes a discussion on the Good Deed Program and interviews for committee appointments.

• Presentation and discussion regarding the Good Deed Program
• Interviews for the Historic Preservation Committee with Elinda Card and Jody Reeser
• Gunnison County Boards and Commissions Appointments

The Board of County Commissioners held a special meeting to make appointments to various county boards and commissions. They reappointed Les White, Janet Washburn, Tom Walker, Elinda Card, Jody Reeser, and Dr. John Tarr, and appointed new members to the Extension Advisory Board, Planning Commission, and Sustainable Tourism and Outdoor Recreation Board. No appointments were made for the 7th Judicial Community Corrections Board, Gunnison Valley Regional Housing Authority, or Region 10 due to lack of applicants or pending further action.

• Reappointed Les White to Board of Adjustments and Board of Appeals (unanimous)
• Reappointed Janet Washburn and appointed Dan Zadra to Extension Advisory Board (unanimous)
• Appointed Steffanie Chain to Gunnison Basin Sage-grouse Strategic Committee (unanimous)
• Reappointed Tom Walker to Gunnison Watershed Weed Commission (unanimous)
• Reappointed Elinda Card and Jody Reeser to Historic Preservation Commission (unanimous)
• Reappointed Dr. John Tarr as Medical Health Officer (unanimous)
• Appointed Julie Baca, Matt Schwartz, Fred Niederer, Beth Appleton, Heather Zeilman to Planning Commission (unanimous)
• Appointed Matt Reed, Kevin Alexander, Kimberly Schappert, David Ochs, Celeste Helminski to STOR Board (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will vote on adopting the 2020 Model Traffic Code and a resolution regarding open fire bans. The body is also reviewing several grant applications and a townhome plat approval.

• FAA Grant Application for Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional Airport terminal renovation: $1,000,000
• Adoption of Ordinance No. 18 regulating traffic via the 2020 Model Traffic Code
• Energy Impact Assistance Fund grant for South 14th Street Housing HVAC systems: $200,000
• Mountain Shelters Townhomes Plat approval for Lot 29, Block 2, Crested Butte South
• Consulting services agreement with Gunnison Conservation District for a Wildlife Biologist: up to $12,000

The Board of County Commissioners unanimously adopted Ordinance No. 18, which adopts the 2020 Model Traffic Code and a county-specific parking ordinance, effective April 3, 2022. They also unanimously approved Resolution 2022-13, granting the Sheriff authority to impose fire restriction stages (I and II) through December 31, 2022. Additionally, the Board approved a townhome plat for Mountain Shelters, an Energy Impact Assistance Fund grant application for heat pumps, and a Memorandum of Understanding with the Town of Crested Butte for water/sewer infrastructure assessment.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 18 (Model Traffic Code and parking regulations) unanimously
• Approved Resolution 2022-13 (fire restrictions, Sheriff authority) unanimously
• Approved Mountain Shelters Townhomes plat, Lot 29, Block 2, Crested Butte South (Commissioner Mason recused)
• Approved EIAF grant application for heat pump HVAC systems at South 14th Street housing ($200,000) unanimously
• Approved MOU with Town of Crested Butte for water/sewer infrastructure assessment (Whetstone) unanimously
• Approved Consent Agenda (FAA grant, GCD consulting, health partnership agreements, etc.) unanimously

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will conduct a special meeting for treasurer reports followed by a work session. Discussion topics include water quality modifications, a mental health merger update, and sage-grouse guidelines. The afternoon includes several interviews for various county boards and commissions.

• Marshall Creek Temporary Modifications update
• Center for Mental Health merger with AXIS Health Systems update
• Gunnison Basin Sage-grouse Strategic Committee Guidelines discussion
• Interviews for Extension Advisory Board, Historic Preservation Commission, and Planning Commission

The Board of County Commissioners held a special meeting and approved the Treasurer's Report, February 2022 accounts payable vouchers totaling $6,729,298.17, and a January 2022 cash transfer of $5,471,891.54. All motions passed unanimously. The board also discussed a discrepancy in the January 2022 Sales Tax-LMD report, which the CFO agreed to investigate.

• Approved the Treasurer's Report as presented, authorizing the Chair's signature.
• Approved February 2022 accounts payable vouchers totaling $6,729,298.17.
• Approved the January 2022 cash transfer in the amount of $5,471,891.54.
• Noted a discrepancy in the January 2022 Sales Tax-LMD report; CFO to investigate.

Gunnison Basin Sage-grouse Strategic Committee

The Gunnison Basin Sage-grouse Strategic Committee will discuss the County Sage-Grouse Conservation Action Plan. The meeting includes updates on cheatgrass, a coordinator position, and raven depredation carcass mitigation.

• Gunnison County Sage-Grouse Conservation Action Plan discussion
• Cheatgrass and Coordinator Position update
• Raven Depredation Carcass Mitigation update
• Development Flowchart review

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider a new ordinance adopting the 2020 Model Traffic Code. The meeting also includes a public hearing for a street and alley vacation request and discussion regarding two-lot clusters in Ohio City.

• Public Hearing: Street and Alley Vacation Request in Ohio City
• Discussion: Two Lot Clusters in Ohio City (LUC-21-00056)
• Introduction: Ordinance adopting the 2020 Model Traffic Code
• Consent Agenda: $45,390 Memorandum of Agreement with Crystal River Chamber of Commerce
• Consent Agenda: $6,000 financial assistance to Gunnison Conservation District

Gunnison-Hinsdale Board of Human Services

The Gunnison-Hinsdale Board of Human Services will meet to approve minutes, plan 2022 meetings, receive program updates on funding and staffing, discuss legislative priorities, and review a performance report. The agenda is largely routine administrative business with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of December 21, 2021 minutes
• 2022 meeting planning
• Program updates: funding overview and staffing updates
• Legislative priorities discussion
• Performance report review

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will conduct a work session covering several agency reports. Discussions include updates from water districts, the CSU Extension Office, and emergency management performance.

• Colorado River Water Conservation District Report
• Colorado State University Extension Office 2021 highlights
• Cheatgrass Treatment Coordinator Scope of Work Draft
• HB1177 Gunnison Basin Roundtable Report
• Upper Gunnison River Water Conservancy District Report

Environmental Health Board

The Environmental Health Board will hold a public hearing regarding a request from Sally Kuisle. The request seeks a variance to Gunnison County OWTS Regulations for a parcel less than one acre at 132 Laurel Street.

• Public hearing for OWTS-21-00325 at 132 Laurel Street, Tincup
• Approval of January 20, 2022, meeting minutes
• Approval of board officers and meeting times

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider resolutions to establish fee and rate schedules for water and sewer services across several district divisions. The meeting includes a series of financial assistance agreements for local nonprofits and an executive session regarding a workforce housing project on South 14th Street.

• Resolutions for water and sewer fee schedules in Antelope Hills, Dos Rios, North Gunnison, Somerset, and Tomichi divisions
• GOCO Trust Fund Grant for a Fellowship Program: $150,000
• Contract amendment for Family Child Care Homes and Resource and Referral: $89,280
• Financial assistance agreements for various nonprofits ranging from $4,500 to $12,000
• Executive session regarding property interests for the South 14th Street Workforce Housing Project

The Board unanimously delegated full authority to the County Manager to negotiate and execute contracts, obtain financing, and work toward next steps on the South 14th Street Workforce Housing Project. The Board also approved seven resolutions establishing new water and sewer rates and fees across multiple districts, and adopted a resolution updating fees for the Fred R. Field Western Heritage Center.

• Delegated full authority to County Manager for South 14th Street Workforce Housing Project (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-4 updating Fred R. Field Western Heritage Center fees (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-5 Antelope Hills sewer rates (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-6 Antelope Hills water rates (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-7 Dos Rios sewer rates (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-8 Dos Rios water rates (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-9 North Gunnison sewer rates (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-10 Somerset sewer rates (unanimous)

Gunnison-Hinsdale Board of Human Services

The Board of Commissioners will consider several resolutions to establish new fee schedules for water and sewer services across multiple districts. The agenda also includes the approval of numerous financial assistance agreements for local non-profits and a contract amendment for early childhood services.

• New fee and rate schedules for Antelope Hills, Dos Rios, North Gunnison, Somerset, and Tomichi water/sewer divisions
• $89,280 contract amendment for Family Child Care Homes and Resource and Referral
• $150,000 GOCO Trust Fund Grant for a Fellowship Program
• Financial assistance agreements for local groups including the Gunnison Country Food Pantry ($6,000) and Project Hope ($10,000)
• Approval of funding for White River National Forest Service Protection Officers

The Board unanimously approved delegating full authority to the County Manager to negotiate and execute contracts, obtain financing, and work toward next steps on the South 14th Street Workforce Housing Project. The Board also approved seven resolutions establishing new water and sewer rates for various county districts, and adopted a new fee policy for the Fred R. Field Western Heritage Center. Several board and commission appointments were made, and a $10,000 contract with the White River National Forest Service for a protection officer was approved.

• Delegated full authority to County Manager for South 14th Street Workforce Housing Project (unanimous)
• Approved water/sewer rate resolutions for Antelope Hills, Dos Rios, North Gunnison, Somerset, and Tomichi districts (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-4 updating Fred R. Field Western Heritage Center fees (unanimous)
• Approved $10,000 contract with White River National Forest Service for protection officer (unanimous)
• Approved $6,072.29 IGA #22-17137 for Hinsdale County Human Services benchmarks (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including $150,000 GOCO grant and multiple MOAs (unanimous)
• Appointed members to Environmental Health Board, Library Board, and other committees (unanimous)
• Approved October 19, 2021 and December 21, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a work session to discuss several projects and policy updates. Because this is a work session, formal action cannot be taken on the items. The meeting includes reviews of utility fees, traffic codes, and forest agreements.

• Proposed Utility Investment (Tap) Fee Changes
• Model Traffic Code/Ordinance discussion
• Mt. Crested Butte Master Plan presentation
• Los Alamos National Laboratory SAIL/SPLASH Project
• White River Forest Agreement for Summer Employees

Planning Commission

The Gunnison County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposal by the Cimarron Mountain Club to modify its development, including reducing owner families and lots, adding staff housing and a lodge, and installing solar power. The commission will also begin a training course.

• Public hearing on Cimarron Mountain Club (LUC-21-00020): reduce owner families and private lots from 15 to 13
• Move equipment barn to separate 35-acre Barn Parcel
• Construct up to ten tiny houses for staff use
• Build a new lodge on the 35-acre Lodge Parcel and install solar power system
• Construct a 500-600 sq. ft. High Park Lake Cabin

Environmental Health Board

The Gunnison County Environmental Health Board will hold a public hearing to consider a variance to the county's OWTS regulations for a second onsite wastewater treatment system on a single parcel at 27711 County Road 12. The board will also approve minutes from the November 18, 2021 meeting, handle organizational business such as officer approval and meeting times, and allow unscheduled citizen comments.

• Public hearing for OWTS variance at 27711 County Road 12 (OWTS-21-00293)
• Approval of minutes from 11-18-2021 meeting
• Organizational business: approval of officers and meeting times
• Unscheduled citizens comments

Gunnison Basin Sage-grouse Strategic Committee

The Gunnison Basin Sage-grouse Strategic Committee is meeting via Zoom to discuss several sage-grouse conservation topics. Items include raven depredation carcass mitigation, a cheatgrass and coordinator position update, a development flowchart, and updates to the Gunnison County Sage-Grouse Conservation Action Plan. The meeting also includes public comments and approval of prior minutes.

• Raven depredation carcass mitigation discussion
• Cheatgrass and coordinator position update
• Development flowchart discussion
• Gunnison County Sage-Grouse Conservation Action Plan discussion and updates
• Approval of December 15, 2021 meeting minutes

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider a resolution regarding license requirements for building contractors. The meeting includes several contract approvals and a presentation on the annexation of three parcels on the north boundary of the City of Gunnison.

• Public hearing and resolution for building contractor license requirements
• Mosquito Management Services contract with Vector Disease Control International, LLC for $100,587.66 in 2022
• Vexcel Data Product quotation from Sanborn Map Company for $40,562.31
• Intergovernmental Agreement for COVID-19 vaccine access grant monies for $35,000
• Boundary line adjustment for Hugo Living Trust and Spann Ranches (LUC-21-00066)

The Board of County Commissioners approved Resolution 2022-2, adopting license requirements for building contractors in unincorporated Gunnison County, effective February 1, 2023. The board also approved a $100,000 grant match for a broadband project, appointed Mark Kaufman to the Gunnison Valley Health Board of Trustees, and approved the consent agenda and other routine items.

• Approved Resolution 2022-2 adopting building contractor license requirements (unanimous)
• Committed $100,000 toward broadband project grant match (unanimous)
• Appointed Mark Kaufman to Gunnison Valley Health Board of Trustees (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including $40,562.31 Vexcel data product and $100,587.66 mosquito management contract (unanimous)
• Approved January 2022 accounts payable of $4,708,233.46 (unanimous)
• Approved December 2021 cash transfer of $7,124,146.09 (unanimous)
• Approved boundary line adjustment between Hugo Living Trust and Spann Ranches (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-3 establishing precinct boundaries (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a work session to discuss economic recovery and environmental projects. As a work session, formal action cannot be taken on these items.

• COVID-19 Economic Recovery Update
• Gunnison Stewardship Fund, Sustainable Tourism and Outdoor Recreation (STOR) Corps, and STOR Committee Update
• Mt. Emmons and Coal Creek Project; Water Quality Update

Planning Commission

The Gunnison County Planning Commission will hold a joint work session with the Board of County Commissioners to discuss the BOCC Strategic Plan and policy initiatives. Later, they will review a work session for the Cimarron Mountain Club, which proposes reducing owner lots, adding staff housing, and other changes. The meeting is preliminary and may be adjusted.

• Joint work session with BOCC on strategic plan and policy initiatives
• Cimarron Mountain Club (LUC-21-00020): reduce owner families/lots from 15 to 13
• Proposed tiny houses for staff and new equipment barn on 35-acre Barn Parcel
• New lodge on 35-acre Lodge Parcel and solar power system
• High Park Lake Cabin (500-600 sq ft) at 5201 Cimarron Mountain Road

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will conduct annual reorganization, including designating a Chairperson and Vice Chairperson for 2022. The meeting also includes interviews for the Gunnison Valley Hospital Board of Trustees and several appointments to regional boards and committees.

• Designation of 2022 BOCC Chairperson and Vice Chairperson
• Interviews for Kathleen Gentry, Mark Kaufman, and Polly Oberosler for Gunnison Valley Hospital Board of Trustees
• Alcohol Beverage License #42-95237-0000 for 456 Entertainment, LLC (Tully’s) in Crested Butte
• Resolution to extend authorization for ATV, OHV, and UTV use on a portion of County Road #3
• Assignment of Option between the Gunnison County Housing Authority and the Board of County Commissioners

The Board unanimously approved Resolution 2022-1, extending the authorization for ATV, OHV, and UTV use on a portion of County Road 3 (Marble Road) until May 3, 2022. The Board also approved the 2022 meeting schedules, reappointed commissioners to various boards, and approved the assignment of a housing authority option. An executive session was held to discuss property negotiations, and the Board delegated authority to the County Manager to pursue related documents.

• Approved Resolution 2022-1 extending ATV/OHV/UTV use on County Road 3 until May 3, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting and Work Session schedules (unanimous)
• Reappointed commissioners to boards including Gunnison Valley Rural Transportation Authority, Region 10, and Sage-grouse Strategic Committee (unanimous)
• Approved assignment of option between Gunnison County Housing Authority and BOCC (unanimous)
• Approved Alcohol Beverage License for Tully's in Crested Butte (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 meeting agenda posting location at Gunnison County Courthouse (unanimous)
• Approved adding a seat for Western Colorado University faculty on the Gunnison Basin Sage-grouse Strategic Committee (unanimous)
• Delegated authority to County Manager to pursue property negotiation documents after executive session (unanimous)