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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 04/05/16 PUBLIC HEARING April 5, 2016 Present: Jeanne McQueeney Chairman Jillian Ryan Commissioner Kathy Chandler-Henry Commissioner Brent McFall County Manager Aric Otzelberger Deputy County Manager Bryan Treu County Attorney Regina O'Brien Deputy Clerk to the Board This being a scheduled Public Hearing,the following items were presented to the Board of County Commissioners for their consideration: Commissioner Updates Commissioner Ryan provided an update on House Bill 1336 which passed out of the House last week. There was hope that the bill would get through the Senate on April 14th. The goal of the bill was to provide a study putting individuals who bought their own plans into one rating area for the whole state and evening out the high costs in the mountain resort communities. The study could be completed in the fall and a legislative fix could be possible by next year. Commissioner Chandler-Henry attended a Club 20 meeting on the future of the energy economy and climate change. Commissioner McQueeney commended the over 100 business owners who were participating in the Battle Mountain High School job fair. Kids from other schools also attended, and there was a great energy and excitement when she visited the fair this morning. She wanted to thank all those who participated and helped organize the event. 1. Resolution 2016-022 Designating April 5,2016 as National Service Recognition Day Susie Davis, Our Community Foundation Ms. Davis spoke about National Service Recognition Day and the groups that contributed. Eagle County was awarded 10 AmeriCorps VISTA members for a three year grant process. These were individuals interested in in getting a year of service. Candidates were currently being interviewed. Many organizations in Eagle County utilized these members including Habitat for Humanity.Volunteers welcomed the opportunity to talk about their work. She spoke about the housing challenges and welcomed any leads for these service members. Commissioner Chandler-Henry thanked Ms.Davis and the Community Foundation for this innovative way to bring in VISTA volunteers rather than being agency specific. It was a testimony to the collaboration throughout the county. BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COUNTY OF EAGLE, STATE OF COLORADO RESOLUTION NO.2016- RESOLUTION DESIGNATING APRIL 5,2016 AS NATIONAL SERVICE RECOGNITION DAY WHEREAS, service to others is a hallmark of the American character,and central to how we meet our challenges; and 1 04/05/2016 WHEREAS,the nation's counties are increasingly turning to national service and volunteerism as a cost- effective strategy to meet their needs; and WHEREAS,national service expands economic opportunity by creating more sustainable,resilient communities and providing education, career skills, and leadership abilities for those who serve; and WHEREAS,AmeriCorps and Senior Corps participants serve in more than 50,000 locations across the country, including right here in Eagle County,bolstering the civic,neighborhood, and faith-based organizations that are so vital to our economic and social well-being; and WHEREAS,national service participants increase the impact of the organizations they serve,both through their direct service and by managing millions of additional volunteers; and WHEREAS,national service represents a unique public-private partnership that invests in community solutions and leverages non-federal resources to strengthen community impact and increase the return on taxpayer dollars; and WHEREAS,national service participants demonstrate commitment, dedication,and patriotism by making an intensive commitment to service, a commitment that remains with them in their future endeavors; and WHEREAS,the Corporation for National and Community Service shares a priority with county officials and mayors nationwide to engage citizens, improve lives, and strengthen communities; and is joining with county officials across the country for the Mayor and County Recognition Day for National Service on April 5, 2016. THEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of County Commissioners of Eagle County Colorado do hereby proclaim April 5, 2016,as National Service Recognition Day, and encourage residents to recognize the positive impact of national service in our county;to thank those who serve; and to find ways to give back to their communities. Commissioner Ryan moved to approve the resolution designating April 5, 2016 as National Service Recognition Day. Commissioner Chandler-Henry seconded the motion. The vote was declared unanimous. Consent Agenda 2. First Amendment to Agreement between Eagle County and Fred's Plumbing and Heating Service, Inc. for On-Call Plumbing Services Ron Siebert,Facilities Management 3. Agreement between Eagle County and Gillig,LLC for the Purchase of One Forty-Foot Replacement Bus Chris Lubbers, ECO Transit 4. Approval of the Minutes of the Board of County Commissioners Meetings for March 1 and March 8,2016 Teak Simonton,Clerk and Recorder 5. Amended Final Plat to combine Units 507 and 508 into one, and incorporate General Common Elements- Snow Cloud Bachelor Gulch Filing 3,Lots D1 and D3 (Eagle County File No.AFP-5759) Kris Valdez,Planning 2 04/05/2016 a 6. Minor Type B Subdivision to subdivide Lot 4 into two lots, Lot 4A and Lot 4B,to split newly-constructed duplex unit into two units for separate conveyance-EagleVail Subdivision Filing 1, Lot 4,Block 7(Eagle County File No. SMB-6017) Andrea Weber and Kris Valdez,Planning Commissioner Chandler-Henry moved to approve the Consent Agenda for April 5, 2016, as presented. Commissioner Ryan seconded the motion. The vote was declared unanimous. Citizen Input Chairman Jeanne McQueeney opened and closed citizen input, as there was none. Business Items 7. Intergovernmental Agreement between Eagle County and the Town of Avon for the Plan4Health Project Kris Valdez,Planning Katie Haas,Public Health 8. Intergovernmental Agreement between Eagle County and the Town of Eagle for the Plan4Health Project Kris Valdez,Planning Katie Haas,Public Health 9. Intergovernmental Agreement between Eagle County and the Town of Minturn for the Plan4Health Project Kris Valdez,Planning Katie Haas,Public Health 10. Intergovernmental Agreement between Eagle County and the Town of Gypsum for the Plan4Health Project Kris Valdez,Planning Katie Haas,Public Health 11. Intergovernmental Agreement between Eagle County and the Town of Red Cliff for the Plan4Health Project Kris Valdez,Planning Katie Haas,Public Health 12. Intergovernmental Agreement between the Eagle County and the Town of Vail for the Plan4Health',Project Kris Valdez,Planning Katie Haas,Public Health Ms.Haas discussed the agreements between Eagle County and towns participating in the Plan4Health. The goal of project was to support healthy eating and active living.The Eagle County coalition received a$117,500.00 grant to support strategies from January through December 2016. The project directly aligned with work that had already been prioritized by the Health Communities Coalition during the April 2015 meeting. The program was built upon the existing working relationship and partnership of the Public Health and Planning Department. This grant directly upheld Eagle County's strategic priorities relate. ;; '-alth and environment. The intent was to fund healthy living and eating in all areas of the community—at. ,s‘ .4,..,,_-', c,14,parks,transit systems,and roadways. Eagle County designs its communities in ways that all le '∎ stilA safety and health, and this grant would help further that objective. When considering changes tot. a oady buiit environment, one major goal was to ensure an authentic community voice was heard so that the needs'of the community were met. The"Policy Scan" involved Eagle County,Avon, Eagle, Gypsum,Minturn,Rth iffand Vail. The Healthy Eating Active Living (HEAL)campaign provided a platform for municipalities to prolliote their good work and increase citizen buy-in. The Plan4Health was a national project. Eagle County was the only grant recipient in Colorado. The agreements 3 04/05/2016 listed on the agenda outlined the expectations each town needed and gave$5,000.00 to each town for their time on this project. Commissioner Chandler-Henry asked how the project was funded. Ms.Haas stated that funding originated from the Centers for Disease Control Prevention. These were federal funds. Commissioner Chandler-Henry asked if it was the work done by the Eagle County Planning and Public Health Departments in the years prior to getting this grant that was one of the reasons it was awarded. Ms.Haas said it was a result of good work done in years prior. Commissioner Chandler-Henry asked where someone could get more information about the project. Ms. Haas stated that the website was www.plan4health.us. There was also a link on the Eagle County website. Commissioner Ryan appreciated the work between the Eagle County Public Health and the Planning Departments on the intentional strategy to promote the health of the residents. She also appreciated the intention and foresight used in developing a strategy that created a healthy community. Commissioner Ryan moved to approve the intergovernmental agreement between Eagle County and the Town of Avon,Town of Eagle, Town of Minturn,Town of Gypsum,Town of Red Cliff, and Town of Vail for Plan4Health Project. Commissioner Chandler-Henry seconded the motion. The vote was declared unanimous. Work Sessions Colorado Local Climate Resilience Report Tom Easley,Rocky Mountain Climate Organization Eagle Valley Humane Society/BoCC Joint Discussion Aric Otzelberger,Deputy County Manager Eagle River Fire Protection Bond Issue Karl Bauer,Jennifer Cartmell-Hayes and Tracy LeClair,ERFPD e �C There being no further business b of ' �;"*., a meeting was adjourned until April 12, 2016. Attest: 1C-4...41.. I. ID I�^-eLIt 1 v c— COQ Oa -m�VCU- Clerk to thol Board C i an tJ voti'. 4 04/05/2016