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👤 Members & officials (132)
Members seen in recent official meeting records — names and roles as published.
Who’s on the Logan County Commissioners
- Mike Brownell
- Alan Samber
- Debbie Unrein
- Jim Yahn
- Marilee Johnson
- Jennifer Crow
- Mike Burri
- Rick Cullip
- Callie Jones
- Jim Santomaso
- Rob Quint
- Josilyn Lutze
- Jerry Sonnenberg
- Trae Miller
- Pam Bacon
- Diana Korbe
- Jeff Rice
- Josh Klein
- Leo Gorgens
- Wayne Howard
- Brian Kailey
- Dave Conley
- Patty Bartlett
- Ben Gager
- Blake Marcus
- Caitlin Baseggio
- Christopher Kelley
- Cynthia Mills
- Dennis Aulston
- Dusty Johnson
- Elaine Meisner
- Jason Triplett
- Jeff Schiel
- Kaitlynn Storch
- Kay Rich
- Kent Vance
- Larry Caster
- Lavon Ritter
- Logan Bell
- Lonnie Knudsen
- Michelle Sharp
- Nathan Keiser
- Rick Culllip
- Rob Kasper
- Spencer Morrison
- Terrie May
- Tom Kiel
- Aaron Hettinger
- Ada Medrut
- Alecia Phillips
- Amber Beesom
- Anastasia Nebieridze
- Andy Spielman
- Angela Kana-Veydovec
- Annabelle Mills
- Ashley Munez
- Ashley Smith
- Beryl Wagner
- Brett Powell
- Byron Gillham
- Byron Pelton
- Cameron Cummings
- Camille Blakely
- Carl McGuire
- Chris Haas
- Chris Hans
- Chris Senesi
- Christine Baseggio
- Claire Mull
- Cody Howell
- Collin Mielke
- Dante Gonzales
- Darrel Wagner
- Dave Appehans
- Dave Appelhans
- Dave Durfee
- Dave Lieber
- Dave Long
- Dave Tennant
- David Weeks
- Emma Schell
- Erica Heller
- Greg Brophy
- Greg Etl
- Gregory Cucarola
- Gregory Griswinski
- Heather Gage
- JD Stone
- James Thatcher
- Jamie Ulrich
- Janice Rice
- Jared Davis
- John Seyer
- John Sheldon
- Julie Sutter
- Karen Thornton
- Kate Lucas
- Kendall Rubottom
- Kyle Blakely
- Lauren Bower
- Linda Williams
- Lisa Williams
- Mackenzie Taylor
- Madison Wrobley
- Marty Gaines
- Matt Bright
- Mattie Haney
- Meleesa Calderon
- Melissa Hochmuth
- Michael Miller
- Michelle Pemberton
- Patrick McGuckin
- Patrick Mertens
- Peggy Stoltenberg
- Rijul Kala
- Rob Nichols
- Sarah Waite
- Scott Szabo
- Shannon Graves
- Shelly Greenwood
- Sirinya Frankel
- Sofiya Vorontsova
- Stacy Buck
- Stephanie Dickinson
- Sue Gress
- Tami Brown
- Terry Dallas
- Terry Dowis
- Tim Stahley
- Tom Bedford
- Tony Johnson
- Victoria Sunke
Upcoming
Tue Sep 1, 2026
Logan County Commissioners
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AGENDA
Logan County Board of Commissioners
Logan County Courthouse, 315 Main Street, Sterling, Colorado
Tuesday, September 1, 2026 - 9:30 a.m.
Call to Order
Invocation
Pledge of Allegiance Revisions to Agenda Consent Agenda
Approval of the Minutes of the August 18, 2026, regular meeting.
Acknowledgement of the receipt of the Sheriff’s Fee reports for the months of June and July, 2026.
Unfinished Business
Consideration of the award of the proposal for the purchase of asphalt materials for the County
Road Chip Seal Project.
New Business
The Board will open a public hearing to consider the approval of an application submitted by the St.
Patrick’s Catholic Church for a Special Events Liquor License for an event to be held at the Logan
County Fairgrounds, Sterling, Colorado on October 3, 2026.
Consideration of the approval of a Logan County Lodging Tax Board Project for the Governor’s
Conference on Tourism 2026 in the amount of $1,945.
Consideration of the approval of Resolution 2026-27 authorizing the execution of an assignment of
Logan County’s 2026 private activity bond allocation in the amount of $1,414,165 to the Colorado
Housing and Finance Authority.
Consideration of the approval of an Intergovernmental Agreement between Logan County acting
by and through the Logan County Clerk and Recorder and Buffalo School District RE-4J for
adm …
Tue Sep 1, 2026
Logan County Commissioners
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Logan County Commissioners
Work Session Agenda
September 1, 2026
NEW BUSINESS
COMMISSIONERS/STAFF ISSUES
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
EXECUTIVE SESSION (AS NECESSARY)
RECESS/ADJOURN
TIME
TOPIC
9:00 AM
Approval of Minutes from Previous Session
9:00 AM
Revisions to Work Session Agenda
9:00 AM
Review of Business Meeting Agenda
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Recent meetings
Tue Aug 25, 2026
Logan County Commissioners
Commissioners review July proceedings and a splash pad proposal from JD Stone
The Logan County Commissioners will hold a work session to approve minutes from the previous meeting and review their proceedings from July 2026. The only specific new business item listed is a presentation by Rob Nichols of JD Stone regarding a splash pad. The agenda contains no other specific policy decisions, contracts, or public hearings.
- Review of Commissioners’ Proceedings for July 2026
- Presentation by Rob Nichols, JD Stone, Re: Splash Pad
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Work Session Agenda
August 25, 2026
NEW BUSINESS
COMMISSIONERS/STAFF ISSUES
Commissioners’ Proceedings for July 2026
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
EXECUTIVE SESSION (AS NECESSARY)
RECESS/ADJOURN
TIME
TOPIC
9:00 AM
Approval of Minutes from Previous Session
9:00 AM
Revisions to Work Session Agenda
9:00 AM
Rob Nichols, JD Stone, Re: Splash Pad
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Thu Aug 20, 2026
Logan County Fair Board
Logan County Fair Board to set 2027 budget and 2028 fair dates
The Logan County Fair Board will review the 2026 fair's performance, discuss improvements for 2027, and begin work on the 2027 budget. They will also set fair dates for 2028 and consider whether to bring back season ticket bull riding. The meeting includes reports from the fair manager, extension office, and FFA advisor, plus approval of July bills totaling $381,728.08.
- Approval of July bills for $381,728.08 and cash fund balance of $171,416.58
- Discussion on 2026 fair outcomes and improvements for 2027
- 2027 budget discussion
- Setting 2028 fair dates: 7/27/28 to 8/6/28
- Revisit season ticket bull riding for 2027
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AGENDA
Logan County Fair Board
Logan County Courthouse, 315 Main Street, Sterling, Colorado
Thursday, August 20, 2026 – 7:00 p.m.
Call to Order
President Aaron Hettinger
Guest Presentations: Stephanie Mirlo- Ticket Taking at back Gate
Mike Burri- Road and Bridge
Lacey Barnes- Treatment of 4-H Cattle
Queen Update:
Ex Officio Reports –
Fair Manager’s Report and Correspondence
Guy McEndaffer
Extension Office Report
Brian Kailey, JD Sexton,
. and Jaci Wagner
FFA Advisor’s Report
FFA Representative
Committee Reports:
Consent Agenda
Approval of Minutes from July 9, 2026, Secretary Janie Rasmussen
Approval of Treasurer’s Report- Bills for July are $_381728.08_ as well as the Cash Fund
Balance $_171416.58_.
Unfinished Business
New Business
Discussion and input on how the fair went, what could have been done differently,
items of importance for 2027
2027 Budget
Fair Dates for 2028 – 7/27/28 to 88/6/28
Do we want to have Season Ticket Bull Riding – We wanted to revisit this for 2027
2025/2026 Final Event Gross Sales Comparison
September Meeting?- Rick Cullip
Executive Session if Needed.
Adjournment
Upcoming Important Dates:
2026 Fair Dates: 7/23/2026 – 8/2/2026
2027 Fair Dates: 7/29/2027 – 8/8/2027
Next Fair Board Meeting: October 8, 2026 (Will be skipping September) 7:00 p.m.
Total Fair Board Members 16 for a quorum 9 Board Members
Tue Aug 18, 2026
Logan County Commissioners
Commissioners to open chip seal asphalt bids, renew liquor license
The Logan County Board of Commissioners will consider routine consent agenda items, including approval of minutes and receipt of monthly reports. They will also open proposals for asphalt materials for the County Road Chip Seal Project, consider a retail liquor license renewal for Atwood Sinclair, and vote on extending the lease for the Logan County Shooting Sports Complex.
- Open proposals for asphalt materials for County Road Chip Seal Project
- Renewal of Retail Liquor License for Atwood Petroleum, Inc. dba Atwood Sinclair, 453 Highway 63, Atwood
- Extension of lease with Logan County Trap Club, LLC for Shooting Sports Complex at 12515 Hwy 61, Sterling
- Approve minutes of August 4, 2026 regular meeting
- Receive Landfill Supervisor's, Clerk's, and Treasurer's reports for July 2026
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AGENDA
Logan County Board of Commissioners
Logan County Courthouse, 315 Main Street, Sterling, Colorado
Tuesday, August 18, 2026 - 9:30 a.m.
Call to Order
Invocation
Pledge of Allegiance Revisions to Agenda Consent Agenda
Approval of the Minutes of the August 4, 2026, regular meeting.
Acknowledge receipt of the Landfill Supervisor’s Report for the month of July 2026.
Acknowledge receipt of the Clerk’s Report for the month of July 2026.
Acknowledge receipt of the Treasurer's Report for the month of July 2026.
Consideration of the approval of an application for renewal of a Retail Liquor License Application on
behalf of Atwood Petroleum, Inc. dba Atwood Sinclair, 453 Highway 63, Atwood, CO 80722.
Unfinished Business
New Business
The Board will open proposals for the purchase of asphalt materials for the County Road Chip Seal
Project.
Consideration of the approval of an extension of the lease agreement between Logan County and
Logan County Trap Club, LLC for the Logan County Shooting Sports Complex located at 12515
Hwy 61, Sterling, Colorado.
Other Business
Miscellaneous Business/Announcements
The next regular meeting will be scheduled for Tuesday, September 1, 2026, at 9:30 a.m. at the
Logan County Courthouse.
Executive Session as Needed
Adjournment
Tue Aug 18, 2026
Logan County Commissioners
Commissioners to discuss DOLA grant and tax lien law
The Logan County Commissioners are holding a work session to review the upcoming business meeting agenda and discuss two items: a Department of Local Affairs grant and a comprehensive plan with the City of Sterling, and a new law regarding county-held tax liens. The agenda is mostly procedural, with no final decisions expected.
- Discussion of DOLA grant and comprehensive plan with City of Sterling
- Discussion of new law on county-held tax liens
- Approval of minutes from previous session
- Review of business meeting agenda
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Work Session Agenda
August 18, 2026
NEW BUSINESS
COMMISSIONERS/STAFF ISSUES
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
EXECUTIVE SESSION (AS NECESSARY)
RECESS/ADJOURN
TIME
TOPIC
9:00 AM
Approval of Minutes from Previous Session
9:00 AM
Revisions to Work Session Agenda
9:00 AM
9:10 AM
9:45 AM
Review of Business Meeting Agenda
Greg Etl – Department of Local Affairs Grant Discussions/Comprehensive Plan
with City of Sterling
Patty Bartlett - County Held Tax Liens New Law
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Logan County Commissioners Work Session
August 18, 2026
Present: Mike Brownell, Jim Santomaso, Alan Samber, Rick Cullip, Mike Burri, Marilee Johnson, Debbie Unrein,
Greg Etl, Pam Bacon, Patty Bartlett, Callie Jones, and Jennifer Crow.
Chairman Brownell called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES FROM PREVIOUS SESSION – Commissioner Santomaso moved to approve the
Work Session minutes of August 11, 2026. Commissioner Brownell seconded, and the motion carried 2-0.
REVISIONS TO THE WORK SESSION AGENDA – There were no additions.
REVIEW OF BUSINESS MEETING AGENDA – There was no discussion.
DEPARTMENT OF LOCAL AFFAIRS GRANT DISCUSSIONS – Greg Etl, Regional Manager for the
Colorado Department of Local Affairs (DOLA) met with the Board.
Mr. Etl said he came to discuss possible grant opportunities for projects this year, although DOLA does not yet
know whether funding will be available. He recently participated in a managers’ call, which Eric Bergman also
joined, and said Severance Funds still appear to be in a deficit.
Mr. Etl said there was another $20 million ad valorem tax credit. During the call that morning, participants asked
how far Severance Funds were in the negative, but no one appeared to know. He said he did not understand why
the potential tax liability for ad valorem tax credits cannot be determined when oil and gas companies are reporting
production, but that information remains unavailable.
Mr. Etl said it looks l …
Wed Aug 12, 2026
Human Services Board
Board to review finances and discuss Farm Bill/SNAP cost share
The Logan County Board of Human Services will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, review financial and department reports, and discuss the Farm Bill/SNAP cost share. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific decisions or proposals listed.
- Approval of minutes
- Overview of financial reports
- Review of department master reports
- Discussion of Farm Bill/SNAP cost share
- Executive session as needed
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LOGAN COUNTY BOARD OF HUMAN SERVICES
AGENDA
August 12, 2026
9:00 A.M.
Central Services Building
508 S. 10th Ave., Sterling, CO
1. Call to Order
2. Approval of Minutes
3. Overview of Financial Reports
4. Review of Department’s Master reports
5. Discuss Farm Bill/SNAP Cost Share
6. Briefing Highlights
a.) Staff Updates
b.) Department Updates/Agency Activities
7. Next Meeting Date
8. Executive Session, as needed
Tue Aug 11, 2026
Logan County Commissioners
County commissioners to hear fire grant request, subdivision update
The Logan County Commissioners are holding a work session with a light agenda. They will approve previous minutes, discuss agenda revisions, hear from Amber Beeson of the Centennial Soil Conservation District about a fire protection grant, and receive an update from the Sage Pointe Subdivision engineer via Zoom. No major decisions are listed.
- Approval of minutes from previous session
- Revisions to work session agenda
- Amber Beeson – Centennial Soil Conservation District re: Fire Protection Grant
- Sage Pointe Subdivision – Engineer (Via Zoom)
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✓ Decided: County to maintain road for fire suppression water tank project
The Board agreed to maintain County Road 11 and help with the Centennial Soil Conservation District's fire suppression water tank project, including snow removal and preparing a gravel pad, but declined to dig the hole, suggesting the district get bids. The Board also discussed the Sage Pointe Metro District's request for help with Amazon's non-connection to its utility system and financing for a permanent wastewater treatment plant, but took no formal action.
- Approved minutes of August 4, 2026 work session (3-0)
- Agreed to maintain County Road 11 and help with fire tank project
- Declined to dig hole for tank, advised district to get bids
- No action on Sage Pointe request for credit support or Amazon enforcement
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Work Session Agenda
August 11, 2026
NEW BUSINESS
COMMISSIONERS/STAFF ISSUES
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
EXECUTIVE SESSION (AS NECESSARY)
RECESS/ADJOURN
TIME
TOPIC
9:00 AM
Approval of Minutes from Previous Session
9:00 AM
Revisions to Work Session Agenda
9:00 AM
Amber Beeson – Centennial Soil Conservation District re: Fire Protection Grant
9:15 AM
Sage Pointe Subdivision – Engineer (Via Zoom)
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Logan County Commissioners Work Session
August 11, 2026
Present: Mike Brownell, Jim Yahn, Jim Santomaso, Alan Samber, Mike Burri, Marilee Johnson, Debbie Unrein,
Amber Beesom, Byron Gillham, Heather Gage, James Thatcher, Collin Mielke, Angela Kana-Veydovec (via
Zoom), Trae Miller, Callie Jones, and Jennifer Crow.
Chairman Brownell called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES FROM PREVIOUS SESSION – Commissioner Santomaso moved to approve the
Work Session minutes of August 4, 2026. Commissioner Yahn seconded, and the motion carried 3-0.
REVISIONS TO THE WORK SESSION AGENDA – There were no revisions.
CENNTENNIAL SOIL CONSERVATION DISTRICT FIRE PROTECTION GRANT - Amber Beeson of
with the Centennial Soil Conservation District and Byron Gillham, former Board member at Centennial met with
the Board. Ms. Beeson told the Board that Mr. Gillham had the idea to put together this project. She worked with
Josilyn Lutze to apply for a Resiliency Grant from the Colorado Department of Agriculture. It was the first time
it was offered as an option for Colorado. They were awarded $30,000 to complete this project.
They would like to bury a 10,000-gallon water tank for fire suppression at County Road 70 and County Road 11,
just north of the former Stony Butte School, on Chimney Canyon Grazing Association land. Ms. Beeson has been
speaking with Dennis Walker, the manager, who proposed the site because a well and stock tanks are nearby. The
proposed …
Tue Aug 4, 2026
Logan County Commissioners
Commissioners to discuss Carbon CO2 Pipeline Project and event center fee reduction
The Logan County Commissioners are holding a work session to review the business meeting agenda and hear from the Department of Local Affairs. The session includes requests regarding fundraiser fees and a project presentation on carbon pipelines.
- Request from Meelesa Genereux to reduce fees for Mitchek Event Center fundraiser
- Presentation by Matt Bright of Summit Carbon Solutions regarding the Carbon CO2 Pipeline Project
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✓ Decided: Logan County waives Mitchek Event Center fees for Ignite Athletics bingo fundraiser
The Logan County Commissioners approved a fee waiver for Ignite Athletics' October 16 fundraising bingo night at the Mitchek Event Center. The board also heard updates from the Humane Society and Summit Carbon Solutions, but took no other formal action.
- Approved fee waiver for Ignite Athletics' Mitchek Event Center bingo fundraiser (3-0)
- Approved minutes from July 28, 2026 work session (3-0)
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August 4, 2026
NEW BUSINESS
COMMISSIONERS/STAFF ISSUES
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
EXECUTIVE SESSION (AS NECESSARY)
RECESS/ADJOURN
TIME TOPIC
9:00 AM Approval of Minutes from Previous Session
9:00 AM Revisions to Work Session Agenda
9:00 AM
9:00 AM
Review of Business Meeting Agenda
Greg Etl – Department of Local Affairs
9:15 AM Meelesa Genereux re: Request for fees to be reduced on Mitchek Event Center
for fundraiser
9:45 AM Matt Bright Summit Carbon Solutions Re: Upcoming Carbon CO2 Pipeline
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Logan County Commissioners Work Session
August 4, 2026
Present: Mike Brownell, Jim Yahn, Jim Santomaso, Alan Samber, Rick Cullip, Mike Burri, Marilee Johnson,
Debbie Unrein, Terry Dowis, Logan Bell, Emma Schell, Christine Baseggio, Meleesa Calderon, Matt Bright, Rijul
Kala, Cameron Cummings, Alecia Phillips, Victoria Sunke, Spencer Morrison, Leo Gorgens, Andy Spielman,
Melissa Hochmuth, Chris Haas, Annabelle Mills, Callie Jones, and Jennifer Crow.
Chairman Brownell called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES FROM PREVIOUS SESSION – Commissioner Yahn moved to approve the Work
Session minutes of July 28, 2026. Commissioner Santomaso seconded, and the motion carried 3-0.
REVISIONS TO THE WORK SESSION AGENDA – Commissioner Yahn added Terry Dowis to the agenda.
REVIEW OF BUSINESS MEETING AGENDA – There was no discussion.
LOGAN COUNTY HUMANE SOCIETY – Terry Dowis of the Logan County Humane Society thanked the
Board for its generous donation of the fairgrounds at no charge for the recent spay and neuter clinic. He reported
that the clinic was a “smashing success,” with more than 236 surgeries performed, helping prevent thousands of
unwanted litters in the future. He also thanked Rick, Shawna, and the fairgrounds staff, noting that the event went
very well.
IGNITE ATHLETICS USE OF MITCHEK EVENT CENTER – Meleesa Calderon, Emma Schell, and
Christine Baseggio of Ignite Athletics met with the Board to request a waiver of the Mitchek Even …
Tue Aug 4, 2026
Logan County Commissioners
Commissioners to vote on battery storage facility and subdivision changes
The Logan County Board of Commissioners will decide on several land-use and service agreements at this meeting. Key items include a special use permit for a battery energy storage facility, subdivision exemptions, and agreements for election administration and EMS billing.
- Approval of Resolution 2026-23 for a 22.6-acre battery energy storage facility by Beet Energy Storage, LLC
- Approval of Resolution 2026-24 to vacate a subdivision exemption for Talya J. Honstead and Cole D. Honstead
- Approval of Resolution 2026-25 for a 21.43-acre subdivision exemption in an Agriculture Zone
- Approval of Resolution 2026-26 for a temporary meteorological tower by Genesis Wind, LLC
- Approval of an Intergovernmental Agreement with the City of Sterling for the November 3, 2026 election
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✓ Decided: Logan County approves battery storage facility special use permit
The Logan County Board of Commissioners approved a special use permit for a battery energy storage facility operated by Beet Energy Storage, LLC, with conditions including decommissioning security, a road use agreement, and fire department training. The board also approved a temporary meteorological tower permit for Genesis Wind, LLC, and several administrative agreements, including an intergovernmental agreement with the City of Sterling for the November 2026 election.
- Approved Resolution 2026-24 to vacate a Subdivision Exemption for Talya and Cole Honstead (3-0)
- Approved Resolution 2026-25 for a 21.43-acre subdivision exemption in an AG zone (3-0)
- Approved Resolution 2026-23, Special Use Permit #243 for Beet Energy Storage battery facility, with conditions (3-0)
- Approved Resolution 2026-26, Special Use Permit #244 for Genesis Wind temporary MET tower, with conditions (3-0)
- Approved Intergovernmental Agreement with City of Sterling for November 3, 2026 election administration (3-0)
- Approved Master Services Agreement with Life Line Billing Systems LLC for EMS billing services (3-0)
- Approved Remote Service Agreement with Colorado Holiday Experiences LLC for courthouse lighting (3-0)
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AGENDA
Logan County Board of Commissioners
Logan County Courthouse, 315 Main Street, Sterling, Colorado
Tuesday, August 4, 2026 - 9:30 a.m.
Call to Order
Invocation
Pledge of Allegiance Revisions to Agenda Consent Agenda
Approval of the Minutes of the July 21, 2026, regular meeting.
Unfinished Business
New Business
Consideration of the approval of Resolution 2026-23 and an application for Special Use Permit
(SUP) #243 for the construction, maintenance and operation of a Battery Energy Storage Facility
operated by Beet Energy Storage, LLC, consisting of energy storage units, inverters, supervisory
control and data acquisition system equipment, Conex boxes, and underground electric collection
lines connecting the facility to the existing Niyol Energy Center substation. The facility will be
located on a 22.6-acre parcel, more or less, leased from Susan W. Brown Revocable Trust, in the
Southwest Quarter (SW1/4) of Section 34, Township 8 North, Range 50 West of the 6th Principal
Meridian, Logan County, Colorado.
Consideration of the approval of Resolution 2026-24 approving the application of Talya J. Honstead
and Cole D. Honstead to vacate a Subdivision Exemption, recorded at Reception No. 779104, Book
1064, Page 310, of the records of the Logan County Clerk and Recorder.
Consideration of the approval of Resolution 2026-25 and an application f …
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August 4, 2026
The Logan County Board of Commissioners met in regular session with the following members present
constituting a quorum of the members thereof:
Mike Brownell Chairman
James T. Yahn Commissioner
Jim Santomaso Commissioner
Also present:
Alan Samber
Logan County Attorney
Pam Bacon Logan County Clerk
Marilee Johnson Logan County Public Information Coordinator
Rob Quint Logan County Planning and Zoning
Debbie Unrein Logan County Finance
Rick Cullip Logan County Buildings and Grounds
Annabelle Mills Logan County Commissioner Office
Leo Gorgens Beet Energy
Talya Honstead Resolution 24 & 25
Cole Honstead Resolution 24 & 25
Cameron Cumings Beet Energy
Rajul Kala Beet Energy
Melissa Hochmuth Beet Energy
Spencer Morrison Beet Energy
Victoria Sunkel Beet Energy
Alecia Phillips Beet Energy
Andy Spielman Beet Energy
Chris Haas Beet Energy
Dan Holsten Berean Church
Callie Jones Journal Advocate
Chairman Brownell called the meeting to order at 9:30 a.m. and opened the meeting with an invocation by
Dan Holsten of the Berean Church and then the Pledge of Allegiance. Chairman Brownell continued with
consent agenda.
The Board continued with the Consent Agenda items:
e Approval of the Minutes of July 21, 2026, regular meeting.
Commissioner Santomaso moved to approve the consent agenda. Commissioner Yahn seconded, and the
motion carried 3-0.
Chairman Brownell continued with New Business:
Commissioner Yahn moved to approve Resolution 2026-24 approving the appl …
Tue Jul 28, 2026
Logan County Commissioners
Logan County Commissioners hold work session on July 28, 2026
The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific policy items, contracts, or public hearings are listed for decision or discussion.
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✓ Decided: Board backs ambulance grant for whole blood, paramedics
The Logan County Commissioners agreed to support a Rural Health Transfer Program (RHTP) grant application covering whole blood, interfacility transports, and a community paramedic program, with letters of support if needed. The board also discussed landfill Saturday hours, agreeing to consider changing them to 8 a.m.-1 p.m. year-round. No formal votes were taken on these items; the only vote was to approve the previous meeting's minutes (3-0).
- Approved July 21, 2026 work session minutes (3-0)
- Agreed to support RHTP grant application for whole blood, interfacility transports, and community paramedic program
- Agreed to consider changing landfill Saturday hours to 8 a.m.-1 p.m. year-round
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Work Session Agenda
July 28, 2026
NEW BUSINESS
COMMISSIONERS/STAFF ISSUES
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
EXECUTIVE SESSION (AS NECESSARY)
RECESS/ADJOURN
TIME TOPIC
9:00 AM Approval of Minutes from Previous Session
9:00 AM Revisions to Work Session Agenda
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Logan County Commissioners Work Session
July 28, 2026
Present: Mike Brownell, Jim Yahn, Jim Santomaso, Alan Samber, Marilee Johnson, Debbie Unrein, Lonnie
Knudsen, Fire Chief Cody Howell and Jennifer Crow.
Chairman Brownell called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES FROM PREVIOUS SESSION – Commissioner Yahn moved to approve the Work
Session minutes of July 21, 2026. Commissioner Santomaso seconded, and the motion carried 3-0.
REVISIONS TO THE WORK SESSION AGENDA – Lonnie Knudsen asked to be added to the meeting agenda
to discuss the Rural Health Transfer Grant.
RURAL HEALTH TRANSFER (RHTP) GRANT – Lonnie Knudsen and Sterling Fire Chief Cody Howell met
on behalf of Logan County Ambulance with the Board to discuss the Rural Health Transfer Grant (RHTP) grant.
The grant deadline is August 3. Regional partners worked together to write the grant for the whole blood aspect of
the grant. If the grant is successful, then the grant will be awarded and managed on our behalf. The grant covers all
costs and expenses. However, there may be training and staff time required. Equipment and blood products for the
period of the grant is covered. Chief Howell signed a letter of intent to support the grant.
Mr. Knudsen explained that he would like to develop a community paramedic program, or mobile integrated
healthcare. He feels that it will fit well within the parameters of the grant. It will expand emergency care but whole
health care. One par …
Tue Jul 21, 2026
Logan County Commissioners
Commissioners will review the 2025 county audit
The Logan County Commissioners' work session will approve the minutes from the previous meeting, make any needed revisions to the agenda, and review the upcoming business meeting agenda. They will also hear a presentation by Scott Szabo on the 2025 county audit.
- Approval of minutes from previous session
- Revisions to work session agenda
- Review of business meeting agenda
- Scott Szabo presentation reviewing the 2025 audit
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✓ Decided: Commissioners review 2025 audit; county finances sound
The Logan County Commissioners reviewed the 2025 audit presented by Scott Szabo of Lauer, Szabo and Associates, PC, who reported no concerns and confirmed the county's strong financial condition. The board discussed fund balances, reserve levels, and a planned TABOR resolution to set aside $750,000. No formal decisions were made during the work session; the only action was approving the previous meeting's minutes.
- Approved July 14, 2026 work session minutes (3-0)
- Reviewed 2025 audit; no concerns noted
- Discussed TABOR resolution to set aside $750,000 for reserves (on business meeting agenda)
- Discussed drone show launch location; commissioner to contact NJC president
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Work Session Agenda
July 21, 2026
NEW BUSINESS
COMMISSIONERS/STAFF ISSUES
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
EXECUTIVE SESSION (AS NECESSARY)
RECESS/ADJOURN
TIME TOPIC
9:00 AM Approval of Minutes from Previous Session
9:00 AM Revisions to Work Session Agenda
9:00 AM
9:00 AM
Review of Business Meeting Agenda
Scott Szabo Review of 2025 Audit
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Logan County Commissioners Work Session
July 21, 2026
Present: Mike Brownell, Jim Yahn, Jim Santomaso, Alan Samber, Marilee Johnson, Debbie Unrein, Mike Burri,
Scott Szabo, Callie Jones and Jennifer Crow.
Chairman Brownell called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES FROM PREVIOUS SESSION – Commissioner Santomaso moved to approve the
Work Session minutes of July 14, 2026. Commissioner Yahn seconded, and the motion carried 3-0.
REVISIONS TO THE WORK SESSION AGENDA – There were no revisions.
REVIEW OF THE BUSINESS MEETING AGENDA – There was no discussion.
REVIEW OF 2025 AUDIT – Scott Szabo of Lauer, Szabo and Associates, PC joined the meeting to review the
Logan County 2025 audit. He presented a summary of the audit which he discussed with the Board. This year as
part of the Federal Compliance Audit they reviewed the TANF program and the Child Support Services program
at DHS. Working with Donna and Charla and Karen and Dave, who’ve been with Human Services Department for
so long, the audit goes very well. There are no concerns or questions whatsoever. Everything that was reviewed
had all the correct documentation and all rules were followed.
The summary for cash and investment balances for each of the individual funds shows $28.5 million at the end of
the year. The second column is added and shows 2024 balances so changes can be seen. The third column in the
summary shows whether the cash balance went up or down in 2025. The fou …
Tue Jul 21, 2026
Logan County Commissioners
Board to commit up to $13,400 to recreation master plan for county fairgrounds
The Logan County Board of Commissioners will consider a series of approvals, including a subdivision exemption, right‑of‑way permits for fiber optic and gas‑main work, an emergency reserve resolution, and a $13,400 commitment to the Northeast Colorado Recreation Revitalization Initiative. They will also review a $1,500 lodging‑tax board project for a local shooting event and a memorandum of understanding for the Gary DeSoto Community Building. Each item will be voted on at the July 21 meeting.
- Approve subdivision exemption for a 6.75‑acre parcel from a 157‑acre AG‑zone property (Resolution 2026‑21)
- Issue Right of Way Permit 2026‑13 to PC Telecom for fiber‑optic cable under County Road 24
- Issue Right of Way Permit 2026‑14 to Sitewise/Jessica Mohr for anodes on gas main at 14730, 14704, and 14572 County Road 39
- Approve Resolution 2026‑22 establishing an emergency reserve for FY 2026
- Commit up to $13,400 to the NCRRI recreation master plan for the fairgrounds and heritage center
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✓ Decided: Logan County approves 9 items including TABOR reserve resolution
The Logan County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved all agenda items, including a resolution establishing a TABOR emergency reserve, several right-of-way permits, and a $12,400 commitment to a recreation master plan. No items were denied or tabled.
- Approved consent agenda including minutes, reports, and weather insurance ratification (3-0)
- Approved Resolution 2026-21 and subdivision exemption for Fleer parcel (3-0)
- Approved PC Telecom right-of-way permit for fiber optic cable on County Road 24 (3-0)
- Approved Sitewise/Jessica Mohr right-of-way permit for gas main anodes on County Road 39 (3-0)
- Approved Resolution 2026-22 establishing TABOR emergency reserve and fund transfers (3-0)
- Approved $1,500 for Sterling Lions Club Shootout lodging tax project (3-0)
- Approved MOU with Gary DeSoto Community Center for building management (3-0)
- Approved up to $12,400 for NCRRI recreation master plan (3-0)
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Logan County Board of Commissioners
Logan County Courthouse, 315 Main Street, Sterling, Colorado
Tuesday, July 21, 2026 - 9:30 a.m.
Call to Order
Invocation
Pledge of Allegiance Revisions to Agenda Consent Agenda
Approval of the Minutes of the July 7, 2026, regular meeting.
Acknowledgement of the receipt of the Treasurer’s Report for the month of June, 2026.
Acknowledge the receipt of the Semi-Annual Report of the Logan County Treasurer for the period
January 1, 2026, through June 30, 2026.
Acknowledge the receipt of the Clerk’s Report for the month of June, 2026.
The Board will ratify the approval of the application for weather insurance on behalf of the Logan
County Fair Night Show, August 1, 2026 with Spectrum Weather and Specialty Insurance, Inc.
Unfinished Business
New Business
Consideration of the approval of Resolution 2026-21 and an application for Subdivision Exemption
on behalf of David and Lavonne L. Fleer to create a 6.75-acre parcel from a 157-acre parcel in an
Agriculture (AG) zone district located in the Southeast Quarter of Section 30, Township 12 North,
Range 50 West, of the 6th Principal Meridian, in Logan County, Colorado.
Consideration of the approval of an agreement between Logan County and PC Telecom and
issuance of Right of Way Permit Number 2026-13 for use of the County Right of Way along and
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July 21, 2026
The Logan County Board of Commissioners met in regular session with the following members present
constituting a quorum of the members thereof:
Mike Brownell
Chairman
James T. Yahn
Commissioner
Jim Santomaso
Commissioner
Also present:
Alan Samber
Logan County Attorney
Pam Bacon
Logan County Clerk
Marilee Johnson
Logan County Public Information Coordinator
Rob Quint
Logan County Planning and Zoning
Debbie Unrein
Logan County Finance
Cynthia Mills
Logan County Heritage Center
Dave Conley
Logan County Tax Board
Marilyn Hutt
Gary Desoto MOU
Don Masin
Gary Desoto MOU
Sean Cole
Callie Jones
Journal Advocate
Chairman Brownell called the meeting to order at 9:30 a.m. and opened the meeting with an invocation by
Sean Cole Emmanual Baptist Church and then the Pledge of Allegiance. Chairman Brownell asked if there
were any revisions to the agenda. Hearing no revisions, Chairman Brownell continued with consent agenda.
The Board continued with the Consent Agenda items:
Approval of the Minutes of the July 7, 2026, regular meeting.
Acknowledgement of the receipt of the Treasurer’s Report for the month of June, 2026.
Acknowledge the receipt of the Semi-Annual Report of the Logan County Treasurer for the period
January 1, 2026, through June 30, 2026.
Acknowledge the receipt of the Clerk’s Report for the month of June, 2026.
The Board will ratify the approval of the application for weather insurance on behalf of the Logan
County Fair Night Show, August 1, 2026, w …
Tue Jul 14, 2026
Logan County Commissioners
Logan County Commissioners work session scheduled for July 14, 2026
The commissioners will review the proceedings from June 2026. The agenda also includes approval of previous session minutes and potential revisions to the current work session agenda.
- Review of Commissioners' Proceedings for June 2026
- Approval of Minutes from Previous Session
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✓ Decided: Commissioners approve Spectrum internet agreement, delegate signing to clerk
The Logan County Commissioners approved a Commercial Right of Entry Agreement with Spectrum Business for a backup internet connection for the Motor Vehicle Office, and designated County Clerk Pam Bacon as the signatory. They also granted Michael Miller permission to use the Logan County Fair logo for laser-engraved items at the fair. The board approved minutes from the July 7 work session and the Commissioners Proceedings for June 2026, and discussed box culvert contracts to be drafted with a completion deadline of December 31.
- Approved Spectrum Business Commercial Right of Entry Agreement, designating County Clerk Pam Bacon as signatory (3-0)
- Granted Michael Miller permission to use the Logan County Fair logo for laser-engraved items
- Approved Work Session minutes of July 7, 2026 (3-0)
- Approved Commissioners Proceedings for June 2026 (3-0)
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Work Session Agenda
July 14, 2026
NEW BUSINESS
COMMISSIONERS/STAFF ISSUES
Commissioners’ Proceedings for the month of June 2026
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
EXECUTIVE SESSION (AS NECESSARY)
RECESS/ADJOURN
TIME TOPIC
9:00 AM Approval of Minutes from Previous Session
9:00 AM Revisions to Work Session Agenda
9:00 AM
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Logan County Commissioners Work Session
July 14, 2026
Present: Mike Brownell, Jim Yahn, Jim Santomaso, Alan Samber, Marilee Johnson, Debbie Unrein, Mike Burri,
Pam Bacon, Linda Williams, Michael Miller, Callie Jones and Jennifer Crow.
Chairman Brownell called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES FROM PREVIOUS SESSION – Commissioner Santomaso moved to approve the
Work Session minutes of July 7, 2026. Commissioner Yahn seconded, and the motion carried 3-0.
REVISIONS TO THE WORK SESSION AGENDA – Pam Bacon was added to discuss a secondary internet
agreement with Spectrum and Michael Miller was added to request use of the County logo.
AGREEMENT WITH SPECTRUM – Pam Bacon met with the Board to tell them that the Department of
Revenue now requires a backup internet connection for the Motor Vehicle Office so service can switch over if the
primary connection goes down. Spectrum’s service agreement requires the Commissioners’ signatures. Pam
received the agreement last Thursday and advised Spectrum that signatures could not be obtained until the July 21
meeting; however, Spectrum requested the agreement sooner if possible. Alan Samber suggested that Bacon discuss
the matter with the Board during the work session so the Board could consider delegating authority to her to sign
the agreement, avoiding the need to place it on a business meeting agenda.
Commissioner Yahn moved to approve the C ommercial Right of E ntry Agreement with Spectrum B …
Thu Jul 9, 2026
Logan County Fair Board
Fair board to clarify vote on unpaid sponsor signs, approve $62K in bills
The Logan County Fair Board will vote to clarify a motion regarding removing unpaid sponsor signs, after a recording revealed no motion was made at the June meeting. The board will also approve minutes, a treasurer's report with $62,394.18 in bills and a $544,926.88 cash fund, and discuss ticket takers, Cattle Ground Coffee, and fair board T-shirts.
- Clarify and vote on removing unpaid sponsor hard signs, specifically Transwest's sign
- Approve Treasurer's Report: bills $62,394.18, cash fund balance $544,926.88
- Update on Ticket Takers/Ushers for upcoming fair (July 23 – August 2, 2026)
- Status of Cattle Ground Coffee contract or presence
- Discuss and approve Fair Board T-shirts
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AGENDA
Logan County Fair Board
Logan County Courthouse, 315 Main Street, Sterling, Colorado
Thursday, July 9, 2026 – 7:00 p.m.
Call to Order President Aaron Hettinger
Guest Presentations:
Queen Update:
Ex Officio Reports – I adjusted as Rick was on this listing and he is not ex officio; he is a voting
member.
Fair Manager’s Report and Correspondence Guy McEndaffer
Extension Office Report Brian Kailey, JD Sexton, Jaci
Wagner
FFA Advisor’s Report FFA Representative
Committee Reports:
Consent Agenda
Approval of Minutes from June 11, 2026, Secretary Janie Rasmussen
Approval of Treasurer’s Report- Bills for June are $62,394.18 as well as the Cash Fund
Balance $544,926.88.
Unfinished Business
• Discussion at June’s meeting regarding sponsorships and pulling down hard signs who
have not paid. Miscommunication on a motion, in listening to the recording it was
thought that Mr. Korrey motioned to leave up Transwest’s sign, there was never a
motion so all seconds and amendments are null. Need to clarify and vote.
• Update on Ticket Takers/Ushers
• Cattle Ground Coffee – Status
New Business
• Fair Board T-Shirts
Executive Session if Needed.
Adjournment
Upcoming Important Dates:
2026 Fair Dates: 7/23/2026 – 8/2/2026
2027 Fair Dates: 7/29/2027 – 8/8/2027
Next Fair Board Meeting: September 10, 2026 @ 7:00 p.m.
Total Fair Board Members 16 for a quorum 9 Board Members
Wed Jul 8, 2026
Human Services Board
Logan County Human Services Board meets for routine business
The board is meeting to approve minutes, review financial reports, and hear staff and department updates. The agenda contains only procedural items with no specific decisions or public hearings listed.
- Approval of minutes from prior meeting
- Overview of financial reports – no details provided
- Staff and department briefing highlights
- Next meeting date setting
- Possible executive session, as needed
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✓ Decided: Logan County DHS keeps $36,763 HCPF incentive
The board approved the June 10, 2026 minutes and agreed that the $36,763 HCPF incentive payment should remain with Logan County DHS to cover overspent program areas. Director Rice reported that $17 million in HR-1B funding will be distributed based on MAGI caseloads, with reimbursement limited to 28% of staff time for combination cases, and that the department is reviewing guidelines. No other formal decisions were made; updates were provided on state workload studies, CBMS, bilingual certification, fraud unit centralization, and emergency planning.
- Approved June 10, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Agreed to keep $36,763 HCPF incentive with Logan County DHS
- Agreed NIMS training not necessary for Director Rice
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AGENDA
July 8, 2026
9:00 A.M.
Central Services Building
508 S. 10th Ave., Sterling, CO
1. Call to Order
2. Approval of Minutes
3. Overview of Financial Reports
4. Briefing Highlights
a.) Staff Updates
b.) Department Updates
5. Next Meeting Date
6. Executive Session, as needed
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RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
LOGAN COUNTY BOARD OF HUMAN SERVICES
July 8, 2026
The Logan County Board of Human Services convened on July 8, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. at the
Logan County Central Services Building. The meeting was called to order by Chairman Mike
Brownell, Logan County Commissioner.
Members and Staff Present:
Mike Brownell, Chairman, Logan County Commissioner
Jim C. Santomaso, Logan County Commissioner
Janice M. Rice, Director, Logan County Department of Human Services
Peggy Kircher, Recording Secretary, Logan County Department of Human Services
Approval of Previous Meeting Minutes
The minutes from the June 10, 2026 meeting of the Board of Human Services were presented for
review.
Commissioner Santomaso moved to approve the minutes as presented. Chairman Brownell
seconded the motion, and the motion carried unanimously.
Financial Reports and Updates
Director Rice presented the following reports for review:
Expenditure Summary report dated June 30, 2026
Summary Allocation Tracking Report for May, 2026
TANF Reserve Balances Report for May State Fiscal Year 2025-2026
Department Updates and Briefing Highlights
HR-1 Bill
Director Rice informed the Board that $17 million in HR-1B funding for the additional staff
workload will be distributed to counties statewide based on MAGI caseloads rather than county
allocations. The funding may only be used for MAGI-only caseloads. For combination cases
involving multiple programs, …
Tue Jul 7, 2026
Logan County Commissioners
Commissioners to discuss NE Colorado Recreation Project
The Logan County Commissioners will hold a work session on July 7, 2026. The agenda includes procedural items such as minutes approval, agenda revisions, and a review of the business meeting agenda. The only substantive discussion is a presentation by Kendall Rubottom on the NE Colorado Recreation Project. An executive session is listed as necessary.
- Discussion of NE Colorado Recreation Project presented by Kendall Rubottom
- Approval of minutes from previous session
- Revisions to work session agenda
- Review of business meeting agenda
- Executive session as necessary
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✓ Decided: Commissioners agree to support Northeast Colorado Recreation Project
The Board discussed a request from the Northeast Colorado Recreation Project for $13,400 toward a sports complex master plan and feasibility study. While commissioners expressed hesitation regarding a direct financial commitment due to budget concerns, they agreed to provide a letter of support instead. The Buildings and Grounds Department reported on jail server issues and proposed a water line repair at the fairgrounds.
- Approved June 30, 2026, work session minutes (3-0)
- Agreed to sign a letter of support for the Northeast Colorado Recreation Project
- Agreed to explore potential funding options for the recreation project
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Work Session Agenda
July 7, 2026
NEW BUSINESS
COMMISSIONERS/STAFF ISSUES
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
EXECUTIVE SESSION (AS NECESSARY)
RECESS/ADJOURN
TIME TOPIC
9:00 AM Approval of Minutes from Previous Session
9:00 AM Revisions to Work Session Agenda
9:00 AM
9:00 AM
Review of Business Meeting Agenda
Kendall Rubottom – NE Colorado Recreation Project
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Logan County Commissioners Work Session
July 7, 2026
Present: Mike Brownell, Jim Yahn, Jim Santomaso, Alan Samber, Marilee Johnson, Mike Burri, Rick Cullip,
Kendall Rubottom, Patrick Mertens, Callie Jones and Jennifer Crow.
Chairman Brownell called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES FROM PREVIOUS SESSION – Commissioner Yahn moved to approve the
Work Session minutes of June 30, 2026. Commissioner Santomaso seconded, and the motion carried 3-0.
REVISIONS TO THE WORK SESSION AGENDA – There were no revisions.
REVIEW OF BUSINESS MEETING AGENDA – There was no discussion.
NORTHEAST COLORADO RECREATION PROJECT – Kendall Rubottom and Patrick Mertens with
the Northeast Colorado Recreation Project (NCRP) met with the Board. NCRP members previously met with
the Board to give an overview of the project which is a revitalization of the sports complexes in Sterling. The
original proposal came from a company called Ampere and cost approximately $80,000 for a master plan and
feasibility study.
Since then, NCRP was contacted by Kelly Byczkowski Miles, who works for JEO out of Scottsbluff, Nebraska.
JEO has a satellite office in Sterling. JEO ’s submitted a proposal of $30,000-$40,000 for the same scope of
work, including NJC, the City of Sterling, softball fields, baseball and soccer fields. The only variation is the
City of Sterling’s portion. Sterling City Manager, John Sheldon has been very supportive but could not give
a commitment unti …
Tue Jul 7, 2026
Logan County Commissioners
County considers expanding feedlot from 30,000 to 75,000 cattle
The Logan County Board of Commissioners will consider approving Resolution 2026-19 to amend a special use permit allowing Brightwater Cattle Company to expand a feedlot from 30,000 to 75,000 head. The board also will vote on a talent buyer agreement for the county fair night show featuring Scotty McCreery and the Dugger Band, a stage production contract, a subdivision exemption, and a master road use agreement with Logan Wind, LLC. Consent items include approval of prior meeting minutes and acknowledgment of public trustee reports.
- Consideration of Resolution 2026-19 to expand Brightwater Cattle Company feedlot to 75,000 head in Sections 35 and 36, Township 9N, Range 48W
- Approval of Talent Buyer Agreement with Lakefront Entertainment (dba Fran Romeo Agency) for Scotty McCreery and Dugger Band at Logan County Fair Night Show on August 1, 2026
- Approval of agreement with Production Services International for stage, lights, sound, and crew for the fair night show
- Consideration of Resolution 2026-20 and Subdivision Exemption for Dan H. and Debra J. Klindt to create a 3.039-acre parcel from a 178.00-acre parcel in EP zone district
- Approval of Master Road Use Agreement between Logan County and Logan Wind, LLC for maintenance activities related to a wind energy facility
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✓ Decided: County approves feedlot expansion to 75,000 head
The Logan County Board of Commissioners approved Resolution 2026-19, amending Special Use Permit #168 to allow Brightwater Cattle Company to expand its feedlot from 30,000 to 75,000 head. The board also approved a subdivision exemption for Dan and Debra Klindt, a talent buyer agreement for the fair, and a road use agreement with Logan Wind. All votes were unanimous 3-0.
- Approved consent agenda including minutes, Public Trustee reports, and title for 1999 Ford F150 sale
- Approved Talent Buyer Agreement with Lakefront Entertainment for Scotty McCreery and Dugger Band at fair
- Approved Production Services International agreement for stage, lights, sound, and crew
- Approved Resolution 2026-19 and Special Use Permit amendment for Brightwater Cattle Company feedlot expansion to 75,000 head
- Approved Resolution 2026-20 and subdivision exemption for Dan and Debra Klindt to create 3.039-acre parcel
- Approved Master Road Use Agreement with Logan Wind, LLC for wind energy facility maintenance
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Logan County Board of Commissioners
Logan County Courthouse, 315 Main Street, Sterling, Colorado
Tuesday, July 7, 2026 - 9:30 a.m.
Call to Order
Invocation
Pledge of Allegiance Revisions to Agenda Consent Agenda
Approval of the Minutes of the July 2, 2026, special meeting.
Acknowledgement of the receipt of an amended First Quarter 2026 Public Trustee’s Report.
Acknowledgement of the receipt of the Public Trustee’s Report for the second quarter of 2026.
The Board will sign a title for the sale of a 1999 Ford F150 pickup truck Vin #1FTZF1722XKA17903
at auction.
Unfinished Business
Consideration of the approval of a Talent Buyer Agreement between Logan County (Logan County
Fair) and Lakefront Entertainment, LLC dba Fran Romeo Agency for the procurement of talent –
Scotty McCreery and Dugger Band for live performances at the Logan County Fair Night Show,
Saturday, August 1, 2026.
New Business
Consideration of the approval of an agreement between Production Services International for stage,
lights, sound and stage crew for the Logan County Fair Night Show for August 1, 2026.
Consideration of the approval of Resolution 2026-19 and an application for amendment of Special
Use Permit #168 issued to Brightwater Cattle Company, LLC seeking to expand an existing 30,000
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July 7, 2026
The Logan County Board of Commissioners met in regular session with the following members present
constituting a quorum of the members thereof:
Mike Brownell
James T. Yahn
Jim Santomaso
Also present:
Alan Samber
Rachelle Stebakken
Marilee Johnson
Rick Cullip
Mike Burri
Rob Quint
Trae Miller
Ben Hackbarth
Spencer Morrison
Nathan Keiser
Cassandra Movic
Brady McShane
Tim Naylor
Debra Klindt
Dan Klindt
Jason Klindt
Megan Klindt
Callie Jones
Chairman
Commissioner
Commissioner
Logan County Attorney
Logan County Deputy Clerk
Logan County Public Information Coordinator
Logan County Buildings and Grounds
Logan County Road & Bridge
Logan County Planning and Zoning
Logan County Economic Development
Sterling Foursquare Church
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Resolution 2026-20
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Chairman Brownell called the meeting to order at 9:32 a.m. and opened the meeting with an invocation by
Ben Hackbarth with Sterling Foursquare Church and then the Pledge of Allegiance. Chairman Brownell asked
if there were any revisions to the agenda. Hearing no revisions, Chairman Brownell continued with consent
agenda.
The Board continued with the Consent Agenda items:
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Approval of the Minutes of the July 2, 2026, special meeting.
Acknowledgement of the receipt of an amended First Quarter 2026 Public Trustee’s Report.
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Thu Jul 2, 2026
Logan County Commissioners
County Commissioners consider declaring a local disaster emergency for June storms
The Logan County Board of Commissioners will approve the minutes from the June 30, 2026 meeting and revise the agenda items. The primary action is the consideration of Resolution 2026-18 to declare a local disaster emergency because of severe storm impacts from June 22 to June 30, 2026. Additional items include miscellaneous business and announcements.
- Approval of the minutes of the June 30, 2026 meeting
- Revisions to the agenda (consent agenda)
- Consideration of Resolution 2026-18 to declare a local disaster emergency due to June 22‑30, 2026 severe storm impacts
- Miscellaneous business/announcements
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✓ Decided: Commissioners declare a local disaster emergency
The Logan County Board of Commissioners approved Resolution 2026-18 to declare a local disaster emergency following recent storm damage. The board also approved the minutes from the June 30, 2026, meeting.
- Approved June 30, 2026, meeting minutes (3-0)
- Approved Resolution 2026-18 for Declaration of Local Disaster Emergency (3-0)
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Logan County Board of Commissioners
Logan County Courthouse, 315 Main Street, Sterling, Colorado
Special Meeting
Thursday, July 2, 2026 – 3:00 p.m.
Call to Order
Invocation
Pledge of Allegiance Revisions to Agenda Consent Agenda
Approval of the Minutes of the June 30, 2026, meeting.
Unfinished Business
New Business
Consideration of the approval of Resolution 2026-18 for a declaration of local disaster emergency
due to the result of June 22 - June 30, 2026, severe storm impacts.
Other Business
Miscellaneous Business/Announcements
The next regular meeting will be scheduled for Tuesday, July 7, 2026, at 9:30 a.m. at the Logan
County Courthouse.
Executive Session as Needed
Adjournment
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July 2, 2026
The Logan County Board of Commissioners met in special session with the following members present,
constituting a quorum of the members thereof:
Mike Brownell Chairman
James T. Yahn Commissioner
Jim Santomaso Commissioner
Also present:
Alan Samber Logan County Attorney
Jennifer Crow Logan County Administrative Support
Josilyn Lutze Logan County Emergency Manager
Josh Klein Logan County Landfill Supervisor
Patty Bartlett Logan County Treasurer
Marilee Johnson Logan County Public Information Coordinator
Callie Jones Journal Advocate
Chairman Brownell called the meeting to order at 3:00 p.m. Commissioner Yahn gave the invocation.
Chairman Brownell then lead the Pledge of Allegiance. Chairman Brownell asked if there were any revisions
to the agenda. Hearing no revisions, Chairman Brownell continued with the consent agenda.
The Board continued with the Consent Agenda items:
e Approval of the Minutes of June 30, 2026, meeting.
Commissioner Santomaso moved to approve the consent agenda. Commissioner Yahn seconded, and the
motion carried 3-0.
Chairman Brownell continued with New Business:
Commissioner Yahn discussed the extensive damage he had observed in the county with the recent storms last
week and this week.
Chairman Brownell read resolution 2026-18. Commissioner Yahn moved to approve Resolution 2026-18 for
Declaration of Local Disaster Emergency. Commissioner Santomaso seconded and the motion carried 3-0.
Other Business
Miscellaneous Business/Annou …
Tue Jun 30, 2026
Logan County Commissioners
Logan County considers Viaero Fiber right-of-way permit
The Logan County Board of Commissioners will consider several agreements, including a right-of-way permit for Viaero Fiber Networks and a talent buyer agreement for the Logan County Fair. They will also approve a utility easement and sign a proclamation for Outdoor Education Day. The meeting includes administrative items like approving prior minutes and announcing office closures.
- Consideration of agreement and Right-of-Way Permit SE2026-12 for Viaero Fiber Networks at County Road 33 and County Road 31.5 for underground fiber optic conduit
- Consideration of talent buyer agreement with Lakefront Entertainment for Scotty McCreery and Dugger Band performances at Logan County Fair on August 1, 2026
- Consideration of non-exclusive utility easement agreement with Public Service Company of Colorado in Block 2, Fairmont Resubdivision
- Proclamation declaring June 30, 2026 as Outdoor Education Day in Logan County
- County offices closed July 3, 2026 in observance of Independence Day
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✓ Decided: Approved Viaero fiber optic right-of-way at CR 33 and CR 31.5
The board approved a right-of-way permit for Viaero Fiber Networks for underground conduit at County Roads 33 and 31.5. They also approved a utility easement for Public Service Company of Colorado and postponed a talent buyer agreement for the county fair until July 7. A proclamation for Outdoor Education Day was read and approved.
- Approved consent agenda including June 16 minutes (3-0)
- Approved agreement and ROW permit SE2026-12 for Viaero Fiber Networks at CR 33 & CR 31.5 (3-0)
- Postponed talent buyer agreement with Lakefront Entertainment to July 7 (3-0)
- Approved utility easement for Public Service Company of Colorado in Fairmont Addition (3-0)
- Approved proclamation for Outdoor Education Day (3-0)
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AGENDA
Logan County Board of Commissioners
Logan County Courthouse, 315 Main Street, Sterling, Colorado
Tuesday, June 30, 2026 - 9:30 a.m.
Call to Order
Invocation
Pledge of Allegiance Revisions to Agenda Consent Agenda
Approval of the Minutes of the June 16, 2026, meeting.
Unfinished Business
New Business
Consideration of the approval of an agreement between Logan County and Viaero Fiber Networks,
LLC and issuance of Right of Way Permit Number SE2026-12 for use of the County Right of Way
at County Road 33 and County Road 31.5 for underground conduit for fiber optics.
Consideration of the approval of a Talent Buyer Agreement between Logan County (Logan County
Fair) and Lakefront Entertainment, LLC dba Fran Romeo Agency for the procurement of talent –
Scotty McCreery and Dugger Band for live performances at the Logan County Fair Night Show,
Saturday, August 1, 2026.
Consideration of the approval of an agreement between Logan County and Public Service
Company of Colorado for a non-exclusive easement for utility lines in Block 2, Fairmont
Resubdivision of a part of Fairmont Addition, in Section 29, Township 8 North, Range 52 West of
the 6
th Principal Meridian in Logan County, Colorado.
The Board will sign a proclamation promoting June 30
th as Outdoor Education Day in Logan County,
Colorado outside in the Courthouse Gazebo.
Other Busi …
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Logan County Commissioners
Commissioners will approve minutes and review agenda items
The Logan County Commissioners work session will handle routine business. Commissioners will approve the minutes from the previous session, make any needed revisions to the work session agenda, and review the upcoming business meeting agenda. No substantive policy decisions or contracts are on the agenda.
- Approval of minutes from the previous session
- Revisions to the work session agenda
- Review of the business meeting agenda
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✓ Decided: Commissioners approve previous minutes and postpone Lakefront Entertainment Agreement
The Board approved the June 23, 2026, work session minutes. The Lakefront Entertainment Agreement was postponed until July 7th to allow for ticket pricing revisions.
- Approved June 23, 2026, work session minutes (3-0)
- Postponed Lakefront Entertainment Agreement to July 7th
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Work Session Agenda
June 30, 2026
NEW BUSINESS
COMMISSIONERS/STAFF ISSUES
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
EXECUTIVE SESSION (AS NECESSARY)
RECESS/ADJOURN
TIME TOPIC
9:00 AM Approval of Minutes from Previous Session
9:00 AM Revisions to Work Session Agenda
9:00 AM
9:00 AM
Review of Business Meeting Agenda
Representative Dusty Johnson
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Logan County Commissioners Work Session
June 30, 2026
Present: Mike Brownell, Jim Yahn, Jim Santomaso, Alan Samber, Debbie Unrein, Marilee Johnson, Mike
Burri, Sirinya Frankel, Dennis Aulston, Rob Quint, Rick Cullip, Dusty Johnson, Callie Jones and Jennifer
Crow.
Chairman Brownell called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES FROM PREVIOUS SESSION - Commissioner Yahn moved to approve the
Work Session minutes of June 23, 2026. Commissioner Santomaso seconded, and the motion carried 3-0.
REVISIONS TO THE WORK SESSION AGENDA – There were no revisions
REVIEW OF BUSINESS MEETING AGENDA – The Board agreed to postpone definitely the Lakefront
Entertainment Agreement to July 7th due to some revisions that Lee Lippstrew is making to the ticket pricing.
REPRESENTATIVE DUSTY JOHNSON – Representative Dusty Johnson met with the Board. She told
the Board that she would be working for the Logan County Fair again this year. The Board thanked her for
her work at capitol this year. Ms. Johnson said that her biggest accomplishment was getting the bill passed
to make the EMTs and paramedics essential workers. That is the base block, and they will keep build ing on
that. One day there will be funding to help with fire, EMTs, and police.
Borrowers with Colorado Agricultural loans now have an additional two months to repay them, which may
eliminate the need for a bridge loan. While some borrowers may still choose that option, they now have two
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Tue Jun 23, 2026
Logan County Commissioners
County to consider Trap Club lease renewal and fee waiver for church event
The Logan County Commissioners will discuss a lease renewal for the Trap Club at the Shooting Sport Complex and a fee waiver request from St. Peter's Catholic Church for use of the Exhibit Center for a Cajun Boil event on October 3, 2026. These are the only substantive items on an otherwise procedural work session agenda.
- Ron Egbert – Logan County Trap Club Lease Renewal at Logan County Shooting Sport Complex
- Louanne Koester, Regina Boerner re: St. Peter’s Catholic Church request fee waiver for Exhibit Center for Cajun Boil 10/3/26
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✓ Decided: Commissioners approve fee waiver for church event and discuss DA software
The Board approved a fee waiver for St. Peter's Catholic Church to use the Exhibit Center on October 3, 2026. They discussed a proposal for the District Attorney's Office to purchase Axon Justice Premier software, agreeing to support the contract if other counties in the 13th Judicial District also participate.
- Approved Work Session minutes from June 16, 2026 (2-0)
- Waived Exhibit Center fees for St. Peter's Catholic Church on Oct 3, 2026 (2-0)
- Discussed District Attorney's request for Axon Justice Premier software
- Agreed to support DA software contract if other counties join
- Commissioner Brownell to discuss courthouse window repairs with Rick Cullip
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Work Session Agenda
June 23, 2026
NEW BUSINESS
COMMISSIONERS/STAFF ISSUES
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
EXECUTIVE SESSION (AS NECESSARY)
RECESS/ADJOURN
TIME TOPIC
9:00 AM Approval of Minutes from Previous Session
9:00 AM Revisions to Work Session Agenda
9:00 AM
9:15 AM
Ron Egbert – Logan County Trap Club Lease Renewal at Logan County Shooting
Sport Complex
Louanne Koester, Regina Boerner re: St. Peter’s Catholic Church request fee
waiver for Exhibit Center for Cajun Boil 10/3/26
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Tue Jun 16, 2026
Logan County Commissioners
Board to hold public hearing on fair liquor license, consider subdivision exemption and contracts
The Logan County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on a special events liquor license for the Knights Home of Sterling at the Logan County Fair (July 28–August 2). They will also consider approving a subdivision exemption resolution to create an 11.24-acre parcel, contracts for water heater installation at the Justice Center, right-of-way permits for utility work, and paving at the fairgrounds. Consent agenda items include approval of June 9 meeting minutes and a clerk and recorder report.
- Public hearing on Special Events Liquor License for Knights Home of Sterling at Logan County Fair, July 28–August 2, 2026
- Consideration of Resolution 2026-17 for subdivision exemption to create an 11.24-acre parcel from a 19.27-acre parcel in SR zone
- Contract with Economy Air Conditioning & Heating, Inc. for installation of commercial water heaters at Logan County Justice Center
- Contract with McAtee Construction Co. dba Simon for asphalt removal and paving at Logan County Fairgrounds
- Right-of-way permit agreement with Hooper Corp. for work at 8151 County Road 33
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✓ Decided: Board approves liquor license, contracts, and subdivision
The Logan County Board of Commissioners approved a special events liquor license for the Logan County Fair, contracts for commercial water heaters, asphalt removal and paving, and a subdivision application. The board also approved agreements for right-of-way permits with Hooper Corp. and Tallgrass Interstate Gas Transmission, LLC.
- Approved Special Events Liquor License for Knights Home of Sterling (3-0)
- Approved contract with Economy Air Conditioning & Heating (3-0)
- Approved Resolution 2026-17 for Subdivision (3-0)
- Approved agreement with Hooper Corp. for Right of Way Permit 2026-10 (3-0)
- Approved agreement with Tallgrass Interstate Gas Transmission for Right of Way Permit 2026-11 (3-0)
- Approved contract with McAtee Construction for Fairgrounds asphalt removal and paving (3-0)
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AGENDA
Logan County Board of Commissioners
Logan County Courthouse, 315 Main Street, Sterling, Colorado
Tuesday, June 16, 2026 - 9:30 a.m.
Call to Order
Invocation
Pledge of Allegiance Revisions to Agenda Consent Agenda
Approval of the Minutes of the June 9, 2026, meeting.
Acknowledgement of the receipt of the Clerk and Recorder’s Report for the month of May 2026.
Appointment of Jeff Rice to fill a vacancy on the Logan County Lodging Tax Board for a two-year
term.
Unfinished Business
New Business
The Board will open a public hearing to consider the approval of an application submitted by the
Knights Home of Sterling for a Special Events Liquor License for the Logan County Fair to be held at
the Logan County Fairgrounds, Sterling, Colorado on July 28 through August 2, 2026.
Consideration of the approval of a contract between Logan County and Economy Air Conditioning &
Heating, Inc. for installation of commercial water heaters at the Logan County Justice Center.
Consideration of the approval of Resolution 2026-17 for Subdivision Exemption on behalf of the
Administrator of the Estate of Jerry Lee Cronk to create an 11.24-acre parcel from a 19.27-acre
parcel in a Suburban Residential (SR) zone District in the East Half of Section 13, Township 6 North,
Range 54 West, of the 6th Principal Meridian, in Logan County, Colorado.
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Tue Jun 16, 2026
Logan County Commissioners
Commissioners to review 5-year loss analysis for CAPP and CWCP Pools
The Logan County Commissioners will hold a work session with mostly procedural items, including approval of minutes and agenda revisions. The main substantive item is a presentation by Dana Foley on a 5-year loss analysis for the CAPP and CWCP Pools.
- Approval of minutes from previous session
- Revisions to work session agenda
- Executive session as necessary
- Presentation by Dana Foley on 5-year loss analysis for CAPP and CWCP Pools
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✓ Decided: Commissioners approve prior minutes, hear insurance loss analysis
The Logan County Board of County Commissioners approved the work session minutes from June 9, 2026, by a 3-0 vote. The remainder of the meeting was informational, including a presentation by Dana Foley of CTSI on the county's five-year loss analysis for the CAPP and CWCP insurance pools. No other decisions or votes were taken.
- Approved work session minutes of June 9, 2026 (3-0)
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June 16, 2026
NEW BUSINESS
COMMISSIONERS/STAFF ISSUES
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
EXECUTIVE SESSION (AS NECESSARY)
RECESS/ADJOURN
TIME TOPIC
9:00 AM Approval of Minutes from Previous Session
9:00 AM Revisions to Work Session Agenda
10:00 AM
Dana Foley CTSI 5 year loss analysis CAPP and CWCP Pools
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Thu Jun 11, 2026
Logan County Fair Board
Fair board to approve $533,821 cash fund balance
The Logan County Fair Board will consider approval of the treasurer’s report showing $2,894.88 in bills and a cash fund balance of $533,821.32, and discuss new business including vendor locations, Facebook scam reports, lodging numbers, and parade judges.
- Approval of bills for May totaling $2,894.88 and cash fund balance of $533,821.32
- Discussion on indoor sponsor banners and fair posters/videographers
- New business: vendor location assignments and coordination responsibilities
- Report of scammers on Facebook soliciting vendor applications
- Discussion of lodging numbers and parade judges for the 2026 fair (July 23–August 2)
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✓ Decided: Logan County Fair Board approves Cattle Grounds Coffee as livestock area vendor
The board approved a $250 fee for Cattle Grounds Coffee to operate in the livestock area. The board also approved the May 26th minutes and the May treasurer's report. Members discussed golf cart procurement and sponsorship requirements.
- Approved May 26, 2026 meeting minutes
- Approved May treasurer's report showing $2,894.88 in bills and a cash balance of $533,821.32
- Approved contract for Cattle Grounds Coffee as a vendor in the livestock area for a $250 fee
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AGENDA
Logan County Fair Board
Logan County Courthouse, 315 Main Street, Sterling, Colorado
Thursday, June 11, 2026 – 7:00 p.m.
Call to Order President Aaron Hettinger
Guest Presentations:
Queen Update:
Ex Officio Reports
Fair Manager’s Report and Correspondence Guy McEndaffer
Buildings & Grounds Supervisor Report Rick Cullip
Extension Office Report Brian Kailey, JD Sexton, Jaci Wagner
FFA Advisor’s Report FFA Representative
Committee Reports:
Consent Agenda
Approval of Minutes from May 2026, Secretary Janie Rasmussen
Approval of Treasurer’s Report- Bills for May are $2894.88 as well as the Cash Fund Balance $ 533,821.32
Unfinished Business
Indoor sponsor banners
Caitlin – Fair Posters; Videographers
Ticket takers/ushers
New Business
Vendors – different locations – Who gets to agree to this – President, Linda the Coordinator – too many vendors will
they return if they don’t make money?
Scammers on Facebook for vendor applications.
Lodging numbers
Parade judges
Executive Session if Needed.
Adjournment
Upcoming Important Dates:
2026 Fair Dates: 7/23/2026 – 8/2/2026
2027 Fair Dates: 7/29/2024 – 8/8/2026
Next Fair Board Meeting
July 9, 2026 @ 7:00 p.m.
Total Fair Board Members 16 for a quorum 9 Board Members
Wed Jun 10, 2026
Human Services Board
Routine board meeting with no major decisions
The Logan County Board of Human Services is meeting for a routine session. The agenda includes only procedural items such as approving minutes, reviewing financial reports, and receiving staff and department updates. No specific proposals, ordinances, or contracts are listed for discussion or action.
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✓ Decided: Board approves continued placement of a turtle in the county building
The Board approved the continued presence of a turtle in a caseworker's office for therapeutic benefit. The meeting included updates on successful CBI/FBI and In-Home foster care audits.
- Approved May 13, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved continued placement of a turtle within the county building
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AGENDA
June 10, 2026
9:00 A.M.
Central Services Building
508 S. 10th Ave., Sterling, CO
1. Call to Order
2. Approval of Minutes
3. Overview of Financial Reports
4. Briefing Highlights
a.) Staff Updates
b.) Department Updates
5. Next Meeting Date
6. Executive Session, as needed
Tue Jun 9, 2026
Logan County Commissioners
County to consider resolution backing sugar factory site redevelopment grant
The Logan County Board of Commissioners will consider approving an intergovernmental agreement to share a Veteran's Service Officer with Phillips and Sedgwick counties, and vote on funding for three lodging tax projects. They will also consider a resolution supporting a grant application for redeveloping the former sugar factory site into an agricultural innovation campus, a contract amendment with Turn Key Health for detention center healthcare, and sign a proclamation for Men's Health Week.
- Intergovernmental Agreement for shared Veteran's Service Officer with Phillips and Sedgwick counties
- Lodging Tax Board Projects: Sugar Beet Days ($3,000), July Jamz ($2,100), Avid Gold Magazine ($4,450)
- Amendment to contract with Turn Key Health Clinics for detention center healthcare
- Resolution 2026-16 supporting grant for former sugar factory site (35 acres for agricultural innovation campus)
- Proclamation for Men's Health Week (June 15-21, 2026)
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✓ Decided: Commissioners support grant for former sugar factory redevelopment (3-0)
The Logan County Board of Commissioners approved an intergovernmental agreement with Phillips and Sedgwick counties for shared veteran services, funded three lodging tax projects, and amended a health care contract for the detention center. The board also unanimously passed a resolution supporting the Logan County Economic Development Corporation's pursuit of grant funding for redeveloping the former sugar factory site into an agricultural innovation campus.
- Approved consent agenda including minutes and reports (3-0)
- Approved intergovernmental agreement for shared veteran service officer among Logan, Phillips, and Sedgwick counties (3-0)
- Approved $3,000 for Sugar Beet Days, $2,100 for July Jamz, and $4,450 for Avid Golf Magazine from lodging tax (3-0)
- Approved amendment to health care contract with Turn Key Health Clinics for the detention center (3-0)
- Approved Resolution 2026-16 supporting economic development grant for former sugar factory site (3-0)
- Signed proclamation for Men's Health Week June 15-21, 2026
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Logan County Board of Commissioners
Logan County Courthouse, 315 Main Street, Sterling, Colorado
Special Meeting, Tuesday, June 9, 2026 - 9:30 a.m.
Call to Order
Invocation
Pledge of Allegiance Revisions to Agenda Consent Agenda
Approval of the Minutes of the May 19, 2026, meeting.
Acknowledge receipt of the Sheriff’s Fee Reports for the months of April and May 2026.
Acknowledge receipt of the Landfill Supervisor’s report for the month of May 2026.
Acknowledge receipt of the Treasurer’s Report for the month of May 2026.
Unfinished Business
New Business
Consideration of the approval of an Intergovernmental Agreement between the Board of County
Commissioners of Logan County, Colorado; the Board of County Commissioners of Phillips County,
Colorado; and the Board of County Commissioners of Sedgwick County, Colorado for shared use of the
services of the Logan County Veteran’s Service Officer.
Consideration of the approval of the following Logan County Lodging Tax Board Projects:
• Sugar Beet Days - $3,000.00.
• July Jamz - $2,100.00.
• Avid Gold Magazine - $4,450.00.
Consideration of the approval of an Amendment to the Contract for Health Care Personnel and
Administration between the Logan County Sheriff’s Office and Turn Key Health Clinics, LLC dba TK
Health for the Logan County Detention Center in Sterling, Colorado.
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Tue Jun 9, 2026
Logan County Commissioners
Commissioners will approve minutes and review agenda items
The Logan County Commissioners will approve the minutes from the previous session, make revisions to the work session agenda, and review the upcoming business meeting agenda. No substantive policy decisions are listed.
- Approval of minutes from previous session
- Revisions to work session agenda
- Review of business meeting agenda
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✓ Decided: Commissioners discuss secure inmate transport vehicle purchase
The Board discussed the potential purchase of a secured inmate transport vehicle to improve security during transfers. The Sheriff's Office presented options including a used vehicle in Larimer County and new chassis alternatives. No formal vote was taken on the vehicle purchase during this work session.
- Approved May 26, 2026, work session minutes (3-0)
- Approved May 2026 Commissioners proceedings (3-0)
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Work Session Agenda
June 9, 2026
NEW BUSINESS
COMMISSIONERS/STAFF ISSUES
Commissioners Proceedings for the month of May 2026
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
EXECUTIVE SESSION (AS NECESSARY)
RECESS/ADJOURN
TIME TOPIC
9:00 AM Approval of Minutes from Previous Session
9:00 AM Revisions to Work Session Agenda
9:00 AM Review of Business Meeting Agenda
9:00 AM
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Tue May 26, 2026
Logan County Commissioners
County discusses Xcel natural gas pipeline upgrade
Logan County Commissioners hold a work session to discuss multiple items, including a natural gas pipeline upgrade by Xcel, a mobile coffee shop setup at the Heritage Center during the fair, and a CHIPS Grant application for the Sugar Factory. The session also includes a meeting with Phillips and Sedgwick County Commissioners. No votes are taken; this is a discussion session.
- Hans Rodvik with Xcel presents Natural Gas Pipeline Upgrade
- Addison Ortiz discusses Ivory Blends Mobile Coffee Shop setup at Heritage Center during Fair
- Trae Miller presents Sugar Factory CHIPS Grant application
- Meeting with Christopher Kelley and Phillips and Sedgwick County Commissioners at 2:00 PM
- Approval of minutes and agenda revisions
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✓ Decided: Approved previous minutes; discussed Xcel pipeline and CHIPS grant
The Logan County Commissioners approved the May 19, 2026 work session minutes (3-0). The remainder of the work session consisted of discussions only: the Elks Lodge beer garden plan (contingent on city council approval), an update on Xcel's multi-year natural gas pipeline replacement in Sterling, a potential letter of support for a CHIPS grant application by LCEDC for the Sugar Factory site, a transformer upgrade, a mobile coffee shop request during fair week, and a tri-county veterans service officer intergovernmental agreement. No other formal votes were taken.
- Approved minutes of May 19, 2026 (3-0)
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May 26, 2026
NEW BUSINESS
COMMISSIONERS/STAFF ISSUES
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
EXECUTIVE SESSION (AS NECESSARY)
RECESS/ADJOURN
TIME TOPIC
9:00 AM Approval of Minutes from Previous Session
9:00 AM Revisions to Work Session Agenda
9:00 AM
9:30 AM
9:45 AM
10:00 AM
Hans Rodvik Xcel – Natural Gas Pipeline Upgrade
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Addison Ortiz – Ivory Blends Mobile Coffee Shop re: set up at Heritage Center
during Fair
Trae Miller - Sugar Factory CHIPS Grant application
2:00 PM
Christopher Kelley and Phillips and Sedgwick County Commissioners
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Tue May 19, 2026
Logan County Commissioners
Commissioners to consider subdivision exemptions and cancel old tax certificates
The board will hold a public hearing on a special events liquor license for NJC Young Farmers at the fairgrounds. They will consider approving two subdivision exemptions to create parcels from agricultural land. A resolution to cancel tax sale certificates held for over 30 years is up for approval. Other items include lodging tax board projects and an agreement for extreme bull riding at the county fair.
- Public hearing on special events liquor license for NJC Young Farmers at Logan County Fairgrounds on June 20, 2026
- Subdivision exemption for Michael L. Bohler to create a 13.289-acre parcel from an 88.85-acre AG-zoned parcel
- Subdivision exemption for Keith B. Ladd to create a 17.78-acre parcel from a 319-acre AG-zoned parcel
- Resolution 2026-15 cancelling tax sale certificates held by the county for more than thirty years
- Agreement with Josh Frihauf to produce extreme bull riding performance at the 2026 Logan County Fair
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✓ Decided: Board approved multiple licenses, contracts, and two subdivision exemptions (all 3‑0)
The commissioners approved the consent agenda and then authorized a special events liquor license for NJC Young Farmers, a Lodging Tax Board passport project, and a fair rodeo service contract. They also adopted a purchasing‑policy amendment, approved two subdivision exemption resolutions, cancelled long‑held tax‑sale certificates, and granted a secure transportation service license with seven vehicle permits. All motions carried by a 3‑0 vote.
- Approved consent agenda (3-0)
- Approved Special Events Liquor License for NJC Young Farmers (3-0)
- Approved Lodging Tax Board 2026 Passport project up to $1,500 and incentives up to $900 (3-0)
- Approved Fair and Rodeo service agreement with Josh Frihauf (3-0)
- Approved amendment to Purchasing Policy for capital assets (3-0)
- Approved Resolution 2026-13 granting Subdivision Exemption for Michael L. Bohler (13.289‑acre parcel) (3-0)
- Approved Resolution 2026-14 granting Subdivision Exemption for Keith B. Ladd (17.78‑acre parcel) (3-0)
- Approved Resolution 2026-15 cancelling tax‑sale certificates over 30 years old (3-0)
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Logan County Board of Commissioners
Logan County Courthouse, 315 Main Street, Sterling, Colorado
Tuesday, May 19, 2026 - 9:30 a.m.
Call to Order
Invocation
Pledge of Allegiance Revisions to Agenda Consent Agenda
Approval of the Minutes of the May 7, 2026, meeting.
Acknowledge receipt of the Treasurer’s Report for the month of April 2026.
Acknowledge receipt of the Clerk and Recorder’s Report for the month of April 2026.
Consideration of the approval of an application for the renewal of a Retail Liquor Store License on
behalf of Big B’s Beer and Bait, LLC at 24005 CR 330, Sterling, CO 80751.
Unfinished Business
New Business
The Board will open a public hearing to consider the approval of an application submitted by the
NJC Young Farmers for a Special Events Liquor License for an event to be held at the Logan
County Fairgrounds on June 20, 2026.
Consideration of the approval of the following Logan County Lodging Tax Board Projects:
• Explore Logan County 2026 Passport – up to $1,500.00.
• Volunteer Incentives – Up to $900.00.
Consideration of the approval of an agreement for service between Logan County Fair and Rodeo,
c/o Board of County Commissioners of Logan County and Josh Frihauf to produce, manage and
supply an arena and rodeo stock for the Extreme Bull Riding performance at the 2026 Logan County
Fair.
Consideration of t …
Tue May 19, 2026
Logan County Commissioners
County commissioners hold work session with Sen. Pelton
The Logan County Commissioners are meeting for a work session with no substantive decisions listed. The agenda includes approval of minutes, agenda revisions, and a review of the business meeting agenda, along with a discussion with Senator Byron Pelton. No specific proposals, contracts, or public hearings are scheduled.
- Senator Byron Pelton is listed as a topic for discussion
- Approval of minutes from previous session
- Revisions to work session agenda
- Review of business meeting agenda
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✓ Decided: Commissioners approved previous work session minutes
The Logan County Commissioners approved the minutes from the May 12, 2026, work session. The meeting focused on a legislative update from Senator Byron Pelton regarding bills affecting county land use authority and road funding.
- Approved May 12, 2026 work session minutes (3-0)
- Accepted Logan County as cooperating agency for Perkins County Canal EIS
- Invited to Chamber of Commerce Gravel Cycling Guide launch
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Logan County Commissioners
Work Session Agenda
May 19, 2026
NEW BUSINESS
COMMISSIONERS/STAFF ISSUES
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
EXECUTIVE SESSION (AS NECESSARY)
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TIME TOPIC
9:00 AM Approval of Minutes from Previous Session
9:00 AM Revisions to Work Session Agenda
9:00 AM Review of Business Meeting Agenda
9:00 AM Senator Byron Pelton
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Thu May 14, 2026
Logan County Fair Board
Fair Board to discuss fair bid, sponsor banners, and new Movie Night event
The Logan County Fair Board will consider several items including approval of the treasurer's report showing $481,731.23 in cash funds and $1,100.64 in bills. Unfinished business includes updates on indoor sponsor banners, the fair bid, and the poultry and rabbit tent. New business topics are Movie Night and Mega Passes First Farm Bank. The meeting also includes reports from the fair manager, buildings and grounds, extension office, and FFA advisor.
- Approval of treasurer's report: bills $1,100.64, cash fund balance $481,731.23
- Indoor sponsor banners update
- Fair bid update
- Poultry and rabbit tent discussion
- New business: Movie Night and Mega Passes First Farm Bank
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✓ Decided: Fair Board approves $2,365 tent rental for rabbit and poultry area
The Logan County Fair Board approved several operational items for the upcoming fair, including renting a 30x40 tent for $2,365 to cover the rabbit and poultry area. The board also allowed a local nonprofit, Country Kickup, to use the bingo pavilion for dance lessons on August 1st, and authorized staff to seek proposals for social media management. All votes were unanimous.
- Approved Country Kickup's use of bingo pavilion Aug 1, 5-7pm (unanimous)
- Approved $2,365 tent rental for rabbit and poultry area (unanimous)
- Approved drive-in movie "8 Seconds" during county roping (unanimous)
- Approved seeking social media marketing proposals (unanimous)
- Approved 16 indoor arena banners for 2026 (unanimous)
- Approved First Farm Bank to sell Mega and Day passes (unanimous)
- Approved motion for Hermes to explore contract labor for ticket takers (unanimous)
- Approved treasurer's report with $481,731.23 cash balance (unanimous)
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AGENDA
Logan County Fair Board
Logan County Courthouse, 315 Main Street, Sterling, Colorado
Thursday, May 14, 2026 – 7:00 p.m.
Call to Order President Aaron Hettinger
Guest Presentations: Eric Lovell
Queen Update: Queen Saddle Presentation
Ex Officio Reports
Fair Manager’s Report and Correspondence Guy McEndaffer
Buildings & Grounds Supervisor Report Rick Cullip
Extension Office Report Brian Kailey, JD Sexton, Jaci Wagner
FFA Advisor’s Report FFA Representative
Committee Reports:
Consent Agenda
Approval of Minutes from April 10, 2025, Secretary Janie Rasmussen
Approval of Treasurer’s Report- Bills for April are $1100.64 as well as the Cash Fund Balance $481,731.23
Unfinished Business
Indoor sponsor banners
Fair Bid update
Poultry and Rabbit tent
New Business
Movie Night
Mega Passes First Farm Bank
Executive Session if Needed.
Adjournment
Upcoming Important Dates:
2026 Fair Dates: 7/23/2026 – 8/2/2026
2027 Fair Dates: 7/29/2024 – 8/8/2026
Next Fair Board Meeting
June 11, 2026 @ 7:00 p.m.
Total Fair Board Members 16 for a quorum 9 Board Members
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Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,046/mo (2025)
Adults with low literacy20.2% (low numeracy 31% · 2017)
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