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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 04/19/16 PUBLIC HEARING April 19, 2016 Present: Jillian Ryan Chairman Pro-Tern Ryan Kathy Chandler-Henry Commissioner Brent McFall County Manager Bryan Treu County Attorney Kathy Scriver Deputy Clerk to the Board Absent: Jeanne McQueeney Chairman This being a scheduled Public Hearing,the following items were presented to the Board of County Commissioners for their consideration: Commissioner Updates Commissioner Chandler-Henry spoke about the Basalt Chamber of Commerce luncheon. They were doing a lot of work in the area of economic development and collaborations between Pitkin, Eagle,and the town of Basalt. 1. Resolution 2016-029 Recognizing Mountain Valley Horse Rescue's Fifth Annual Rescue Rendezvous, April 22-24,2016 in Concert with the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals'Annual Help A Horse Day,April 26, 2016 Cookie Murphy-Pettee,Mountain Valley Horse Rescue BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COUNTY OF EAGLE, STATE OF COLORADO RESOLUTION NO.2016- RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING MOUNTAIN VALLEY HORSE RESCUE'S FIFTH ANNUAL RESCUE RENDEZVOUS,APRIL 22-24,2016,IN CONCERT WITH THE AMERICAN SOCIETY FOR THE PREVENTION OF CRUELTY TO ANIMALS' ANNUAL HELP A HORSE DAY,APRIL 26,2016 WHEREAS, Mountain Valley Horse Rescue, located in Eagle County since 2005, has been successfully rescuing, rehabilitating and rehoming abandoned, mistreated and/or unwanted equines from throughout the region; and 'WHEREAS, Mountain Valley Horse Rescue celebrates its work in Colorado with its annual Rescue Rendezvous the weekend of April 22 — 24, 2016, in concert with the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) and their annual Help a Horse Day national event on April 26, 2016; and WHEREAS, Rescue Rendezvous provides a local opportunity for the public to participate in educational and informational events about the magnitude of horses' needs, and ways to help the organization; and WHEREAS, The Eagle County Board of Commissioners believes the role the Mountain Valley Horse Rescue plays in our community promotes our values of protecting and caring for animals, and helps to preserve our agricultural heritage. 1 04/19/2016 NOW THEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of County Commissioners wishes to recognize April 23 as Rescue Rendezvous Day in concert with the ASPCA's Help A Horse Day on April 26. MOVED,READ AND ADOPTED by the Board of County Commissioners of the County of Eagle, State of Colorado, at its regular meeting held the 19th day of April, 2016 Cookie Murphy-Pettee spoke about their 5th annual event they were doing together with the ASPCA annual Help a Horse Day. Mountain Valley Horse Rescue started in 2004 with some volunteers. They took care of about 30 horses a year and last year they adopted out 5 or 6. Some of the horses stayed with them forever. She appreciated the county commissioners' support. Commissioner Chandler-Henry moved that the board approve the resolution recognizing Mountain Valley Horse Rescue's Fifth Annual Rescue Rendezvous, April 22-24, 2016, 2016 in Concert with the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals' Annual Help a Horse Day,April 26, 2016 Chairman Pro-Tem Ryan seconded the motion. Of the two voting Commissioners,the vote was declared unanimous. Consent Agenda 2. First Amendment to Agreement between Eagle County and Snowbridge,Inc. for On-Call Septic and Drain Cleaning Services Ron Siebert,Facilities Management 3. Grant Agreement between Eagle County and the State of Colorado, Colorado Department of Transportation, Colorado Aeronautical Board,Division of Aeronautics for Funds Assistance on the 2016 Concrete Apron Rehabilitation Project: AIP-55 Greg Phillips,Airport 4. Resolution 2016-030 Approving Colorado Aeronautical Board Division of Aeronautics Grant Agreement Greg Phillips,Airport 5. First Amendment to Lease Agreement between Eagle County and Eagle Valley Child Care Association Jan Miller,Facilities 6. Second Amendment to the Vail Valley Jet Center Landing Fee Agreement Erin Mercer,Airport 7. Approval of the Minutes of the Board of County Commissioners Meetings for March 15 and March 22, 2016 Teak Simonton, Clerk and Recorder Greg Phillips spoke about the Aeronautics Grant and upcoming improvements. This was the third phase of the concrete apron replacement project. This grant offer was from Colorado Department Of Transportation (CDOT) from$250,000.00. The total project costs were$7.7 million but out of pocket for the airport totaled $500,000.00. They hoped to begin May 18,2016. Jan Miller spoke about the services provided by the county to the Eagle Valley Child Care Association. The agreement amended the 2014 agreement. The Association managed the playground maintenance, and covered the janitorial costs. Commissioner Chandler-Henry moved to approve the Consent Agenda for April 19, 2016,as presented. Chairman Pro-Tern Ryan seconded the motion. Of the two voting Commissioners,the vote was declared unanimous. 2 04/19/2016 Citizen Input Chairman Pro-Tern Ryan opened and closed citizen input, as there was none. Commissioner Chandler-Henry moved to adjourn as the Eagle County Board of County Commissioners and re-convene as the Eagle County Housing and Development Authority. Chairman Pro-Tern Ryan seconded the motion. Of the two voting Commissioners,the vote was declared unanimous. Housing and Development Authority 8. Agreement between Eagle County Housing and Development Authority and J.V.DeSousa,L.L.C. for Architectural Services Jill Klosterman,Housing Tori Franks stated that the contract for services was for concept design of a workforce housing building on the Castle Peak site. The property was owned by the county and had infrastructure. There were various phases in the contract that had timelines and funding attached. The property would be used for workforce housing but could be easily converted and sold to Augustana Care and function as senior housing in the future. Depending on the parking they were proposing 12-20 units. Commissioner Chandler-Henry supported the proposal and phasing approach. Mr.McFall stated that the property was a development ready site. Commissioner Ryan wondered if the green building concept would be applied. Ms. Franks believed it was early in the process but they would be considering the concept. Commissioner Chandler-Henry moved to approve the agreement between Eagle County Housing and Development Authority and J.V.Desousa, LLC for architectural services. Chairman Pro-Tem Ryan seconded the motion. Of the two voting Commissioners,the vote was declared unanimous. Commissioner Chandler-Henry moved to adjourn as the Eagle County Housing and Development Authority and re-convene as the County Board of County Commissioners. Chairman Pro-Tem Ryan seconded the motion. Of the two voting Commissioners,the vote was declared unanimous. Business Items 9. Resolution 2016-031 Adopting the 2016 Update to the Eagle County Economic Development Plan Jeremy Rietmann,Vail Valley Partnership Mr. Rietmann stated that in 2012 the Vail Valley Partnership developed a relationship with the county to offer economic development services. In 2013,the first countywide plan was implemented. As conditions had changed over the years the plan had been updated. He believed this plan met the needs of today. Commissioner Chandler-Henry supported the work being done. The plan supported the goals on a local and state level. The Vail Valley Partnership was a good resource. Mr. Rietmann stated that their goal was to connect with all the available resources and make sure they all worked together well. The plan could be viewed on the vailvalleymeansbusiness.com website. Commissioner Chandler-Henry moved to approve the resolution adopting the 2016 Update to the Eagle County Economic Development Plan. 3 04/19/2016 Chairman Pro-Tern Ryan seconded the motion. Of the two voting Commissioners,the vote was declared unanimous. 10. Resolution 2016-032 Designating the Week of April 17 -23, 2016 as Earth Awareness Week John Gitchell, Environmental Health Mr. Gitchell spoke about the resolution and the things being done within county operations. He referenced the strategic plan that aimed to improve the quality of the environment. Ray Merry spoke about the goal to protect surface and ground water quantity and quality. The county partnered with other agencies to develop action plans to protect resources. He spoke about the goal to protect the forests. The county worked with the Forest Service and other government agencies to identify areas at risk and projects to reduce these risks. Adam Palmer spoke about the Open Space program to preserve community buffers. He spoke about the concentrated development in populated areas guided by smart growth principals. Smart growth was mixing land uses and taking advantage of compact building design and creating a range of housing opportunities and choices. Mr. Gitchell spoke about the Materials Recovery Facility(MRF)recycling facility. The county had a strategic goal objective to meet a 30%diversion through recycling and composting by 2030. All the waste going into and out of the county landfill was weighed on a scale. He spoke about the dangers of methane gas in the land fill and the strategies to keep the gases at a minimum. Eagle County unfortunately had a large carbon footprint and it was important to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in county operations and within the community. He believed it was important for everyone to consider other forms of transportation to reduce emissions and cost of fuels. Commissioner Ryan thanked Mr. Gitchell for his presentation and acknowledged that environmental sustainability was a big component in the Strategic Plan. There was a primary focus to reduce greenhouse gas emissions around climate protection. If all communities would do the best they could there would be a collective impact. Mr. Gitchell spoke about the upcoming community events and encouraged all county staff to sign up for a home energy assessment through Energy Smart. Chairman Pro-Tem Ryan moved to approve the resolution designation the week of April 17—23, 2016 as Earth Awareness Week. Commissioner Chandler-Henry seconded the motion. Of the two voting Commissioners,the vote was declared unanimous. 11. Environmental Policy Statement John Gitchell, Environmental Health Mr. Gitchell reviewed the current policy. He spoke about the 15 x 15 goal to reduce energy,waste,water and paper 15%by the end of 2015.He spoke about some of the 2015-2016 accomplishments. He spoke about the programs available throughout the county. He recognized the Actively Green Team members. He read the policy statement and proposed revisions into the record and asked for input. Commissioner Chandler-Henry thanked everyone for their local leadership. She thanked Ray Merry and his staff for their work on the annual poster contest. Commissioner Chandler-Henry moved to approve the Environmental Policy Statement. Chairman Pro-Tem Ryan seconded the motion. Of the two voting Commissioners,the vote was declared unanimous. Work Session(s) Federal Update Noah Koerper, Senator Bennet's Central Mountain Regional Director 4 04/19/2016 12. Gypsum Fire Protection District Update and Ballot Question Justin Kirkland, Gypsum Fire Protection District 13. Energy Smart Colorado Revolving Loan Fund Drawdown Request Adam Palmer,Environmental Health Mona Newton and Kim Langmaid, Energy Smart Colorado Earth Day Poster Contest Awards John Gitchell, Environmental Health Adam Palmer welcomed all the parents and fourth graders in attendance. Ray Merry,Environmental Health Director thanked everyone for attending. He spoke about the theme "climate action"and was amazed by ideas and the posters that were submitted. He introduced his staff and acknowledged them for their work. Commissioner Chandler-Henry believed the posters were amazing. She believed the county was working on everything that made good sense for the climate,businesses, families and towns. She quoted—Wendell Berry; "nature should be part of every public policy decision". Commissioner Ryan spoke about waste diversion,recycling and energy conservation. Mr.Palmer recognized Mr. Sherpa a parent in the audience that had climbed Mt. Everest six times. Commissioner Ryan thanked staff and her fellow commissioners for their work. She thanked the parents and contestants for supporting Earth Day 2016 Contest Participants Red Hill Elementary 1 Maddie Fetterolf 2 Josie Fitzsimmons 3 Malenie Sopha Garcia Rios Eagle County Charter Academy 4 Piper Sassi 5 Sophia Weisberger 6 Matt McLoota June Creek 7 Ashley Rodriguez 8 Krystel Arreola 9 Owen Koontz St Clare 10 Peter Boyd ' 11 Sophia Kluender / 12 Maggie Mae Rothenberg ,. ,, Edwards Elementary 13 Savannah Desportes 14 Lily Suman 15 Grace Ganley Stone Creek—Edwards 16 Sutton Dodds 2nd Place 17 Zaida Weems 5 04/19/2016 Brush Creek 18 Jack Lane 19 Rylee Sharkey 20 Talia Crawford Eagle Elementary 21 Heidi Brosius 22 Sonam Sherpa 23 Reese Manley 1St Place Homestake Peak 24 Garrett Ast 25 Valentina Campos 26 Michael Carullo 3rd Place Basalt Elementary 27 Lauren Custudio 28 Matt McArthur 29 Drake Dempsey Stone Creek- Gypsum 30 Bradford Laskin 31 Ethan Chon 32 Quinn Swenson There being no further busines• . 7 d,the meeting was adjourned until April 26,2016. 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