Huerfano County public meetings in 2024

Board of County Commissioners

The Huerfano County Board of Commissioners will approve the meeting agenda and a series of consent items, including personnel changes and a K‑9 care payout. They will vote on several action items: a law enforcement services agreement with the City of Walsenburg, a contract with Tyler Technologies for an ERP Pro system, a merchant agreement with World Fuel Services for airport card processing, and an amendment to obligations of ARPA state and local funds. An executive session will be held to discuss security arrangements and county jail improvements.

• City of Walsenburg Law Enforcement Services Agreement
• Tyler Technologies ERP Pro Agreement
• World Fuel Services Airport Card Processing Merchant Agreement
• Amendment to Obligations of ARPA State and Local Funds
• County Jail Improvements (executive session discussion)

Huerfano County Building Authority Board

The Huerfano County Building Authority Board will meet on Dec. 19, 2024. The agenda includes discussion of the Alternative Build TBD BP-24-201 project for Heggen, reference checks for new contractors, and a discussion on electrical power. No specific decisions are indicated in the agenda.

• Alternative Build TBD BP-24-201 Heggen (new business)
• Reference checks for new contractors (new business)
• Discussion of electrical power (discussion item)

The Huerfano County Building Authority Board approved Q & N Construction to proceed with alternative build BP-24-201 for Heggen, and adopted a new policy requiring new contractors to hold a license from a county with reference checks or provide at least two signed letters of reference. The board also approved the November 21, 2024 minutes and discussed upcoming electrical changes.

• Approved Q & N Construction for alternative build BP-24-201 (unanimous)
• Adopted policy requiring new contractors to hold a license from a county with reference checks or provide two signed reference letters (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from 11/21/24 (unanimous)

Huerfano County Tourism Board

The Tourism Board will review updated fund statements, sales and lodging tax trends, and December bill payments. The board will discuss marketing and management grants from the CTO, as well as several ongoing projects including a billboard and domain name purchase.

• December 2024 bill payments
• CTO Marketing Grant kickoff
• CTO Management Grant
• 7th & Main Billboard
• Domain name purchase

Board of Human Services

The Board of Human Services will consider a temporary approval to match APS on‑call pay to CPS on‑call pay while a new on‑call policy is being developed. The agenda also includes approvals of November meeting minutes and financials, adoption of several HCPF policies, and a contract with Language Line Solutions. Staff reports will cover CCCAP discussion and updates from adult services, assistance payments, child welfare, the family resource center, and overall organization.

• Approval of November meeting minutes
• Approval of November financial statements
• Contract with Language Line Solutions
• Adoption of multiple HCPF policies (e.g., Private Health Confidentiality, Program Integrity, Dispute Resolution and Fair Hearings)
• Temporary on‑call APS pay parity request

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to decide on annual employee salaries and end-of-year bonuses. The agenda includes approvals for bridge replacement grants and asbestos mitigation. The board will also consider liquor license renewals for two local businesses.

• Resolution for Annual County Employee Salaries and End of Year Bonus
• Notice of Award and Agreement for County Road 543 Bridge Replacement
• Asbestos Mitigation Contract for 129 Kansas
• Liquor License Renewals for Four Seasons Bar and Grill and Tiny Inn
• Reclamation Permit Application for Peakview gravel pit

Planning Commission

The Huerfano County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on its Draft Comprehensive Plan. The meeting will also include updates on oil and gas regulation and local government development (LGD). An upcoming workshop on housing regulations is noted for future discussion.

• Public Hearing on Draft Comprehensive Plan
• Oil and Gas Regulation Updates
• LGD Updates
• Workshop on Housing Regulations (planned after adjournment)
• Reading of minutes from October 10, 2024

Board of County Commissioners

The Huerfano County Board of Commissioners will vote on four resolutions. Resolution 24-47 adopts the 2025 county budget. Resolution 24-48 sets the 2025 mill levy. Resolution 24-49 appropriates sums of money, and Resolution 24-50 adopts the 2025 organizational chart.

• Resolution 24-47: Adopt the 2025 County Budget
• Resolution 24-48: Set the 2025 Mill Levy
• Resolution 24-49: Appropriate Sums of Money
• Resolution 24-50: Adopt 2025 Organizational Chart

The Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved the 2025 county budget, set the mill levy, and appropriated funds. All four resolutions passed with a 3-0 vote.

• Adopted 2025 County Budget via Resolution #24-47 (3-0)
• Set 2025 Mill Levy at $3,223.725 via Resolution #24-48 (3-0)
• Appropriated $24,854,602 to funds and agencies via Resolution #24-49 (3-0)
• Adopted 2025 Organizational Chart via Resolution #24-50 (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Huerfano County Board of Commissioners will vote on the 2025 County Budget and the 2025 mill levy. Additional resolutions include appropriating funds, adopting the 2025 organizational chart, and approving various contracts and grant applications. The meeting also includes public comment, staff reports, and an executive session.

• Resolution 24-47 to Adopt the 2025 County Budget
• Resolution 24-48 to Set the 2025 Mill Levy
• Resolution 24-49 to Appropriate Sums of Money
• Contract Amendments for HAVA Grant
• Liquor License Renewal for Tacos on the Fly

The Huerfano County Board of County Commissioners approved several action items, including a $252,958.36 vendor run, a $59,325.98 purchase order and quote for dispatch consoles from Didgitcom Electronics, and multiple Spillman software services for the Sheriff's Office. The board also approved a $25,240 noxious weed grant application, a liquor license renewal for Tacos on the Fly, and an intergovernmental agreement with Walsenburg for law enforcement services. The 2025 budget adoption and related resolutions were tabled to the December 12 meeting due to technical difficulties.

• Approved Noxious Weed 2025 Preliminary Grant Application for $25,240 (unanimous)
• Approved Liquor License Renewal for Tacos on the Fly / Cuchara Yacht Club (unanimous)
• Approved December 11, 2024 Vendor Run for $252,958.36 (unanimous)
• Approved Purchase Order #337 from Didgitcom Electronics for $59,325.98 (unanimous)
• Approved Quote for Dispatch Consoles from Didgitcom Electronics for $59,325.98 (unanimous)
• Approved Walsenburg Law Enforcement Services Agreement through end of 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved Spillman Application Administrator Managed Services for $28,800 (unanimous)
• Approved On-Site Spillman Flex Audit & Training for $18,600 (unanimous)

Huerfano County Building Authority Board

The Huerfano County Building Authority Board will review meeting minutes and consider appointments. New business includes a refund request (BP-24-114) and a building permit renewal (19-028). The board will also discuss proposed changes to the 2021 Building Codes.

• Refund request BP-24-114 (Thomsen)
• Renewal of building permit 19-028 (Santacruz)
• Update on Chris Morales case 17-145 (old business)
• Discussion of changes to 2021 Building Codes

Board of Human Services

The Huerfano County Board of Human Services will approve the October meeting minutes and October DHS financial statements. It will appoint Michelle Trujillo to Family Time Supervision and approve a contract for an attorney handling conflicted cases. Staff reports will include a presentation of the 2025 budget and updates from adult services, assistance payments, child welfare, family resource center, and operations. An executive session will follow the public agenda items.

• Approval of October Board of Human Services minutes
• Approval of October Department of Human Services financials
• Staffing appointment: Michelle Trujillo – Family Time Supervision
• Contract approval: Attorney for conflicted cases
• Staff report: 2025 budget

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold workshops on the Clerk and Recorder and Road and Bridge budgets. The meeting includes decisions on equipment leases, law enforcement gear, and grant applications.

• Resolution #24-44 for 129 Kansas Lease-Purchase with Holman Capital
• Resolution #24-45 for Water Pollution Control Revolving Fund Design and Engineering Loan
• Purchase orders for bulletproof vests and ballistic plates from Warrior Kit for HC SO
• EPA Community Change Grant application and partnership agreement
• Liquor license renewal for Walsenburg Golf

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is holding a workshop to discuss the Comprehensive Plan and housing regulations. The meeting also includes a discussion on an Innovative Housing Opportunities Plan.

• Comprehensive Plan discussion
• Housing Regulations discussion
• Innovative Housing Opportunities Plan discussion

Huerfano County Tourism Board

The Huerfano County Tourism Board will review financial reports, approve bill payments, and provide updates on partners and board activities. Old business includes the 7th & Main Billboard. New business items include discussions on CrowdRiff, Zartico, the CTO Marketing Grant kickoff and timeline, and a domain name purchase.

• 7th & Main Billboard (old business)
• CrowdRiff (new business)
• Zartico (new business)
• CTO Marketing Grant Kickoff & Timeline (new business)
• Domain Name Purchase (new business)

Board of County Commissioners

The Huerfano County Board of Commissioners will consider repealing a land transfer resolution, approve professional service agreements, and review a liquor license renewal. The meeting will also include a consent agenda for personnel matters and a study session.

• Repealing Resolution #24-44 to authorize transfer of Little Kansas Land
• Professional Service Agreement for Ben Bounds and Huerfano County SO
• Grandote Golf Inc. Liquor License Renewal and Name Change
• McKinstry Jail Kitchen Remodel Change Order
• Holman Capital 129 Kansas EOC/Dispatch Financing Proposal

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss land use requests and various service agreements. The meeting includes votes on resolutions regarding information security and opposition to Proposition 127.

• LU-24-024 Gurgaian-Poff Vacation and Bulk Water Permit #24-0009 for Karl & Carla Burmester
• Resolution #24-43 to oppose Proposition 127
• Housing Coordinator Agreement with Huerfano County Economic Development Inc.
• Special County Attorney Agreement for Lisa Powell-DeJong
• HCSO Offender Registration Contractor Service Agreement

Huerfano County Tourism Board

The Huerfano County Tourism Board will review financial reports and sales and lodging tax trends. The board is scheduled to discuss EV charging at the Walsenburg Mining Museum and the 7th & Main Billboard.

• EV Charging @ Walsenburg Mining Museum
• 7th & Main Billboard
• October 2024 Bill Payment
• 2024 Annual Report
• Texas Monthly

Board of County Commissioners

The Huerfano County Board of Commissioners will hold a public meeting at 10:00 AM, beginning with a pledge of allegiance and agenda approval. Commissioners will consider appointments, including a presentation of the preliminary FY25 budget. The meeting will adjourn and announce several upcoming workshops on administration, human services, public works, parks & recreation, and emergency management.

• Presentation of Preliminary FY25 Budget (appointment item)
• Road and Bridge Workshop at 9:00 AM
• Public meeting via Google Meet (link provided)
• Administration Workshop scheduled after adjournment
• Board of Human Services workshop at 11:00 AM

Board of Human Services

The Huerfano County Board of Human Services will meet to approve September minutes, a Memorandum of Understanding for Hotline Services, and financial reports. The meeting will also include staff reports and a preliminary budget discussion.

• Approval of September Board of Human Services minutes
• Hotline Services MOU
• September financial approval
• Preliminary budget presentation
• Executive session

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and take possible action on a lot line vacation. The body will also discuss the Harris Industrial Park and potential future workshops regarding housing code changes.

• Public hearing and possible action on LU 24-024 Vacate Lot Line Gurganian-Poff
• Discussion regarding 24-040 Harris Industrial Park
• Discussion of future workshop for Housing Code Changes

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider resolutions to vacate CR 565, Teton Ridge Road, and Yosemite Lane. The meeting includes reviews of 2025 health insurance rates and several development and infrastructure agreements. The board will also evaluate a bulk water application for Shkyview Ranch LLC.

• Resolution #24-39 for CR 565 Vacation
• Resolution #24-40 for Vacation of Teton Ridge Road and Yosemite Lane
• Shkyview Ranch LLC Bulk Water Application
• 2025 Health Insurance Rates and Contributions
• Walsenburg Riverwalk Project Agreement with Huerfano Parks and Rec District

Huerfano County Building Authority Board

The Huerfano County Building Authority Board will meet to review minutes and discuss the demolition of the Spanish Peaks Inn. The board will also discuss changes to the 2021 Adopted Building Codes and potential future projects.

• Spanish Peaks Inn Demolition
• Changes to 2021 Adopted Building Codes
• Possible Future Projects

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will convene an executive session to receive legal advice from the County Attorney on County Water Rights negotiations with the Huerfano County Water Conservancy District. The session will also cover updates on the Burch case, the Health Care Partners Foundation case, and the Stimple case. The meeting includes routine items such as agenda approval, a pledge of allegiance, and adjournment.

• Executive session – legal advice on County Water Rights negotiations with HCWCD
• Executive session – legal advice on Burch case, Health Care Partners Foundation, Stimple case
• Agenda approval
• Meeting with Sheriff Newman (upon adjournment)
• Economic Development and Outdoor Recreation Workshop at 1 PM

The Board of County Commissioners held a special meeting on October 1, 2024, approving the agenda and then entering executive session for legal advice and negotiations regarding water rights and other legal matters. No substantive decisions were made during the public portion of the meeting.

• Approved agenda as presented (3-0)
• Entered executive session for legal advice and negotiations (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 12:17 AM (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Huerfano County Board of Commissioners will approve the agenda and consent items, including meeting minutes, compensation payouts, a resignation, and an abatement. They will discuss land use matters and consider several action items such as a memorandum of understanding for confidential data, a purchase order for Insight Public Sector Inc., software and monitoring service agreements, and grant applications. Staff reports, correspondence, and an executive session will also be addressed.

• PO 301 for Insight Public Sector Inc.
• Contexture Software Agreements for HC Coroner's Office
• Monitoring Service Agreement for Security Cameras
• HC DHS HRP Grant Application Approval
• American Fidelity Agreement

Board of Human Services

The Board of Human Services will approve the August financial statements and meeting minutes. The agenda includes a discussion on a falsification policy and staff reports from various units.

• Approval of August financials
• Approval of August BHS minutes
• Falsification policy discussion
• Staff reports from Adult Services, Assistance Payments, Child Welfare, and Family Resource Center

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public meeting on September 17, 2024. Commissioners will approve the agenda, consent items, and several action items including a special event liquor license for Panadero Ski Corp., a marketing grant application, a printer lease for the community center, and an overtime pay request for the jail. An executive session will be held to receive legal advice from a county attorney regarding the Solano v. Newman appeal.

• Special Event Liquor License for Panadero Ski Corp.
• CTO Marketing Grant Approval to Apply
• Community Center Printer Lease
• Request for Overtime Pay for the Jail
• Executive session for legal advice on Solano v. Newman appeal

Huerfano County Tourism Board

The Huerfano County Tourism Board will discuss the 2025 budget draft proposal and review 2025 CTO marketing grant applications. The board will also review financial reports and discuss billboards and collaboration with Wheelhouse.

• 2025 HCTB Budget Draft Proposal
• 2025 CTO Marketing Grant Application Review
• Discussion regarding billboards
• Collaboration between Wheelhouse and HCTB
• Review of August 2024 Placer Monthly Civic Report

Board of County Commissioners

The Huerfano County Board of Commissioners will approve the meeting agenda and consent items, including minutes, compensation payouts, and new hires. Commissioners will discuss land use matters and several action items such as an amended HC CORA policy resolution, a vendor run, a purchase order, and a Region 19 Opioid Board mini‑grant agreement. The meeting also includes public comment, appointments, staff reports, and an executive session.

• Resolution 24-38 to amend HC CORA policy
• Region 19 Opioid Board Mini‑Grant Agreement
• Statewide Internet Portal Authority Government Grants Acceptance Award
• PO 297 Spatialist (purchase order)
• September 11, 2024 Vendor Run

The Board approved several action items, including Resolution #24-38 amending the county's CORA policy to increase fees, a vendor run of $97,095.63, a $6,000 purchase order for Spatialist Inc., a Region 19 Opioid Board mini-grant agreement, and appointment of Commissioner Sporleder to the CCI legislative committee. The board also accepted a $198,440 Statewide Internet Portal Authority award. All votes were unanimous (3-0).

• Approved Resolution #24-38 amending CORA policy to increase fees (3-0)
• Approved September 11, 2024 vendor run for $97,095.63 (3-0)
• Approved PO #297 for Spatialist Inc. for $6,000 annual property portal fee (3-0)
• Approved Region 19 Opioid Board Mini-Grant Agreement (3-0)
• Appointed Commissioner Sporleder to CCI legislative committee, Wardell as alternate (3-0)
• Accepted Statewide Internet Portal Authority award of $198,440 (3-0)

Huerfano County Building Authority Board

The Huerfano County Building Authority Board will review minutes from August 1, 2024, and discuss updates for three construction projects: Smith Noordik Construction, Timberline Custom Builders, and Spanish Peaks Inn. The board will also discuss plumbing and gas information.

• Review minutes from August 1, 2024
• Smith Noordik Construction BP 24-111
• Timberline Custom Builders update
• Spanish Peaks Inn update
• J&O Roofing update

Board of County Commissioners

The Huerfano County Board of Commissioners will approve the meeting agenda and consent agenda items, including minutes from August meetings. Commissioners will discuss appointments for the Majors Ranch Firewise program. The board will review a bulk water permit application for Jose Merida and John McAninich and several purchase orders for county services. An executive session will address Thorne Ranch water‑rights negotiations with HCWCD.

• Bulk Water Permit Application for Jose Merida and John McAninich
• PO 289 for Colorado Rhino Plumbing
• PO 290 Urban Atelier for Strong Communities Grant
• PO 292 for Municipal Police Consultants
• PO 293 for J's Storage Containers

Board of Human Services

The Board of Human Services will approve July minutes and financials, award contracts for FEM Services and Therapeutic Visit Services, and re-appoint a Veterans Service Officer.

• Approval of July minutes and financials
• Contract: FEM Services
• Contract: Therapeutic Visit Services
• VSO Re-Appointment
• Discussion on staffing and budgeting

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a special meeting to take action on the 2024 Abstract of Assessment Roll. The agenda also includes a road and bridge workshop and an executive session for legal advice from the County Attorney.

• Action item: 2024 Abstract of Assessment Roll
• Road and Bridge Workshop
• Executive session for legal advice from County Attorney

Huerfano County Tourism Board

The Tourism Board will review financial reports, including sales and lodging tax trends, and approve August 2024 bill payments. The board is also discussing 2025 budget preparations and a Fall 2024 CTO marketing grant.

• August 2024 bill payments
• 2025 budget preparation
• CTO Marketing Grant Fall 2024
• Update on Signs by Scott
• Fruita Colorado Welcome Center Study Trip update

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding the Gardner Public Improvement District Sewer Project. The meeting includes votes on internal control policies, an organizational chart, and software agreements for the County Assessor and Treasurer.

• Public Hearing: Gardner Public Improvement District Sewer Project
• Avenu Enterprise Solutions software agreement for County Assessor and County Treasurer
• Resolution 24-37 - Internal Controls Policy
• Resolution 24-36 - Revised Organizational Chart
• Bulk Water Permit 24-06 for Von Boeckman

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to address grant acceptance and budget planning. The session includes a review of the 2025 Budget Guidelines Memo and the DHS Core Services Plan.

• HAVA Grant Acceptance
• 2025 Budget Guidelines Memo
• DHS Core Services Plan
• Executive session regarding DHS County Attorney Update and Organizational Structure

Huerfano County Building Authority Board

The Huerfano County Building Authority Board will review the BP 20-087 Moen building permit renewal. The meeting will also receive updates on J&O, Spanish Peaks Inn, and Timberline Custom Builders. Additional items include appointments and routine procedural business.

• BP 20-087 Moen building permit renewal
• J&O update
• Spanish Peaks Inn update
• Timberline Custom Builders update
• Appointments

Board of County Commissioners

The Huerfano County Board of Commissioners will discuss three action items. They will review a 2024 Elections Intergovernmental Agreement with the City of Walsenburg, decide whether to approve applying for an Energy Impact Grant, and consider a Letter of Agreement for the South Main Industrial Park. The meeting also includes public workshops and agenda approval.

• 2024 Elections Intergovernmental Agreement – City of Walsenburg
• Energy Impact Grant approval to apply
• South Main Industrial Park Letter of Agreement

Board of County Commissioners

The Huerfano County Board of Commissioners will consider routine agenda items, including approval of minutes and personnel actions. They will discuss land‑use permits such as a bulk water permit and a ROW permit, and vote on several resolutions, notably authorizing a new account. Additional items include a grant acceptance, vendor run, and requests for sheriff overtime and special compensation.

• Resolution - New Account Authorized
• Resolution - Commissioner Liaison Responsibilities
• LU 23-040 Dos Sueños Plat Amendment
• GPID Bulk Water Permit Alder and Fourtney
• July 2024 Vendor Run

Huerfano County Building Authority Board

The Huerfano County Building Authority Board will meet to discuss new business and provide updates on several ongoing projects. The board is scheduled to review a specific alternative build and a contractor's license refund.

• BP-24-101 Fortney-Alder Alternative Build
• Carolyn Youngers-Contractor's License Refund
• Spanish Peaks Inn update
• J & O Roofing update
• Timberline Custom Builders update

Board of County Commissioners

The Huerfano County Board of County Commissioners is holding a special meeting to discuss various items, including an executive session with the County Attorney. The agenda is mostly procedural, with no major decisions or discussions listed.

Board of Human Services

The Board of Human Services will meet to approve minutes and financial reports from June. The body will also receive staff reports from several service units.

• Approval of June meeting minutes
• Approval of June financials
• Staff reports from Adult Services, Assistance Payments Unit, Child Welfare Unit, and Family Resource Center

Planning Commission

The Huerfano County Planning Commission will meet to review meeting minutes and address old business regarding plat amendment LU 23-040 BH2. No new business or specific discussions are listed on the agenda. A Comprehensive Plan workshop is scheduled to follow adjournment.

• LU 23-040 Plat Amendment BH2

Huerfano County Tourism Board

The board will review updated fund statements, balance sheets, and sales and lodging tax trends. Members will also hear reports from AdPro and the Huerfano County Chamber of Commerce. Discussion items include the La Veta Creative District and board member recruitment.

• Review of sales and lodging tax trends
• AdPro and Chamber of Commerce reports
• Spanish Peaks Outdoor Coalition update
• La Veta Creative District discussion
• HCTB board member recruitment

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will elect a Board Chair and swear in Mitchell Wardell as County Commissioner. The agenda includes resolutions regarding firearms in county facilities and ambulance regulations. The board will also consider several purchase orders and personnel changes.

• Resolution 24-31 regarding firearms in county facilities
• Resolution 24-32 to amend ambulance regulations
• Bulk water application for Nina Elder
• Purchase orders for Skyline Steel, Pueblo Brake and Clutch, and DR Power Equipment
• Swearing in of Mitchell Wardell as County Commissioner

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider land use decisions for Focus Buds and Mace Campground. The agenda includes resolutions regarding county property naming and the transfer of Huajatolla Canyon. The board will also address various professional service agreements and grant-related items.

• Decisions on land use applications for Focus Buds and Mace Campground
• Resolution 24-28 regarding County Property Naming Policy
• Resolution 24-29 regarding Huajatolla Canyon Intent to Transfer
• Professional service agreements for the Sheriff's Department and Dispatch
• Purchase order for a boiler for the jail

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a special meeting to address personnel changes and security matters. The agenda includes a resignation and a new hire for the Huerfano County Sheriff's Office. Additionally, the board will enter an executive session regarding phishing and financial security.

• Mathius De La Torre resignation (HCSO)
• Victoria Sanchez new hire (HCSO)
• Tim Pacheco sick leave donation
• Executive session on phishing and financial security

Board of Human Services

The Board of Human Services will review May meeting minutes and financial reports. The agenda also includes action items for several Family Resource Center contracts and a CMA agreement between Las Animas and Huerfano counties.

• Review of May financials
• FRC Contract: La Veta RE-1
• FRC Contract: Huerfano RE-1 Truancy
• FRC Contract: Health Department Peer Recovery
• Las Animas/Huerfano CMA Agreement

Planning Commission

The commission will review minutes from the April 25, 2024 meeting. The agenda includes a plat correction and amendment for Maria Lake. A Comprehensive Plan workshop is scheduled to follow adjournment.

• LU 24-012 Plat Correction/Amendment - Maria Lake

Huerfano County Tourism Board

The Huerfano County Tourism Board will review financial reports, including fund statements and sales and lodging tax trends. The agenda also includes partner updates and discussions regarding Placer.ai and the Spanish Peaks Outdoor Coalition.

• Review of sales and lodging tax trends
• Discussion regarding Placer.ai
• Report from Colorado Welcome Center - Fruita
• New business regarding Spanish Peaks Outdoor Coalition

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing and vote on a marijuana license for Focus Buds. The agenda also includes resolutions regarding ambulance services, immigration priorities, and the establishment of the Gardner Public Improvement District.

• Decision on marijuana license for Focus Buds
• Resolution 24-25 confirming establishment of the Gardner Public Improvement District
• Second reading of Ordinance 24-01 regarding illegal dumping
• Resolution 24-26 regarding ambulance services
• Huerfano River Bridge Project Overmatch Commitment

Huerfano County Building Authority Board

The June 6, 2024, meeting includes a review of May 16 minutes and lists several names under new and old business. The provided agenda does not specify the nature of these items or any intended actions.

• Review of May 16, 2024 minutes

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will consider several personnel actions including transfers, rehires, promotions, and resignations. An executive session is also scheduled regarding the DHS Director contract.

• Rodney Smircich position transfer (R&B)
• Francisco Lantis rehire (HCSO)
• Spencer Butler promotion and bonus (HCSO)
• Tyler Martin resignation (HCSO)
• Executive session regarding Heather Wellman, DHS Director Contract

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider several grant acceptances and applications, including the Strong Communities Planning Grant and Help America Vote Act. The meeting includes voting on professional service agreements for the Sheriff's Office and DSS, as well as a special event permit for Panadero Ski Corp.

• Acceptance of Colorado Justice Assistance Grant and Strong Communities Planning Grant
• Professional service agreements for Dee Lyons, Celia Salazar, Natasha Reifschnieder, Nancy Winsor, and Caitlyn Young
• Panadero Ski Corp. Special Event Permit
• Grant application approvals for Help America Vote Act and Local Planning Capacity
• Resolution to adopt a roadway

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a special meeting to enter an executive session. The session is for a conference with a County Attorney regarding human resources management.

• Executive session for legal advice on human resources management

Board of Human Services

The Board of Human Services will meet to approve financial reports and several contracts. The board is also reviewing staff promotions, retirements, and a resignation.

• Contract approval for Crossroads
• Approval of DHS Director Contract
• Approval of Interim Attorney Contract
• Promotion of Krista Cordova to Caseworker I
• Resignation of Lisa Powell-DeJong

Planning Commission

The Board of Adjustment is meeting to discuss old and new business regarding a variance request from Michelle Glenn. The meeting also includes the reading of the April 8, 2024 minutes.

• Variance request from Michelle Glenn

Huerfano County Tourism Board

The Tourism Board is holding a special meeting to review financial reports and process bill payments. The board will also coordinate preparations for a community meeting scheduled for May 22.

• Financial report review
• Bill payment processing
• AdPro report
• Preparation for May 22 community meeting

Huerfano County Building Authority Board

The Huerfano County Building Authority Board will meet to review building permits and conduct six-month reviews for specific projects. The board will also discuss items related to Timberline, Patel, and Maria Lake.

• Building Permits 14-115 and 17-039 (Tanner)
• 6 Month Review for project 20-069 (Keith Parsons)
• 6 Month Review for project 17-145 (Chris Morales)
• Discussion regarding Timberline
• Discussion regarding Patel and Maria Lake

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review several land use amendments and action items. Discussion includes a new illegal dumping ordinance, roadway program adoption, and various project updates.

• LU 23-042 Walsenburg Faris Plat Amendment
• LU 22-054 Hotaling Map Amendment and Vacation
• LU 24-008 Mace Campground
• LU 20-027 Vacate CR 565
• Ordinance 24-01 - Amended and Restated Illegal Dumping Ordinance

Planning Commission

The Huerfano County Planning Commission is holding a workshop to review the Draft Comprehensive Plan. No other items are listed for decision or discussion.

• Review of Draft Comprehensive Plan

Huerfano County Tourism Board

The Tourism Board will meet to review fund statements and sales and lodging tax trends. The body is scheduled to ratify contracts for Placer.ai and the Scenic Highway of Legends membership.

• Placer.ai Contract Ratification
• Scenic Highway of Legends Membership Ratification
• May 2024 Bill Payment
• Stephanie Thomsen Resignation from Tourism Board
• Colorado Welcome Center - Fruita Collaboration

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review new hires and seasonal labor agreements. The body will also consider grant extension requests and hold an executive session regarding county water rights.

• New hires for HCSO, Clerk and Recorder, and Road and Bridge
• Seasonal Labor Agreements for Art Cruz, Art Martinez, and James Sharpe
• Innovative Housing Opportunity Planning Grant extension request
• Rural Economic Development Initiative Grant extension request
• Executive session on County Water Rights - Change of Use

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing and take action regarding the Malachite RV Park. The commission will also hold a workshop to review the Draft Comprehensive Plan.

• Public hearing and action item for Malachite RV Park
• Workshop for Draft Comprehensive Plan Review
• Discussion of Planning Commission Meeting Schedule

Huerfano County Building Authority Board

The Huerfano County Building Authority Board is meeting to review new and old business regarding specific construction projects. The board will discuss a proposed Earthship home and the Maria Lake Subdivision.

• New business: Riedel- Earthship home
• Discussion: Maria Lake Subdivision
• Old business: J & O Roofing
• Old business: Patel
• Old business: Timberline, Valley Wide Construction, and Driscoll

Board of Human Services

The Board will review and approve the March minutes and financial reports. Action items include discussions regarding a drug testing policy and contract, as well as an attorney contract for HCDHS.

• Drug Testing Policy and Contract
• HCDSD Attorney Contract
• March Financial Reports Approval

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to act on personnel resignations and new hires. The agenda includes a change order for the Courthouse East Front Masonry Project and a one-month overtime request for the Sheriff's Office.

• Resignations of Laurie Terry and Taylor Wheeler
• New hires of Mathius De La Torre and Jessica Espinoza
• Courthouse East Front Masonry Project railing change order
• Sheriff's Office one-month overtime request
• Letters of support for San Isabel Electric Grid Resilience and Huerfano Community Corporation CDS

Planning Commission

The commission will conduct a workshop regarding the Draft Comprehensive Plan Review. The public meeting includes a hearing for the vacation of County Road 565 and an action item for a plat amendment.

• Draft Comprehensive Plan Review workshop
• Public hearing for 20-27 Vacation of County Road 565
• Action item for 23-42 Plat Amendment - Faris/Walsenburg

Huerfano County Tourism Board

The Tourism Board will review financial reports and approve April 2024 bill payments. The meeting includes reports from the Huerfano County Chamber of Commerce and the Scenic Highway of Legends.

• Resolution 24-04-TB April 2024 Bill Payment
• Placer.ai Contract Proposal
• Lathrop State Park Ribbon Cutting report
• Scenic Highway of Legends report
• Gravel Adventures Social Ride discussion

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider updates to the Land Use Code and various operational agreements. The meeting includes discussions on grant applications for court security and accessibility, as well as a hearing regarding the Gardner Public Improvement District.

• Resolution to update Section 7 of the Land Use Code
• RFP 2024-01 Award Recommendation for Floodplain Management
• PO 237 for Gardner Community Center Vault Toilet
• Prisoner Transport Van Lease Agreement
• Law Enforcement Center HVAC Project

Planning Commission

The Board of Adjustment will meet to elect a Chairperson and conduct a public hearing regarding the Appel variance. The board will also review minutes from September 7, 2023.

• Election of Chairperson
• Appel Variance public hearing

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a workshop to review the Draft Comprehensive Plan. The public meeting includes a discussion regarding a plat amendment for Dos Sueños (LU-23-040).

• Draft Comprehensive Plan Review
• Dos Sueños (LU-23-040) Plat Amendment discussion

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider establishing an Opioid Settlement Fund and appointing Destry DeWolf to the Board of Adjustment. The meeting includes discussions on cannabis in Walsenburg and the revocation of a conditional use permit. The board will also review several letters of support for Congressionally Directed Spending.

• Resolution to Establish Opioid Settlement Fund
• Walsenburg Cannabis and Revocation of CUP 22-57
• HCSO Transport Lease Purchase Resolution and Agreement
• PO 234 Independence Day Fireworks
• Urban Atelier On-Call Planning Services Agreement

Huerfano County Building Authority Board

The Huerfano County Building Authority Board is reviewing several outstanding code issues and construction projects. The board is discussing enforcement actions and safety requirements for various local properties.

• Discussion of missing certificate of occupancy for Driscoll
• Code enforcement letters for Mountain View Solar and Sun Solar referred to the attorney
• Request for boarding and fencing at the abandoned Gardner motel for public safety
• Status updates on demolition and asbestos testing for Patel
• Contractor license renewal and permit fee reminders for J & O Roofing

Board of Human Services

The Board of Human Services will meet to approve previous minutes and the January financial report. The board is scheduled to address a vehicle policy and a DHS attorney contract.

• January Financial Report
• Vehicle Policy
• DHS Attorney Contract

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is holding a workshop to interview four firms for on-call planning services. No other decisions or ordinances are listed on the agenda.

• Interview with Urban Atelier
• Interview with Community Planning Strategies
• Interview with SafeBuilt
• Interview with Cascade Environmental

Huerfano County Tourism Board

The Tourism Board will review financial reports and tax trends. The body is scheduled to discuss marketing co-op options and a data demo from Placer.ai.

• Grandote Golf Course billboard request update
• Gravel Guide May 4th Social Ride
• CTO Marketing Co-Op options
• Placer.ai data demo
• RTAP Community Workshop

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to address personnel resignations, new hires, and pay increases for sheriff deputies and jail officers. The body will also consider appointments to the La Veta Cemetery District and Federal Mineral Lease District.

• Pay increases for Sheriff Deputies and Jail Officers
• Appointment of Gary Bailey to La Veta Cemetery District
• Appointment of William Barlow to Federal Mineral Lease District
• Mountain Masonry Cost Proposal
• Cuchara Mountain Park Open Container Application

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to act on financial agreements and software renewals. The meeting includes an executive session for legal advice regarding a quiet title case.

• 2023 Cost Allocation Plan Agreement
• Revised 2023 Audit Engagement Letter
• PO 217 Brightly Smart Gov Renewal
• Executive session regarding JJH Property 3, LLC v. Huerfano County

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to consider the establishment of a County Parks Board and review several land and lease agreements. The agenda includes approvals for grant applications and legal service agreements.

• Resolution 24-14 to Establish a County Parks Board
• Mountain Disposal Lease Agreement for Waste Transfer Station
• City of Walsenburg Law Enforcement Agreement Extension
• Shultz Law Office Legal Services Agreement
• Conservation Trust Fund Transfer for Walsenburg Golf Course

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet to address land use items and regulatory discussions. The body is reviewing a plat amendment and a vacation request. Members will also discuss Section 7 regulations and a potential joint workshop with the BOCC.

• Dos Sueños- LU-23-040- Plat Amendment
• Rodriguez- 20-027- Vacation
• Section 7 Regulations discussion
• Proposed joint workshop with BOCC on Comprehensive Plan for March 19

Board of Human Services

The Board of Human Services will meet to approve the January 2024 minutes and a revision to the Civil Rights Policy. The board will also review financial reports for September through December 2023 and receive staff reports from various service units.

• Civil Rights Policy Revision
• Review of September, October, November, and December 2023 financials
• Staff reports from Assistance Payments, Child Welfare, Adult Services, and Family Resource Center units

Huerfano County Building Authority Board

The Huerfano County Building Authority Board will meet to review license renewals and project updates. The board is scheduled to discuss the condemnation of the Gardner Hotel.

• RC Concrete License Renewal
• Discussion on Gardner Hotel condemnation
• Updates on Sun Solar
• Updates on Mountain View Solar code letter
• Updates on Spanish Peaks Motel on Highway 160

Huerfano County Tourism Board

The Tourism Board is meeting to review fund statements, sales and lodging tax trends, and project updates. The body will consider a resolution for MailChimp access reimbursement.

• Resolution No. 24-02-TB for February MailChimp Access reimbursement
• SPC Website Launch update
• Gravel Adventures Social Ride scheduled for May 4th
• La Veta STR update
• OSO Cold Festival report

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review several action items including a Waste Transfer Station award recommendation and a retail liquor license renewal for Cuchara Spirits. The meeting includes personnel changes and a discussion on the Thorne Ranch sale in executive session.

• RFP 2023-11 Waste Transfer Station Award Recommendation
• Cuchara Spirits Retail Liquor License Renewal
• Resolution 24-14 Appointing Lenna Rauber to HC Planning Commission
• Gardner Broadband Project Letter of Support
• Executive session regarding Thorne Ranch Sale

Planning Commission

The Huerfano County Planning Commission is meeting to address specific land use actions and regulatory updates. The body will consider a plat amendment and two separate easement vacations.

• 23-040 Plat Amendment and Easement Vacation - BH2
• 23-047 Vacate Taylexcal
• Update on Section 7 Regulations
• Planning Request for Proposals discussion

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to process several staff resignations, layoffs, and promotions. The agenda also includes decisions on liquor license renewals, professional service agreements, and grant applications.

• Personnel actions including resignations for Cameron Gonzales and Maurice Cheeks
• Approval of Public Building Electrification Grant and WaterSMART Grant application
• Liquor license renewals for Four Seasons Bar and Grill, Tiny Inn, Dog Bar and Grill, and Walsenburg Golf Course
• Professional services agreements with Ehlers Public Finance Arbitrage Consulting and Northland Securities
• Recommendation for award of Badito Ranch on the River Ag Lease

Huerfano County Building Authority Board

The Board will review minutes from the December 7, 2023, meeting and hold nominations for Chairperson and Vice Chairperson. The agenda includes discussions regarding various building-related matters and permits.

• Nominations for Chairperson and Vice Chairperson
• Demolition Permit for Spanish Peaks Motel on Hwy 160
• Driscoll-Code Letter regarding non-permitted buildings
• Discussion of items including Onyx Creek Exteriors, Sun Solar, and J & O Roofing

Board of Human Services

The Board will review staff reports from various units and consider several action items. These include reaffirming agreements for child care assistance and Colorado Works, as well as a contract with the Las Animas County Health Department.

• Promotion of Kyle Gomez to Caseworker I
• Reaffirmation of Memorandum of Understanding for Colorado Child Care Assistance Program
• Contract for continued services with Las Animas County Health Department
• Reaffirmation of Memorandum of Understanding for Colorado Works
• Executive session regarding DHS personnel and salary discussion

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a workshop and public meeting regarding staff updates and land use regulations. The commission is scheduled to take action on an update to the Section 7 Land Use Code.

• Action item: Section 7 Land Use Code Update
• Workshop: Planning Staffing Discussion
• Workshop: Section 7 Regulations

Huerfano County Tourism Board

The Board will conduct an election for the Board Chair and review updated fund statements and sales and lodging tax trends. The meeting includes updates on a website redesign and the upcoming launch of the Gravel Adventure Field Guide.

• Board Chair election
• Payment authorization for Schuster's Printing & AdPro via Resolution No. 24-01-TB
• Website redesign review
• Gravel Adventure Field Guide May 4th, 2024 launch party planning
• La Veta Short-Term Rental update

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to discuss the 2024 budget presentation. Action items include adopting the annual budget, mill levy, and several board appointments.

• Resolution 24-02: Adopting Budget 2024
• Resolution 24-03: Mill Levy to Defray Costs 2024
• Resolution 24-04: Annual Appropriation 2024
• Reappointment of Lonnie Brown to Planning Commission
• Agreement between HC Assessor and ValueWest Inc