PROCEEDINGS OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
MONDAY, APRIL 4, 1994
SUBDIVISIONS
(#478)
The Board of County Commissioners met at 9:00 a.m. in regular
session with John Barnett, Director of Planning. Chairman Pro-Tem
Disney presided; Commissioner Hotchkiss was present and Chair
Duvall was absent. Also present were: Jerry White, Zoning Administrator;
Al Kadera, Subdivision Administrator; Rex Burns, Engineering;
Jerry Blehm, Environmental Health; and Jeannine Haag, Assistant
County Attorney. Recording Clerk, S. Graves.
Mr. Barnett stated that the following is a Consent Item and will
not be discussed in detail unless requested by the Commissioners
or members of the audience.
1. DIMICK SPECIAL REVIEW AMENDMENT (#Z-30-91): SE 1/4 10-5-58;
EAST SIDE OF I-25, 1/4 MILE NORTH OF U.S. HIGHWAY 34; 1/2 ACRE;
1 LOT; AP-AIRPORT ZONING (04-01-94)
This is a request for an amendment to a Special Review to allow
motorcycle sales, restoration, and distribution facility in the
AP-Airport Zone. Staff Findings include: 1) The proposed use
is compatible with existing and probable future uses in the vicinity;
2) Existing services are adequate to meet the requirements of
the proposed use; 3) The proposed development will not unduly
contribute to traffic congestion or impede airport access; 4)
The proposed use is consistent with the County Comprehensive Plan
and Zoning Resolution; 5) The proposed development poses no significant
threat to public health, safety, or welfare; 6) The proposed development
would not have uses or activities which are incompatible with
airport operation.
The Planning Commission/Staff Recommendation is for Approval of
the Amended Dimick Special Review, with the following conditions:
1) A revised landscaping plan shall be provided for approval of
the County Planning Department, County Forester, and Colorado
Department of Transportation. The plan shall provide for additional
landscaping, and also for screening of the area used for storage/display
of vehicles. The plan shall be implemented by June 1, 1994; 2)
A maximum of six employees may be working on the site at any time;
3) Signage on the property shall be limited to a single sign which
complies with the County Sign Code. The existing advertising
billboard shall be removed prior to June 1, 1994. Owner agrees
that signage shall be maintained in compliance with County regulations,
at all times; 4) "No Parking" signs shall be installed
along the frontage road in accordance with Department of Transportation
requirements; 5) The owner shall sign an annexation agreement
within 30 days of final approval; 6) The owner shall agree to
connect to public water and public sewer at such time as it is
located within 400' of the property, on the east side of Interstate
Highway 25; 7) Unless otherwise required by the above conditions,
all development and use on the site shall be consistent with Zoning
File Exhibit 1 (Application for Zoning Action dated 12/26/91,
and Exhibit B (Letter dated May 26, 1993 from Robert J. Penny,
and letter dated October 18, 1993 from Kurt Dimick).
M O T I O N
Commissioner Hotchkiss moved that the Board adopt the Staff Findings
and the Planning Commission/Staff Recommendation and approve the
Dimick Special Review Amendment (#Z-30-91), with conditions as
outlined.
Motion carried 2 - 0.
2. DISCUSSION ITEM - JOHNSTON MINOR RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT:
Mr. Kadera reviewed the background of a problem which has arisen
between Dick Johnston, landowner and developer of the Johnston
MRD, (approved in September 1993) and the Hidden View Estates
Subdivision Homeowner's Association. Originally, Mr. Johnston
owned the property which included the leach field for the Hidden
View Estates Subdivision; a Homeowner's Association was formed,
an agreement was reached, and Mr. Johnston deeded the leach field
to the Association and sold them an additional parcel for expansion
of the leach field in the future. The County agreed that the
Homeowner's Association would be responsible for the operation
and maintenance of the leach field and that no building permits
would be issued without the consent of the Association. Mr. Johnston
has applied for a building permit and the Association has refused
to sign off on a building permit until Mr. Johnston pays a tap
fee of $5,000; Mr. Johnston refuses to pay the fee and an impasse
has been reached. The County Attorney advised that this is a
civil matter but it was hoped that by discussing this matter before
the Board today an agreement could be reached without the need
for litigation.
Mr. Johnston described the problems he has had obtaining approval
of the Johnston MRD. Mr. Johnston stated he is desirous of reaching
an agreement with the Homeowners Association and only wishes
to be treated fairly and equally; he suggested that to be fair,
all the homeowners should pay their proportionate share for the
expansion. Mr. Johnston offered to withdraw from the original
agreement and provide an on-site septic system for the homes in
his MRD. The attorney for the Homeowner's Association stated
that the Association has no objection to Mr. Johnston adding on
to the sewer system; however, the problem relates to dollars,
the existing sewer system is at capacity and if Mr. Johnston comes
onto the system, the system must be expanded and money is needed
for the expansion. Ms Haag stated that interpretation of the
original agreement between Mr. Johnston and the Homeowner's Association
is vague with regard to outlining the rights and obligations of
the parties involved. Lengthy discussion followed.
M O T I O N
Commissioner Hotchkiss moved that the Board deny the request to
amend the conditions of the Johnston Minor Residential Development,
and noted for the record that the Board has tried to negotiate
an agreement between the owner of the Johnston Minor Residential
Development and the Homeowner's Association of the Hidden View
Estates Subdivision.
Motion carried 2 - 0.
The meeting recessed at 10:00 a.m.
LIQUOR LICENSE VIOLATION HEARING
FOR "END OF THE TRAIL" SALOON
(#479)
The Board of County Commissioners reconvened at 2:00 p.m. for
a Liquor License Violation Hearing for the End of the Trail Saloon.
Chairman Pro-Tem Disney presided; Commissioner Hotchkiss was
present, Chair Duvall was absent. Also present were George
Hass, County Attorney, and Bill Gordon, County Administrator.
Recording Clerk, S. Graves.
Mr. Rusty Nichols, attorney for Edith Moynier Stark, owner and
liquor license holder of the End of the Trail Saloon, asked for
a continuance of the hearing for two weeks because he hasn't had
adequate time to review and prepare for the hearing. After discussion,
it was decided to proceed with the hearing today.
Mr. Hass called Sheriff's Department Deputy William Eckrich to the stand; who was sworn in by Chairman Pro-Tem Disney and questioned by Mr. Hass. Deputy Eckrich described three incident reports (Exhibits 1, 2 and 3) from the End of the Trail Saloon, located at 1720 Glade Road in Loveland, Colorado and it was noted for the record that copies of these reports were previously sent to the license holder. Deputy Eckrich also submitted a computer printout (Exhibit 4) from the Sheriff's Department indicating twenty (20) calls of complaint against the End of the Trail Saloon in the last seven and one-half months; and a copy of the letter from Deputy Eckrich (Exhibit 5) requesting this hearing was also submitted. Deputy Eckrich stated that his main concern and reason for calling this hearing was that during one of the incidents Ms. Stark was requested to call the Sheriff's Department for assistance and she refused because she felt if the Sheriff was called, someone from the Sheriff's Department would be at her place every night. Deputy Eckrich noted that failing to call the Sheriff's Department when a disturbance occurs on the licensed premise, when requested to do so, is a violation of Colorado Revised Statute 12-47-130(1)(a) Regulation 47-105.1(1CCR 203-2).
Mr. Nichols cross-examined Deputy Eckrich and questioned Ms. Stark,
after she was sworn in, about the three incidents described by
Deputy Eckrich. Ms. Stark stated that subsequent to the three
incidents in November, she has improved the lighting in the parking
lot, increased staff by hiring additional bouncers and bartenders,
installed moniters and a camera inside the bar and pool room,
and all the bouncers wear two-way walkie-talkies. Ms. Stark
submitted four pictures (Exhibits A,B,C, and D) of signs put in
the windows saying "No Colors" to prohibit gang members
inside the Saloon. Mr. Hass cross-examined Ms. Stark and she
agreed to call the Sheriff's Department in the future if and when
a disturbance occurs in her establishment; also Ms. Stark indicated
she will have regular employee meetings to review the Colorado
State Liquor Code Regulations with her employees. Commissioner
Hotchkiss asked if there have been any violations inside the establishment;
Deputy Eckrich responded that no violations inside have been documented.
Mr. Nichols stated that Ms. Stark is trying to run a proper establishment
and has learned a great lesson since last November; Mr. Hass noted
that operating a bar in this State is a privilege granted by a
license and the license holder has to have certain qualifiications
for operating a liquor establishment and it is not a place for
"on-the-job training". Mr. Hass offered several options
for the Board to consider; further discussion ensued. Based on
the evidence presented today and because the seriousness of the
problem merits some type of disciplinary action, mainly the refusal
to call the Sheriff, the following action was taken:
M O T I O N
Commissioner Hotchkiss moved that the Board of County Commissioners
suspend the liquor license and close the End of the Trail Saloon
at 1720 Glade Road, Loveland, Colorado for ten (10) days, beginning
April 10 until April 20, 1994, and further moved that the Board
suspend seven (7) days of that closure, resulting in closure of
the establishment on April 10, 11, and 12, 1994, providing there
are no more violations, alleged and proven, within the next six
months.
Motion carried 2 - 0.
The meeting adjourned at 3:20 p.m.
TUESDAY, APRIL 5, 1994
PUBLIC WORKS STANDING MEETING
(#481)
The Board of County Commissioners met at 9:30 a.m. in regular
session with Rex Smith, Director of Public Works. Chair Duvall
presided; Commissioners Disney and Hotchkiss were present. Also
present were: Bill Heiden, Director Road and Bridge Department;
Steve Chaffee and Don Haywood, Bike Racers; Lt. Dave Cox, Sheriff's
Department; and Bill Gordon, County Administrator. Recording
Clerk, S. Graves.
1. SPECIAL EVENTS PERMIT PROCESS: Much discussion ensued regarding
concerns with the existing Special Events Permit Process. Mr.
Smith requested minor revisions be made to the resolution and
permit form to require an early check by Road and Bridge to see
if there will be a conflict with road maintenance or construction
at the time of the event, but not to require Road and Bridge to
recommend approval or denial of the event. Mr. Smith also stated
that the Board's policy regarding road closures for these events
need to be reviewed. Lt. Cox stated that the Sheriff's Department
position for issuing a permit is to check for safety and make
a recommendation solely on whether or not it is safe to allow
the event, they are not concerned with impact on citizens or road
construction. After much discussion, it was agreed by all that
the special events permit process needs to be streamlined. Commissioner
Disney indicated his sanction for occasional road closures for
these events, but maybe should consider placing a quota on the
number of races allowed on any given road. Commissioner Hotchkiss
stated that he feels that road closures should be avoided, if
possible. Mr. Haywood said the reason they asked for a road
closure is because the Buckeye Race has grown so large--over 700
bikers this year. Mr. Chaffee stated that the Frost-Bite Time
Trial Race would need a 2 1/2 to 3 hour road closure. It was
agreed by all that the promoters of the races should do all the
planning. Commissioner Disney will work with a committee comprised
of Mr. Smith, Lt. Cox, bike racers, concerned citizens, etc. and
review the current policy regarding Special Events Permits and
make revisions as suggested today. Chair Duvall suggested compiling
a list of all the races scheduled for the year and having a public
hearing to provide an opportunity for the Board to address the
concerns of all interested parties.
2. LAKE SHORE GARDENS DRAINAGE: Mr. Smith reviewed the drainage
situation which exists north of Horseshoe Lake on Engleman Drive,
previously discussed with the Board on March 15, 1994. Mr.
Smith stated that the existing drainage problem has been caused
by an extension added to the original system by the homeowners;
the County Attorney advised that when the County accepted maintenance
responsibility for these roads, storm sewer maintenance was not
accepted. Two options were offered to the homeowners: 1) Allow
the extension to remain if it causes no further problems on the
street, or 2) If a problem develops, the County will furnish labor
and equipment to replace the extension if the homeowners are willing
to furnish materials and remove/replace sod, landscaping, etc.,
and the County will sign off for any responsibility for any future
damage. The Board concurred with the options presented and
directed Mr. Smith to take care of the problem.
3. TRANSPORTATION PLAN: With regard to the Felsburg Proposal for a Transportation Plan, Mr. Smith requested guidance from the Board whether or not to proceed and if so, how? Mr. Smith had three questions: 1) Should we do it? 2) Who will pay? 3) Who is going to do it? Commissioner Hotchkiss asked Mr. Smith what he thinks. Mr. Smith responded: 1) It should be done; 2) Road & Bridge should not pay for it; 3) Felsburg should be retained to do it. Commissioner Disney suggested that the Plan should be integrated with the Upper Front Range and North Front Range Transportation Plans, and should be comprehensive and GIS compatible. Commissioner Hotchkiss recommended that monies for this Plan should be derived from year-end carry over. Both Mr. Smith and Commissioner Disney recommended proceeding with the Felsburg Proposal, and it was noted that the new Assistant County Administrator will integrate this Transportation Plan Project with the Strategic Plan.
4. CR 193 IMPROVEMENT: Mr. Smith received a call from the Loveland
City Engineer requesting County participation for improvements
on Namaqua Road to add paved shoulders and an overlay. Mr. Smith
noted these improvements would be a joint project between the
developer, City of Loveland, and the County and our cost would
be $20,000; these monies to be derived from the Road & Bridge
Budget. Mr. Smith stated that everything considered, it is probably
wise to participate in this road enhancement project. CONSENSUS
OF THE BOARD was to direct Mr. Smith to inform the Loveland City
Engineer that the County will participate in this joint effort.
5. ADOPT-A-ROAD: Mr. Heiden has had numerous inquiries regarding
the County setting up an Adopt-A-Road Program for litter pickup
and Mr. Smith requested approval from the Board to proceed in
setting up this Program by Earth Day. The Board concurred with
this request, although some concern was expressed as to signage,
and directed Mr. Heiden to work with the Bureau of Reclamation
on this project and draft procedures and a policy and return to
the Board for formal adoption of the Program.
6. REQUEST FOR ADDITIONAL SICK LEAVE HOURS FOR ELAINE SPENCER:
Mr. Smith submitted Ms. Spencer's schedule for her bone marrow
transplant and stated that she will run out of donated sick leave
by the end of April; Mr. Smith reminded the Board that over 2300
hours were donated by employees for Ms. Spencer and 600 have been
used. Mr. Smith requested Board approval of an additional 300
hours; CONSENSUS OF THE BOARD was to approve up to 300 hours additional
employee donated sick leave for Ms. Spencer.
The meeting recessed at 10:55 a.m.
EXECUTIVE SESSION REGARDING A PERSONNEL MATTER
The Board of County Commissioners reconvened at 2:00 p.m. in Executive
Session to discuss a personnel matter. Chair Duvall presided;
Commissioners Disney and Hotchkiss were present. Also present
was Bill Gordon, County Administrator.
The meeting adjourned at 2:50 p.m.; no action was taken.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 6, 1994
ADMINISTRATIVE MATTERS
(#482)
The Board of County Commissioners met at 9:30 a.m. in regular
session with Bill Gordon, County Administrator. Chair Duvall
presided; Commissioners Disney and Hotchkiss were present. Also
present were: Gloria Bogans, U.S. Dept. of Energy Western Area
Power Administration; Barbara Case King and Elizabeth Lowes, Sheriff's
Department Representatives; Bob Martell, Purchasing Agent; Susan
King, Property Management Technician; and Bob Grewell, Director
of Finance. Recording Clerk, S. Graves.
1. PRESENTATION OF A PROCLAMATION REGARDING FEDERAL EMPLOYEE
RECOGNITION DAY - APRIL 6, 1994: Ms. Bogans informed the Board
that there are 35 Federal agencies and over 1400 employees in
Larimer County and today six Federal Employees are being recognized
at the first annual Federal Employee Recognition Day Awards Program.
Commissioner Disney read the Proclamation aloud and presented
same to Ms. Bogans.
M O T I O N
Commissioner Hotchkiss moved that the Board of County Commissioners
of the County of Larimer hereby proclaim April 6, 1994 as Federal
Employee Recognition Day, and authorize the Chair to sign the
Proclamation.
Motion carried 3 - 0.
2. PRESENTATION OF A PROCLAMATION REGARDING NATIONAL PUBLIC SAFETY
TELECOMMUNICATORS WEEK - APRIL 10-16, 1994: Ms. Lowes informed
the Board that the Telecommunications Operators in Larimer County
provide a vital service to the community linking citizens with
emergency assistance and will be recognized at a luncheon next
Tuesday to show recognition and appreciation to them and of their
work. Chair Duvall read the Proclamation aloud and presented
same to Ms. Lowes and Ms. King.
M O T I O N
Commissioner Hotchkiss moved that the Board of County Commissioners
of the County of Larimer proclaim April 10-16, 1994 as National
Public Safety Telecommunicators Week, and authorize the Chair
to sign the Proclamation.
Motion carried 3 - 0.
3. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL REGARDING CHANGE OF INVENTORY POLICY:
Mr. Gordon reviewed the history of the current inventory policy,
adopted in 1990, which requires inventory of County property having
an original value of $200 or more, except for certain items of
furniture. The Larimer County Executive Council is requesting
the Board to approve increasing this $200 limit to $500 for County
owned fixed assets, excluding weapons. Mr. Martell noted that
the State of Colorado Revised Statute 29-1-506 sets a $500 minimum
amount and increasing the County's limit to $500 will bring the
County into compliance with the State Statute.
M O T I O N
Commissioner Disney moved that the Board approve the change in
the County inventory policy increasing the original value of inventoried
property from $200 to $500 for County owned fixed assets, excluding
weapons, as requested by the Larimer County Executive Council
and recommended by the Purchasing Department.
Motion carried 3 - 0.
4. WORKSESSION:
-- Mr. Gordon advised the Board he is having a difficult time
arranging for the Planning Commission Members to come to a morning
meeting with the Board and having a problem scheduling a meeting
in the City Hall Chambers in order to have the meeting taped and
televised. Mr. Gordon stated that the first open meeting time
which can be scheduled in the Chambers is in May; the Board directed
Mr. Gordon to schedule this meeting and to also schedule a worksession
on long-range planning with the Planning Commission and the Board
beforehand.
-- Mr. Gordon stated that Erik Nilsson, Emergency Management
Specialist, is attempting to schedule an Emergency Operation Training
Session, with the Board of County Commissioners, the City of Fort
Collins, American Red Cross, and the State Emergency Management
Agency. Mr. Nilsson has requested the Board to select at least
two available days they would be free to attend the 2 1/2 hour
session, to enable Mr. Nilsson to select a compatible date with
the City, etc. The Board directed Mr. Gordon and Ms. Hart to
select several dates and schedule a compatible time with the City
and other agencies for this Emergency Management Training Session.
-- Mr. Gordon reminded the Board that on March 23, 1994, Commissioner
Disney moved that the Board adopt a Resolution requesting the
United States Congress to accelerate the process of developing
and approving the National Highway System and to pass legislation
designating and approving this System no later than September
30, 1994. The Resolution was presented today and the Chair
requested to sign same.
R94-32g RESOLUTION REQUESTING THE U.S. CONGRESS TO PASS
LEGISLATION APPROVING THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY SYSTEM
-- Mr. Gordon submitted a rough draft of a memorandum to be sent
to all Division and Department Managers regarding Telecommuting
in Larimer County. Commissioner Disney elaborated on the concept
of telecommuting and the advantages and disadvantages of this
'work at home' program. Several revisions were made to the draft;
CONSENSUS OF THE BOARD was for Mr. Gordon to re-write the memorandum
and include three signature lines for all the Board members to
sign.
-- There was discussion of the subjects to be discussed at the
Cabinet Worksession tomorrow, which will also include a pre-budget
briefing.
-- Mr. Gordon stated that the Board needs to meet with their
ad-hoc Committee to discuss their recommendations for the Humane
Society and then decide if there is a need for a Public Hearing;
the Board concurred.
-- Mr. Gordon submitted a proposed Resolution and Ordinance
concerning smoking in public places in unincorporated Larimer
County, and requested authorization from the Board to proceed
with first reading, publication, and public hearing. The Board
is following the direction being taken by the Cities of Fort Collins
and Loveland, with the intent that there will be a uniform standard
throughout the County.
M O T I O N
Commissioner Disney moved that the Board approve the first reading of the proposed Resolution and Ordinance concerning smoking in public places in unincorporated Larimer County, and directed Mr. Gordon to publish same in the newspaper, to be followed by a public hearing.
Motion carried 3 - 0.
-- Mr. Gordon reported on a meeting he attended with the Superintendent
of Schools, Fort Collins City Manager, and Ken Forrest, School
District Financial Administrator, to discuss coordination of sales
tax initiatives on the ballot for this year. Discussion followed
and the Board agreed it would not be prudent to have too many
items on the ballot. The School District is trying to find a
use for the existing Fort Collins High School; the Board indicated
their interest in possibly buying the school and the land surrounding
it to serve as the County Administration Building. The Board
directed Mr. Anderson, Facilities Manager, to check into this
possibility.
-- Mr. Gordon stated that Paul Cooper, Director of Community Corrections, has been invited to participate in the Leadership into the 21st Century Organization Series of Training Retreats from April through November, at a cost of $1,600, and is asking if the Board would be willing to contribute to this expenditure. The Board denied this request, noting that each Department has a training budget and training should be job related; also, Chair Duvall will be attending this series of retreats and sessions will be scheduled for her to share what she learns at the retreats with interested parties in the County.
5. COMMISSIONER'S REPORTS:
-- Commissioner Disney reported on the status of House Bill
(HB) 1286, Senate Bill 194, HB 1311, and HB 1354.
DOCUMENT REVIEW: The following documents, of a routine nature,
were considered by the Board:
M O T I O N
Commissioner Disney moved that the Board approve the Minutes for
the week of March 28, 1994 and the Agenda for the week of April
11, 1994, as submitted.
Motion carried 3 - 0.
M O T I O N
Commissioner Disney moved that the Board approve Petitions for
Abatement, as recommended by the County Assessor Steve Miller,
for the following: The Scoular Co.; Rainbow Car Wash; Applied
Fusion Tech.; and H. C. Berger Brewing Co.
Motion carried 3 - 0.
M O T I O N
Commissioner Disney moved that the Board approve the following
miscellaneous documents: Alcohol/Drug Abuse Division (ADAD) of
the State Health Department (Prevention of Impaired Driving) Subgranted
to Team Fort Collins; Two-Year Job Training Plan Job Training
Partnership Act Signature Page; Amended Plat of Lot 19 and 32
of High Pines Subdivision; Grant Smith Minor Residential Development;
Amended Plat of Lots 9 & 10 of Block 1, Ferguson's Subdivision;
and Plat for Malchow Minor Residential Development.
Motion carried 3 - 0.
LIQUOR LICENSES: County Approval was granted to Al Fresco Great
Italian Food - 6% - Fort Collins, CO; Fall River Properties, Inc.
- 6% - Estes Park, CO; The Dunraven Inn - 6% - Estes Park, CO;
and Overland Foods - 3.2% - LaPorte, CO. Licenses were issued
to South Taft Liquor, Inc. - 6% - Fort Collins, CO. and The Store
- 3.2% - Fort Collins, CO.
M O T I O N
Commissioner Disney moved that the Board approve the following
documents:
A94-65 WARRANTY COLLATERAL AGREEMENT FOR TAFT CANYON
PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT - SECOND REPLAT
BETWEEN THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
AND TAFT CANYON PARTNERSHIP
C94-19 CONTRACT BETWEEN THE BOARD OF COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS AND CROSSROADS SAFEHOUSE, INC.
D94-12 DEED OF DEDICATION BY JAMES F. HALEN (HIDDEN VIEW
ESTATES - ROW DEDICATION FOR PUBLIC HIGHWAY)
R94-33s FINDINGS AND RESOLUTION CONCERNING THE SHIELDS
MINOR RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT APPEAL
R94-34s FINDINGS AND RESOLUTION GRANTING THE VACATION
OF UTILITY EASEMENT IN SKYVIEW SOUTH 1ST FILING,
LOT 23
R94-35s FINDINGS AND RESOLUTION APPROVING THE PLAT OF
BURD AMENDED MINOR RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT
R94-36z SPECIAL REVIEW FINDINGS AND RESOLUTION GRANTING
THE PETITION OF LINDA GILL
R94-37z FINDINGS AND RESOLUTION CONCERNING THE AMENDMENT
TO THE JOHNSON'S CORNER ZONING PLAN
Motion carried 3 - 0.
The meeting recessed at 11:00 a.m.
STANDING MEETING WITH JOHN BARNETT, DIRECTOR OF PLANNING
(#485)
The Board of County Commissioners reconvened at 2:00 p.m. in regular
session with John Barnett, Director of Planning. Chair Duvall
presided; Commissioners Disney and Hotchkiss were present. Also
present was Bill Gordon, County Administrator. Recording Clerk,
S. Graves.
Mr. Barnett stated that the purpose of today's meeting is to present the first of three installments of a workplan relating to special projects and requested comments, suggestions, and feedback from the Board during the discussions of the projects.
Mr. Barnett updated the Board on the following four projects :
1) Sign Code; 2) Special Exemption Review Group's (SERG) work
on MRD regulations; 3) Planning Commission's work on long range
planning and the Comprehensive Plan update; and 4) The introduction
of the Sheriff's Department into land use application reviews.
Mr. Barnett noted that the rural land use policy is being included
as part of the Comprehensive Plan update rather than SERG.
Mr. Barnett reported on the status of each project, a date which
the project is to be completed, and a detailed work plan of the
work in progress.
There was much discussion on each of the four projects and the Board concurred that several new policies need to be drafted to address some of the existing problems; for instance, what size development does the Board allow without public sewer. Mr. Barnett presented a proposed list of goals for the Board regarding the Larimer County Land Use Program.
The meeting adjourned at 3:25 p.m
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JANET S. DUVALL, CHAIR
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
( S E A L )
ATTEST:
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Sherry E. Graves, Deputy County Clerk